Super thick fluids provide new answers to oil fracturing problems
Extremely viscous fracture fluids have provided a new tool for stimulation of wells which previously have not been considered good candidates for conventional fracturing techniques. Soft sands and more permeable formations are the primary targets for the super thick fluids, but they have also performed well in retreatments and other applications. Super thick fluids function by creating wider fractures and providing better prop penetration of the reservoir. The extremely high injection rates and large volumes of present treatments are not required. The various oil-base and water-base fluids currently available are discussed. A theoretical comparison of fracture area, conductivity increase, and productivity increase obtained by conventional and super thick fluids under similar conditions is presented. Comparative field results of conventional and super thick fluids are also shown.
- Research Organization:
- Dow Chemical Co
- OSTI ID:
- 5268538
- Journal Information:
- Soc. Pet. Eng. AIME, Pap.; (United States), Journal Name: Soc. Pet. Eng. AIME, Pap.; (United States) Vol. SPE-2852; ISSN SEAPA
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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