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Companion Equipment. The following BJ accessories may be used in conjunction with the 9-5/8 TST-3 Packer.
COMPANION EQUIPMENT
SPECIFICATION GUIDE
TST-3 Specification Guide (all dimensions in inches)
Absolute Slip Absolute Button
Range Range
Casing Casing Casing ID Gauge Packing Min Max Min Max Spacer Ring Mandrel Standard
Size Weight Range Ring Element OD ID Connections
OD OD
9.6 47-53.5 8.535 - 8.681 8.218 7.937 8.220 8.760 8.130 9.073 8.168 3.00 3-1/2 EU or
4-1/2 IF
9.6 40-47 8.681 - 8.835 8.437 7.937 8.440 8.980 8.130 9.073 8.387 3.00 3-1/2 EU or
4-1/2 IF
9.6 29.3-36 8.921 - 9.063 8.593 8.375 8.580 9.120 8.130 9.073 8.543 3.00 3-1/2 EU or
4-1/2 IF
9-5/8” TST-3 Packer Family (all packers with 80158-X for assembly numbers)
Mandrel – Maximum Tensile load 388,400 lb.
Mandrel and Top and Bottom Subs – Maximum Torque 28,630 ft-lb.
Mandrel – Minimum Burst and Collapse (in cases where the tubing is plugged) 17,500 PSI
Burst and Collapse – minimum for all pressure containing parts 8,000 PSI
Minimum tailpipe weight when used as a storm packer 62,500 LBS.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Prior to running
Make sure that the well is as clean as possible. Consult slack-off charts for specific combinations of tubing and
casing to make sure that enough set-down weight can be applied to the packer. Check hydraulic effects prior to
pressurizing the casing or starting the job. Make sure that there is enough set-down weight at the packer to hold the
bypass closed, and that the casing will withstand the treating pressures and packer induced forces. Make a fishing
diagram and note tool configuration (i.e. 9.6” 40-47# TST-3 with RH J). Verify that the tool ID is clear of
obstructions (run water from rig hose through the tool in sight of rig personnel, drift tool if necessary). Functional
test tool. Work drag block housing and J from running to set position, push J-housing toward packing elements and
verify free movement of all slips. Return the J to the running position. Make up TST-3 Service Packer and any
accessories to tubing or drill pipe. Verify that tool is in the running position. Verify that BOP is open.
Run tool to desired depth.
To Set
Note: Assume that a Right hand manual J tool will be used. (ex. 80158-1) All pipe movement stated will be what is
required at the tool.
Pick tool up 1 foot and rotate 1 turn to the right (clockwise as looking from the top of the draw works down at the
rig floor).
Slack off pipe weight to get at least the minimum set-down weight on the tool. (See set-down weight chart below)
Close the rams on the surface and pressurize the annulus to test for leaks. If pressure in the annulus can not be
maintained, the packer should be pulled and inspected.
Note: If the tool shows evidence of leaking when pressured from below due to insufficient set-down weight, pressure
the annulus (a few hundred PSI) to help the buttons retract before adding weight.
To Spot Fluids
After the tool has been tested, release any pressure on the tubing and then the annulus. Pick the tool up to open the
bypass, and unset the packer (if necessary). Begin spotting fluid. When the fluids are properly positioned, slack off
to set the packer and close the bypass. Apply proper weight to the tool. Monitor the annulus and tubing pressures
throughout the job.
To Release
After pressure is released from the tubing and annulus, if possible, the annulus should be pressured to a minimum of
two hundred PSI and held for at least 1 minute. This will help the hydraulic hold-down buttons retract. If
pressuring the back-side is not possible, it may be necessary to work the tool up and down slowly to help the buttons
retract. Releasing the tool and pulling from the hole too quickly (before the buttons can completely retract) can
seriously damage the tool and may damage casing.
Reversing Out
When squeezing and after setting sand plugs, when possible, reverse out. This helps to flush debris from the tool
and works to insure that the tool is free after job completion.
