Artificial Lift Division Catalog

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Wireline RetrievableGas Lift Valves

AndGas Lift Accessories


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SUPERIOR GBK INJECTIONPRESSURE OPERATED GAS LIFTVALVE

INTRODUCTION

The Superior GBK gas lift valve is a 1OD slickline retrievable, injection pressureoperated valve designed for use in eithercontinuous flow or intermittent gas liftinstallations. The valve is run on a GBKSeries latch in a KB Series style sidepocket mandrel.

FEATURES

Nitrogen charged bellows

Floating seat to promote positive stem/seat

Injection pressure operated

Dual seal nitrogen containment

Special bellows treatment to prolong life

Available in various alloys and elastomers

Integral reverse check

1/8 - 5/16 port sizes

APPLICATION AND OPERATION

The bellows of the GBK gas lift valve isconstructed of three-ply Monel. Duringmanufacture, the bellows is placed in ahydrostatic pressure chamber andsubjected to external pressure. Thisspecial hydraulic forming process seatsall the convolutions of the valve bellowsso that each convolution accepts an equalamount of stress during valve operation.The component parts of the bellowsassembly are unitized by inductionbrazing that enables the nitrogen chargeto be sealed in the bellows without theuse of elastomers. To provide additionalprotection against alteration of the valve


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pressure charge, the tail plug of the GBK valve is fitted with a copper gasket.These two seals offer double protection against fluid leakage into the bellowshousing.

GBK seats are available with 1/8 to 5/16 ports. These sizes enable theoperator to inject gas at rates suited to changing well conditions and operatorneeds. The seats are available in either Monel or tungsten carbide.Before installation, the dome of the GBK gas lift valve is charged with nitrogen toestablish the valve operating pressure. The valve is made up to a Superior GBKSeries top latch. The valve and latch are run by slickline into the pocket of aSuperior KB Series style side pocket mandrel. The two packing sets on the GBKvalve isolate the ports in the mandrel pocket.

In gas lift operations, high-pressure injection gas enters the port in the valve bodyfrom the casing annulus and acts on the bellows. When the combined forceresulting from the injection gas pressure on the bellows area less, the port areaand the production pressure operating over the port area is greater than the forcecaused by the nitrogen charge in the bellows, the bellows is compressed. Thevalve stem tip is lifted off the valve seat, opening the valve. The injection gasflows through the seat and into the production tubing. When the pressure of theinjection gas in the casing annulus at valve depth drops below the valve setpressure, the valve bellows extends downward, causing the ball of the stem tip toseat and closes the valve. An integral check valve in the nose of the GBK gas liftvalve prevents reverse flow through the valve. The check valve seals tightlyagainst a hard/soft seat combination.

The stem tip, seat, and bellows, of the GBK valve are protected from damageduring valve operation by a special silicone fluid dampening feature. The non-compressible silicone fluid that is injected into the valve bellows duringmanufacture prevents vibration and chattering during valve operation. When thevalve is in the closed position the silicone fluid remains in the lower chamber ofthe bellows. As the bellows is compressed to open the valve, the viscoussilicone fluid is forced out of the lower chamber of the bellows, through a boredrilled in the cushion rod, and finally through a metering port installed in theupper end of the cushion rod. The small diameter of the metering port in thecushion rod permits only a gradual passage of the silicone fluid. Therefore, theball of the stem tip can lift off the valve seat only as rapidly as the thick silicone

fluid can pass through the small port. While the valve remains open, the siliconefluid remains in the core of the cushion rod. When the bellows extends to closethe valve, the silicone fluid is drawn back through the port in the cushion rod andfinally into the lower chamber of the bellows adapter.


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Valve Specifications PPEF*

Type Ab(EffectiveBellows

Area (sq.in)

Port

Size

(in)

Ab Area of Port

With Bevel

(sq. in)

Ap/Ab 1-(Ap/Ab)

)A/A(1

A/APPEF

bp

bp

=

StandardMonel

SolidCarbide

StandardMonel

SolidCarbide

StandardMonel

SolidCarbide

StandardMonel

SolidCarbide

GBK 0.31

1/8 0.013 0.021 0.042 0.068 0.958 0.932 0.044 0.073

3/16 0.029 0.037 0.094 0.119 0.906 0.881 0.104 0.135

1/4 0.051 0.058 0.165 0.187 0.835 0.813 0.198 0.230

5/16 0.079 0.097 0.255 0.313 0.745 0.687 0.342 0.456

*PPEF (production pressure effect factor) was formerly referred to as TEF (tubingeffect factor).


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SUPERIOR GR-20 INJECTIONPRESSURE OPERATED GAS LIFTVALVE

INTRODUCTION

The Superior GR-20 gas lift valve is a 1-1/2 OD slickline retrievable valvedesigned for use in either continuous flowor intermittent gas lift installations. Thevalve is run on the appropriate GR serieslatch in an M series style side pocketmandrel.

FEATURES

Nitrogen charged three-ply bellows


alignment

Injection pressure-operated

Dual seal nitrogen containment


Available in stainless steel or high nickel

alloys

Various packing materials


1/8 - 1/2 port sizes


The bellows of the GR-20 gas lift valve isconstructed of three ply Monel. Duringmanufacture, the bellows is placed in ahydrostatic pressure chamber andsubjected to external pressure. Thisspecial hydraulic forming process seatsall the convolutions of the valve bellowsso that each convolution accepts an equalamount of stress during valve operation.The component parts of the bellowsassembly are unitized by induction


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brazing that enables the nitrogen charge to be sealed in the bellows without theuse of elastomers. To provide additional protection against altering the valvecharge, the tail plug of the GR-20 valve is fitted with a copper gasket. These twoseals offer double protection against fluid leakage into the bellows housing.GR-20 seats are available with 3/16 to 1/2 ports. These sizes enable theoperator to inject gas at rates suited to changing well conditions and operatorneeds. The seats are available in either Monel or tungsten carbide.Before installation, the dome of the GR-20 gas lift valve is charged with nitrogento establish the valve operating pressure. The valve is made up to a SuperiorGR series top latch. The valve and latch are run by slickline into the pocket of aSuperior M series style side pocket mandrel. The two packing sets on the GR-20valve isolate the ports in the mandrel pocket.

In gas lift operations, high-pressure injection gas enters the port in the valve bodyfrom the casing annulus and acts on the bellows. When the combined forceresulting from the injection gas pressure on the bellows area less the port areaand the production pressure operating over the port area is greater than the forcecaused by the nitrogen charge in the bellows, the bellows is compressed. Thevalve stem tip is lifted off the valve seat, opening the valve. The injection gasflows through the seat and into the production tubing. When the pressure of theinjection gas in the casing annulus at valve depth drops below the valve setpressure, the valve bellows extends downward, causing the ball of the stem tip toseat and closes the valve. An integral check valve in the nose of the GR-20prevents reverse flow through the valve. The check valve seals tightly against ahard/soft seat combination.

