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Wellbore fluid sampler and method

US5058674A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateOct 24, 1990
Grant dateOct 22, 1991
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Expiry dateOct 24, 2010

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B49/082
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A well fluid sampling apparatus provides a time delay after actuation of the tool and before a sample is taken. The tool is operated by well pressure acting on a piston. The piston is initially hydraulically blocked so that it cannot move. The time delay is provided after the piston begins moving. Additional time delay devices can optionally be included.

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