Production Logging: Quartz Pressure, Single Sensor Tool QPS010: 1

Tool Code: QPS010
Document: MN-QPS010-D
Quartz Pressure - Single Sensor
PRODUCTION LOGGING
Quartz Pressure, Single Sensor Tool
QPS010: 111 / 16 ″, Memory

Operational & Maintenance Manual
Date: 5th February 1996
Author: John Buss
Last Revised: 7th July 2006, Ferry van der Vorst
Approved: Robert Holding
Tel. +44(0)1252 862 200 http://www.sondex.com

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This document contains proprietary information. Copyright © 2006 Sondex. All rights reserved.
Created July 10, 2006
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Contents
0 About This Manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-1

0.1 Manual History 0-1
0.2 Updates To Be Used With This Manual 0-1
0.3 Technical Help 0-1
0.4 Feedback 0-1
1 Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
1.1 Operating Principle 1-1
1.2 Purpose 1-1
1.3 Interfacing & Tool Combinations 1-1
1.4 Specification 1-2
2 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
2.1 General 2-1
2.2 Lubricants 2-1
2.3 Transducer Protection 2-1
2.4 Electro Static Discharge 2-2
2.5 Deadweight Testing 2-2
2.6 Post Logging Trapped Pressure 2-2
2.7 Upper Head / Memory Tool Lemo Plug Protection 2-2
3 Theory Of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

3.1 Description 3-1
3.2 Sensor Operation 3-1
3.3 Pressure Determination: Typical Tool Response 3-2
4 Operating Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

4.1 Pre-Logging Checks 4-1
4.1.1 Mechanical 4-1
4.1.2 Electrical 4-1
4.1.3 Operating 4-1
4.2 Connecting To Toolstring 4-2
4.3 Logging 4-2
4.4 Post Logging Disassembly 4-3
4.5 Transportation, Handling & Storage 4-3
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5 Mechanical Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

5.1 Description 5-1
5.2 Disassembly 5-1
5.2.1 Disassembly for General Maintenance 5-1
5.2.2 Disassembly for Repair 5-2
5.3 Reassembly 5-3
5.3.1 Reassembly after Repair 5-3
5.3.2 Reassembly after General Maintenance 5-4
6 Electrical Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
7 Extended Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

7.1 Preventative Maintenance 7-1
7.1.1 Grease & Lubricants 7-1
7.1.2 Mechanical 7-1
7.1.3 Electrical 7-2
7.1.4 Ageing Of Electronics 7-2
7.1.5 Heat Testing Above 150°C 7-2
7.1.6 Pressure Calibration Check 7-2
7.2 Pressure Calibration 7-3
7.3 Extraordinary Maintenance 7-3
7.3.1 O-ring Exchange 7-3
7.3.2 Flushing 7-4
APPENDIX A Equipment & Recommended Spares . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-1

A.1 Ancillary Equipment A-1
A.2 Maintenance Equipment A-1
A.3 Recommended Spares A-1
APPENDIX B Drawings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-1

B.1 Mechanical Drawings B-1
B.2 Electrical Diagrams B-1
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Quartz Pressure - Single Sensor Chapter 0. About This Manual
0 ABOUT THIS MANUAL
0.1 MANUAL HISTORY
Date Issue Description Auth Chk App

05/02/96 A Initial Release for QPS010. JB JB
24/05/99 B Mechanical references and drawings updated. JB JB
Manual updated to only contain relevant
information for each particular QPS tool. Also
available in PDF format.
07/11/00 C QPS010 Parts List 05017 changed to show DO JB
silicon O-Ring. Manual updated to use new
templates.
07/07/06 D Manual Updates. ECR2821. FV RLH RLH
0.2 UPDATES TO BE USED WITH THIS MANUAL
Consult the CD Directory for the appropriate Manual Updates to be used with this Manual.
0.3 TECHNICAL HELP
For further technical help contact Sondex as follows:
Address: Unit 1, Saxony Way,

Blackbushe Business Park,
Yateley, Hampshire,
GU46 6AB
United Kingdom
Telephone: +44(0)1252 862 200
Fax +44(0)1252 862 349
Email: support@sondex.com
0.4 FEEDBACK
Please help us improve future issues of this manual by sending your comments or corrections to
Documentation-UK@sondex.com, referencing the document number.
Thank you.
Photographs and sketches are for illustration purposes only. Depending on the tool
model that you have, certain features or dimensions may differ from those shown.
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Quartz Pressure - Single Sensor Chapter 1. Description
1 DESCRIPTION
The Sondex Quartz Pressure Tool measures pressure and Gauge temperature,
using an industry standard precision quartz crystal pressure transducer.
A Quartzdyne QHB pressure gauge, with bellows to isolate the quartz crystal
from well fluids, is fitted to the lower tool body.
Pressure access is via a single filtered port. A second flushing port, available for
use during maintenance, is plugged whilst running in hole.
The QPS010 operates on memory and directly takes its power from and feeds its
data to the memory tool.
1.1 OPERATING PRINCIPLE
Wellbore pressure is transmitted through an isolating metal bellows to a volume

of silicone oil, which surrounds the quartz pressure crystal. Changes in
hydrostatic pressure alter the resonant frequency.
A second crystal, not subjected to external pressure, provides temperature

compensation and allows calculation of precision, high resolution pressures.
1.2 PURPOSE
• Draw-Down & Build-Up Pressure Transient Analysis.

