API MPMS 5.8: 2005 Metering. Measurement of Liquid Hydrocarbons by Ultrasonic Flow Meters Using Transit Time Technology

American Petroleum Institute (API), Washington, USA, 2005, 1st draft, 2nd edition, 22 pages.API MPMS 5.8 describes methods for the installation and operation of Ultrasonic Flow Meters (UFMs) when they are used to measure liquid hydrocarbons. The scope of this document will define the application criteria for UFMs and address the appropriate considerations regarding the liquids to be measured. This document will address the installation, operation, and maintenance of UFMs in liquid hydrocarbon service.Comments:
1) Replaces Draft Standard Measurement of Liquid Hydrocarbons by Ultrasonic Flowmeters Using Transit Time Technology.
2) The Netherlands has put forward a NWIP (N 496) to "fast-track" API MPMS Chapter 5.8 Measurement of liquid hydrocarbons by ultrasonic flowmeters using transit time technology, and upon gaining support by the API mirror committee, requests that the Secretariat to initiate a NWIP. (Resolution 5, ISO/TC28/SC2 meeting in Atlanta, 2007).
3) Revised as API MPMS 5.8:2011.