INsidr Perforating Shock and Debris Reduction Technology | SLB

INsidr

Perforating shock and debris reduction technology

HP HSD gun with INsidr technology.
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Minimize fallout of shaped-charge debris and reduce perforating gun shock

INsidr™ perforating shock and debris reduction technology is the latest-generation innovation in HPHT high shot density gun systems. Debris from perforations can pose problems during tubing-conveyed perforating (TCP) and well cleanup operations. INsidr technology minimizes the fallout and volume of shaped-charge debris in wells—including those in deep water—for maximum flow and production. By reducing gun shock, INsidr technology protects TCP and completion equipment.

This perforating technology is a feature of the 6.62-in and 7-in HP HSD™ high shot density perforating gun system. INsidr technology is also compatible with other gun systems, including PowerFlow Max™ slug-free big hole shaped charges and in 3.5-in and 4.72-in ultraHPHT gun systems.

  • Deepwater and HPHT wells*
  • Big hole or deep penetrating shaped charges
  • Debris management
  • Compatible with a wide variety of perforating gun systems
  • Available with the 6.62-in and 7-in HP HSD high shot density perforating gun systems
  • Compatible with PowerFlow Max slug-free big hole shaped charge and PowerJet Omega™ deep penetrating perforating shaped charge

Reduced risk of downhole tool damage

Perforating gun shock can be excessive and, unless managed properly, can cause major damage to the lower assembly or completion tools. The proven PURE Planner™ perforation job planning application has added a new gun-shock application that predicts the peak incremental dynamic loads that can cause mechanical damage. Once the peak loads are identified, the gun-shock software is used as a job-design tool to modify both the gun string and bottomhole assembly to lower the peak loads to force values that are manageable.

Debris from perforation can pose problems during TCP and well cleanup operations. Using INsidr technology significantly reduces debris volume as confirmed with official API RP 19B Section 5 debris tests.

*The 6.62-in HSD perforating gun system is rated for HPHT

Plot comparing predicted dynamic loads for two HP HSD perforating gun systems shot at 19,000 psi.
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