To Reset
The TST-3 can be set and released multiple times in the same trip to test casing or spot fluids at different locations .
If the tool has an “Automatic-J”, picking the tool up a few feet will put it in the running position. If a manual J or
manual L patterned control housing is being used, the tool may be pulled up the hole and reset simply by slacking
off weight. If it is to be run deeper into the well, the tool will have to be picked up a few feet, and rotated back into
the running position (if a RH J is used, the string should be turned LEFT 1 turn at the tool). The tool is now ready to
be run down hole and set as above.
Minimum Set-Down Weights Required for Packoff (all tool sizes) (lbs.)
Packing Element System Temperature Range 9.6 (all tool
(Durometers) (°F) sizes)(lbs.)
90-70-90 50-275 15,000
Note: Set Down weight is at the tool. Set Down weight required at surface will be higher.
Consumables
Description Part Number
Unloader Seal 90 Duro 80189-1
Unloader Seal Bonded 90 Duro 80160-1
Redress Kits:
O-rings 84917-1
Packing Elements 29.3-36 ppf 90-70-90 Duro 84918-1
Packing Elements 29.3-36 ppf 90-80-90 Duro 84918-2
Packing Elements 40-47 ppf 90-70-90 Duro 84918-3
Packing Elements 40-47 ppf 90-80-90 Duro 84918-4
Packing Elements 47-53.5 ppf 90-70-90 Duro 84918-5
Packing Elements 47-53.5 ppf 90-80-90 Duro 84918-6
TROUBLESHOOTING
Symptom Possible Cause(s) Possible Solution(s)
Packer will not start in hole 1) Drag blocks or gauge rings too large for 1a) Check gauge ring OD
casing 1b) Check drag blocks
1c) Verify tool appropriateness for
casing
2) Insufficient pipe weight 2) Add drill collars or pipe weight as
necessary
Packer hangs up going in hole 1) Packer trying to set 1) Pick tool up a couple of feet and
rotate back to running position
2) Trash in hole 2) POOH make bit / scraper run and
circulate 2 casing volumes to clean pipe
Packer will not set 1) Drag blocks not gripping 1a) Move up or down 1 joint to see if
packer will set
1b) Replace drag blocks and springs as
necessary
2) Slips not gripping 2a) POOH replace slips as necessary
2b) POOH inspect tool for debris
3) Wrong tool size 3) Verify tool appropriateness for
casing
Packer sets, but will not test 1) Packing elements too stiff for temperature 1) POOH and redress with correct
at depth packing elements
2) Packing elements damaged 2) POOH and redress with correct
packing elements
3) Insufficient set-down weight 3) Apply more set-down weight and re-
test
4) Damaged bypass seal 4) POOH and replace bypass seal
Packer leaks during job 1) Overpressure 1) Adjust treating and casing pressures
2) Tubing contraction 2) Apply more set-down weight
Packer will not retrieve 1) Buttons will not retract 1a) Slack off weight and pressure back-
side to push buttons back into receptacle
1b) Circulate through tool while pulling
tension
2) Tailpipe stuck in cement 2) Shoot off tailpipe and retrieve packer
Packer stops abruptly while 1) Packer trying to set 1) Pick tool up a couple of feet and
running rotate back to running position
2) Packing element trying to swab-off 2a) Run in at slower speed
2b) Use external circulation valve
ASSEMBLY LUBRICANTS
The lubricants listed below will provide adequate protection and lubrication for the TST-3 packers in land and
marine environments.
