Thru tubing tool and method
US7178589B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 21, 2003 |
| Grant date | Feb 20, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 23, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B23/01
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A downhole tool is disclosed that functions as an expandable anchoring tool, capable of passing through a restricted wellbore diameter while in a collapsed position and thereafter translating to an expanded position for grippingly engaging a larger wellbore diameter. An embodiment of the tool includes a body including a plurality of angled channels formed into a wall of the body and a plurality of moveable slips. The plurality of moveable slips translates along the plurality of angled channels between a collapsed position and an expanded position. The slips may include a plurality of extensions corresponding to and engaging the plurality of channels.
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