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Service Tools Technical Manual
Subject: ParaBow Balance Plug Cementing Tool

Unit No.: 2406 Revision: A Date: August 1998 Page 1 of 16
Approval: Doug Lehr Approval Date: August 1998
PARABOW BALANCE PLUG CEMENTING TOOL
DESCRIPTION
The BJ ParaBow cementing tool is used to place cement plugs with accuracy in open or
cased holes. It utilizes umbrella shaped membranes that conform to hole irregularities to
stop the movement of heavier cements through lighter fluids.
The ParaBow Extrusion Tool is used to run and deploy the ParaBow Refill.
The ParaBow Refill consist of two umbrella shapes mounted head to head that extend in
opposite directions in the wellbore to form a temporary plug. The ParaBow Refill is made
of two canvas bags mounted inside of fiberglass rods.
The BJ ParaBow Extrusion Tool is made up at the end of work string and ran to the setting
depth. An extrusion device is dropped in the work string and circulated to the ball seat.
Pressure is then applied to shift the activator piston and close the upper circulation ports.
An increase in the pressure extrudes a rubber ball or shifts the ball seat (depending on the
tool type), allowing the fluid to be pumped against the extrusion piston, extruding the
ParaBow Refill. After deploying, the ParaBow Refill will keep the cement slurry separated
from the fluid below and avoid fluid movements in this area. A series of accessories and
extrusion devices are available for use with different ParaBow Extrusion Tool versions.
FEATURES
• One connection hook-up.
• Simple and reliable construction.
• Simple one trip hydraulic operation.
• The ParaBow Refill is drillable with PDC, hybrid and rock bits.
BENEFITS
• Dramatically improves the odds of placing the cement plug at the desired location
• Less waiting on cement time.
• Reduces mud-conditioning time.
There are two ParaBow Extrusion Tool versions in use at this time:
1. Early US ParaBow Extrusion Tool
2. ParaBow Extrusion Tool with Dart and Ball System (DB).
Due to advantages it offers, the DB Tool system supersedes the other version.
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The main difference between the two versions is the actuating device used to extrude the refill:
• The Early US ParaBow Extrusion Tool uses rubber balls or darts to deploy the refill.
• The DB ParaBow Extrusion Tool uses phenolic balls, steel balls or darts to deploy the refill.
RUNNING PRECAUTIONS
1. When making up to the workstring, do not place back-ups on the upper or lower housing and do not grip the
top sub on upper circulation ports.
2. Break circulation gently and circulate approximately 20 bbls volume every 20-50 stands, depending on mud
cleanliness at maximum rate of 5 BPM. Do not exceed this circulation rate; the refill can extrude
prematurely.
3. In open holes or deviated wells circulate continuously at 2-3 BPM while running in.
4. Once the tool is at the setting depth you can circulate to condition the hole. If a circulation rate higher than
5 BBM is required, it is best to extrude the refill first and then pull up 10 feet to circulate.
RUNNING PROCEDURE
5. Remove tape from upper and lower circulation ports. Check the actuator ball size. If a ball is dropped in the
tool for this purpose, make sure it is taken out before making up the tool to the work string.
1. Make up the ParaBow Extrusion Tool Top Sub (1) to the work string.
2. Run into the hole. Please refer to Running Precautions #2 and #3.
3. Extrude Parabow. Depending on the extrusion device used to deploy the refill, use one of the next
procedures.
A) Using Nitrile Rubber Ball

(1) Drop activating ball and pump at 5 BPM max to move ball through tubing.
(2) As the ball approaches the extrusion tool, slow the pumps to 3 BPM max.
(3) Once the ball lands the activator piston shifts at 145 psi closing the upper circulation ports.
(4) Apply 200 psi to extrude the rubber ball through the ball seat. The extrusion piston will move
down, extruding the refill into the well bore.
B) Using Phenolic Ball

(1) Drop activating phenolic ball and pump at 5 BPM max to move ball through tubing.
(2) As the ball approaches the extrusion tool, slow the pumps to 3 BPM max. Depending on the fluid
viscosity, the phenolic ball may be pumped down or let gravitate to the ball seat
(3) Once the ball lands apply 265 psi. pressure to the tubing to shift the activator piston and close the
upper circulation ports.
(4) Apply 1550 psi to shift the ball seat. The extrusion piston will move down extruding the refill into
the well bore.