Grease Manufacturer
Liquid O-ring Polymer 400 Oil Center Research
ALCO EP Jet-Lube
CC Lube Jet-Lube
KOPR-KOTE Jet-Lube
Tubing Pressure
Greater Than Annulus Pressure Annulus Pressure Greater
Annulus Pressure Greater Than Tubing Than Tubing Pressure At The
At The Tool Pressure At The Tool Tool
Tubing
Nominal Tool Tubing Weight Tubing Annulus I.D. Tubing Annulus
Size Size O.D. (lb/f) Area Area Area Area Annulus Area Tubing Area Area
Col. 1 Col. 2 Col. 3 Col. 4 Col. 5 Col. 6 Col. 7
Where,
Column 1 = -(So-Ti) + (Bn)
Column 2 = (So-To) – (Bn) To = Tubing O.D. Area
Column 3 = -Ti Ti = Tubing I.D. Area
Column 4 = -(Si-Ti) So = Bypass Seal O.D. Area
Column 5 = Si-To Si = Bypass Seal I.D. Area
Column 6 = Si-Ti Bn = Net Balance Piston Area
Column 7 = Si-To
Example Problem 1
Well Properties
9-5/8 53.5 ppf casing
5” – 19.50ppf drill pipe
9.0 lb/gal brine water – casing is full
ΔP = tubing pressure = 3000 psi at tool
ΔP1 = annulus pressure = 0 psi at tool
Set-down weight = 15,000 lb.
Therefore, an additional 6780 lbs is needed for a total of 21,780 lbs to set the tool, and keep the unloader seal closed.
Example Problem 2
Same example as above, except now ΔP= 0 psi. and ΔP1 = 3000 psi.
1. Multiply the change in tubing pressure by Column 4.
L1 = ΔP x Tubing Area Col. 4 = 0 psi. x (.14 sq. in.) = 0 lbs.
In our case, L1 + L2 + L3 = (0 + (-16,260) + 0) lb. = -16,260 lb., will tend to open the unloader valve.
Therefore, a minimum of 15,000 lb. + 16,260 lb. = 31,260 lb. in order to set the tool and keep the unloader seal closed.
WHEN ANNULUS PRESSURE IS GREATER THAN TUBING PRESSURE AT THE TOOL DUE TO
SWABBING THE TUBING:
1. Multiply the change in tubing pressure by Column 6.
L1 = ΔP x Tubing Area Col. 6
Example Problem 3
Same example as above, except now ΔP= 0 psi. and ΔP1 = 3000 psi. due to swab-off.
Tools Needed:
• 3/16, 1/8 allen wrenches (ball end recommended),
• 2 pipe wrenches capable of gripping 2” pipe through 7” pipe,
• brass hammer (approx. 6 oz.),
• small pry-bar or punch (approx. 10” long and up to ½” dia.),
• 2 lb. dead blow hammer,
• small non-marring hammer.
• Collet Assembly Tool (P/N 87694-1)
ASSEMBLY:
1. Install o-ring (19) in balance piston (9) using Downhole Tools approved lubricant. Apply lubricant to the OD
of the balance piston around the O-ring and the sliding seal area.
2. Lubricate the ID of the balance piston retainer (8). Slide the balance piston (9), o-ring end first, into the balance
piston retainer (8). Press the balance piston in until it bottoms in the balance piston retainer
3. Slide the balance piston (9) and the balance piston retainer (8) over the top of the mandrel (7) until the balance
piston (9) contacts the lugs on the mandrel (7).
4. Lubricate bypass seal (5) and install in bypass seal retainer (3).
5. Slide bypass seal (5) and bypass seal retainer (3) over the top of the mandrel (7) until the bypass seal retainer
(3) is close to the balance sleeve retainer (8). If the bypass seal (5) has become dislodged from the bypass seal
retainer (3) push the bypass seal (5) back into position.
6. Lubricate the O-ring groove on the top of the mandrel (7) and install the O-ring (18). Apply thread lubricant to
the threads.
7. Lubricate the seal area on the inside of the top sub (1-2). Screw the top sub (1-2) onto the mandrel (7) until it is
hand tight. Back the top sub (1-2) off until the key slots in the top sub (1-2) line up with the key slots in the
mandrel (7).