• Down-Hole Pressure Gradient Measurement.
1.3 INTERFACING & TOOL COMBINATIONS
• Mbus or SRO.
Note that the Mbus QPS interfaces direct to MPL, XMW and XSH telemetry tools
only. It may be used for memory or SRO logging.
Figure 1.1 QPS
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Quartz Pressure - Single Sensor Chapter 1. Description
1.4 SPECIFICATION
Parameter Specification Remarks

Temperature (max) 177°C (350ºF)
Pressure (max) 15,000psi
Diameter 111/16″ (43mm)
Make-Up Length 12.2″ (310mm)
Shipping Lenght 16.0″ (406mm)
Measure Point 2.9″ (74mm) Above lower tool joint.
Weight in air 4.0kg (8.8lbs)
Operating Voltagesa:
Range +4.75 to +12.6V DC
Current consumption at 12V 7mA
End thread (bottom) 13/16″ UNF (male)
End connector (bottom) 4mm single connector (socket)
1
Well Port thread /16 NPT
QUARTZDYNE QHB008-16-177
Pressure:
Max total/combined 0.02% FS
error
Resolution 0.008psi Depends on acquisition
parameters
Response Time <1 sec for 99.5%
Ageing < 3psi/year
Temperature:
Accuracy 0.15°C typical
Resolution <0.005°C Depends on acquisition
parameters
Ageing <0.16°C/year
Reference Clock:
Ageing <2ppm/year
a.
Note that the QPS itself does not contain electronics, other than the Quartzdyne electronics.
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Quartz Pressure - Single Sensor Chapter 2. Safety
2 SAFETY
2.1 GENERAL
HOT WORK! Sondex equipment may, under certain circumstances or failure

Warning! modes, become a potential source of ignition. Using it must therefore be
considered "HOT WORK" and appropriate precautionary procedures should be
followed when testing at surface in areas where there is a risk of gas leaks or other
potentially explosive atmospheres.
2.2 LUBRICANTS
Dow Corning 200
Silicone (Dow Corning 200 or equivalent) pressure fluid is used inside the transducer housing to
protect the crystal from contact with well fluid. This is a potential eye irritant. If fluid comes
into contact with the eyes, flush with copious quantities of water for 15 minutes, and visit a doctor
as soon as possible. For more details see the Material Safety Data Sheet for Dow Corning
Silicone.
Liquid O-ring
LOR101 is used for lubricating the tool during maintenance. Contact with skin or eyes can be
harmful. For more details see the Material Safety Data Sheet for Liquid O-ring.
2.3 TRANSDUCER PROTECTION
The Quartzdyne Gauge should not normally be removed from the Lower Sub, since the Seal is
maintenance free.
The Bellows must not be unscrewed from the Gauge, otherwise the calibration will be invalid.
The Quartzdyne Gauge is hard-wired to the QPS Electronics. Care is required during maintenance
since incorrect application of power to the Gauge may cause damage.
The Pressure Transducer is a quartz crystal. The crystal will not be vibration-damaged under
normal well logging conditions, but high frequency (i.e. metal to metal) shock perpendicular to the
axis of the QPS should be avoided.
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2.4 ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE
Electro Static Discharge (ESD)

Caution! All tools with electronic boards that contain solid state circuits (transistors, diodes,
semiconductors) may become damaged when contacted with an electrostatic
charge.
When handling tools, which contain electronic parts that are ESD sensitive, the following guidelines
should be followed to reduce any possible electrostatic charge build-up on the user’s body and the
electronic parts:
• Always ensure proper ESD precautions are taken when handling electronic parts that
are ESD sensitive during maintenance.
• Avoid touching the tool electronics, unless stated otherwise in this manual.
Note that ESD is less likely to affect tools when the housing is fitted.
2.5 DEADWEIGHT TESTING
Only qualified personnel should apply dead-weight testers to the pressure port, see
Warning! Section 7.2 Pressure Calibration. Use adequate precautions against excessive
pressure. In a lab environment, limit test pressures to 10,000psi and allow no
bystanders.
Precautions are required to allow for high pressure blow out through the flushing
port in the event of failure.
2.6 POST LOGGING TRAPPED PRESSURE
Beware internally trapped pressure when removing tool attached below QPS.
2.7 UPPER HEAD / MEMORY TOOL LEMO PLUG PROTECTION
Under no circumstances should the QPS Housing be rotated relative to its Lower
Caution! Sub until the Memory Electronics have been removed from the top of the QPS
Housing.
In use, the QPS010 has Memory Electronics attached to the top of the QPS Housing. The Electrical
connection is made with an 8-pin Lemo Connection and will NOT rotate relative to the Memory
Electronics.
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Quartz Pressure - Single Sensor Chapter 3. Theory Of Operation
3 THEORY OF OPERATION
3.1 DESCRIPTION
A Quartz Pressure Gauge is screwed and sealed with a compressable metal ‘olive’ Seal into a
Lower Sub, which has ports to the outside to allow well pressure into the Gauge.
Electronics interfaces the sensor signals to the Memory toolbus.
3.2 SENSOR OPERATION
Lower Housing Sub Well port and filter

