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Revision History
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Management; deleted obsolete services and added new services; incorporated
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Minor corrections made throughout document.
Introduction
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Introduction
Efficiency
Baker Atlas people are committed to providing
superior and efficient service through the complete
job cycle. Our goal is to offer flawless wellsite
execution driven by personnel, enhanced by reliable
instrumentation, efficient conveyance methods and
flexible instrument combinations.
Data Accuracy
Baker Atlas recognizes that data accuracy is fundamental
and achieves this through aggressive technology
development. Proactive research and development
programs develop new logging instrumentation and
advance the logging interpretation sciences.
People-oriented Service
We believe in maintaining a close working relationship
with our clients to understand reservoir development
needs. When the data acquisition is complete, our
focus is on delivering maximum value from that data.
In a continuous effort to assist oil and gas companies
in cost-effective exploration and production, Baker
Atlas operates a state-of-the-art research and manufacturing facility. The Houston Technology Center is
co-located with Baker Atlas global headquarters in
Houston, Texas.
Our business centers on assisting our customers to be
successful in discovering, quantifying and producing
hydrocarbon reserves that represent the companies
present and future. Technology is designed to create
client value through improved reservoir description,
efficient reservoir development and the reduction of
risk through timely and accurate data quality.
Health, safety and environmental issues are given
the highest priority in Baker Atlas logging operations.
Comprehensive training programs educate field crews
in safety procedures and the safe handling of
hazardous materials.
Every day in oil fields around the world, Baker Atlas
field service personnel, engineers and geoscientists are
applying leading technology to help find, develop and
produce oil and gas. Baker Atlas shares our customers
goal: to understand the reservoir and achieve ultimate
recovery at the lowest overall cost.
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3. Geophysical Services
Borehole Seismic Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Velocity Survey (Checkshot) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Zero Offset Vertical Seismic Profile (ZVSP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Surface Seismic AVO Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Walkaway VSP, 3-D VSP
2-D and 3-D Imaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Hydraulic-Fracture Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Downhole Seismic Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Downhole Instrumentation
Downhole Receiver Array Geochain (GCN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Digital Multi-level Downhole Seismic Array (GWV) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Multi-level Slimhole Receiver (MSR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
PipeSeis (PSR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Buried Gun Array . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Surface Instrumentation
Seismic Logging Systems (SLS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13
Integrated Borehole Seismic Navigation System (TASMAN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Energy Sources and Energy Source Controllers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
VSFusion Borehole Seismic Processing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
2-D Imaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
3-D Migration; 3-C, 3-D Migration; 4-C Processing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
3-D VSP Processing, Interpretation and Integration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Q-Compensating Surface Seismic Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19
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Baker Atlas
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Resistivity Logging
Nuclear Logging
Acoustic Logging
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
High-Efficiency Logging
Geological Services
Resistivity Logging
Resistivity and depth were the first logging measurements ever recorded, and resistivity or its reciprocal,
conductivity, is virtually always recorded as part of openhole logging operations. Present-day technology
combines other measurements such as neutron, density, acoustic, and magnetic resonance imaging to quantify
effective porosity, saturations and permeability. Hydrocarbon evaluation has evolved to logging in more
complex environments, and as oil fields age around the world, more sophisticated equipment is required to
extract hydrocarbons more efficiently and economically. This new marketplace demands an instrument that
can look ever deeper into the formation and resolve increasingly thinner structures. Baker Atlas meets this
need using the High-Definition Induction Log (HDILSM) service along with the powerful computational
capabilities of the ECLIPSSM surface acquisition system. This flexible induction device is designed to
accommodate a wide range of subsurface combination options with other tools.
In addition to conventional openhole formation evaluation measurements, we now offer state-of-the-art
anisotropic evaluation services. The 3D Explorer (3DEX EliteSM) Induction Logging Service is a unique
formation evaluation instrument designed to efficiently and economically identify and quantify hydrocarbons
in thinly bedded low-resistivity pay zones. The 3DEX instruments unique multi-component resistivity
measurement determines Rh and Rv to identify and quantify hydrocarbon volume in anisotropic formations.
