Accurate Lease Automatic Custody Transfer (LACT) Units

Lease Automatic Custody Transfer (LACT) units

OQ Measurement delivers comprehensive, turn-key LACT Unit solutions, specializing in in-house engineering and design, precision fabrication, and reliable delivery to ensure accurate custody transfer. Our experienced team not only designs and builds to the highest industry standards but also offers expert mechanical diagnostics, routine maintenance, and full-service field support. From initial concept to long-term performance optimization, we’re committed to providing seamless, end-to-end solutions that maximize efficiency, uptime, and operational confidence.

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Ensure accurate and reliable custody transfer with OQ Measurement’s precision-engineered LACT Units. Contact OQ to discuss your project needs and get a custom solution tailored to your operation!

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About LACT Units

A LACT Unit (Lease Automatic Custody Transfer Unit) is essential oil and gas measurement equipment used to accurately sample, measure, and transfer crude oil between companies. Also known as a LACT Skid, this system ensures precise custody transfer, typically from upstream oil and gas producers to midstream companies for storage or transportation.

Designed for accuracy and compliance, LACT Units play a crucial role in oil measurement, flow control, and regulatory compliance across the industry.

Looking for a reliable LACT Unit? Contact OQ Measurement today for custom-engineered LACT Skids built to meet your operational needs!

A LACT Unit (Lease Automatic Custody Transfer Unit) is designed for accurate oil measurement and transfer in the oil and gas industry. Here’s how a standard LACT system operates:

Oil Transfer: A LACT pump moves crude oil from a storage tank into the unit.
Gas Removal: The oil passes through an air eliminator, which removes trapped gases.
Water & Sediment Monitoring: A BS&W (Basic Sediment & Water) monitor collects representative samples to measure sediment and water (S&W) content.

Quality Control:

If S&W levels are too high, a diverter valve redirects the oil to a bad oil tank.
If S&W levels meet standards, the oil moves to a Coriolis meter for precise measurement.

Final Transfer: The measured crude oil is then transferred to an external tank, pipeline, or truck for further processing or transportation.

LACT Units can be configured to measure single or multiple well streams, ensuring efficiency and compliance in custody transfer operations.

Why is a LACT Unit Important? | The “Cash Register” of the Oilfield

A LACT Unit (Lease Automatic Custody Transfer Unit) is a critical component in the oil and gas industry, ensuring accurate measurement and financial accountability during crude oil transfers. Often called the “cash register” of the oilfield, a LACT Unit calculates both the quantity and quality of oil being transferred, including its sediment and water (S&W) content.

Key Benefits of a LACT Unit:

✔ Accurate Measurement: Ensures precise metering for fair and transparent payments.

✔ Quality Control: Detects sediment and water levels, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

✔ Automated & Remote Monitoring: LACT systems operate unmanned, with advanced programming and communication features for remote monitoring and data collection.