Seal around braided cable
US9291026B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 13, 2012 |
| Grant date | Mar 22, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 13, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B43/128
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A method of deploying a downhole tool into a wellbore includes: lowering a cable into the wellbore; after lowering the cable, engaging a mold with an outer surface of the cable; injecting sealant into the mold and into armor of the cable, thereby sealing a portion of the cable; lowering the downhole tool to a deployment depth using the cable; engaging a seal with the sealed portion of the cable; and operating the downhole tool using the cable.
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