More in-depth information for each service is available in Baker Atlas brochures.
Please contact your local customer service representative, or log on to www.bakeratlasdirect.com for more
information and a complete list of Baker Atlas services.
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Baker Atlas
Operation
The HDIL subsurface instrument is a multi-receiver,
multi-frequency induction device. Multiple receivers provide
formation resistivities at six depths of investigation, ranging
from 10 to 120 inches (0.25 to 3 m). The longer receiver coil
spacings enable the estimation of Rt, even in the presence of
deep invasion; the shorter spacings provide the information
to correct for borehole and near-borehole effects.
Hydrocarbon evaluation in complex environments requires
technologies that can look deeper into the formation and
resolve thinner structures. In thinly bedded hydrocarbonbearing reservoirs and in the presence of deep drilling fluid
invasion, HDIL measurements provide more accurate
formation resistivity data than conventional induction systems.
Using the HDIL service in these conditions results in better
reservoir description, more accurate water saturation (Sw)
determination and a detailed evaluation of the drilling fluid
invasion profile.
Highlights
Benefits
More accurate formation resistivity, water saturation and
reserves estimates
Improved evaluation in deeply invaded formations
Baker Atlas
Specification
27.1 ft
8.27 m
3.63 in.
92.1 mm
20,000 psi
137.9 MPa
Temperature rating
350 F
177 C
Weight
433 lb
196 kg
1-3
Operation
XX00
Highlights
Determine formation resistivity in saline mud
systems and high formation resistivities
Qualitative permeability indicator
Formation evaluation, including hydrocarbon/
water contacts
Benefits
Estimate of hydrocarbon saturation via measurement of formation resistivity and invasion profile
in the presence of saline drilling fluids
Estimate of movable hydrocarbons in the presence
of saline drilling fluids
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Specification
18.80 ft
5.73 m
3.63 in.
91.2 mm
20,000 psi
137.9 MPa
Temperature
350 F
177 C
Weight
278 lb
126.1 kg
Baker Atlas
Operation
New petrophysical models have been developed
that allow for the application of horizontal
and vertical resistivity in a true reservoir
description model that accurately determines
the hydrocarbon saturation of thin-bedded
laminar sands and better productivity estimates.
Benefits
More accurate formation
resistivity, water saturation and
reserves estimates in thinly
laminated reservoirs
Better resistivity estimates in
highly deviated wells
Baker Atlas
Highlights
Determine accurate Sw in thinly bedded sand shale sequences
Determine resistivity anisotropy, formation dip and azimuth
Specification
Length
37.8 ft
11.5 m
Diameter
3.63 in.
92.1 mm
20,000 psi
137.9 MPa
Pressure Rating
Temperature
350 F
177 C
Weight
580 lb
264 kg
Note:
High-pressure
equipment
available on
request
1-5
Operation
The Micro Laterolog is typically run in situations
where the drilling fluid is saline and formation resistivity is high. A one-arm caliper is an intergal part of
the tool and provides a continuous caliper curve. The
Micro Laterolog can also be run when fresh drilling
muds are used, but corrections become large when
mudcake thickness exceeds 1/4 inch (6.4 mm).
Micro Laterolog run in combination with Dual Laterolog
Highlights
Determine flushed zone resistivity
Benefits
Movable hydrocarbon indication in salt muds
Specification
15.0 ft
4.58 m
4.75 in.
