Packers

Model SC-1 Gravel Pack Packer

Product Family No. H48820

APPLICATION
The Model SC-1™ gravel pack packers are fully retrievable, high performance gravel pack or
production packers. Except for the packing element system and gauge rings, all parts are
interchangeable with the corresponding size and style of the SC-2™ packers. The SC-1 packer and
the SC-2 packer use the same packer size designations for any given casing size and weight range.

Although it was primarily designed for use in gravel pack applications, it may also be used as a
completion packer where a high performance retrievable retainer production packer is required.

The Model SC-1 gravel pack packer is fully compatible with standard Baker Hughes sealing
accessories, including retrievable and/or expendable plugs.

The Model SC-1 gravel pack packer is capable of withstanding differential pressures up to 6,000 psi
(41.1 MPa) max (depending on size) at temperatures up to 250°F (120°C) from above or below.

Features/Benefits
 Short overall length; only slightly longer than the comparable size permanent production
packer, facilitating easier running/retrieving through “doglegs” and tight spots
 Single, self-energizing “cup forming” packing element for repeated low and high
differential pressure reversals
 Cast iron components of the exterior components above the slips to enhance the
emergency milling up of the packer should it be impossible to retrieve by the conventional
method (i.e., a straight pull)
 A hydraulically operated interlocking device, incorporated into the setting sleeve,
preventing the pre-setting of the packer during run-in

Setting: The Model SC-1 packer can be set using a hydraulic setting tool in combination with a
crossover tool or a hydro-set adapter kit. For some sizes, it can also be set using a wireline adapter kit.

Retrieval: The Model SC-1 packer is released and retrieved with a Model S-1 retrieving tool
using simple straight pull.

Optional Features
SC-1A™ (Product Family No. H48822): Features a larger sealing bore in the upper end, permitting
the use of larger through-bore packer accessories.

Model SC-1 Gravel Pack Packer

SC-1R™ (Product Family No. H48861): Features a rotationally locked setting mechanism that allows Product Family No. H48820
the packer and the entire gravel pack assembly to be rotated and reciprocated, when necessary, while
running in the hole.

SC-1AR™ (Product Family No. H48865): Combines a larger upper bore with a rotational lock
Note: Not all optional features are available in all sizes, see Packer Availability Chart.

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Model SC-1L Isolation Packer

Product Family No. H48803

APPLICATION
The Model SC-1L™ isolation packer was developed for isolating zones in multi-zone gravel pack
operations. Setting force is provided by applied tubing pressure which acts on a piston area in the top
of the packer. The tool is supplied either with an SC-1™ Type packing element or a Model F™ packing
element system and has no slips. The assembly must therefore be held in position, (e.g., by being
attached to a standard packer either above or below). Centralizers should be run above and/or below the
isolation packer so that it won't set too far “off center” in the casing. Packoff force is retained by a body
lock ring. Depending on the application, these packers can be supplied with or without a honed ID.

Tubing pressure shears the screws in the top sub to begin the setting motion. To fully packoff the
packing element, tubing pressure should then be increased to the minimum value shown in the
setting information table, held for 3 minutes, and bled to zero. Repeat this pressure cycle.

No means are provided for relieving the force stored in the body lock ring. For this reason, the
packing element stays energized.

SPECIFICATION GUIDE
Weight
Casing ID Range Packer Max OD Min ID Honed ID
Range
Size
in. mm lb/ft in. mm in. mm in. mm in. mm
32 - 35 5.992 - 6.094 152.2 - 154.8 70A-36 5.812 147.6
3.625 92.1 3.625 92.1
29 6.148 - 6.184 156.2 - 157.1 70B2-36 5.968 151.6
4.000 • 101.6 • 4.000 101.6
32 - 35 5.992 - 6.094 152.2 - 154.8 70A-40 5.812 147.6
3.975 • 101.0 • None None
26 - 32 6.039 - 6.279 153.4 - 159.4 70A6-40  5.859 148.8 4.000 • 101.6 • 4.000 101.6
7 177.8
4.000 • 101.6 • 4.000 101.6
29 6.148 - 6.184 156.2 - 157.1 70B2-40 5.968 151.6
3.975 • 101.0 • None None
4.000 • 101.6 • 4.000 101.6
23 - 26 6.258 - 6.366 159.0 - 161.7 70B4-40 6.078 154.4
3.975 • 101.0 • None None
20 - 23 6.180 - 6.456 157.0 - 164.0 70B6-40  6.000 152.4 4.000 • 101.6 • 4.000 101.6
29.7 - 33.7 6.765 - 6.875 171.8 - 174.6 76A4-36 6.593 167.5
3.625 92.1 3.625 92.1
7-5/8 193.7 6.852 - 6.969 174.0 - 177.0 76B2-36 6.672 169.5
6.680 - 6.875 169.7 - 174.6 76B-38  6.500 165.1 3.865 98.2 None None
58.4 8.435 - 8.560 214.2 - 217.4 96A2-60 8.281 210.3
  6.000 152.4
47 - 53.5 8.499 - 8.681 215.9 - 220.5 96A3-60  8.319 211.3
  6.000 152.4
47 8.620 - 8.681 219.0 - 220.5 96A4-60 8.440 214.4
9-5/8 244.5 5.906 150.0 None None
43.5 - 47 8.602 - 8.755 218.5 - 222.4 96A4-60  8.422 213.9
40 8.788 - 8.835 223.2 - 224.4 96B-60   6.000 152.4
8.608 218.6
36 - 40 8.788 - 8.921 223.2 - 226.6 96B-60 
  UsesF-1™ packing element system Model SC-1L Isolation Packer
 •Values shown are for packers with standard 4-1/2 in. (114.3 mm) or 5 in. (127.0 mm) casing threads in the bottom sub. Smaller Product Family No. H48803
threads may result in a restriction through the bottom sub.
 Minimum ID through these packers is governed by bottom sub ID

