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Well completion method and apparatus

Patent ·
OSTI ID:6192350
This patent describes a well packer for use in closing off the annular space between a tubing string and well bore intermediate perforated production zones in the bore, comprising a tubular body including a mandrel normally retracted packing elements disposed about the mandrel in vertically spaced relation, means for expanding the packing elements into and locking them in sealing engagement with the well bore intermediate zones, and means for connecting the mandrel bore with the outside of the body intermediate the expanded packing elements, the mandrel bore having a receptacle in its upper end to receive the lower end of a tubing section, locking elements for movement in and out of locking engagement with the tubing section, and means for holding the locking elements in locking position. The patent also describes a method of completing a well, comprising: lowering the tubing string into the bore of the well, and conducting test fluid through the tubing string and into the port for testing the packing elements.
Assignee:
AVA International Corp., Houston, TX
Patent Number(s):
US 4794989
OSTI ID:
6192350
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English