Paper: An Analytical Study of Subsurface Locking Mandrels

Abstract

An Analytical Study of Subsurface Locking Mandrels

Presenters

Kenneth W. Robbins, Otis Engineering Corp

A discussion of the evolution in design, development and application of subsurface locking mandrels is presented. Several major types will be discussed with respect to their merits and limitations. A case history shows the use of the mandrel from completion to gas lift operations.

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