Desalter Spare Parts
Howe Baker supplies replacement components for its electrostatic desalter and coalescer equipment — manufactured to the original design specifications to support continued reliable operation.
About This Service
Electrostatic desalters and coalescers contain a range of components subject to wear, chemical attack and periodic replacement as part of planned maintenance programmes. Key items include transformer-rectifier power supply units, electrode assemblies, high-voltage insulators, Teflon-bodied bushings and mixing valves.
Howe Baker supplies OEM replacement parts for its electrostatic desalter and coalescer systems. Parts are manufactured to original design specifications using specified materials — bushing and insulator components are supplied in Virgin Teflon rated to 347°F, with flange connections from 3" #150 through to 4" #300 to suit different vessel configurations. Electrode insulator kits (Types TEFC-1 through TEFC-7) are available for the full range of Howe Baker electrode assembly designs.
Where the original equipment documentation is not available on-site, Howe Baker can assist with parts identification from the unit serial number and equipment records. Spare parts orders can be combined with a Desalter Services engagement where commissioning support or performance optimisation is required alongside component replacement.
Contact Howe Baker to discuss this service in relation to your equipment or project requirements.
Discuss a RequirementTypical Situations This Service Addresses
Planned Maintenance Shutdown
Replacement of wearing components during scheduled turnarounds — electrode grids, insulators and mixing valve internals are typically assessed and replaced on a planned basis.
Transformer-Rectifier Failure
Electrical supply unit failure resulting in loss of electrostatic field and reduced separation performance. Replacement TR units are available for Howe Baker desalter models.
Electrode or Insulator Damage
Physical damage to electrode grids, stand-off insulators or high-voltage bushings following vessel inspection or operational fault investigation.
Mixing Valve Wear
Deterioration of mixing valve internals affecting wash water dispersion performance and crude-water contact. Replacement valve assemblies are available.
Interface & Level Instrument Replacement
Replacement of level gauges, interface controllers and associated instrumentation to maintain accurate control of desalter vessel level and water-oil interface.
Vessel Internal Refurbishment
Replacement of distributor pipe assemblies, water collection systems and internal structural components during major overhaul or revamp.
Engineering & Service Scope
Transformer-Rectifier Units
Supply of OEM replacement transformer-rectifier power supply units for Howe Baker electrostatic desalters, rated to the original electrical specification of each unit.
Electrode Grid Assemblies
Replacement electrode grids and support assemblies fabricated to the original Howe Baker design drawings and dimensional specifications.
High-Voltage Insulator Components
Replacement high-voltage insulator bushings, stand-off insulators and electrode support insulator kits for Howe Baker desalter and coalescer models.
Mixing Valve Assemblies
Replacement mixing valve assemblies for wash water injection and crude-water mixing systems in Howe Baker desalter installations.
Distributor & Collector Internals
Crude oil inlet distributor pipe assemblies, water outlet collector systems and internal pipe components for vessel internal restoration.
Level & Interface Instruments
Replacement level gauges, interface controllers and level instrument assemblies specified for Howe Baker desalter operating conditions.
Parts Identification Support
Howe Baker can assist with parts identification from unit serial number and equipment records where the original equipment documentation is not available on-site.
Associated Technology
Need Support for Existing Equipment or Plant Performance?
Contact Howe Baker with your unit details, current operating data or project brief. Our engineers will advise on the appropriate service scope and delivery approach.
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