8. Begin threading the bypass seal retainer (3) on to the top sub (1-2). When the bypass seal retainer (3) is near
the key slots in the top sub (1-2), place the keys (4) in the slots. Be sure that the keys (4) seat fully. The tops of
the keys (4) should be below the threads on the top sub (1-2). Finish screwing the bypass seal retainer (3) on.
Make sure that the bypass seal (5) is properly positioned. Tighten the bypass seal retainer (3).
Note: there may be a small gap on the OD where the bypass seal retainer (3) and the top sub (1-2)
meet. This is acceptable, as the bypass seal retainer (3) is designed to shoulder on the ID to help
hold the bypass seal (5). Remove any wrench marks with a file or emery cloth.
18. Make sure that the O-ring (22) is in place on the collet (35) and screw the collet (35) and element stack into
place on the receptacle (10). Use Collet Assembly Tool (P/N 87694-1) to avoid damaging collet fingers during
assembly or disassembly. Refer to the below illustration for assembly directions. Slide the Assembly Tool over
the collet (35) fingers and tighten collet (35) by wrenching on Collet Assembly Tool body. When finished,
remove Collet Assembly Tool before continuing with assembly of packer.
19. Slide the receptacle (10) and collet (35) assembly on from the bottom of the mandrel (7). The collet (35)
fingers will fit tightly around the mandrel (7) and may drag across the threads as it is installed. This is normal.
The collet (35) should be able to be pushed over the mandrel (7) threads and other “wide spots” on the mandrel
(7) with little difficulty. DO NOT hammer on the collet (35) fingers or on the receptacle (10) as this will
damage or destroy these parts.
20. Carefully slide the end of the receptacle (10) over the lugs on the mandrel (7). If necessary, re-lubricate the
threads on the top of the receptacle (10), and thread on the balance piston retainer (8). Screw this on carefully,
and do not force or over-torque during installation. The balance piston (9) is working its way into the seal area
in the receptacle (10). If this does not screw together easily, back the balance sleeve retainer (8) off, and make
sure that the balance piston (9) is centered and pushed to the top of the balance piston retainer (8), and try again
to thread the parts together. Make the balance piston retainer (8) up tight to the receptacle (10). Remove any
wrench marks with a file or emery cloth.
BUTTON INSTALLATION
21. Apply a thin film of lubricant to one of the button holes in the receptacle (10).
22. Apply a thin film of lubricant to the O-ring (21), and install into the groove on the button (17). Apply a thin
film of lubricant to the OD of the button (17).
23. Place the button (17) in the lubricated bore of the receptacle (10). Rotate the button (17) so that the slot aligns
with the slot in the receptacle (10), and the flats on the carbide inserts point toward the bottom of the tool
(toward the Packing elements). Carefully work the button into the hole, taking care not to cut the o-ring (21). If
necessary the button (17) may be tapped with a non-marring hammer. Do not use a steel hammer, as this will
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destroy the carbide inserts. If a sliver of rubber was cut from the o-ring (21), or you suspect that the o-ring (21)
was damaged, remove the button (17) inspect the o-ring (21). If the o-ring (21) is damaged, it must be replaced.
24. If necessary, rotate the button (17) such that the slot through the button (17) lines up with the slot on the
receptacle (10) OD, and the flat faces on the carbide inserts face the bottom of the tool.
25. Prepare and install the button (17) next to this last one in the same manner as the first button (17). Again be
sure that the O-ring (21) is in good condition, and the button (17) is oriented correctly. Check for shreds of
rubber after installing each button (17). This is evidence of O-ring damage. Replace damaged O-rings
immediately and re-install buttons (17) carefully. Persistent damage to O-rings at installation is evidence of bad
installation practice or non-conforming buttons (17) or receptacle (10).
26. Place a spring (23) in each of the flat bottom holes in the bottom of the slot in the buttons (17). There should be
two (2) springs (23) per button (17).
27. Place the piston retainer (16) strap in the slot in the receptacle (10) OD, covering the springs (23) in the buttons
(17). Lubricate and secure in place with the countersunk socket head screws (15).
