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Protective sheath for high temperature process wells

US4421169A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 3, 1981
Grant dateDec 20, 1983
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Expiry dateDec 3, 2001

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  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B43/103
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

Apparatus and method for maintaining the integrity of a cement sheath surrounding a casing in a hot subteranean zone including a layer of compressible refractory insulation surrounding the casing and at least one cement hanger slidably carried by said casing and means for limiting the movement of the hanger on the casing. The insulation layer mechanically isolates the sheath from thermal expansion of the casing and the slidable cement hanger likewise allows limited axial motion of the casing relative to the sheath without inducing tensile loads.

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