The stem tip, seat, and bellows, of the GR-20 valve are protected from damageduring valve operation by a special silicone fluid dampening feature. The non-compressible silicone fluid that is injected into the valve bellows duringmanufacture prevents vibration and chattering during valve operation. When thevalve is in the closed position the silicone fluid remains in the lower chamber ofthe bellows. As the bellows is compressed to open the valve, the viscoussilicone fluid is forced out of the lower chamber of the bellows, through a boredrilled in the cushion rod, and finally through a metering port installed in theupper end of the cushion rod. The small diameter of the metering port in thecushion rod permits only a gradual passage of the silicone fluid. Therefore, theball of the stem tip can lift off the valve seat only as rapidly as the thick silicone

fluid can pass through the small port. While the valve remains open, the siliconefluid remains in the core of the cushion rod. When the bellows extends to closethe valve, the silicone fluid is drawn back through the port in the cushion rod andfinally into the lower chamber of the bellows adapter.


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Type Ab

(EffectiveBellowsArea)

(sq. in)

PortSize

(in)

Ap: Area of Port withBevel (sq. in)

Ap/Ab 1-(Ap/Ab)

)A/A(1

A/APPEF

bp

bp

=

StandardMonel

SolidCarbide

StandardMonel

SolidCarbide

StandardMonel

SolidCarbide

StandardMonel

SolidCarbide

GR-20 0.77

1/8 0.013 0.021 0.017 0.027 0.983 0.973 0.017 0.028

3/16 0.029 0.037 0.038 0.048 0.962 0.952 0.040 0.050

1/4 0.051 0.058 0.066 0.075 0.934 0.925 0.071 0.081

5/16 0.079 0.097 0.103 0.126 0.897 0.874 0.115 0.144

3/8 0.113 0.129 0.147 0.168 0.853 0.832 0.172 0.202

7/16 0.154 0.166 0.200 0.216 0.800 0.784 0.250 0.276

1/2 0.200 0.230 0.260 0.299 0.740 0.701 0.351 0.427

*PPEF (production pressure effect factor) was formerly referred to as TEF (tubing effect factor).

Monel is a trademark of Inco alloys.


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SUPERIOR GBKRF PRODUCTIONPRESSURE OPERATED GAS LIFTVALVE

INTRODUCTION

The Superior GBKRF Gas Lift Valve is a1" OD slickline retrievable gas lift valve.The GBKRF is production pressureoperated and is used in continuous flowgas lift installations. The production-pressure sensitive GBKRF valve is usedto enhance production by injecting high-pressure gas from the casing/tubingannulus, into the production fluid.

Carefully controlled quantities of gaslighten the fluid column allowing naturalreservoir pressure to push the fluid up thetubing.

FEATURES

Externally adjusted spring

Cross-over seat design


Simple design, modular construction


Unitized bellows nitrogen containment

Port sizes 1/8" - 1/4


The GBKRF is bellows actuated; springloaded, and normally closed. The valve

components are available in eitherstainless steel or nickel alloys forcorrosion resistance in wells with highconcentrations of H2S and/or CO2. The

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Constructed of multi-ply Monel, the bellows of the GBKRF is subjected to aspecial hydraulic forming process to set all the convolutions of the bellows so thateach convolution accepts an equal amount of stress during valve operation.Also, during the manufacturing process, the component parts of the bellowsassembly are unitized by induction brazing which enables the bellows to isolatepressure without the use of elastomers.

The GBKRF floating seat is available with a choice of 1/8" to 1/4 port sizes. Aninternal guide precisely aligns the stem tip with the valve seat during everyoperation of the valve. Before installation, the spring of the GBKRF gas lift valveis adjusted to establish the valves operating pressure. The GBKRF valve isinstalled in the side pocket of a KB series style mandrel either at the surface,before the tubing string is installed in the well or by standard slickline methods ina completed well.

The GBKRF is designed to accept a GBK-2 top latch that locks the valve in themandrel pocket. When the valve has been located in the mandrel pocket, thelatch ring of the GBK-2 engages the latch lug located above the mandrel pocketand secures the valve in the pocket. When set in the mandrel pocket, the twopacking sets on the GBKRF valve seal above and below the casing ports in themandrel pocket. Tubing pressure enters the valve nose, is routed past thevelocity-closed reverse flow check disk and upward through the crossover seat.The GBKRF crossover seat is designed with bypass holes to allow productionpressure to act on the effective area of the valves bellows. When the productionfluid pressure, acting on the effective area of the bellows minus the port area plusthe injection pressure working on the port area overcomes the force produced by

the valves spring, the bellows is expanded. This compresses the spring and thevalve stem tip is lifted off the valve seat, opening the valve. High-pressureinjection gas in the casing annulus enters the valve through the external port inthe seat housing. As the valve is opened, the injection gas flows upward throughthe bore of the seat housing and then travels downward through the holes in thecrossover seat. The injection gas flows downward, past the reverse flow checkdart, out the nose of the valve and into the production tubing. When theproduction pressure at valve depth drops below the valves set pressure, thevalve spring pushes the bellows downward causing the ball of the stem tip toseat and close the valve. The check dart, installed in the valves check body,prevents reverse flow through the valve. The check dart seals against a

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Type Ab

(EffectiveBellowsArea)

(sq. in)

Port

Size

(in)

Ab Area of Port with

Bevel (sq. in)

Ap/Ab 1-(Ap/Ab))A/A(1

A/A

PPEF bp

bp

=

StandardMonel

SolidCarbide

StandardMonel

SolidCarbide

StandardMonel

SolidCarbide

StandardMonel

SolidCarbide

GBKRF 0.31

1/8 N/A 0.021 N/A 0.068 N/A 0.932 N/A 0.073

3/16 N/A 0.037 N/A 0.119 N/A 0.881 N/A 0.135

1/4 N/A 0.058 N/A 0.187 N/A 0.813 N/A 0.230

9/32 N/A 0.083 N/A 0.268 N/A 0.732 N/A 0.366

5/16 N/A 0.097 N/A 0.313 N/A 0.687 N/A 0.456

3/8 N/A 0.129 N/A 0.416 N/A 0.584 N/A 0.712

*PPEF (production pressure effect factor) was formerly referred to as TEF (tubing

effect factor).


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SUPERIOR GBKO-3 GAS LIFT ORIFICEVALVE

INTRODUCTION

The Superior GBKO-3 Orifice Valve is a1" OD slickline retrievable valve designedfor use in continuous flow gas liftinstallations. When installed in a KBseries style mandrel, the GBKO-3 is usedto control the flow of gas from the casingannulus to the tubing. When installed in aKB series style mandrel with the ECfeature for annular lift, the GBKO-3 valvecontrols flow from the tubing to the

casing. The valve consists of two primaryhousing components, a floating seat, acheck dart, a valve nose, and two sets ofexternal packing.

FEATURES


Available in various alloys

Many packing materials available

Wide selection of orifice sizes (1/8 - 5/16)



The integral reverse flow check elementprevents the backflow of gas or wellfluids. The GBKO-3 is available with 1/8"to 5/16" port sizes. This wide selection ofport sizes enables the operator to injectgas at selected volumes and rates of flowto suit changing well conditions andoperator needs.

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concentrations of H2S and/or CO2. The metal used conforms to NACE standard

MR0175 for sulfide stress cracking resistant metallic materials. The simpledesign and modular construction of the valve allows for easy redress and rapid,

low cost repair of valve components. The rugged solid construction and the useof premium materials provide a long service life.