28. Repeat with the other three rows of buttons (17).
29. Lubricate the threads on the packer actuator body (40) and the cone (41-43) and screw together.
30. Stand the cone (41-43) and packer actuator body (40) vertically with the slots in the cone (41-43) pointing up.
Hang the slips (44) in the slip retainer ring (46) and lower the slips (44) into the slots in the cone (41-43).
31. Lubricate the saddle ring groove on the slip retainer ring (46).
32. Lubricate the threads on the drag block housing (50) and screw the saddle sleeve retaining ring (48) on until the
saddle sleeve groove is exposed. Lubricate the saddle sleeve groove.
33. Place the dragblock housing (50) on the slip retaining ring (46).
34. Install the saddle ring (47).
35. Slide the saddle ring retainer (48) down over the saddle ring (47) and screw down until the holes in the retainer
ring (48) line up with the groove in the dragblock housing (50).
36. Install the retaining screws (49).
37. Install the connector sleeve (45) down the center of the cone (41-43)/dragblock housing (50) assembly. The
connector sleeve (45) screws into the cone (41-43). Make connector sleeve (45) tight.
Note: If the connector sleeve is not tight, it could unscrew and allow the slips (44) to fall out.
38. Slide the cone (41-43)/dragblock housing (50) over the mandrel (7) and make tight to the bottom gauge ring
(37-39).
39. Grease the internal threads, seal area, and the sleeve area on the bottom sub (68-69).
40. Slide the key retaining sleeve (67) onto the bottom sub (68-69). The holes should be on the end closest to the
end of the bottom sub (68-69).
41. Lubricate the O-ring groove on the bottom of the mandrel (7) and install the O-ring (70).
42. Screw the bottom sub (68-69) onto the mandrel (7) until it butts up tight. Loosen the bottom sub (68-69) until
the key slots align with the slots in the mandrel (7). Insert the keys (73).
43. With the keys (73) completely seated, rotate the key retaining sleeve (67) 45°, until the screw holes align and
install the retaining screws (66).
44. Place 4 springs (52) into the pocket on the underside of the dragblock (51).
45. Slide the dragblock (51) and springs (52) into the dragblock housing (50). Repeat for the other five (5)
dragblocks (51).
46. Slide the j-housing (54-65) over the bottom sub (68-69). Align the slots in the j-housing (54-65) with the lug on
the bottom sub (68-69) and slide the j-housing (54-65) over the j-lug on the bottom sub (68-69). Slide the drag
block housing (50) down to meet the j-slot housing (54-65) and screw the two together. Note, this is a left-hand
thread. Make tight and install the setscrews (53). Check the drag blocks (51) for free movement.
47. Rotate the J-housing (54-65) from the set position to the running position a couple of times to insure free
movement of the dragblock housing (50) and J-housing (54-65). Move the J-slot to the setting position and
push the assembly upward (toward the top sub (1/2)). Make sure that the slips (44) come out easily, and remain
in the cone (41-43) and slip retainer (46). Pull J-housing (54-65) down (toward bottom sub (68-69)) firmly and
make sure that the slips (44) stay in the cone (41-43). Move the J-slot back to the running position.
Note: A guide ring (71) is not used on the 3-1/2” IF bottom sub (69).
48. Apply lubricant to the guide ring threads on the bottom sub (68-69). Slide the guide ring (71) on over the
bottom sub (68) and thread onto the threads. Make tight and install the retaining setscrews (72).
49. Lubricate the threads on the bottom of the bottom sub (68-69) and install a thread protector.
50. Lubricate the box connection on the top sub (1-2) and install a thread protector. Note: This is sufficient only
for indoor storage. If the tool is to be stored outdoors, appropriate measures must be taken to prevent corrosion
of the mandrel (7) ID as well as the outer parts.
51. Wrap the packing elements in paper and tape in place. Wrap paper thickly and tape securely. Mark casing OD
and weight that tool is dressed for (e.g. 9.6” 40-47 PPF).