Phase Behavior and ThermodynamicsGas Properties
Hydrate Formation Temperature from Modified Clapeyron Criterion Formula
Hydrate Formation Temperature from Modified Clapeyron Criterion calculates hydrate forming temperature for gas properties workflows in phase behavior and thermodynamics.
How engineers use this formula
Use this formula when the listed inputs (C_h) are known and the assumptions behind the cited gas properties relationship match the engineering case being checked.
Assumptions
- Input values are representative for the well, reservoir, fluid, or equipment case being evaluated.
- The declared units match the field-unit constants used in the formula.
- The cited formula applies to the selected petroleum engineering workflow.
Limitations
- The calculation does not replace a full engineering model or operating procedure.
- Accuracy depends on the source correlation, assumptions, input quality, and unit consistency.
Common mistakes
- Mixing unit systems without converting the inputs.
- Using default example values as field recommendations.
- Applying the formula outside the source assumptions.
Default example
Using the default inputs, T_h equals 544.6 deg R.
C_hK
19600
Inputs
C_h
KComponent Constant for Hydrocarbon Level to Pressure
Outputs
T_h
deg R
Hydrate Forming Temperature
C_h
K
Component Constant for Hydrocarbon Level to Pressure
Source and review
reviewedGas Conditioning and Processing, Campbell, J. M. (1992)
John M. Campbell. 1992. Gas Conditioning and Processing, Campbell Petroleum Series, Vol. 1, Page 178.
Source