Line wire
Line Up Line Down

Electronics QUARTZDYNE GAUGE Socket
Pin 5
Bellows
'Olive' Flushing port
(Compressible (normally plugged)
metal to metal seal)
Figure 3.1 QPS Simplified Tool Diagram
Quartz Pressure Sensor
Pressure enters through the well port in the Lower Sub and acts on the Gauge Bellows, which is
filled with silicone oil during manufacture. The Bellows isolates the quartz pressure crystal from the
aggressive well fluids while transmitting the pressure.
Note that the Bellows may introduce error at atmospheric pressure.
A second "flushing" port, which is blocked off while logging, allows the well port to be flushed clean
during maintenance.
The crystal resonance frequency depends on pressure and temperature, hence the Gauge
incorporates a second "temperature" crystal, thermally coupled to the first, which is not subjected to
well pressure. A 7.2MHz clock, used to down shift the pressure and temperature crystal
frequencies, is output as a time reference for frequency measurement. Gauge output pressure and
temperature frequencies lie in the range 15-60kHz, see Figure 3.2 and Figure 3.3.
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3.3 PRESSURE DETERMINATION: TYPICAL TOOL RESPONSE
60
55
180ºC (typ)
50
25ºC (typ)
45
40
Frequency (kHz)
35
30
25
20
15
10
0
0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16
Pressure (x1000psi)
Figure 3.2 - Typical Frequency vs. Pressure Response
60
50
40
Frequency (kHz)
30
20
10
0
20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180
Bias Temperature (ºC)
Figure 3.3 - Typical Frequency vs. Bias Temperature Response
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Quartz Pressure - Single Sensor Chapter 4. Operating Procedure
4 OPERATING PROCEDURE
Ref.: General Assembly 05017
4.1 PRE-LOGGING CHECKS
The Sondex memory tool requires a sychronising telemetry clock. For the pressure to be accurate,
this must be the pressure tool, if present.
Memory Setup
The normal 10MHz clock internal to the Memory Section must be disabled and the link made to
take the 7.2MHz Quartz Gauge reference signal.
4.1.1 MECHANICAL
1 Clean and grease lower and upper O-ring seals (items 18 & 19). Replace O-rings if dam-
aged.
2 If present, remove the Transport Screw Plug (item 24) from the Pressure Port in the
Lower Sub (item 2) before logging to allow well pressure to reach the Pressure Gauge
Assembly.
3 Ensure that upper and lower electrical connectors are clean, dry and undamaged.
4.1.2 ELECTRICAL
1 Using a Multimeter, measure the through resistance. The reading should be <0.5Ω.
4.1.3 OPERATING
The QPS010 contains no telemetry other than that of the Quartzdyne electronics. Connection to a
power supply and data acquisition system is required.
Note: Checks can be made without assembling the complete logging system, see Section 7.
1 Raw frequencies may be observed, typical approx values:
Pressure 20kHz
Temperature 55kHz
Ref clock 7.2MHz
2 To check calibrated values, Quartzdyne® calibration files <tool sn>.CRF and

<tool sn>.CRT must be available to the acquisition software. Check that pressure and
temperature read correct values and are not noisy.
NOTE: • WARRIOR and MIDAS acquisition software requires that these files have extensions
renamed to *.CFF and *.CFT.
• Files with extension CRT/F are identified by "R" at the end of the first line; do not alter
this label. If non "R" files are used, i.e. original *.CFF and *.CFT files, the calibration
will be less accurate.
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3 When converted to pressure and temperature using the calibration algorithm, the
measured frequencies should reflect atmospheric pressure and temperature if the tool is
at surface. Note that the largest errors occur near atmospheric pressure. 30psi are
needed to collapse any small bubbles.
4 Each Quartzdyne reference crystal is nominally 7.2MHz. The actual value through the
temperature range is shown in the Quartzdyne calibration record sheet. These slight
variations will be seen in the Sondex SRO telemetry sync pulse, which is not exactly
1kHz. Using this reference to generate the sync pulse ensures that, by using the Quartz-
dyne calibration coefficients measured with respect to the reference crystal (<tool
sn>.CRF and <tool sn>.CRT), all temperature drifts are taken into account.
4.2 CONNECTING TO TOOLSTRING
Lower and upper tool joint O-rings and seal surfaces should be clean, undamaged and lightly
greased. Remove Transport Screw Plug (item 24) from the well port if present.
1 Remove the memory tool (or XMW) cartridge from the Pressure Housing.
2 Screw in the 3 off Grub Screws, which hold the memory Electronics Cartridge to the QPS
until flush on the outside.
3 Line up the Lemo Plug and Socket and mount the Memory Electronics onto the QPS
Upper Head. Line up the 3 off Grub Screws and screw them out, locking the QPS to the
Memory Electronics.
Note: If the 10MHz internal clock link is fitted in the Memory Section, it must be removed. Slide the
Memory Housing over the Memory Cartridge and connect to QPS Housing.
The tool can be used centered and eccentered. The position of the tool will not influence the
measurement quality of the pressure sensor.
4.3 LOGGING
The following are guidelines only and must be used in conjunction with local policy and specific well
site conditions both downhole and at surface. The table below is appropriate for near vertical wells
and must be adjusted accordingly when in deviated wells. Use of a Head Tension Unit is highly
recommended.
Note: Do not exceed the calculated safe working load of your selected weakpoint. If in doubt, use a head
tension unit, especially in deviated wells where calculation from surface tension is less accurate.
Depth (ft) Speed Pulling Out of Hole Speed Running in Hole