SC-1L ISOLATION PACKER SETTING INFORMATION

Piston Area Tripping Pressure Min Setting Pressure Equivalent Min Setting Force
Size
Sq in. cm2 psi mPa psi mPa lb kg
70-36 10.806 69.72 2,640 18.2 3,000 20.7 32,400 14,696
70-40 10.806 69.72 2,640 18.2 3,000 20.7 32,400 14,696
70-40  9.550 61.61 2,000 13.8 2,500 17.2 23,900 10,841
76-36 10.806 69.72 2,640 18.2 3,000 20.7 32,400 14,696
76-38  12.070 77.87 2,370 16.3 3,000 20.7 36,200 16,420
90-60 11.047 71.27 1,500 10.3 2,500 17.2 27,600 12,519
96-60  11.047 71.27 1,500 10.3 2,500 17.2 27,600 12,519
  Uses F-1™ Packing element system

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Model SC-1 Thermal Gravel Pack Packer

Product Family No. H48866

APPLICATION
The Model SC-1™ thermal packer is a standard SC-1 packer
equipped with a packing element system that enables it to be
used for both gravel packing and steam injection. The packer is
available in a size 70-40 for application in 7 in. (177.8 mm) casing.

Features/Benefits
 Maximum recommended temperature 580°F (304°C)
at 2,000 psi (13.8 MPa)
 Capable of withstanding pressure differentials up to
3,000 psi (20.7 MPa) from above and below during
gravel packing
 Supports up to 150,000 lb (68,000 kg) of tailpipe weight

Model SC-1R Thermal Gravel Pack Packer

Product Family No. H48864
APPLICATION
The SC-1R™ thermal GP packer is a standard SC-1R packer equipped
with a thermal packing element system that enables it to be used
for both gravel packing and steam injection. The packer is available
in a size 96-60 for application in 9-5/8 in. (244.5 mm) casing.

Features/Benefits
 Maximum recommended temperature is 580°F (304°C)
at 2,000 psi (13.8 MPa). Minimum recommended
temperature after injection is 250°F (120°C)
 Capable of withstanding pressure differentials up to
2,000 psi (13.8 MPa) from above and belowduring initial
gravel pack operations
 Supports up to 130,000 lb (59,000 kg) of tailpipe weight Model SC-1R Thermal
Gravel Pack Packer
Product Family No. H48864

Model SC-1 Thermal

Gravel Pack Packer
Product Family No. H48866

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Model SC-2 Packer

Product Family No. H48807

APPLICATION
The Model SC-2™ gravel pack packers are fully
retrievable, high performance gravel pack or
production packers. Except for the packing element
system and gauge rings, all parts are interchangeable
with the corresponding size and style of the SC-1™
packers. The SC-1 packer and the SC-2 packer use
the same packer size designations for any given
casing size and weight range.
Although it was primarily designed for use in gravel
pack applications, it may also be used as a completion
packer where the need for a high performance
retrievable retainer production packer is required.
The Model SC-2 gravel pack packer is fully compatible
with standard Baker Hughes sealing accessories,
including retrievable and/or expendable plugs.
The Model SC-2 gravel pack packer is capable of
withstanding differential pressures up to 7,500 psi
(51.7 MPa) (depending on size) at temperatures up
to 350°F (175°C) when in production mode. The
SC-2 packer has a 10,000 psi (68.9 MPa) frac pack
service rating at 350°F (175°C).
Setting: The Model SC-2 packer can be set
using a hydraulic setting tool in combination
with a crossover tool or a hydro-set adapter
kit. For some sizes, it can also be set using a
wireline adapter kit.
Retrieval: The Model SC-2 packer is released
and retrieved with a Model S-1 retrieving tool
using simple straight pull.
Optional Features
SC-2A™ (Product Family No. H48815):
Features a larger sealing bore in the upper
end, permitting the use of larger through-bore
packer accessories.
SC-2R™ (Product Family No. H48863):
Features a rotationally locked setting mechanism
that allows the packer and the entire gravel pack
assembly to be rotated and reciprocated, when
necessary, while running in the hole.
Note: Not all optional features are available in all
sizes, see Packer Availability Chart.

Features/Benefits
 Short overall length facilitates easy running and retrieving through “doglegs”, tight spots,
and short radius curves
 Single, self-energizing “cup forming” packing element for repeated low and high differential
pressure reversals
 Packing element is totally enclosed by chemically resistant, zero extrusion back-up system to
ensure extended downhole life
 Cast iron construction of the exterior components above the slips to enhance the emergency Model SC-2 Packer
milling up of the packer should it be impossible to retrieve by the conventional method Product Family No. H48807

(i.e., a straight pull)

 A hydraulically operated interlocking device, incorporated into the setting sleeve, preventing
the pre-setting of the packer during run-in
 Casing range from 4-1/2-in. to 9-5/8-in. (114.3-mm to 244.4-mm), with 10-3/4-in. (273.1-mm)
available by special order

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