C) Using Steel Ball

(1) Drop activating steel ball and pump at 5 BPM max until the ball is calculated to be halfway through
the tubing length in the hole. Shut the pumps down and allow the ball to gravitate to its seat.
(2) Once the ball lands, apply 265 psi. pressure to the tubing to shift the activator piston and close the
upper circulation ports
(3) Apply 1550 psi to shift the ball seat. The extrusion piston will move down extruding the refill into
well bore.
D) Using Dart
(1) Drop activating dart and pump at 5 BPM max to move dart through tubing.
(2) As the dart approaches the extrusion tool, slow the pumps to 3 BPM max.
(3) Once the darts latches in the ball seat apply 265 psi. pressure to the tubing to shift the activator
piston and close the upper circulation ports.
(4) Apply 1550 psi. pressure to the tubing to shift the ball seat.
(5) Apply 2900 psi pressure to the tubing to shear out the dart nose guide. The extrusion piston will
move down extruding the refill into the well bore.
4. When the extrusion piston has traveled the full length of the tool, the lower circulating ports open and the
original circulating pressure will return. At this point slowly pick the string up 10 ft. This will pull the
release wire attached to the tool, allowing the lower portion of the refill to expand to its fully opened
position.
5. Pump the required volume of cement slurry
6. Retrieve, clean and oil the ParaBow Extrusion Tool.
MATERIALS
All load-bearing components are made of P110 equivalent steel.
All standard elastomers are nitrile.
ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS
The DB ParaBow has superseded the Early US Parabow version. The obsolete part numbers are given for you
reference; please do not order obsolete tools except spare parts or redress kits.
Please refer to Parts List for description and quantities of redress parts.
The refill can be used with all 4.13 ParaBow Extrusion Tool versions.


Unless ordering instruction table shows otherwise, the actuating devices are not supplied with the extrusion tool
and are not included in the redress kit; they should be ordered separately.
PRODUCT Part No. NOTE

Early US 4.13 Parabow Extrusion Tool with Standard Top Sub 62529-1 OBSOLETE
Early US 4.13 Parabow Extrusion Tool with Equalizing Top Sub 62529-2 OBSOLETE
Early US 4.13 Parabow Extrusion Tool with Standard Top Sub
complete with Refill 63277-1 OBSOLETE
Early US 4.13 Parabow Extrusion Tool with Equalizing Top Sub
complete with Refill 63277-2 OBSOLETE
Redress Kit for Early US 4.13 Parabow Extrusion Tool
(Items # 6, 14, 15) N/A OBSOLETE
Equalizing Top Sub Assembly, Size 4.13 61813-1 OBSOLETE
2.25” Diameter Nitrile Rubber Ball 54313-1 OBSOLETE
4.13 x 2-7/8” DB ParaBow Extrusion Tool. 68297-1
Redress Kit for 4.13 x 2-7/8” DB ParaBow Extrusion Tool
(Items # 3, 4, 6, 9, 11, 12, 14, 15) 71426-1
Refill 61433
3-1/2” IF Equalizer Tool 68125-1
Redress Kit for 3-1/2” IF Equalizer Tool
(Items # 2,4, 5, 6) 71536-1
4.13 x 2-7/8” Dart Assembly 68224-1
1.50” Diameter Phenolic Ball 68133
1.50” Diameter Steel Ball 68304


TECHNICAL DATA
TECHNICAL DATA
Refill range 6” through 22” ID hole
Activator Piston Shifting Pressure- Early US Tool Version ONLY 145 [psi]
Rubber Ball Extruding Pressure- Early US Tool Version ONLY 200 [psi]
Activator Piston Shifting Pressure- DB Tool Version ONLY 265 [psi]
Ball Seat Shifting Pressure- DB Tool Version ONLY 1,550 [psi]
Dart Nose Extruding Pressure 2,900 [psi]
Equalizing Top Sub Activating Pressure- Early US Tool Version ONLY 3,500 [psi]
3-1/2” IF Equalizer Activating Pressure 4,660 [psi]
Nitrile Rubber Ball Diameter- Early US Tool Version ONLY 2.25”
Phenolic or Steel Ball Diameter- 4.13 x 2-7/8 Tool Size ONLY 1.50”
Make Up Torque (2-7/8” EU 8RD. API Thread) 2300 ft-lbs.
Temperature Rating 3000F
Phenolic Ball Specific Gravity 1.45
Chromium Steel Ball Specific Gravity 7.84


