Estimation of the Possibility of Application of Polymer-Composite Materials in Oil Field Equipment under Abrasive Action

Abstract

Currently, composites with a polymer matrix are most widely used in various industries, including the oil and gas sector, as an alternative to traditional metal materials. The most widespread of non-metallic pipes in the Russian Federation are pipelines made of fiberglass. One of the clear advantages of polymeric materials over metal products is their corrosion resistance. At the same time, upon contact with liquids containing abrasive particles, composites with a polymer matrix can degrade with varying degrees of intensity. Such as type of degradation like hydroabrasive wear of pipelines is common and can lead to equipment failure. Various linings are applied to the inner surface of fiberglass pipes to minimize hydroabrasive wear. This study attempts to assess the durability of coated and uncoated composite polymer materials under conditions of hydroabrasive wear, as well as to compare the properties with other materials currently used in industry.