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Wellhead cleanup tool

US6401813B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateSep 15, 2000
Grant dateJun 11, 2002
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Expiry dateSep 15, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B41/0078
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A down-hole tool 1 has a body of varying cross-sectional diameter to correspond with a stepped profile of a well bore, such as at the well head. The tool is provided with cleaning members, such as bristles, and fluid circulation paths terminating in radial outlets 11 for cleaning otherwise difficult formations or profiles.

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