NOV Agitators
NOV Agitators
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•
Drill Bits
• Drilling Motors
• Borehole Enlargement
• Drilling Tools and Products
•
Coring Services
• Fishing Tools
• Intervention and Completion Tools
• Service Equipment
• Advanced Drilling Solutions
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Contents
1. Introduction...................................................................2
1.1 Drilling ............................................................2
1.2 Intervention and Coiled Tubing .........................3
4. Applications ..................................................................9
4.1 Drilling Applications .........................................9
7. Specifications ............................................................18
7.1 Agitator Specifications ...................................18
7.2 Power Sections
Specifications and Guidelines.........................35
7.3 Dog Leg Severity (DLS) .................................39
7.4 Shock Tool Selection .....................................39
8. Reliability ...................................................................40
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1. Introduction
1.1 Drilling
MWD/LWD Compatibility
•Does not damage MWD tools or corrupt signals
•Reduces lateral and torsional vibration
•Run above or below MWD
•
Extends
transfer;PDC life through controlled weight
no spudding
Directional Enhancement
• Prevents weight stacking and allows excellent
tool face control
• Provides means of sliding at increased ROP and lower
weight off hook
• Allows weight transfer with less drill pipe compression
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2. How it Works
The Agitator system relies on three main mechanisms:
1. Power section
2. Valve and bearing section
3. Excitation section:
•Running on jointed pipe = use a shock tool
•Running on coiled tubing = coiled tubing does the
shock tool’s job
Shock Tool
Power Section
Section
Fig. 2
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The unique valve system is the heart of the tool; it converts the
energy available from the pumped fluid into a series of pressure
fluctuations (pressure pulses). This is done by creating cyclical
restrictions through the use of a pair of valve plates. The valve
opens
the tooland closes
cycles with
from the resulttothat
maximum the total flow area (TFA) of
minimum.
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TFA minimized = pressure peak
t (sec)
Fig. 3. Relative positions of valve plates
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How It Works
The frequency of these pressure pulses is directionally
proportional to the flow rate. Refer to the tool specifications to
see the frequency/flow rate relationship for each tool size. The
size of the valve plates is configured based on operational
parameters to optimize performance and ensure that the
pressure drop is always within specification.
force in jointed
the Agitator toolpipe operations,
in the a shock
BHA or drill toolinisFig
string as placed above
2. In coiled
tubing operations only the Agitator is required; the coiled
tubing expands and contracts as the pressure pulses act
on it.
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Springs
Seal Area
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including:
• Flow rate
• Fluid weight and type (See section 3.2)
• Pressure drop available to the Agitator
• Downhole temperature
•
Inclination and azimuth
• Drilling/intervention plan and/or well type
• Planned BHA configuration
The valve plates will be selected based upon flow rate, fluid
weight
rate andand
mudpressure
weight drop available
ranges shouldtobethe Agitator.
kept The flow
as accurate as
possible to aid best tool set-up. Hydraulics software is used
to aid tool set-up and produce an operating chart for the job.
3.3 MWD
The Agitator is compatible with all MWD systems. Pre-job
planning is advised to avoid any problems at the rig site,
however. Where the MWD frequency can be altered please
contact NOV for advice. Also see Section 7.1 for Agitator
frequency information.
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4. Applications
4.1 Drilling Applications
Applications and tool positioning:
• Above motor, below MWD
•
Above motor and MWD
• Vertical rotary assembly
• Andergauge adjustable stabilizer assembly
• Up hole on drill pipe (See 4.3 Optimization Service)
• (See 4.3 Optimization Service
Dual Agitator assembly )
• TTRD
• Coiled Tubing drilling
-- Scale/fill
Logging removal
• Fishing
• Running liners
• Cementing
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(Jointed Pipe)
5. Drilling Procedures
5.1 Surface Testing
• Make up the tool in the BHA; do not grip on stator body
whilst making up.
•
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Pulses converted to
axial displacement
Shock Tool
Pulses act on
pump open seal area
Agitator
Power Section
Pulse generated
at operating frequency
Pressure Drop
Fig. 5. Agitator
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Drilling Procedures
5.2 Testing with MWD Systems
Check with the MWD Field Engineers whether they will
be testing just to see pulses (Pulse Only Test), a more
Full MWD Test
comprehensive test ( ), or if they
MWD 656 – 984 ft (200 – 300 m) downhole will testHole
( Shallow the
MWD Testing).
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stacking
WOB the problems
springs in when lowertool
the shock WOBare is used. With reducing
compressed, a higher
the effectiveness of the Agitator. In low inclination wells
ensure that the shock tool is in compression and avoid bit
bounce.
Tool Positioning
In highly tortuous well designs, or where it can be proven that
weight stacking is occurring further up the hole, it may be
beneficial to run the Agitator system higher in the drill string.
Please contact your local NOV office for further assistance.