The GBKO-3 orifice valve is used to control the flow of gas from the injectionconduit to the production conduit at valve depth. Before installation in themandrel, the GBKO-3 should be fitted with a floating seat orifice of theappropriate size. The valve, with the GBK-2 top latch, is installed in the pocket ofa Superior KB series style side pocket mandrel. The valve and latch are installedin the pocket of the selected mandrel either at the surface before the tubing stringis run into the well or by standard slickline methods into an already completedwell.

NOTE:If the initial installation includes a hydraulic set packer, the GBKO-3should not be run in the mandrel. A GDK-1 or E dummy should be used to attainthe pressure integrity required to set the packer.

When set in the mandrel pocket, the two packing sets on the valve seal aboveand below the casing ports in the mandrel pocket. In operation, the injection gasenters the valve though the mandrel ports at the midpoint of the valve, travelsthrough the valve port, past the integral check element, out the nose and into theproduction conduit. The volumes, injection cycles and injection pressure throughthe valve are regulated at the surface by an adjustable choke. Reverse flowthrough the valve is prevented by an integral check element.


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SUPERIOR GRDO-5 GAS LIFT ORIFICEVALVE

INTRODUCTION

The Superior GRDO-5 Orifice Valve is a1-1/2 OD slickline retrievable valvedesigned for use in continuous flow gaslift installations. When installed in an Mseries mandrel, the GRDO-5 is used tocontrol the flow of gas from the casingannulus to the tubing. When installed inan M series style mandrel with the ECfeature for annular lift, the GRDO-5 valvecontrols flow from the tubing to the

casing. The valve consists of two primaryhousing components, a floating seat, anintegral reverse flow check element, avalve nose and two sets of externalpacking.

FEATURES


Available in various alloys

Many packing materials available

Wide selection of orifice sizes (3/16 - 3/4)



The integral reverse flow check dartprevents the backflow of gas or wellfluids. GRDO-5 seats are available with3/16 to 3/4 orifice sizes. This wideselection of sizes enables the operator toinject gas at selected volumes and ratesof flow to suit changing well conditionsand operator needs. The GRDO-5 orificevalve is available in stainless steel ornickel alloys for corrosion resistance inwells with high concentrations with high


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concentrations of H2S and/or CO2. The metal used conforms to NACE standard

MR0175 for sulfide stress cracking resistant metallic materials. The simpledesign and modular construction of the valve allows for easy redress and rapid,

low-cost repair of valve components. The rugged, solid construction and the useof premium materials provide a long service life.

The GRDO-5 orifice valve is used to control the flow of gas from the injectionconduit to the production conduit at valve depth. Before installation in themandrel, the GRDO-5 should be fitted with a floating seat of the appropriate portsize. The valve, with the appropriate GR series top latch is installed in the pocketof a Superior M series style side pocket mandrel. The valve and the selectedlatch are installed in the pocket of the selected mandrel either at the surfacebefore the tubing string is run into the well or by slickline methods into an alreadycompleted well.

The GRDO-5 is used in applications where it is necessary to closely control theinjection of gas from the casing into the tubing, or tubing to casing when usedwith an M series style mandrel that has the EC feature. This valve is also usedwhen varying well conditions may dictate a change in choke diameters.

NOTE: if the initial installation includes a hydraulic set packer the GRDO-5should not be run in the mandrel. A GRD dummy should be used to attain thepressure integrity required to set the packer.

When set in the mandrel pocket, the two packing sets on the valve seal aboveand below the casing ports in the mandrel pocket. In operation, the injection gasenters the valve through the mandrel ports at the midpoint of the valve, travelsthrough the valve port, past the check dart, out the nose and into the productionconduit. The volumes, injection cycles, and injection pressures through the valveare regulated at the surface by an adjustable choke. An integral check dartprevents reverse flow through the valve.


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SUPERIOR E DUMMY VALVE

INTRODUCTION

The Superior E dummy valve is a 1" ODslickline retrievable non-equalizingdummy valve designed to be installed in aKB series style side pocket mandrel. Thedummy consists of two packing sectionsinstalled on two pieces of bar stock. Thedummy valve is threaded to accept a GBKseries top latch. The valve is available ineither high-nickel alloys or stainless steelfor corrosion resistance in wells with high

concentrations of H2S and/or CO2.

FEATURES

Rugged, solid construction


alloys

Various packing materials available

Accepts top latch


Packing materials for the E dummy areavailable for standard or high-temperatureservice to suit individual well conditions.The simple design of the dummy valveallows for easy replacement of thepacking and for rapid low-costreplacement of components. The valve'srugged, solid construction and qualitymaterials provide a long service life.

The E dummy valve is a multi-purposetool used to:

Blank off the side pocket mandrel to

allow production by natural flow before

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Blank off the side pocket mandrel to allow pressure to be applied to the tubing

to set a hydraulic-set packer.

Isolate tubing flow from annular flow for test purposes during multi-point

waterflood or gas injection.

The E dummy valve, with a Superior GBK series latch, is installed in a SuperiorKB series style side pocket mandrel. The valve and latch are installed in the sidepocket mandrel either at the surface, before the tubing string is run into the wellor by standard slickline methods into a completed tubing string. The two sets ofpacking on the dummy valve straddle and pack off the casing ports of themandrel. Communication between the tubing and casing is positively isolated.

The E dummy valve is non-equalizing and should only be used when theoperator can equalize the casing and tubing pressures at valve depth beforepulling the dummy valve from the mandrel pocket by standard slickline methods.If differential pressure between the casing and the tubing cannot be equalized, aSuperior equalizing dummy valve should be installed in one mandrel in the stringin place of a non-equalizing dummy valve.


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SUPERIOR GRD DUMMY VALVE

INTRODUCTION

The Superior GRD dummy valve is a 1-1/2" OD slickline retrievable non-equalizing dummy valve designed to beinstalled in an M series style side pocketmandrel. The dummy consists of twopacking sections installed on two piecesof bar stock. The dummy valve isthreaded to accept a GR series top latch.The valve is available in either high-nickelalloys or stainless steel for corrosionresistance in wells with high

concentrations of H2S and/or CO2.

Packing materials for the GRD dummyare available for standard or high-temperature service to suit individual wellconditions. The simple design of thedummy valve allows for easy replacementof the packing and for rapid low-costreplacement of components. The valve'srugged, solid construction and qualitymaterials provide a long service life.

FEATURES

Rugged solid construction


alloys

Various packing materials available

Accepts top latch


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The GRD dummy valve is a multi-purpose tool used to:

Blank off the mandrel pocket to allow production by natural flow before

installing gas lift valves.

Blank off the side pocket mandrel to allow pressure to be applied to the tubing

to set a hydraulic-set packer.

Isolate tubing flow from annular flow for test purposes during multi-point

waterflood or gas injection.

The GRD dummy valve, with a Superior GR series latch, is installed in a Superior

M series style side pocket mandrel. The valve and latch are installed in the sidepocket mandrel either at the surface, before the tubing string is run into the wellor by standard slickline methods into a completed tubing string. The two sets ofpacking on the dummy valve straddle and pack off the casing ports of themandrel. Communication between the tubing and casing is positively isolated.The GRD dummy valve is non-equalizing and should only be used when theoperator can equalize the casing and tubing pressures at valve depth beforepulling the dummy valve from the mandrel pocket by standard slickline methods.If differential pressure between the casing and the tubing cannot be equalized, aSuperior equalizing dummy valve should be installed in one mandrel in the stringin place of a non-equalizing dummy valve.