Early 4.13 US 4.13 x 2-7/8”

ParaBow DB ParaBow
Extrusion Tool Extrusion Tool


PARTS LIST
Part Number
Item Early 4.13 US 4.13 x 2-7/8” DB Parabow
Part Description Qty
No. Parabow Extrusion Tool
Extrusion Tool
1 Top Sub 2-7/8” EU 1 61812-1 63871-1
2 Seat Nut 1 68222-1
3 O-Ring #137 1 46004137
4 O-Ring #225 3 T46004225
5 Ball Seat 1 68221-1
46004236 46004236
6 O-Ring #236 See Size
Qty = 3 Q-ty= 4
7 Snap Ring 1 64225-1
8 Cross-Lock Screw 2 62517-1 63972-1
Shear Pin, Brass
9 2 SEE NOTE 1 63973-1
3/16” x 9/16”
10 Activator Piston 1 62198-1 68220-1
11 O-Ring #324 1 T46004324
Shear Screw, Steel 63970
12 3
1/4-20 x 1/2
13 Upper Housing 1 61810-1 64234-1
14 O-Ring #234 2 46004234
Soc. Set Screw
15 1 X20746
10-32 x 1/4
16 Extrusion Piston 1 61964-1
17 Lower Housing 1 61809-1
18 Shear Sleeve 1 62518-1
Soc. Set Screw
19 4 283867
1/4-20 x 3/8
53413-1
Activating Ball 1 See Note 2
2.25 Dia Nitrile
NOTE 1: This tool uses (2) fiberglass shear pins supplied with the refill.
NOTE 2: No activating device is supplied with the extrusion tool. Please refer to Ordering Instructions table
and Actuating Device compatibility table on next page.


ACTUATING DEVICE AND ACCESSORY COMPATIBILITY TABLE

Before ordering or running the Parabow Extrusion Tool, please check the compatibility table below. If a
particular actuating device can be used in conjunction with a particular Parabow Extrusion Tool type, an “Y” is
displayed in the box.
Actuating Device Part

4.13 Early US Parabow 4.13 x 2-7/8” DB Parabow
and Accessory Number
2.25” Dia. Nitrile Ball 53413-1 Y
1.50” Dia. Phenolic Ball 68133 Y
1.50” Dia. Steel Ball 68304 Y
4.13 x 2-7/8” Dart 68224-1 Y
3-1/2” IF Equalizer 68125-1 Y
Equalizing Top Sub 61813-1 Y
DIMENSIONAL DATA
Tool
Dimension Early 4.13 US Parabow 4.13 x 2-7/8” DB Parabow
Extrusion Tool Extrusion Tool
A 2-7/8” EU 8 RD API THD
B 2.32
C 1.77
D 1.79 1.56
E (total area) 6.28
F 4.13
G 3.50
H (total area) 6.28
J 3.23
K 10.21
L 20.36
M 89.45


Early 413 US DB ParaBow

4.13 x 2-7/8” ParaBow Extrusion Tool
Extrusion Tool


PARABOW REFILL
The ParaBow Refill is designed to work in 6” through 22” open or cased
hole.
The ParaBow Refill is packed and shipped in closed position, ready for
use. The Refill shipping box contains:
• One Nose Guide (Item #21)
• One Parabow Refill (Item #24)
• 6 fiberglass Shear Pins (Item #22)
• One Release Wire (Item #26)
• One Assembly Strap (Item #25)
• One Lock Pin (Item #23)
• One Assembly Procedure
The ParaBow Refill (Item #24) is made out of the following
components:
• Rod (Item #24A)
• Canvas Bag (Item #24B)
• Distender (Item #24C)
• Release Stocking (Item #24D)
Four fiberglass shear pins are used to pin the refill to the Parabow
Extrusion Tool Shear Sleeve (18). In case the refill is run in the Early
US Parabow Extrusion Tool, use the remaining two fiberglass shear pins
to assemble the Activator Piston (Item #10) to the Upper Housing (Item
#13).
The Refill is to be loaded in the extrusion tool only at the BJ service
point by trained personnel.
In case that the release wire had been accidentally pulled out of the
Release Stocking follow the next assembly procedure:
1. Start the assembly from the lower end of the ParaBow Refill
where the Release Stocking (24D) is sewn to the Canvas Bag
(24B) by forcing the Distenders (24C) together.
2. Install one assembly strap over the compressed Distenders
(24C) so it does not interfere with the Release Stocking (24D)
and tighten.