In/out of catcher Dead slow or manual.
(pressure rig up only)
30 to 150 30ft/min
150 to 400 60ft/min
>400 clear cased hole Surface tension not to exceed Surface tension should not be
120% of tension when tool less than 80% of tension when
stationary. Speed not to exceed tool stationary. Speed not to
150ft/min. exceed 150ft/min.
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Depth (ft) Speed Pulling Out of Hole Speed Running in Hole

>400 clear open hole Surface tension not to exceed Surface tension should not be
130% of tension when tool less than 70% of tension when
stationary. Speed not to exceed tool stationary. Speed not to
150ft/min. exceed 150ft/min.
Approaching 30ft/min
potential obstacles a
Logging Data Do not exceed the above speeds.
Recommended speed is <30ft/min.
a. For example: Reduced diameters, gas lift mandrels, fluid levels, valves, tubing shoes,
packers, cross overs and other downhole equipment.
4.4 POST LOGGING DISASSEMBLY
The tool should be cleaned before the toolstring is disassembled. Well port must be flushed
clean, see Section 7.3.2.
Ensure that well fluid does not reach the electrical connectors or the Sensor Assembly.
Disassemble in a horizontal position wherever possible.
Refit thread protectors as soon as possible after disassembling the toolstring to prevent damage to
the O-rings and sealing surfaces.
4.5 TRANSPORTATION, HANDLING & STORAGE
Store with end threads lightly greased and with water tight thread protectors fitted.
Keep the well ports clean and filled with silicone oil. Fit the Transport Screw.
Do not subject the tool to extreme shock, such as dropping or hitting with a hard object.
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Quartz Pressure - Single Sensor Chapter 5. Mechanical Description
5 MECHANICAL DESCRIPTION
5.1 DESCRIPTION
See also: Section 3 Theory Of Operation.
The QPS is a quartz pressure Gauge with Gauge protection Bellows. It contains no Sondex
electronics. This tool is designed to be part of the memory tool itself. The Quartzdyne Gauges fitted
are rated as 16,000psi, 177°C Gauges.
The Sensor Section consists of the Quartzdyne® Gauge assembly with the integral Quartzdyne®
Bellows unit. The Bellows unit is screwed into the Lower Sub. The Lower Sub includes a fluid
access port and a port to allow flushing of the lower side of the Bellows.
For technical information on the Quartzdyne® Gauge, see the Quartzdyne® literature on
www.quartzdyne.com.
5.2 DISASSEMBLY
5.2.1 DISASSEMBLY FOR GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Note: The 2 off O-rings (item 18) on the Lower Sub (item 2) and the 2 off O-rings (item 19) in the Pressure
Housing (item 1) can be replaced without disassembly.
Note: Gauge Filter (item 23) is located in the Lower Sub (item 2) and can be accessed by unscrewing
Screw (item 24) and removing the Filter Plug (item 5).
Note: O-ring (item 20) is located in the Lower Sub (item 2) and can be accessed by unscrewing Screw
(item 15).
Note: The QPS housing must not be unscrewed from the Lower Sub until the Memory Electronics has
been removed from the top of the QPS Housing.
1 Unscrew Pressure Housing (item 1) from Lower Sub (item 2).
Note: The O-rings (item 19) can be replaced at this stage by extracting them over the Pressure Gauge
Assembly (item 3, 9, etc.).
DO NOT remove or unscrew any other parts, located on the top side of the
Caution! Quartzdyne® Gauge. This will cause damage to the internal wiring and will render
the tool inoperable.
Note: The procedure described below is only required when O-ring (item 27) and O-ring on the Lower Sub
Connector Assembly (item 6) need replacement. Refer to Section 7.3.1 for replacement frequency.
2 Remove Circlip (item 7) and extract the Lower Sub Connector Assembly (item 6).
Note: This pressure tight assembly is difficult to remove due to friction over the O-ring (item 27). The
source handling tool (p/n 00352), supplied with the Sondex FDR is a suitable extraction tool.
Alternatively a M5 or 10-32 tap can be used. The connector is best tapped out rather than pulled,
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which can cause it to suddenly become free and damage the Line Wire. Do not rotate the
Connector Assembly, otherwise the Anti-rotation Pin (item 28) will be damaged.
3 Unsolder the Line Wire (yellow) from the Lower Sub Connector Assembly (item 6).
4 Check O-ring (item 27) and replace if necessary.
Further disassembly for general maintenance is not required.
Note: The sensor buffer O-rings (21, 22 & 17) do not need to be replaced routinely as they are not used
as pressure sealing rings, but as shock mounts.
5.2.2 DISASSEMBLY FOR REPAIR
It is recommended to return the tool to Sondex for repair. However, if a repair is

