Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
water-cut
noun
/ˈwɔːtər kʌt/
Definition
The term ‘water-cut’ refers to a measurement used in the oil and gas industry that indicates the amount of water present in a mixture of oil and water.
Examples
- The water-cut in the production sample was measured at 20%, indicating significant water contamination.
- Engineers often monitor the water-cut to optimize production techniques.
- A high water-cut can lead to reduced oil quality and increased processing costs.
Meaning
Water-cut is used to assess the quality of crude oil or extracted fluid by determining how much water is mixed with it.
Synonyms
- Water content
- Water percentage
- Water ratio