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SUPERIOR GBK-2 LATCH

INTRODUCTION

The Superior GBK-2 latch is a 1 OD,spring loaded, and ring-style latch thatanchor Superior retrievable gas lift valvesand side pocket accessories in theappropriate Superior KB series stylemandrels.

FEATURES

Compact and simple design latch ring

design

Minimum amount of force to install in

deviated wells

Latch components are made of premium

materials for stress cracking resistance


The GBK-2 latch is installed and removedfrom the side pocket mandrel usingstandard slickline methods. A minimum

amount of force is required to install thelatch. This is particularly important indeviated wells where forceful downward

jarring is not possible.

Latch components are available in eitherstainless steel or nickel alloys forcorrosion resistance in wells with highconcentrations of H2S and/or CO2.

The Superior GBK-2 latch secures 1 OD

gas lift valves, chemical injection valves,and other side pocket devices in KBM,KBMM, KBMG, or KBTG series style sidepocket mandrels.

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selected device and then secured to the JK running tool. The running tool, latch,and side pocket device are attached to the appropriate K series kickover tool innon-orienting mandrels and the TMP-HD, or OK series kickover tool in orientingmandrels and run by slickline to the depth of the selected mandrel.The industry standard GBK-2 latch components include a running head, latchbody with integral fishing neck, latch spring, latch ring, and latch stop. A brassshear pin positioned through the running head shank and latch body maintainsthe latch ring in the locked position until the latch and attachments are removed.


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SUPERIOR GRA LATCH

INTRODUCTION

The Superior GRA latch is a 1-1/2 ODretrievable valve top latch which anchorsSuperior retrievable gas lift valves andside pocket accessories in the appropriateM series style Superior side pocketmandrels with an A-Type pocket. Thislatch is designed with a spring-loadedrotating latch cam.

FEATURES

Rugged field proven design

Cam type latch


alloys


The GRA latch is installed and removedfrom the mandrel pocket using standardslickline methods. A minimum amount offorce is required to install the latch.

The latch components are available ineither stainless steel or nickel alloys forcorrosion resistance in wells with highconcentrations of H2S and/or C02.

The GRA latch secures 1-1/2 OD gas liftvalves and other side pocket devicesmandrel pockets.

Prior to installation, the latch is assembledonto the upper end of the selected deviceand then secured to the GJC-5 runningtool. The running tool, latch and sidepocket device are attached to the R or Lseries kickover tool in non-orientingmandrels and the OM series or TP-HD


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kickover tools in orienting mandrels and run by slickline to the depth of theselected mandrel.

Downward jarring will drive the side pocket device into the mandrel pocket andset the latch. As the latch and device are jarred downward into the pocket, thespring-loaded latch cam rotates into the latch body. This enables the latch camto travel past the narrow bore at the top of the pocket. When the no-go shoulderof the latch contacts the top of the pocket, the latch cam will be located at thelocking recess. The latch cam will snap-outward and engaged the locking recesswhich will secure the latch and the attached device in the pocket.


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SUPERIOR GRK LATCH

INTRODUCTION

The Superior GRK latch is a 1-1/2 OD,spring loaded, and ring-style latch thatanchor Superior retrievable gas lift valvesand side pocket accessories in theappropriate Superior M series stylemandrels.

FEATURES

Compact and simple latch ring design

Minimum amount of force to install in

deviated wells

Latch components are made of premium

materials for stress cracking resistance

Pocket debris barrier


The GRK latch is installed and removedfrom the side pocket mandrel usingstandard slickline methods. A minimum

amount of force is required to install thelatch. This is particularly important indeviated wells where forceful downward

jarring is not possible.

Latch components are available in eitherstainless steel or nickel alloys forcorrosion resistance in wells with highconcentrations of H2S and/or CO2.

The Superior GRK latch secures 1-1/2

OD gas lift valves, chemical injectionvalves, and other side pocket devices inMMM, MMG, MMRG or MTG series styleside pocket mandrels.

Before installation, the GRK latch isthreaded onto the upper end of the


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selected device and then secures to the GRK running tool. The running tool,latch, and side pocket device are attached to the appropriate TP-HD or OMseries kickover tool in orienting mandrels and run by slickline to the depth of theselected mandrel.

The industry standard GRK latch components include a running head, latch bodywith integral fishing neck, latch spring, latch ring, and latch stop. A brass shearpin positioned through the running head shank and latch body maintains the latchring in the locked position until the latch and attachments are removed.


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Conventional Mandrels


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SUPERIOR JR SERIESCONVENTIONAL GAS LIFTMANDRELS

INTRODUCTION

The Superior JR Series Conventional GasLift Mandrels are installed as part of thetubing string and have an exterior portedlug which accepts a 1 OD conventionalsubsurface control device and a reverseflow check valve. All Superior JR seriesmandrels are internally drifted to standarddrifted specifications and hydrostaticallytested to 6,000 psi.

FEATURES

Standard API connections and grades

Robust construction

Accepts standard 1 conventional gas lift

valves and checks


Superior JR mandrels are designed forsingle-string installations and are normallyused injection-pressure operated tubingflow applications.


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Engineering Data for JR Series Conventional Gas Lift Mandrels

Tubing

Size

(in./mm)

Type

Maximum

OD

(in./mm)

ID

(in./mm)

Length

(ft.)

1.315 EUE

33.4JR

2.669

67.8

1.049

26.64

1.660 EUE

42.2

JR3.000

76.2

1.380

35.14

JR Defector Lug3.148

79.9

1.380

35.14

1.990 EUE

48.3

JR3.262

82.9

1.610

40.9

4

JR Deflector Lug3.418

86.8

1.610

40.94

JR-R Deflector Lug3.305

83.9

1.610

40.94

2.063 IJ*

52.4


86.8

1.751

44.54


83.9

1.751

44.54

2.375 EUE

60.3

JR 3.78196.0

1.99550.7

4


99.9

1.995

50.74


103.9

1.995

50.74

2.875 EUE

73.0

JR4.335

110.1

2.441

62.04

JR Deflector4.489

114.0

2.441

62.04

JR5.062

128.6

2.992

75.94

*IJ represents an integral joint thread, an API thread in which the box is integral to the tubing and no coupling isrequired.


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SUPERIOR SR DEFLECTOR LUGCONVENTIONAL GAS LIFT MANDRELS

INTRODUCTION

The Superior SR Deflector LugConventional Gas Lift Mandrels areinstalled as part of the tubing string andhave an exterior ported lug which acceptsa 1-1/2 OD conventional subsurfacecontrol device and a reverse flow checkvalve. All Superior SR series mandrelsare internally drifted to standard driftedspecifications and hydrostatically tested to

6,000 psi.

FEATURES

Standard API connections and grades

Robust construction

Accepts standard 1-1/2 conventional gas

lift valves and checks


Superior SR deflector lug mandrels aredesigned for dual-string installations andare normally used in injection-pressure-operated tubing flow applications. Thesemandrels feature long, tapered, welded-inline with the exterior ported lug to protectthe installed subsurface control deviceand allow the mandrel to easily pass othermandrels during installation in dual-stringapplications.


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Engineering Data for SR Series Conventional Gas Lift Mandrels

Tubing

Size

(in/mm)

Type

Maximum

OD

(in/mm)

ID

(in/mm)

Length

(ft.)

