Rich and lean gas

[Anisha fatima + 8]

What is Rich gas and Lean gas?

[nsdp + 447]

Rich gas is natural gas produced that has more than 1005 btu per cubic foot at 60F and atmospheric pressure and saturated with water vapor.   this is due to ethane , propane , butane and NGLs being presentment in the stream which have higher caloric value.

[Anisha fatima + 8]

Awesome thanks for the clarification mate.

[assimy 0]

Rich gas means;  Natural gas containing heavier hydrocarbons than a lean gas, Its liquid content adds important economic value to developments containing this type of fluid.

 

Lean gas is gas high in methane content (typically 95% or more) and with few higher fractions. Hence of relatively low Calorific Value. Also known as Dry gas. The converse of Rich Gas