3. Wrap the Release Stocking

(24D) around the compressed
Distenders (24C).
4. Insert the blank end of the
Release Wire (26) (the end with
no set screw lock groove)
through the Release Stocking
(24D) pockets.
5. Push the Release Stocking
(24D) against the Assembly
Strap. REMOVE STRAP and
push the Release Stocking
(24D) over the end of the
compressed Distenders (24C).
6. Compress upper Distenders
(24C) and install the Assembly
Strap approx. 3/4” from the top
end of the Canvas Bag (24B)
without trapping the Release
Wire (26).
PARABOW EXTRUSION TOOL

ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE
1. Clean and lubricate all threads
and sealing surfaces.
2. Upper Housing Subassembly
A) EARLY US 4.13 PARABOW EXTRUSION TOOL
(1) Install O-ring (6) on the Activator Piston (10).
(2) Drive Activator Piston (10) through the Upper Housing (13). Install two fiberglass shear pins (9)
(supplied with the refill) and Cross Lock Screws (8).
B) 4.13 x 2-7/8” DB PARABOW EXTRUSION TOOL
(1) Install O-ring (11) in the Ball Seat (5).
(2) Install O-ring (3) and make up Seat Nut (2) to the Ball Seat (5).
(3) Install Snap Ring (7) and O-rings (4) on the Ball Seat (5).
(4) Insert the Ball Seat (5) through the Activator Piston (10) and pin together with Shear Screws
(12). Install two O-rings (6) on the Activator Piston (10).
(5) Install rod or punch through the Upper Housing (13) ports. Drive Activator Piston (10) through
the Upper Housing (13) until flush with circulation ports. Install shear pins (9) and Cross Lock
Screws (8).


3. Place Top Sub (1) in tool vise and install O-ring (6). Make up Upper Housing Subassembly to the Top
Sub (1). Move tool in vise to Upper Housing (13).
4. Install the O-ring (6) on the Upper Housing (13). Make up Lower Housing (17) to the Upper Housing
(13).
5. Install O-rings (14) on the Extrusion Piston (16).
6. Place Lower Housing (17) in tool vise.
7. Insert top end of ParaBow Refill into the Extrusion Piston (16). Insert the Release Wire (26) (the end
with lock groove) into the Extrusion Piston (16) and lock in place with Set Screw (15).
8. Slide the Shear Sleeve (18) over the Nose Guide (21) and install 4 fiberglass Shear Pins (22) supplied
with the refill. Grease shear pins before installing; this will keep them in place during final assembly.
9. Insert the refill Rod (24A) into the Nose Guide (21) and install Lock Pin (23). Push the ParaBow Refill
carefully into the Lower Housing (17) until the Assembly Strap (25) is flush with the housing.
REMOVE THE ASSEMBLY STRAP and continue to push the ParaBow Refill into the Lower
Housing (17). Make sure the canvas does not hung up or tear when passing the lower circulation ports
and the fiberglass shear pins still in place.
10. Install the Socket Set Screws (19).
11. If well is not clean, pack lower circulation ports with grease and tape closed; a screen can also be used.
12. Tape closed upper circulation ports and install thread protector.
DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Remove Set Screws (19) then pull out the Shear Sleeve (18) and Extrusion Piston (16).
2. Remove Set Screw (15) and Release Wire (26) from the Extrusion Piston (16).
3. Reverse Parabow Extrusion Tool assembly procedures.
ACCESSORIES AND ACTUATING DEVICES

A series of accessories are available for use in conjunction with the Parabow Extrusion Tool. Please check the
actuating device and accessories compatibility table on page 8 before attempting to use any accessory or
actuating device in conjunction with the Parabow Extrusion Tool.