120.7 mm
20,000 psi
137.9 MPa
Temperature
350 F
177 C
Weight
340 lb
154.2 kg
1-6
Baker Atlas
Operation
The 2-inch Normal Resistivity measures up to 4 inches
(101.6 mm) out from the pad face, whereas the 1-inch
Lateral Resistivity measurement has a depth of investigation
of approximately 1.5 inches (38.1 mm). Thus in usual freshmud situations, the RNML curve, reading through the
mudcake to the formation with drilling fluid, reads higher
than the mudcake reading RLML curve, indicating mudcake
and permeability. In impermeable formations the curves
should overlay and can even exhibit a negative separation.
Under favorable conditions, the Minilog can also measure
the Flushed Zone Resistivity quantitatively. Like the Micro
Laterolog, the Minilog includes a one-arm caliper pad device.
Highlights
Identify zones with developed mudcake
Determine flushed zone resistivity
Benefits
Permeability indication in fresh mud systems
for completion designs
Movable hydrocarbon indication for completion decisions
Specification
Length
12.10 ft
3.7 m
Diameter
6.50 in.
165.1 mm
Pressure Rating
20,000 psi
137.9 MPa
Temperature
350 F
177 C
Weight
278 lb
126.1 kg
Baker Atlas
1-7
Nuclear Logging
Reliable economic evaluation of a reservoir requires reasonable knowledge of certain fundamental reservoir
properties. Although rock recovered by coring methods is the cornerstone of formation evaluation, wireline
data are more universally available for determining the fundamental reservoir properties.
Logging devices that measure density characteristics of the rocks traversed with the instrument are very
important to openhole log analysis. Baker Atlas nuclear tools provide an array of accurate formation porosity
and lithology information. Baker Atlas nuclear tools acquire neutron porosity, natural gamma ray spectrometry,
density porosity and photoelectric effect measurements along with basic gamma ray measurements. The
combination of these measurements can simplify porosity and lithology evaluation in difficult reservoirs.
Of all the log measurements that are sensitive to porosity in rock, the density measurement is the most
important because it provides a bulk density (rhob) value that is most sensitive to effective formation porosity.
The photoelectric absorption index (Pe) of the Compensated Z-DensilogSM service is particularly useful in
determining formation lithology. The principal use of neutron logs is to identify porous rock and determine
an apparent porosity. If the formation is shale-free, the pores filled with liquid, and the matrix lithology
known, the neutron log can be used to determine the porosity. Comparing the neutron log data to other log
data often resolves the presence of gas, volume of shale and matrix type.
More in-depth information for each service is available in Baker Atlas brochures. Please contact your local
customer service representative, or log on to www.bakeratlasdirect.com for more information and a complete
list of Baker Atlas services.
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Baker Atlas
X000
Operation
X000
Highlights
Accurate determination of formation porosity and lithology
Accurate determination of formation minerals
Accurate determination of gas zones
Accurate determination of fluid properties
Benefits
Porosity evaluation even in the presence of
complex mineralogy
Complex mineralogy evaluation
Determine gas/water contacts for completion designs
Specification
11.3 ft
3.43 m
4.88 in.
123.8 mm
20,000 psi
137.9 MPa
Temperature
350 F
177 C
Weight
365 lb
165.6 kg
Baker Atlas
1-9
Operation
The Compensated Neutron instrument utilizes a source
and two detectors. The surface computer calculates the
apparent porosity using the ratio of the count rates from
the two detectors.
The Compensated Neutron has fewer borehole effects than
other types of neutron logs. This instrument design is useful
in rough or washed-out boreholes.
Neutron tools respond to the amount of hydrogen per unit
volume of formation or hydrogen index. Gas and some oils
have a much lower hydrogen index than water, and the tool
responds to the reduced hydrogen content by indicating a
lower apparent porosity. In gas zones, the apparent porosity
will read lower than in water zones of the same porosity to
produce a gas effect on the logs.
Highlights
Porosity analysis
Locate gas (when combined with Compensated Densilog
and/or Acoustilog)
Identify lithology when used with other porosity devices
Benefits
Determine gas/water contacts
Input as shale indicator provides for accurate computed
log analysis for completion decisions
Specification
7.6 ft
3.31 m
3.63 in.