1.900 EUE

48.3SR-R Deflector Lug

4.200

106.7

1.610

40.94

2.375 EUE

60.3

SR4.375

110.1

1.995

50.74

SR Deflector Lug4.531

114.0

1.995

50.74

SR-R Defector Lug 4.719

119.6

1.995

50.74

2.875 EUE

73.0

SR4.929

110.1

2.441

62.04

SR Deflector Lug5.084

114.0

2.441

62.04

SR-R Deflector Lug5.281

119.6

2.441

62.04

3.500 EUE

88.9SR

5.655

143.6

2.992

75.94

4.500 EUE

114.3SR

6.875

174.6

3.958

100.54


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SUPERIOR CONVENTIONAL WASHOVER GAS LIFT MANDRELS

INTRODUCTION

The Superior Conventional Washover Gas Lift

Mandrels are installed as part of the tubing string

and have an exterior ported lug which accepts a 1

OD conventional subsurface control device and a

reverse flow check valve. All Superior Washover

mandrels are internally drifted to standard drifted

specifications and hydrostatically tested to 3,000

psi.

FEATURES

2-3/8 4.7 ppf EUE 8RD connections

Accepts standard 1 conventional gas lift

valves and checks


Superior Washover mandrels are designed for

single-string installations and are normally used

injection-pressure operated tubing flowapplications.

ENGINEERING DATA

MAXIMUM OUTSIDE

DIAMETER (IN)

(RUNNING CLEARANCE)

3.454

OVERALL LENGTH (IN) 36.500

ID FLOW 2.00

WEIGHT (LBS) 32.0 LBS

THREAD 2-3/8 EUE 8RD


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ConventionalGas Lift Valves

AndGas Lift Accessories


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SUPERIOR GJ-20 INJECTIONPRESSURE OPERATED GAS LIFTVALVE

INTRODUCTION

The Superior GJ-20 Gas Lift Valve is a 1-1/2 OD conventional gas lift valvedesigned for use in either continuous flowor intermittent flow gas lift installations.The valve is bellows-operated, nitrogen-charged and normally closed. Thesimplicity of the GJ-20 design assures along operating life.

FEATURES

Conventional type valve

Nitrogen charged bellows



Dual seat nitrogen containment



3/16 1/2 port sizes


The bellows of the GJ-20 Gas Lift Valve isconstructed of three-ply Monel. Duringmanufacture, the bellows is placed in ahydrostatic pressure chamber and

subjected to external pressure. Thisspecial hydraulic forming process seatsall the convolutions of the valve bellowsso that each convolution accepts an equalamount of stress during valve operation.The bellows of the GJ-20 valve canaccept a wide range of internal setpressures to suit individual well


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conditions. During manufacture, the component parts of the GJ-20 bellowsassembly are unitized by a silver soldering process that enables the nitrogenpressure charge to be sealed within the bellows without the use of elastomers.To provide additional protection against alteration of the valve pressure charge,the tail plug of the GJ-20 valve is fitted with both a copper gasket and an o-ring.These two sealing elements offer double protection against fluid leaking into thebellows housing.

The design of the GJ-20 Gas Lift Valve includes a bubble-tight seal between thevalve stem tip and floating seat. GJ-20 seats are available in six port sizes:3/16, 1/4, and 5/16 3/8, 7/16 and 1/2". This selection of port sizes enablesthe operator to inject gas at selected volumes and rates of flow to suit changingwell conditions and operator needs. The seats are available in either Monel ortungsten carbide. All tungsten carbide seats are lapped with the tungstencarbide stem tips as matched pairs to ensure a leak proof seal. An additionalfeature of the GJ-20 valve is an internal stem guide that guides the tungstencarbide ball into precise alignment with the valve seat with every operation of thevalve. The GJ-20 valve is designed so that the valve seat and stem tip can bereplaced without disassembling the entire valve.

VALVE APPLICATION

Prior to installation, the dome of the GJ-20 valve is charged with nitrogen toestablish the valve operating pressure. The valve is then attached either to aSuperior GJ-20 Reverse Flow Check Valve, and installed on one of two Superiorconventional gas lift mandrels, the standard GC or GC Deflector Lug Mandrels.

The operator can assemble the GJ-20 valve, the reverse flow check valve andthe selected mandrel in any one of four completion designs. The GJ-20 valvecan operate either by injection pressure or production pressure and well fluidsmay be produced either through the tubing or the casing.

In the standard completion design, the GJ-20 valve is operated by injectionpressure and well fluids are produced through the tubing. In this design, the GJ-20 Gas Lift Valve and the GJ-20 Reverse Flow Check Valve are installed on theselected mandrel. In operation, the high-pressure injection gas enters the ports inthe valve body from the casing annulus and acts upon the bellows. When thehigh-pressure injection gas overcomes the pre-set nitrogen charge pressure

within the bellows, the bellows is compressed and the valve stem tip is lifted offthe valve seat, opening the valve. The injection gas flows through the bore of theseat, down through the check valve and into the production tubing. If the high-pressure injection gas in the casing annulus at valve depth drops below the valveset pressure, the valve bellows extends downward, causing the ball of the stemtip to seat and close the valve. The GB-1 Reverse Flow Check Valve preventsreverse flow thought the valve. The check elements in the GJ-20 check valveseats tightly against both a soft seat and a metal-to-metal seat.


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Type Ab:EffectiveBellowsArea (sq.

in.)

Port

Size

(in.)

Ap : Area of Port

With Bevel

(sq. in.)

Ap/Ab 1-(Ap/Ab)

)A/A(1

A/APPEF

bp

bp

=

GJ-20 0.77 3/16 0.029 0.038 0.962 0.040

1/4 0.051 0.066 0.934 0.070

5/16 0.079 0.103 0.897 0.115

7/16 0.154 0.200 0.800 0.250

1/2 0.200 0.260 0.740 0.351

*PPEF (production pressure effect factor) was formerly referred to as TEF(tubing effect factor).


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SUPERIOR GJ-40 INJECTIONPRESSURE OPERATED GAS LIFTVALVE

INTRODUCTION

The Superior GJ-40 Gas Lift Valve is a 1OD conventional gas lift valve designedfor use in either continuous flow orintermittent flow gas lift installations. Thevalve is bellows-operated, nitrogen-charged and normally closed. Thesimplicity of the GJ-40 design assures along operating life.

FEATURES

Conventional type valve

Nitrogen-charged bellows



Dual seat nitrogen containment



1/8 3/8 port sizes


The bellows of the GJ-40 Gas Lift Valve isconstructed of three-ply Monel. Duringmanufacture, the bellows is placed in ahydrostatic pressure chamber andsubjected to external pressure. This

special hydraulic forming process seatsall the convolutions of the valve bellowsso that each convolution accepts an equalamount of stress during valve operationThe bellows of the GJ-40 valve canaccept a wide range of internal setpressures to suit individual wellconditions.


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During manufacture, the component parts of the GJ-40 bellows assembly areunitized by a silver soldering process that enables the nitrogen pressure chargeto be sealed within the bellows without the use of elastomers. To provideadditional protection against alteration of the valve pressure charge, the tail plugof the GJ-40 valve is fitted with both a copper gasket and an o-ring. These twosealing elements offer double protection against fluid leaking into the bellowshousing.