EQUALIZING TOP SUB

Please note that Equalizing Top Sub, part number 61813-1 is obsolete. Only redress parts (items #
2, 3, 4 and 5 can be ordered)
The Equalizing Top Sub allows the work string to be
pulled dry. In case the work string becomes plugged
apply 3500 psi pressure to the tubing; this will shear off
Shear Pins (4) and pump out the two Plugs (5)
establishing circulation between tubing and annulus.
Item Part
Description Qty
No. Number
1 Top Sub 1 62575-1
2 O-Ring #211 2 T46004211
3 O-Ring #111 2 T46004111
Shear Pin
4 2 62582-1
.125x 1.062
5 Plug 2 62576-1
6 Nipple 2 62577-1
Dimension
A 2-7/8” EU 8 RD
B 4.13
C 2.32
D 3.54
E 13.75
F 3.750-08 ACME THD
3-1/2” IF EQUALIZER
The 3-1/2” IF Equalizer allows the work string to be pulled dry. In case the work string becomes plugged apply
4660 psi tubing pressure; this will shear off Shear Pins (5) and shift Sleeve (3).
The Equalizer should be installed in the work string above the Parabow Extrusion Tool.


Product Part Number

3-1/2” IF Equalizer 68125-1
3-1/2” IF Equalizer Redress Kit 71536-1
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Place Top Sub (1) in tool vise.
2. Install O-rings (2) and (4) on the Top Sub (1).
3. Slide Sleeve (3) over the Top Sub (1) and install Shear
Pins (5).
4. Install O-ring (6) and make up Bottom Sub (7) to the Top
Sub (1). Make up torque is 800 ft-lbs.
5. Air test to 70-90 psi for 3 minutes using air test fixture
69304-1; no leakage is permitted.
Item Part
Description Qty
No. Number
1 Top Sub 1 68126-1
2 O-Ring #241 1 46004241
3 Sleeve 1 68127-1
4 O-Ring #240 1 46004240
Steel Shear Screw
5 2 63970
1/4”-20 x 1/2”
6 O-Ring #237 1 46004237
7 Bottom Sub 1 68128-1
Dimension
A 3-1/2” IF API THD
B 4.75
C (Total Area) 3.14 [sq. in.]
D 2.68
E 5.81
F 3.50
G 5.69
H 4.00
J 21.12


4.13 x 2-7/8” ACTUATING DART

A latching dart assembly is available, when the best positive isolation between cement and displacement fluid is
required, or when hole deviation at tool depth is 60° or higher.
When the dart reaches the DB Parabow Extrusion tool, it locks in the Ball Seat (5); reverse circulation is
possible only after the refill is extruded into the well bore.
DIMENSIONAL DATA
Dimension
A 4.38
B 8.88
C 2.00
D 1.25
E 1.34
F 2.75
PART NUMBER LIST
Item Part
Description Qty
No. Number
1 Dart Body 1 68734-1
2 O-Ring #214 1 46004214
3 O-Ring #222 1 46004222
Shear Screw
4 3 350923
1/4-20 x 1/2
5 Latch Ring 1 60866-1
6 Dart Nose 1 68223-1
Product Part Number

4.13 x 2-7/8” Dart 68224-1
PROBLEM DIAGNOSIS
As with other down hole tools, the Parabow Toll may experience problems at some point. Use the following list
to diagnose and eliminate some of the field problems you may encounter.


Symptom Cause Solution

Circulation rate while R.I.H. is too P.O.H. and redress the tool. Decrease circulation
Refill extrudes high. rate while R.I.H.
prematurely.
Wrong shear pins were used. P.O.H. and redress the tool.
No actuating device had been dropped. Launch actuating device.
Refill does not
extrude Break circulation gently and circulate at maximum
Tool jammed with debris.
rate of 5 bpm.
Cannot place P.O.H. and redress the tool. Do not forget to
Refill did not open.
cement plug remove refill assembly strap.


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Subject: ParaBow Balance Plug Cementing Tool

Approval: Doug Lehr Approval Date: August 1998

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