required immediately, the following procedure should be followed.
Note: The following procedure is only required when the Pressure Gauge (item 9) needs to be repaired.
Ensure that the Quartzdyne housing does not rotate relative to the lower end of the
Caution! Gauge, otherwise the Line Wire, exiting a small hole in the Gauge, will be cut.
1 Perform the disassembly procedure, as described in Section 5.2.1.
2 Unscrew the 4 off Screws (item 16) and remove the Top Half Shell (item 3).
Note: Do not remove the lower Chassis cover if the the top cover has been removed, as this forms an
integral part of the assembly.
3 Unscrew Lemo Retainer (item 11) and carefully pull out the Lemo (item 12), extending the
wires to the end of their slack.
4 Remove the Insert Sleeve (item 13).
5 Unsolder the Wires from the Lemo (item 12).
Note: There are five coloured wires from the Gauge and a yellow Line Wire from the Lower Sub
Connector passing directly to the Lemo Connector on the Upper Bulkhead.
6 Remove the 2 off Screws (item 16) to remove the Upper Bulkhead (item 4).
7 Remove the Lower Chassis cover from the Lower Bulkhead by unscrewing remaining
Screws (item 16).
8 Carefully pull the yellow Line Wire out of the top of the Lower Bulkhead (item 2; side of the
Pressure Gauge (item 9)).
9 Unscrew the Pressure Gauge (item 9) from the Lower Sub (item 2).
Caution! This will expose the Gauge Bellows, which must be protected from being knocked.
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Note: O-rings (item 21 & 22) can now be replaced if necessary.
Note: The O-rings (item 19) can be replaced on the Lower Sub (item 2) at this stage. Ensure the O-rings
are greased, using Silicone Grease.
Further disassembly is not recommended. However, if the the Line Wire needs replacement, the
wire can be pulled out of the Quartzdyne Assembly.
Disassembling the Quartzdyne Electronics may invalidate any remaining

Caution! Quartzdyne warranty.
The Bellows must not be unscrewed from the Gauge, otherwise the calibration will
be invalid.
5.3 REASSEMBLY