92.1 mm
20,000 psi
137.9 MPa
Temperature
350 F
177 C
Weight
150 lb
68.0 kg
Baker Atlas
X000
Operation
X000
Highlights
Make depth correlations with other logs
Determine formation profiles
Estimate shale content in reservoir rocks
Delineate stratigraphic boundaries for several
production logs
Benefits
Lithology correlation between wells
Estimation of shale content for advanced log analysis
Qualitative permeability indicator for completion decisions
Specification
4.75 ft
1.45 m
3.375 in.
85.7 mm
20,000 psi
137.9 MPa
Temperature
350 F
177 C
Weight
110 lb
50.0 kg
Baker Atlas
Operation
X000
Highlights
Lithology identification and correlation between wells
Determination of clay type and clay content
Locating uranium by-product buildup in a cased wells
Identify depleted zones and water encroachment
Identifying potential fracture zones
Benefits
Make completion decisions based on fractures, high permeability zones; avoid depleted zones or water contacts
Accurate shale volume for advanced log analysis input
Specification
Length
7.31 ft
2.23 m
Diameter
3.63 in.
92.1 mm
20,000 psi
137.9 MPa
Pressure Rating
Temperature
350 F
177 C
Weight
142 lb
64.5 kg
Baker Atlas
Acoustic Logging
Many earth science disciplines benefit from information derived from acoustic logging data. Digital acoustic
measurements provided by Baker Atlas services play an important role in a variety of petroleum exploration and
production applications. Full-wave, monopole and dipole acoustic data is used in petrophysical, geophysical,
geological, drilling, geomechanical, reservoir engineering and production applications.
The industry-leading Baker Atlas digital acoustic logging services provide quality compresssional and shear wave
data including data from unconsolidated, low-velocity formations. A Best-in-Class Stoneley wave data is also
available. These systems provide improved reservoir characterization and petrophysical property determination
to maximize well and reservoir productivity.
More in-depth information for each service is available in the Baker Atlas document, Acoustic Logging
Applications supplementary guide. Please contact your local customer service representative, or log on to
www.bakeratlasdirect.com for more information and a complete list of Baker Atlas services.
More in-depth information for each application is available in the following Baker Atlas brochures.
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19500
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Elite
200
Amplitude
900
5
XMAC
Shear Slowness
+800 sec/ft
200
400
600
800
Frequency (Hz)
1000
Operation
Caliper 22"
Highlights
Benefits
Rig time savings through single-pass
data acquisition at 30 fpm (9.1 mpm)
Superior quality shear and
compressional measurements for
accurate seismic tie-in and rock
property information
Porosity determination, permeability
indexing, hi-res processing
Anisotropy analysis for FRAC
design, geomechanics
Specification
36.0 ft
11.0 m
3.88 in.
98.6 mm
20,000 psi
137.9 MPa
Temperature
350 F
177 C
Weight
636 lb
288.5 kg
Baker Atlas
Operation
The instrument efficiently and accurately records
compressional travel times using an array of four
downhole receivers and two low-frequency transmitters.
The waveform correlation is insensitive to cycle skipping, making it particularly effective in gas-saturated
formations, rugose wellbores and borehole washouts.
The instrument also provides through-casing logging
and cement bond evaluation.
Efficient acquisition of compressional arrival time
(delta t) in a wide range of borehole environments.
VDL (MICS)
Free Pipe
Highlights
Accurate and efficient wellsite determination of
compressional travel time (delta t)
Through-casing acoustic logging
Qualitative cement bond evaluation
Identify lithology and gas zones
Benefits
Top of Cement
Partial Bonding
Fast
Formation
Specification
Length
20.6 ft
6.3 m
Diameter
3.38 in.