The design of the GJ-40 Gas Lift Valve includes a bubble-tight seal between thevalve stem tip and floating seat. GJ-40 seats are available in five port sizes:1/8, 3/16, 1/4, 5/16 and 3/8. This selection of port sizes enables the operatorto inject gas at selected volumes and rates of flow to suit changing wellconditions and operator needs. The seats are available in either Monel ortungsten carbide. All tungsten carbide seats are lapped with the tungstencarbide stem tips as matched pairs to ensure a leak proof seal. An additionalfeature of the GJ-40 valve is an internal stem guide that guides the tungstencarbide ball into precise alignment with the valve seat with every operation of thevalve. The GJ-40 valve is designed so that the valve seat and stem tip can bereplaced without disassembling the entire valve.

VALVE OPERATION

Prior to installation, the dome of the GJ-40 valve is charged with nitrogen toestablish the valve operating pressure. The valve is then attached either to aSuperior GBF or GB-1 Reverse Flow Check Valve, and installed on one of fourSuperior conventional gas lift mandrels. The Superior gas lift mandrels available

for GJ-40 well completion designs are: GJ-40 Mandrel, GJ-40 Pack-off Mandrel,GB Mandrel and GBR Mandrel. The operator can assemble the GJ-40 valve, thereverse flow check valve and the selected mandrel in any one of four completiondesigns. The GJ-40 valve can operate either by injection pressure or productionpressure and well fluids may be produced either through the tubing or the casing.In the standard completion design, the GJ-40 valve is operated by injectionpressure and well fluids are produced through the tubing. In this design, the GJ-40 Gas Lift Valve and the GB-1 Reverse Flow Check Valve are installed on theselected mandrel. The Superior conventional gas lift mandrels which may beused in the standard GJ-40 completion design are the GJ-40 Mandrel, the GJ-40Pack-off Mandrel or the GB Mandrel. In operation, the high-pressure injection

gas enters the ports in the valve body from the casing annulus and acts upon thebellows. When the high-pressure injection gas overcomes the pre-set nitrogencharge pressure within the bellows, the bellows is compressed and the valvestem tip is lifted off the valve seat, opening the valve. This injection gas flowsthrough the bore of the seat, down through the check valve and into theproduction tubing. If the high-pressure injection gas in the casing annulus atvalve depth drops below the valve set pressure, the valve bellows extendsdownward, causing the ball of the stem tip to seat and close the Valve.


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The GB-1 Reverse Flow Check Valve prevents reverse flow through the valve.The check valve seats tightly against both a soft seat and a metal-to-metal seat.


Type Ab

(EffectiveBellows

Area)

(sq. in.)

Port

Size

(in.)

AP: Area of Port

With Bevel

(sq. in.)

Ap/Ab 1-(Ap/Ab)

)A/A(1

A/APPEF

bp

bp

=

Standard

Monel

Solid

Carbide

Standard

Monel

Solid

Carbide

Standard

Monel

Solid

Carbide

Standard

Monel

Solid

Carbide

GJ-40 0.31 1/8 0.013 0.021 0.042 0.068 0.958 0.932 0.044 0.073

3/16 0.029 0.037 0.094 0.119 0.906 0.881 0.104 0.135

1/4 0.051 0.058 0.165 0.187 0.835 0.813 0.198 0.230

5/16 0.079 0.097 0.255 0.313 0.745 0.687 0.342 0.456

3/8 0.113 0.129 0.365 0.416 0.635 0.584 0.575 0.712

*PPEF (production pressure effect factor) was formerly referred to as TEF(tubing effect factor).


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SUPERIOR GJ-40 CONVENTIONALREVERSE FLOW CHECK VALVES

INTRODUCTION

The Superior GJ-40 ConventionalReverse Flow Check Valves are 1velocity check valves used with Superiorconventional gas lift valves that do nothave integral reverse flow check valves.These check valves protect the casingfrom backflow through valves below theworking valve, allow application ofpressure to the tubing for circulation or

acidizing and prevent commingling ofproduction fluids in dual gas liftinstallations.

FEATURES


Includes hard and soft seats

Available in standard or premium materials


Superior reverse flow check valvesrequire flow to close. As the differentialpressure across the valves check dartincreases, the dart contacts the soft seatand then the hard seat to form a seal andclose the check valve.

These valves each have an elastomericsoft seat and stainless steel hard seat.The initial seal is between the valves

stainless steel check dart and the softseat. These check valves can withstand10,000-psi differential pressure and canbe converted from velocity check valvesto positive check valves by the addition ofa spring. The flow area for the 1 OD GB-1 check valve is equivalent to a 5/16 port.


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Engineering Data for GJ-40 Conventional Reverse Flow CheckValves

TypeOD

(in./mm)

Equivalent

Port

Size

(in./mm)

Connecting

Thread

(in. TPI)

Spring

GJ-401.000

25.4

0.3125

7.91/2 - 14 NPT G1081-002


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SUPERIOR

SUPERIOR GJ-20 CONVENTIONALREVERSE FLOW CHECK VALVES

INTRODUCTION

The Superior GJ-20 ConventionalReverse Flow Check Valves are 1-1/2velocity check valves used with Superiorconventional gas lift valves that do nothave integral reverse flow check valves.These check valves protect the casingfrom backflow through valves below theworking valve, allow application of

pressure to the tubing for circulation oracidizing and prevent commingling ofproduction fluids in dual gas liftinstallations.

FEATURES


Includes hard and soft seats

Available in standard or premium materials


Superior reverse flow check valvesrequire flow to close. As the differentialpressure across the valves check dartincreases, the dart contacts the soft seatand then the hard seat to form a seal andclose the check valve.

These valves each have an elastomericsoft seat and stainless steel hard seat.

The initial seal is between the valvesstainless steel check dart and the softseat. These check valves can withstand10,000-psi differential pressure and canbe converted from velocity check valvesto positive check valves by the addition ofa spring. The flow area for the 1-1/2 ODGJ-20 check valve is equivalent to a 9/16 port.


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Engineering Data for GJ-20 Conventional Reverse Flow Check

Valves

TypeOD

(in./mm)

Equivalent

Port

Size

(in./mm)

Connecting

Thread

(in. TPI)

Optional

Spring

GJ-201.500

38.1

0.5625

14.31/2-14 NPT G1612-001


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Plunger Lift Equipment


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Plungers


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SUPERIOR SINGLE PAD PLUNGER

INTRODUCTION

The Superior single pad plunger is designedfor optimum performance in wells with

damaged or defective tubing.

APPLICATION & OPERATION

The spring loaded pads expand andcontract to compensate for anyinconsistencies in the tubing thus creating aconsistent seal against the walls of thetubing and maximizing efficiency. Theplunger has the ability to collapse theoutside diameter so that the plunger canpass through tight spots in the tubing. Inaddition, the plunger can be used withoutbroaching the tubing.

The pads restrict leakage or slippage whichcapitalizes on the wells pressure tomaximize lift efficiency. The pads are madefrom 17-4ph stainless steel. This makes the

Superior Single Pad Plunger more resistantto wear caused by bad or worn productiontubing. The life expectancy of the padsdepends on the number of cycles that theplunger runs.