Wiring Diagram WD-80623
5.3.1 REASSEMBLY AFTER REPAIR
Note: The O-rings (item 19) can be replaced on the Lower Sub (item 2) at this stage, if it was not done
previously. Ensure the O-rings are greased, using Silicone Grease.
1 Inspect all parts for cleanliness and damage. Replace damaged parts if necessary.
Note: Ensure the location, into which the Gauge Bellows are fitted, is clean.
2 When the Line Wire needs to be replaced and a Wire is still threaded through the
Quartzdyne Gauge, it is usually possible to pull a new Wire through without opening the
Gauge.
If the Gauge is separated from the Bellows, the Bellows position setting will be lost
Caution! and the calibration will be invalid. In the field, recovery from this situation is difficult.
3 Fit a new Sealing Cone (p/n 92118, not shown) between the Gauge (item 9) and Lower
Sub (item 2).
4 Screw the Pressure Gauge (item 9) onto the Lower Sub (item 2), using a torque of
approx. 47Nm. There should be a gap of approximately 1mm between the Bellows Hous-
ing and the Lower Sub (item 2). They must not touch.
Caution! Ensure the Gauge Bellows are protected from being knocked.
Do not use a spanner on the Gauge, as this may change the Bellows setting and
Caution! can make the calibration void.
Note: Take care the Line Wire is not being trapped between Lower Sub (item 2) and Pressure Gauge
(item 9).
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Note: Ensure the Pressure Gauge is properly seated. It is advisable to perform a dead weight pressure
test to check the Sealing Cone for leaks.
5 Carefully guide the Line Wire through the groove in the Lower Sub (item 2).
6 Refit the Lower Chassis cover to the Lower Sub (item 2), using 2 off Screws (item 16).
Note: O-rings (item 21 & 22) can be replaced if necessary.
7 Guide the Wiring through the Upper Bulkhead (item 4) and refit the Upper Bulkhead to the
Pressure Gauge (item 9).
8 Secure the Upper Bulkhead to the Lower Half Shell (item 3), using 2 off Screws (item 16).
9 Refit the Top Half Shell (item 3), using 4 off Screws (item 16).
10 Resolder the Wires to the Lemo (item 12) as per WD-80623 and secure the Wiring, so it
does not fall outside the Chassis and can damage.
11 Refit the Insert Sleeve (item 13).
12 Carefully guide the Lemo in the Upper Bulkhead and screw Lemo Retainer (item 11) back
in place.
Note: Take care not to damage the wiring.
13 Fit a new O-ring (item 17) and lubricate with Silicone grease.
14 Perform the reassembly procedure, as described in Section 5.3.2.
5.3.2 REASSEMBLY AFTER GENERAL MAINTENANCE
1 Check O-ring (item 27) and replace if necessary. Grease the O-ring, using Silicone
grease.
2 Resolder the Line Wire (yellow) to the hole in the modified nut on the Lower Sub
Connector Assembly (item 6).
Note: Ensure the 2 off nuts on the Lower Sub Connector Assembly (item 6) are screwed tight against
each other.
3 Line up the Lower Sub Connector Assembly (item 6) with the Lower Sub (item 2) and refit
in the Lower Sub.
Note: Take care not to damage the Alignment Pin (item 28) and ensure the Lower Sub Connector
Assembly is properly seated.
4 Refit Circlip (item 7).
5 Fit and grease 2 off O-rings (item18).
6 Clean and refit the Pressure Housing (item 1) onto the Lower Sub (item 2).
7 Refit 2 off O-rings (item 19).
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8 Ensure O-rings and threads are lubricated with Silicone Grease.
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Quartz Pressure - Single Sensor Chapter 6. Electrical Description
6 ELECTRICAL DESCRIPTION
The tool does not contain electronics, apart from the Quartzdyne electronics.
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Quartz Pressure - Single Sensor Chapter 7. Extended Checks
7 EXTENDED CHECKS
7.1 PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
7.1.1 GREASE & LUBRICANTS
Sondex recommends the use of “Liquid O-ring type 101” (p/n LOR101) on threads and O-rings, see
APPENDIX A.
All O-rings and housing threads are assumed to be and must be lightly greased unless specifically
indicated differently.
Correct use of grease and lubricants is essential to the maintenance of all Sondex downhole
equipment.
Note that some threads are internal such that grease can get inside the tool. Do not use excessive
quantities.
Sondex does not recommend Copper loaded greases since some types can cause electrical leaks.
Some types are also not suitable for use on O-rings. Silicone grease may be used on O-rings, but
must be kept clear of threads especially stainless to stainless.
The use of certain greases, such as some types of Lubriplate, can cause electrical
Warning! failure if they have any volatile content, which can burn off producing corrosive
gasses inside the tool.
7.1.2 MECHANICAL
1 Remove dirt and old grease from pressure housing threads and O-rings and replace with
fresh.
2 Inspect O-rings for damage or ageing/hardening and replace where required.
3 Check for:
• Damaged wires.
• Wires that are loose and likely to be crushed on re-assembly.
• Damaged components.
• Loose screws/nuts/components/connectors.
Note: If RTV or similar compound is used to secure loose components, it must be fully cured before
housing is replaced.
• Electrical components shorting to Chassis.

• Heat or chemical damage (discoloured components).
• Incorrect thread grease or excessive quantity, see Section 7.1.1.
• Cleanliness of connectors and loose/bent pins before replacing.
4 Check all fixings for tightness.
5 Flushing and well ports should be kept clean and oil filled. Check Filter.
QPS010
7.1.3 ELECTRICAL
1 Check through line resistance and tool current, see Section 4.1.2.
2 Perform a visual inspection of the top electronics for debris, damaged components and
wires.
7.1.4 AGEING OF ELECTRONICS
At 150°C, significant electronic ageing failures are expected after 4000hrs typical use, hence PCB
replacement should be considered at this point. Every additional 10°C halves the time. Also accel-
erated by vibration and corrosive gas inside the Chassis. Visual inspection and logging previous
history is recommended, but is unlikely to predict premature failure.
Tools that may be suspected of reliability problems due to age or unusual log response may be
heated to 120°C, which would not normally age the electronics, and then subjected to moderate
vibration. A moderately hard blow from a wooden hammer is recommended. DO NOT USE
METAL HAMMERS.
7.1.5 HEAT TESTING ABOVE 150°C
This is not generally recommended since it shortens tool life expectancy.
Heat testing may be required for contractual reasons, tool out of use for a long period or job with
unusually high well temperature. The test should be carried out only slightly above expected well
temperature and the tool should not be kept at temperature for more than 1 hour.
7.1.6 PRESSURE CALIBRATION CHECK
Note that Quartzdyne Gauge calibrations usually remain accurate for 3 years or more, depending
on use, see Section 7.2 Pressure Calibration. Customer contracts may require full calibrations more
frequently, possibly every 12 months.
Gauge calibration can be checked by comparing 2 or more Gauges for agreement. The Gauges
MUST be at a constant, uniform temperature.
Note: See Section 1.4 for well port thread specification.
The Calibration may also be checked at 2 or more points.
A very severe test is to subject the Gauge to a high pressure/low temperature regime (e.g.
10000psi/20ºC).
This is way off its normal measuring range, so if it the reading is acceptable here, then the Gauge is
very unlikely to be out elsewhere.
Applying high pressure to the well port only, may cause the Flushing port O-ring to
Warning! fail (especially at high temperature). This should therefore be covered to prevent
injury from a jet of hot oil or O-ring fragment.
Heating the Gauge at 14psi is a less effective check. Note that the accuracy spec below 100psi is
quoted as very poor (in practice it is not too bad) due to the Bellows, so a bad reading here does not
necessarily indicate a bad Gauge.
QPS010
Note that any reference pressure reading is only as accurate as the test equipment, second Gauge
or dead weight tester.
Quartzdyne's Compute.exe program, which converts frequency readings to pressure and