85.7 mm
Pressure Rating
20,000 psi
137.9 MPa
Temperature
350 F
177 C
Weight
336 lb
152.4 kg
Baker Atlas
The MR ExplorerSM (MREXSM) service, the latest-generation magnetic resonance openhole wireline logging
tool, delivers the benefits of previous nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) systems while acquiring data more
quickly and providing high-quality results in almost any borehole environment. The answers provided by the
MREX service reduce uncertainty when evaluating reservoirs and identify hydrocarbon-bearing intervals for
maximizing recovery.
A pioneer in NMR logging, Baker Atlas provides more than a decade of data acquisition and interpretation
expertise on every NMR logging job. This experience was leveraged to develop the proprietary technology
known as the MR Explorer (MREX) to deliver best-in-class NMR answers. The strengths of previous NMR
logging technologies have been combined with new features to improve performance in the downhole
environment by increasing acquisition efficiency and enhancing data quality.
More in-depth information for each application is available in the Baker Atlas MREX brochure. Please contact
your local customer service representative, or log on to www.bakeratlasdirect.com for more information and a
complete list of Baker Atlas services.
Objectives
Deliverables*
PoroPerm
Porosity
Permeability
Porosity
Permeability
Characterize and quantify oil in pore spaces
PoroPerm + Gas**
Porosity
Permeability
Characterize and quantify gas and
light hydrocarbons in pore spaces
Porosity
Permeability
Characterize and quantify heavy
oil in pore spaces
FAST BW
*Definitions
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CBW
BVI
BVM
kNMR
kBW
** Consult your Baker Atlas representative for the optimal OOA for characterizing both oil and gas within the reservoir.
Baker Atlas
Operation
The side-looking antenna enables the same 5-in. (12-cm) OD
tool to be used in all hole sizes larger than 5 7/8 in. (149 mm)
Unlike previous generation MR tools, there are no logging
speed reductions in either large or small boreholes with the
MREX service. The instrument runs eccentered in the wellbore, and therefore, is well-suited for logging deviated wells.
The MREX tools 2.2-in. (5.6-cm) minimum depth of
investigation is deep enough to provide valid NMR data in
rugose boreholes and in the presence of mudcake. Multiple
frequency operation supports multiple NMR data acquisitions
simultaneously during a single logging pass.
Highlights
A side-looking antenna and a gradient magnetic field
yield clear readings regardless of mud conductivity, hole
size or inclination
Multiple-frequency operation supports multiple,
simultaneous NMR experiments
New NMR acquisition techniques improve NMR data
accuracy and provide superior hydrocarbon typing and
fluids analysis
Objective Oriented Acquisition (OOA) simplifies
planning and execution of MREX logging jobs
Can conduct multiple NMR data acquisitions in a
single run
MREX Sensitive
Volumes
MREX
8"
Borehole
Benefits
12"
Borehole
Formation
2.4"
2.0"
4.4"
Specifications
Description
Length
Diameter
Pressure Rating
Baker Atlas
Specification
24.42 ft
7.4 m
5 in.
127 mm
20,000 psi
137.9 MPa
Temperature
347 F
175 C
Weight
622 lb
291 kg
High-Efficiency Logging
The economic pressures of todays drilling environment require a new approach to wireline
formation evaluation that:
Reduces total job cost by minimizing rig time
Maintains the highest standard in data accuracy
Baker Atlas developed and built the FOCUS logging system for wells where rig time for logging is
a major concern, and where evaluation and analysis needs can be met using the new suite of highefficiency logging tools. FOCUS is the latest in high-efficiency, premium openhole logging systems.
All of the downhole instruments have been redesigned, incorporating advanced downhole sensor
technology into shorter, lighter and more-reliable logging instruments capable of providing formation
evaluation measurements with the same precision and accuracy as the industrys highest-quality
sensors at much higher logging speeds. Logging speeds are up to twice the speed of conventional
triple-combo and quad-combo logging tool strings. The logging system consists of the four standard
major openhole measurements (resistivity, density, neutron, acoustic) plus auxiliary services.
