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Development of casing leak measurement and repair tools. Volume 1. Final report, April 1, 1991-May 15, 1992

Technical Report ·
OSTI ID:91764

The report covers research into the development of a tool to repair small leaks in gas storage wells. These small leaks occur at the threaded connection between adjacent casing sections. The thread, a nonsealing type, relies on pipe dope to act as a sealant. As the pipe dope ages, it drys out and the connection begins to leak. Concepts were developed and evaluated for a tool that runs into the well on a wireline, packs off around the leaking joint and injects a sealant into the thread. Results from laboratory tests on sealants are also reported.

Research Organization:
Maurer Engineering, Inc., Houston, TX (United States)
OSTI ID:
91764
Report Number(s):
PB--95-232070/XAB; TR--92-14; CNN: Contract GRI-5091-275-2154
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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