Operational Effectiveness
The optimum effectiveness of the tool depends on mud flow
rate. The tool will have been specifically configured for the
job in hand and should be run at its optimum flow rate for
maximum performance. The tool will be more aggressive
at higher flow rates. The “Pre-Job Check Sheet” will contain
drilling parameters specific to your job.
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Post-Job Handling
Flush tool with clean water first then apply a soapy solution,
e.g. washing-up liquid. The Agitator’s power section cannot be
rotated by external force; hang tool vertically (pin connection
down); pour solution in the top (box connection) and allow
to filter down through the power section. Alternatively, pump
fresh water though the tool.
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6. Trouble Shooting
6.1 Tool Operation
Recognizing How the Tool is Working
If the Agitator is under-performing then the following factors
should be considered:
• Mud weight and flow rate vs. planned: Check these
parameters against the operating chart.
• BHA position – reposition the Agitator or add a second
tool (See 4.3 Optimization Service)
• Temperature and mud type: actual vs. planned
• Hours in hole
• LCM pumped – Agitator has same capabilities as a
drilling motor.
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Trouble Shooting
Using the MWD Oscilloscope to Monitor Agitator Frequency
The Agitator’s frequency can be monitored on the MWD
oscilloscope (See Fig 7). Normally a spike will be apparent
at the Agitator’s
operation. operating
Fig.7 shows frequency
spike at which
approx. 17 Hz. verifies tool
The operating frequency can vary by up to 2Hz from tool to
tool so do not be alarmed if the frequency is not exactly as
calculated. Changes in temperature can also affect the tool
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or loss is experienced. This is not unusual, and only if
accompanied by a large pressure change should there be
cause for concern. Signal loss is likely to be caused by:
• Harmonics
• Attenuation
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signals:
• Axis scale and units
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Harmonics
• Filters
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7. Specifications
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Specifications
4w Agitator Assembly Standard and High Flow
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Specifications
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Specifications
Tool Frequency (Pulse Frequency) at any given flow rate
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Specifications
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Other factors to consider:
• Elastomer Swelling
High temperatures will cause elastomer swelling.
Undersize rotors
environment. See must be fitted
selection in a graph
guideline high temperature
for general
rotor choice guidelines. Note that muds known to
cause swelling (low aniline point), coupled to a high
temperature, may require extra swelling allowance and/
or a special elastomer.
• Aerated Fluids
The Agitator will have reduced efficiency in aerated fluids
due to the compressible nature of gas. Care should also
be taken when running the tool in low liquid content to
reduce the wear of the power section and components.
Lubrication should be added to reduce friction. This
will extend life of all components. Lubricants should be
thoroughly mixed with water and injected into the drilling
medium at a rate of no less than 5% of the drilling medium
volume.
Aerated drilling fluids can cause over speeding of the
power section which will increase temperature and could
lead to premature failure. Ensure sufficient lubricant is
added. Generally fluids with >75% liquid content should
not cause a problem. Note: the Agitator power section
cannot be slowed down by applying WOB as per a drilling
motor, since it has no drive output (bit box). The motor
may be controlled in such applications but separate
consideration must be given to the Agitator.
• Explosive Decompression
Explosive decompression of the elastomer can be an
issue in aerated fluids; ensure float equipment is installed
in the string below the tool in such environments. When
explosive decompression is known to be a problem do
not run the tool again.
• Particulate Content
As the particulate content increases, erosion becomes
a problem with elastomers and other components. The
particulates should be limited to 2%.
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turn leading
coating to stator
material elastomerEnvironments
is chrome. damage. The standard
known torotor
be
incompatible with chrome are:
• Chloride content
When the drilling fluid contains a chloride concentration
over 30,000 ppm (30,000 mg/l) the tool must be properly
flushed and serviced as soon as possible.
Do not run chrome plated rotors in chloride concentrations
of > 100,000 ppm (100,000 mg/l).
•
Very low/high ph
Do not run chrome plated rotors if the level is <4 pH or
>11 pH.
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8. Reliability
NOV Downhole has the capacity and flexibility to design,
produce, and support the industry’s leading selection of
friction-reduction technology, as well as the expertise to
assist our customers to develop their own proprietary
technologies.
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Index
1. Introduction...................................................................2
1.1 Drilling ............................................................2
1.2 Intervention and Coiled Tubing .........................3
4. Applications ..................................................................9
4.1 Drilling Applications .........................................9
7. Specifications ............................................................18
7.1 Agitator Specifications ...................................18
7.2 Power Sections
Specifications and Guidelines.........................35
7.3 Dog Leg Severity (DLS) .................................39
7.4 Shock Tool Selection .....................................39
8. Reliability ...................................................................40
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National Oilwell Varco has produced this brochure for general information only, and it is not intended
for design purposes. Although every effort has been made to maintain the accuracy and reliability of its
contents, National Oilwell Varco in no way assumes responsibility for liability for any loss, damage or injury
resulting from the use of information and data herein. All applications for the material described are at the
user’s risk and are the user’s responsibility.
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