ENGINEERING DATA

MAXIMUM OUTSIDEDIAMETER (IN)

1.900



PULLING TOOL 2 JDC


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SUPERIOR DUAL PAD PLUNGER

INTRODUCTION

The Superior dual pad plunger is designed foroptimum performance in wells with damagedor defective tubing.


The spring loaded pads expand and contractto compensate for any inconsistencies in thetubing thus creating a consistent seal againstthe walls of the tubing and maximizing

efficiency. The plunger has the ability tocollapse the outside diameter so that theplunger can pass through tight spots in thetubing. In addition, the plunger can be usedwithout broaching the tubing.

The pads restrict leakage or slippage whichcapitalizes on the wells pressure to maximizelift efficiency. The pads are made from 17-4ph

stainless steel. This makes the Superior DualPad Plunger more resistant to wear caused bybad or worn production tubing. The lifeexpectancy of the pads depends on thenumber of cycles that the plunger runs.

ENGINEERING DATA


1.900



PULLING TOOL 2 JDC


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SUPERIOR BRUSH PLUNGER

INTRODUCTION

The Superior dual pad plunger is designed foroptimum performance in wells that produce sand,salt and/or coal fines.


If a well is producing sand, salt and coal fines, abrush plunger provides an effective seal for thesemarginally producing wells.

The brush plunger is covered with a flexible nylonbrush that allows the plunger to travel in the tubingdespite foreign materials. The brush effectivelyremoves sand, salt and coal fines that accumulateon the walls of the tubing. The diameter of thebrush is slightly larger than the plunger body, so itcreates an effective seal by adapting to deviationsin the tubing. The brush design affords heavydurability in harsh well conditions.

The Superior Brush Plunger is designed for optimaloperations in:

Low pressure wells

Wells with tubing irregularities

Wells that produce salt, sand or coal fines

Wells requiring high seal efficiency

.

ENGINEERING DATA


1.900



PULLING TOOL 2 JDC


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SUPERIOR SPIRAL PLUNGER

INTRODUCTION

The Superior spiral plunger is designed for optimumperformance in high GLR wells that make formationsand, frac sand and paraffin.


The spiral plunger is a solid plunger designed andmachined to tolerances of the tubing ID to allow formaximum durability and efficiencies. The spiralplunger is most appropriate for wells that makesolids.

The spiral plunger is available in 2 and 2-1/2 sizes.All spiral plungers are available in 10, 12 and 17lengths. Standard metallurgy is 4140 heat-treated,cold rolled steel it is also available in 17-4ph

stainless steel for wells with harsher environments.

ENGINEERING DATA

MAXIMUMOUTSIDE

DIAMETER (IN)1.900 2.340

OVERALL LENGTH(IN)

10.0, 12.0, 17.0 10.0, 12.0, 17.0

PULLING TOOL 2 JDC 2 JDC


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SUPERIOR SPIRAL PLUNGER WITH RIFLING

INTRODUCTION

The Superior spiral plunger with rifling is designed foroptimum performance in wells with that makeformation sand, frac sand and paraffin.


The spiral plunger is designed with rifling to improvethe gas turbulence and increase sealing efficiencies.The rifling on the upper shoulder and bottomincreases the efficiencies by creating a vortex of gasand fluid, causing the plunger to spin and providebetter sealing and travel velocities.

The spiral plunger with rifling is available in 2 and 2-1/2 sizes. All spiral plungers are available in 10, 12and 17 lengths. Standard metallurgy is 4140 heat-

treated, cold rolled steel it is also available in 17-4ph stainless steel for wells with harsherenvironments.

ENGINEERING DATA

MAXIMUMOUTSIDE

DIAMETER (IN)1.900 2.340

OVERALL LENGTH

(IN)

10.0, 12.0, 17.0 10.0, 12.0, 17.0



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SUPERIOR BYPASS PLUNGER

INTRODUCTION

The Superior bypass plunger is designed tofall in the well against flow at a higher rate

than a conventional plunger.


The bypass plunger bypass lockingmechanism allows the plunger to be lockedin the open or closed position toaccommodate movement. In the lockedopen position, the plunger will fall thru flowprovided by the well and the bypassremains open until the plunger strikes thebottom hole bumper spring. In the closedposition, the plunger return to the surfacewith a full load of fluid and not open until itstrikes the lubricator. The lockingmechanism will prevent premature shiftingof the bypass rod to the other positionduring movement.

ENGINEERING DATA


1.900



PULLING TOOL 2 JDC


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SUPERIOR BOTTOM HOLE BUMPER SPRING

INTRODUCTION

The Superior Bottom Hole Bumper Spring(BHBS) is installed at the bottom of the wellin the tubing and absorbs the impact of theplunger when it hits bottom to preventdamage to the seating nipple and tubing.


The BHBS minimizes downhole restrictionswhich yields increased production. A BHBSis either dropped from the surface orinstalled by wireline. If needed, a ball andseat can be added to retain liquid in thetubing.

The BHBS has evolved from fieldapplication and testing with input fromvarious operators. Because of itsimportance in protecting the well andextending the life of the plunger lift system,the BHBS is designed for maximumdurability and is engineered to actuallyminimize downhole restrictions and sandcutting. The results: increased productionand profits.

Improvements to the spring design andmetallurgy guarantees the longest lifeBHBS available on the market today. The

elimination of the ball in the flow stream hasprovided increased flow area to reducepressure drop thru the seat area while inoperation.


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SUPERIOR BOTTOM HOLE BUMPER SPRING

Standard metallurgy is 4140 heat-treated, cold rolled steel it is also available in17-4ph stainless steel for wells with harsher environments.

The Superior Bottom Hole Bumper Spring can be modified for installation into

wells with:

Wells with a seating nipple and/or plunger lift system

Wells without a seating nipple that require a plunger lift system

Wells with low liquids that require a standing valve to hold liquids in thetubing

Adaptable to various nipple profiles and IDs

ENGINEERING DATA

MAXIMUM OUTSIDE DIAMETER (IN) 1.900



PULLING TOOL 2 JDC


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SUPERIOR STAR STOP

INTRODUCTION

The Superior Star Stop is a cost effectivebottom stop for a plunger lift installation.


The Star Stop is installed in a No-Go nippleand provides a cost effective bottom stop fora plunger lift installation. The stop is made

from 4140 hardened steel and is easy toinstall and remove from the well.

ENGINEERING DATA


1.900



PULLING TOOL 2 JDC


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SUPERIOR STAGE TOOL

INTRODUCTION

The Superior stage tool is a cost effectivesolution to optimize production from deepand/or low GLR wells.


The Superior stage tool is designed to be a low-cost and efficient method of lift to increase andoptimize production form deep and/or low GLRoil and gas wells. The installation utilizes two

plungers one installed below the stage tooland one above it. The stage tool acts as aninterface between the upper and lower plungerlift installation. The stage tool has a standingvalve built into it and it eliminates the fallback offluids, while a corresponding reduction in theflowing bottomhole pressure increases the flowof fluid from the formation.