More in-depth information for each application is available in the Baker Atlas FOCUS brochure.
Please contact your local customer service representative, or log on to www.bakeratlasdirect.com for
more information and a complete list of Baker Atlas services.
Baker Atlas
Operation
The FOCUS HDIL instrument is a multi-receiver,
multi-frequency induction device. Multiple receivers
provide formation resistivity information at several depths
of investigation.
Highlights
X200
Benefits
Latest technology ensures highest accuracy
Significant rig time savings over older logging systems
Specifications
Description
Length
Diameter
Pressure Rating
Specification
13.3 ft
4.1 m
3.13 in.
79.5 mm
10,000 psi
69.0 MPa
X600
Temperature
260 F
127 C
Weight
115 lb
52.2 kg
Baker Atlas
X200
Operation
X300
Highlights
X600
Benefits
Latest technology ensures highest accuracy
Significant rig time savings over older logging systems
Specifications
Description
Length
Diameter
Pressure Rating
Specification
8.1 ft
2.5 m
3.13 in.
79.5 mm
10,000 psi
69.0 MPa
Temperature
260 F
127 C
Weight
95 lb
43.1 kg
Baker Atlas
X200
Operation
The FOCUS Compensated Z-Densilog instrument possesses
features that enhance quality including scintillation detectors,
256-channel spectrum recording, real-time compensation for
temperature and bulk-density changes.
Highlights
X300
Benefits
Accurate measurements reduce uncertainty in
formation evaluation
Reduced cost of operations achieved by shorter tools and
faster logging speeds
Specifications
Description
Length
Diameter
Pressure Rating
X100
Baker Atlas
Specification
9.6 ft
2.9 m
3.75 in.
95.3 mm
10,000 psi
69.0 MPa
Temperature
260 F
127 C
Weight
200 lb
90.7 kg
Operation
The FOCUS Compensated Neutron instrument utilizes
a source and two detectors to help identify porous
formations and estimate porosity.
Highlights
X300
Benefits
Latest technology ensures highest accuracy
Significant rig time savings over older logging systems
Short, lightweight logging instruments save rig time
by reducing the rathole needed for logging
Specifications
Description
Length
Diameter
X100
Pressure Rating
Specification
4.8 ft
1.5 m
3.13 in.
79.5 mm
10,000 psi
69.0 MPa
Temperature
260 F
127 C
Weight
65 lb
29.5 kg
Baker Atlas
Operation
Premium sensors are designed to log at high logging speeds
(60 ft/min, 18 m/min) without reducing accuracy or precision.
X200
Highlights
X300
Benefits
Latest technology ensures highest accuracy
Significant rig time savings over older logging systems
Short, lightweight logging instruments save rig time by
reducing the rathole needed for logging
Specifications
Description
Length
Diameter
Pressure Rating
Specification
8.0 ft
2.4 m
3.13 in.
79.5 mm
10,000 psi
69.0 MPa
Temperature
260 F
127 C
Weight
95 lb
43.1 kg
X000
Baker Atlas
Geological Services
Borehole images and high-resolution formation dip data describe the structural framework, fracture patterns,
sedimentary features and in-situ stress orientation of the formation. Borehole images and resistivity anisotropy
measurements provide valuable information to design completion and perforation strategies. These measurements
are used as an aid in conventional core description and orientation, as well as for selecting intervals for formation
testing, sampling and perforating.
For thinly laminated sequences, borehole images and resistivity, anisotropy measurements are the only practical
method of determining net-pay thickness in the absence of conventional cores. In addition, these services are
used for the identification of bioturbated zones, overturned, slumped, and contorted beds all potential
impediments to production. When combined, the horizontal and vertical resistivities from the 3DEXSM service
and the high-resolution borehole images from the STAR ImagerSM or the EARTH ImagerSM services can
significantly improve the petrophysical evaluation of thinly bedded sand-shale sequences.
