High-Performance CT Motor Improves Milling Efficiency by 55%

An Eagle Ford operator needed to mill out 21 5 1/2-in composite bridge plugs to bring a well onto production. Schlumberger introduced a 3 1/8-in high-performance motor, which increased flow rate, torque, and milling efficiency. The new motor improved frac plug removal time by 55%, saving the operator 40 hours compared with previous milling operations using 2 7/8-in motors and 2-in CT string. The 3 1/8-in coiled tubing motor, part of the CoilTOOLS tools and solutions portfolio, helped an Eagle Ford operator achieve significantly higher milling performance. This included:

• 75% higher maximum flow rate
• 209% higher maximum torque
• 55% faster plug removal time.