Primary applications of the Superior stage tool:

Low volume wells that may require longershut-in times to allow for fluid inflow

Wells that do not have sufficient gasproduction to allow a one plunger system tocycle the plunger to the surface

Wells that have a production packer

Older wells that have a single plungersystem that does not cycle to the surface

Low GLR wells

ENGINEERING DATA


1.900 2.340

MINIMUM INSIDEDIAMETER (IN)

0.875 1.500

OVERALL LENGTH (IN) 42.500 45.000



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Lubricators


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SUPERIOR DUAL OUTLET LUBRICATOR LOW PRESSURE

INTRODUCTION

The Superior dual outlet low pressurelubricator is designed to operate in plungerlift wells with working pressures up to 3000psig.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

Dual 2 flow outlets for maximum flowand minimum pressure drops

NPT outlet for needle valveinstallation

Available for 2-3/8 and 2-7/8plunger lift installations with EUE 8rdthreads standard

Trigger style catcher mechanism Stub Acme thread on cap provides

easy access to spring


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SUPERIOR DUAL OUTLET LUBRICATOR HIGH PRESSURE/HEAVY DUTY

W/ BOWEN UNION TOP CONNECTION

INTRODUCTION

The Superior dual outlet highpressure/heavy duty lubricator with BowenUnion top connection is designed to operatein plunger lift wells with working pressuresup to 5000 psig and is tested to 7500 psig.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

Dual 2-1/6 5M RTJ XXM flow outletflanges for maximum flow andminimum pressure drops

NPT outlet for needle valveinstallation

2-1/6 5M RTJ XXM bottom flange for

installation to the tree Available for 2-3/8 and 2-7/8

plunger lift installations with EUE 8rdthreads standard

Trigger style catcher mechanism Stub Acme thread on cap provides

easy access to spring


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Features

Well Automation and

SMARTER Plunger Lift Solution

The Superior Energy solution powered by Flow Data is the intelligent

choice in well automation. Our solution generates a lifetime of

efficiencies and productivity that make it the smarter choice. Our

programmers and engineers with input from end users have

developed a complete Plunger Lift software solution that can be used

in Basic and Expert mode. The software can be customized to meet

the needs of each customer. This customization is possible with the

use of the proven and powerful SCADAPack PLC hardware. Utilizing

reliable open protocol platforms, our solution is highly flexible allowing

for communication with most all field devices on the market. Inaddition, our smarter architecture has no single point of failure we

have built in redundancy.

The Complete Solution

Basic mode for operating wells

Expert Plunger Lift Mode for dynamic well optimization

Full wireless Well Automation, EFM and Plunger Lift for 30+

wells per controller

RapidTrend SCADAlog application for efficient high density

Modbus trending to an SQL database

Owner Add-On Application Capability

Redundant Communications

Standardized Modbus Register Configuration Wizard

Pad Wide - Well Synchronization

Future Proof Programmable Solution

Interface with ClearSCADA, CygNet, Intellution, Wonderware

and other major applications

Pad-Wide Solutions

Intelligent multi-well synchronization

algorithm

Wireless or wired instrumentation

capable

Tank level monitoring: pad-wide

shutdown, daily liquid production, and

well test feature

Pulsed meter liquids measurement

and daily production reports

Braden Head monitoring and shut-in

Dump line Pressure

Local Operator Interface Controls

all wells from one location

Remote and Local acknowledge and

reset

Remote pad shut-in EmergencyShutdown

Pad Manager laptop application:

allows for complete functionality

well-site operations

Pad Manager EZ well configuration

No Programming

High density trending with adjustable

recording frequency

Auto Intermitted Dynamic Features

Emulates plunger control without plunger

hardware

Early startup based on pressures

Extended flow time based on calculated or

fixed critical flow velocity

Minimum Tubing / Static differential flow

permissive

Minimum / Critical flow permissive

Maximum static pressure override with

adjustable reset

Complete Plunger Lift Applicatio

Plunger Safety: Fast and Critical Arriv

Alarm and Shutdown

Proportional auto-adjust optimizer

Dynamic No-show Modifier

Extended After Flow

Dynamic critical flow rate

Static Margin Permissive

Minimum Flow Permissive

Static Pressure Override with auto re

Complete Plunger Cycle History Reco

Early Startup on Tubing and Casing

Adjustable No-show shut-in

Open Conditions

Normal off cycle expires

High Casing Pressure

High Tubing Pressure

High Tubing and Casing Pressure

Tubing Line above set point

Casing Tubing above set point

Close Conditions

Normal after flow cycle expires

Flow rate below critical flow rate

Extended flow cycle below critical f

rate

Tubing Line below set point

Casing Tubing below set point

Line pressure above set point

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Features

Well Automation & Plunger Lift Solution

Non-Custody Transfer

The Superior Energy solution is the cost effective choice in Custody

Transfer well automation. Our solution is the superior choice for low

producing wells that need to operate on manual, intermitter, or plunger

lift. Our Well Services Division has implemented its field knowledge

into a cost effective controller or for legacy systems a retrofit board.

With input from end users, we have developed a complete solution that

accommodates most communication protocols. We utilize open

protocol platforms and have an effective interface for local

configuration and control.

Manual Intermitter Plunger L

Well Optimizatio

Standardized Modbus Registe

Interfaces: ClearSCADA, CygNet, Intellutio

Wonderware and other major application

50 Runs of Plunger Arrival Histo

Laptop Interface with Local Trendin

Auto Intermitted Dynamic Features

Emulates plunger control without plunger hardware

Early startup based on pressures

Extended flow time based on calculated or fixed critical flow velocity

Minimum Tubing / Static differential flow permissive

Minimum / Critical flow permissive

Maximum static pressure override with adjustable reset

Complete Plunger Lift Application

Plunger Safety: Fast & Critical Arrival w/ SD

Proportional auto-adjust optimizer

Dynamic No-show Modifier

Extended After Flow

Dynamic critical flow rate

Static Margin and Min Flow Permissive

Static Pressure Override with auto reset

Fifty (50) Plunger Cycle History Record

Early Startup on Tubing and Casing

Adjustable No-show shut-in

Open Conditions

Normal off cycle expires

High Casing Pressure

High Tubing Pressure

High Tubing and Casing Pressure

Tubing Line above set point

Casing Tubing above set point

Close Conditions

Normal after flow cycle expires

Flow rate below critical flow rate

Extended flow cycle below critical flow rat

Tubing Line below set point

Casing Tubing below set point

Line pressure above set point

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Superior Energy ServicesArtificial Lift Division

Superior Energy Services Artificial Lift Division136 Keating Drive

Belle Chasse, Louisiana 70037U. S. A.

Telephone: (504) 393-1111Fax: (504) 393-1121

Superior Energy Services Gas Lift Division110 Bercegeay Road

Broussard, Louisiana 70518U. S. A.

Telephone: (337) 837-8604Fax: (337) 837-9041

Superior Energy Services Gas Lift Division565 North LHS, Ste F

Lumberton, Texas 77657

U. S. A.Telephone: (409) 751-0900Fax: (409) 751-0901

Superior Energy Services Artificial Lift Division209 Kimberly Drive

Cleburne, Texas 76031U. S. A.

Telephone: (817) 645-5100Fax: (817) 645-6001

Superior Energy Services Artificial Lift Division703 23 & 2/10 Road

Grand Junction, Colorado 81505U. S. A.

Telephone: (970) 263-0400Fax: (970) 263-0411

Superior Energy Services Houston Sales1111 East FM 517Alvin, Texas 77511

U. S. A.Telephone: (281) 288-0992

Fax: (281) 388-0673

Superior Energy Services Corporate Offices

Documents

Artificial Lift Division Catalog