More in-depth information for each service is available in the Baker Atlas Borehole Imaging Services and
Applications manual and the HDIPSM brochure. Please contact your local customer service representative, or log
on to www.bakeratlasdirect.com for more information and a complete list of Baker Atlas services.
Technology
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EARTH Imager
Digital Circumferential Borehole Imaging Log
Hexagonal Diplog
Well Geometry Instrument
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Baker Atlas
Operation
The STAR Imager tool
STAR Imager
(Static)
0
degrees
STAR Imager
(Dynamic)
360
degrees
360
Highlights
Structural analysis including structural dip analysis, fault
and fold analysis and unconformity recognition
Fracture evaluation
Sedimentological analysis including description of facies
and facies sequences, determination of paleotransport
direction, analysis of reservoir geometry and characterization of depositional environment
Net-to-gross analysis
Used with 3DEXSM service for quantitative thin-bed analysis
Allows for determining reservoir permeability trends
3 ft
Benefits
Optimizes development well placement and hydrocarbon
depletion efficiency
Helps differentiate open from closed fractures for
production analysis
Specifications
Description
Length
Diameter
Pressure Rating
Temperature
Weight
Baker Atlas
Specification
30.7 ft
9.7 m
5.25 in.
133 mm
20,000 psi
138 MPa
350 F
177 C
680.9 lb
310 kg
Operation
EARTH Imager
Static Normalization
0
degrees
EARTH Imager
Dynamic Normalization
360
degrees
360
Highlights
Structural analysis including structural dip analysis, fault
and fold analysis, and unconformity recognition
Fracture evaluation
Sedimentological analysis including description of
facies, determination of paleotransport direction and
characterization of depositional environment
Net-to-gross analysis
Used with 3DEXSM service for quantitative
thin-bed analysis
Allows for determining reservoir permeability trends
Benefits
The EARTH Imager service provides highresolution borehole images in wells drilled
with oil-based mud.
Specifications
Description
Length
30.7 ft
9.7 m
Diameter
5.25 in.
133 mm
20,000 psi
25,000 psi
138 MPa
172 MPa
350 F
177 C
680.9 lb
310 kg
Pressure Rating
Temperature
Weight
1-26 Formation Evaluation: Geological Services
Specification
Baker Atlas
Operation
CBIL
(Static)
0
degrees
CBIL
(Static)
360
degrees
360
Highlights
Benefits
Determine optimum kick-off direction for
horizontal drilling
Plan well-site positioning for production optimization
Structural dip analysis improves inter-well correlation and
refines structural interpretation
Specifications
Description
Length
15.5 ft
4.71 m
Diameter
3.63 in.
92 mm
Pressure Rating
Baker Atlas
Specification
20,000 psi
137 MPa
Temperature
400 F
204 C
Weight
270 lb
122.7 kg
Operation
A tri-axial accelerometer and three magnetometers
are employed to determine borehole drift and azimuth
and correct for velocity fluctuations of the instrument.
Accurate borehole geometry and wellbore volumes
are determined from the six independent caliper
measurements.
This instrument can host measuring pads suitable for
water-based mud or oil-based mud systems.
Highlights
Geological structural and stratigraphic
dip evaluation
Detailed geologic evaluation across target reservoirs
Improved dip data acquisition in highly deviated
and horizontal wells (using an innovative
powered standoff)
Determination of sand/shale distribution in thinly
bedded sediments
Six-point evaluation of borehole size, geometry and
integrated borehole volume
Fracture identification
Directional surveys
Benefits
Determine offset locations based on structural dip
Map field perimeters and bed thicknesses for
accurate reserve calculations
Specification
18.23 ft
5.56 m
5.00 in.