temperature, may be useful for testing without logging system.
7.2 PRESSURE CALIBRATION
This must only be performed by qualified personnel with sufficiently accurate temperature and dead
weight pressure equipment. Such equipment is usually only to be found at specialist test houses or
large oilfield service companies.
Sondex does not supply this equipment.
Quartzdyne's Curvefit.exe program generates cal files from a .DAT file. Format should be as
described in Curvefit.txt and not as the .DAT file supplied with the Gauge.
The Gauge is normally removed from the QPS tool for calibration, hence must be pressure tested
for leaks when re-fitted.
Note that the Flushing port O-ring may fail at high temperature and pressure, hence should be
covered for safety.
7.3 EXTRAORDINARY MAINTENANCE
Ref.: General Assembly Drawing 05017
See also Section 4.1 Pre-Logging Checks.
7.3.1 O-RING EXCHANGE
Note: Sondex recommends replacement of all O-rings when the tool is disassembled for repair.
It is recommended to replace the following O-rings every run:
• 4x item 19.
• 2x item 18.
• 1x item 20.
The following O-rings require replacement after 5 runs or 3 months, whichever comes first:
• 1x item 27.
• 1x O-ring on the Lower Connector (item 6).
Note: O-rings (item 21 & 22) do not require servicing. Sondex recommends to service them when the tool
is repaired.
If the tool experiences H2S gas or temperatures above 150°C, the following O-rings must be
replaced:
• 4x item 19.
• 2x item 18.
• 1x item 20.
• 1x item 27.
• 1x O-ring on the Lower Connector (item 6).
QPS010
7.3.2 FLUSHING
The tool should be flushed after every job.
Note: Remove the Gauge Filter and Retaining Screw, if fitted (item 23 & 5).
1 Flush the Sensor Port by unscrewing the Pressure Isolation Plug (item 15) at the back of
the Lower Sub, and pumping water/clean oil through.
2 Check condition of O-ring (item 20) and replace if necessary.
3 Check condition of Filter (item 23) and replace if necessary.
4 Reinstall Retaining Screw, Filter and Plug (items 5, 23 & 15).
5 Trap the clean oil (or water) in the Bellows chamber with Screw (item 24).
QPS010
Quartz Pressure - Single Sensor APPENDIX A. Equipment & Recommended Spares
APPENDIX A EQUIPMENT & RECOMMENDED SPARES
Item Part no. Description Qty Remarks

1 QPS010 Quartz Pressure Gauge Tool 1 Memory
A.1 ANCILLARY EQUIPMENT
Item Part No Description Qty Remarks

1 04053 Flushing Kit Assembly 1 Part of Basic Spares Kit.
2 00352 Source Handling tool 1
A.2 MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT

1 91050 Tool Kit for 111/16″tools 1
2 LOR101 Grease for O-rings and threads 1 5oz pot.
3 LOR101L Grease for O-rings and threads 1 16oz pot.
A.3 RECOMMENDED SPARES

1 KITB-QPS Basic Spares Kit for QPS 1 To support 1 run in hole.
2 KITR-QPS1 11/16 Recommended Spares Kit 1 To support 25 runs in hole.
Note: Refer to MN-PIH for spares kits for the Pressure Isolation Head.
Document: MN-QPS010-D Created July 10, 2006 A-1
QPS010
PARTS LISTING
Part: Issue: Drawn: Checked: Approved:
NGH PD DJF
91050 - Date: Date: Date:
14/01/2002 14/01/2002 14/01/2002
Description:
Tool Kit for all 1 11/16 Tools SX and GO
CHANGE HISTORY RELATED DOCUMENTS

I ss Date R em ark s Chkd Appr # Docum ents I ssue Notes
- 14/01/2002 Initial Release PD DJF
PARTS LIST
I tem Part No. I ssue Description Com ponent Value Qty Units R em ark s
001 91005 - Spanner Open Ended 42mmx38mm 2 ea
002 91019 - Spanner C 50mm 35mm 1 ea
003 10038 A Spanner Box 3/8 x 5/16 Modified 2 ea
004 91028 - Spanner 3/8x5/16 1 ea
005 91027 - Spanner Single Open End 18mm 1 ea
006 91029 - Key Hex Metric 1 ea
007 91030 - Punch Pin Parallel set 1 ea
008 00615 A Assy Spanner PKJ 1 ea
009 91293 P T 1 Screwdriver Parallel tip (3 0 x 75) 1 ea
010 91105 - Toolroll With SX Badge Large Black 1 ea
011 91104 - Screwdriver Parallel tip (5 5 x 200) 1 ea
012 91103 - Pliers Circlip 812 Chrome/Van 1 ea
013 91102 - Pliers Mini Flat Nose 5 Inch 1 ea
014 10037 A Bar Tommy 2 ea
015 10051 A Kemlon tool Sondex - 4BA Hex Socket 1 ea
016 91280 - Hammer, 4oz ball pein 1 ea
017 91130 - Pin C Spanner 35-50mm 1 ea
(AR = As Required)
PARTS LISTING
KITB-QPS - Date: Date: Date:

--/--/-- --/--/-- --/--/--
Description:
Kit, Spares, Basic, QPS

- --/--/--
PARTS LIST
001 05309 C Plug - Flushing Port 1 ea
002 01029 - Screw, Csk Hd(Slotted), M3 x 06mm Lg, St/Steel 2 ea
003 93040 - Screw Skt Cap Hd M3x05mm Lg SS 1 ea
004 04053 D Assy Flushing Kit (QPS, ILS, PSJ, DBT) 1 ea
(AR = As Required)
QPS010
PARTS LISTING
DJ RH RH
KITR-QPS1 11/16 A Date: Date: Date:
25/07/2002 09/08/2002 09/08/2002
Description:
Kit, Spares, Recommended(25Run), QPS(1 11/16)

A 25/07/2002 ECR1279. Kit P/List Approved RH RH
PARTS LIST
001 04046 C Screw Filter Retaining 1 ea
002 05309 C Plug - Flushing Port 1 ea
003 05310 A Filter Gauze 5 ea
004 93040 - Screw Skt Cap Hd M3x05mm Lg SS 5 ea
005
006
007 99008 - O Ring Viton 90 Type 008 5 ea
010
(AR = As Required)
QPS010
Quartz Pressure - Single Sensor APPENDIX B. Drawings
APPENDIX B DRAWINGS
B.1 MECHANICAL DRAWINGS
Description Drawing
QPS010 General Assembly 05017-H
B.2 ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS
Description Type Drawing

QPS, Memory Wiring Diagram WD-80623-B
Document: MN-QPS010-D Created July 10, 2006 B-1
B–2
Quartz Pressure - Single Sensor QPS010

B–3

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Tool Code: QPS010

QPS010: 111 / 16 ″, Memory

Date: 5th February 1996

Author: John Buss

Last Revised: 7th July 2006, Ferry van der Vorst

Approved: Robert Holding

Tel. +44(0)1252 862 200 http://www.sondex.com

0 About This Manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-1

3 Theory Of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

4 Operating Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

5 Mechanical Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

6 Electrical Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

7 Extended Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

APPENDIX A Equipment & Recommended Spares . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-1

APPENDIX B Drawings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-1

0 ABOUT THIS MANUAL

0.1 MANUAL HISTORY

Date Issue Description Auth Chk App

0.2 UPDATES TO BE USED WITH THIS MANUAL

0.3 TECHNICAL HELP

For further technical help contact Sondex as follows:

Address: Unit 1, Saxony Way,

1.1 OPERATING PRINCIPLE

Wellbore pressure is transmitted through an isolating metal bellows to a volume

A second crystal, not subjected to external pressure, provides temperature

• Draw-Down & Build-Up Pressure Transient Analysis.

1.3 INTERFACING & TOOL COMBINATIONS

Figure 1.1 QPS

Parameter Specification Remarks

HOT WORK! Sondex equipment may, under certain circumstances or failure

Dow Corning 200

2.3 TRANSDUCER PROTECTION

2.4 ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE

Electro Static Discharge (ESD)

2.5 DEADWEIGHT TESTING

2.6 POST LOGGING TRAPPED PRESSURE

2.7 UPPER HEAD / MEMORY TOOL LEMO PLUG PROTECTION

Electronics interfaces the sensor signals to the Memory toolbus.

3.2 SENSOR OPERATION

Lower Housing Sub Well port and filter

Line Up Line Down

Figure 3.1 QPS Simplified Tool Diagram

Quartz Pressure Sensor

Note that the Bellows may introduce error at atmospheric pressure.

3.3 PRESSURE DETERMINATION: TYPICAL TOOL RESPONSE

Figure 3.2 - Typical Frequency vs. Pressure Response

Figure 3.3 - Typical Frequency vs. Bias Temperature Response

Ref.: General Assembly 05017

4.1 PRE-LOGGING CHECKS

1 Raw frequencies may be observed, typical approx values:

2 To check calibrated values, Quartzdyne® calibration files <tool sn>.CRF and

4.2 CONNECTING TO TOOLSTRING

Depth (ft) Speed Pulling Out of Hole Speed Running in Hole

Depth (ft) Speed Pulling Out of Hole Speed Running in Hole

Recommended speed is <30ft/min.

4.4 POST LOGGING DISASSEMBLY

4.5 TRANSPORTATION, HANDLING & STORAGE

See also: Section 3 Theory Of Operation.

Ref.: General Assembly 05017

5.2.1 DISASSEMBLY FOR GENERAL MAINTENANCE

1 Unscrew Pressure Housing (item 1) from Lower Sub (item 2).

4 Check O-ring (item 27) and replace if necessary.

Further disassembly for general maintenance is not required.