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Method and apparatus for running wireline and reeled tubing into a wellbore and stuffing box used in connection therewith

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OSTI ID:7296593
This paper reports method for converting apparatus that includes an injector and a stuffing box which are normally adapted for inserting and withdrawing reel tubing from a wellbore to an apparatus for inserting and withdrawing wireline from the wellbore. It comprises: inserting an adapted tube though the injector, connecting the lower end of the adapter tube to the stuffing box, connecting the upper end of the adapted tube to a lubricating assembly for the wireline, and convecting the stuffing box to accommodate the wireline. This paper also describes a stuffing box. It comprises: tubular housing means, and adapter sleeve having a stepped main body portion and a reduced diameter portion.
Assignee:
NOV; EDB-92-139295; NOV-92-038002
Patent Number(s):
A; US 5088559
Application Number:
PPN: US 7-620876
OSTI ID:
7296593
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English