127.0 mm
20,000 psi
137.9 MPa
Temperature
350 F
177 C
Weight
334 lb
151.5 kg
Baker Atlas
Operation
Features
Can acquire data in both upward and downward directions
The small contact area of the caliper measuring tips
allows high-resolution measurements
Can be run simultaneously with an orientation instrument
at all sample rates
Combinable with all other openhole instruments in any
string configuration
Brings significantly improved vertical and azimuthal
resolution when compared to other caliper devices
Benefits
When logged as part of the first openhole string, the WGI
measurement service provides an early insight into the
hole quality for wellsite completion decisions
Fully oriented hole geometry profiles can be generated at
the wellsite to determine testing and sampling feasibility
Provides accurate environmental corrections for
petrophysical services reducing uncertainty in
formation evaluation
Specifications
Description
Length
Diameter
Example of a field presentation of a 3-D-borehole
profile acquired while running in hole using a
WGI caliper in combination with the Baker Atlas
Reservoir Characterization InstrumentSM
(RCISM) service.
Specification
7.5 ft
2.31 m
3.625 in.
92.1 mm
20,000 psi
137.9 MPa
Temperature
350 F
177 C
Weight
115 lb
52 kg
Pressure Rating
Baker Atlas
1-30
Baker Atlas
II
Reservoir Characterization Instrument
Rotary Sidewall Coring Tool
Sidewall Corgun
For efficient completion design, gas-, oil-, and water-bearing zones must be identified and characterized along
with fluid contacts and hydrocarbon types. The Reservoir Characterization InstrumentSM (RCISM) service defines
the reservoir pressure profile and obtains samples of the reservoir fluid, both key elements of the completion
perforating design. The RCI services expanded offerings include SampleViewSM IC service, Single-phase Tanks
(SPT) and Straddle PackerSM module. The RCI service provides this information in real time, crucial in the
decision-making process.
Laboratory testing of sidewall cores provides valuable rock characteristics used in the course of evaluating
a formation. Information gathered from sidewall cores can be used throughout the life of a reservoir, from
determining sensitivities to formation damage during drilling, to maximizing hydrocarbon production.
Baker Atlas offers two sidewall coring services: the Rotary Sidewall Coring ServiceSM (RCORSM) service and the
Sidewall CorgunSM tool. The RCOR service is a computer-controlled and hydraulically powered wireline coring
device for cutting and retrieving multiple sidewall core samples. The Corgun tool is a ballistically operated
sidewall coring system. The samples obtained help oil and gas producers better evaluate their reservoirs.
More in-depth information for each service is available in the Baker Atlas RCI RESolution and RCOR
brochures. Please contact your local customer service representative, or log on to www.bakerhughesdirect.com
for more information and a complete list of Baker Atlas services.
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Baker Atlas
Operation
Benefits
Precision Pressure
measurements validated in
real time with FRA. Smart
Sampling with RCI tools unique
drawdown pressure control.
SampleView module provides
real-time fluid characterization
while monitoring sample
contamination levels.
Up to 24+ representative
reservoir fluid samples and
unlimited pressures for true
reservoir characterization
Advanced reservoir
characterization using the
Straddle Packer module for
mini-DST and micro-Frac.
Baker Atlas
Highlights
Extensive pre-job modeling and planning
Precision, repeated pressure measurements on a single seat
Multiple clean fluid samples at reservoir conditions
Well suited for fluid sampling for accurate measurement of
low-level H2S concentration and formation water pH.
Real-time downhole fluid assessment
Specification
Length
95.20 ft
29.0 m
Diameter
4.75 in.
120.7 mm
Pressure Rating
20,000 psi
137.9 MPa
Temperature
350 F
177 C
Weight
2310 lb
1050 kg
2-3
Features
Benefits
Pressure tests and fluid samples can now be acquired in
previously unexplored zones, increasing confidence in
completion decisions.
High-quality test data save completion costs by avoiding
bad zones or increase profits by completing previously
by-passed commercial zones.
High-quality, single-phase samples at in-situ conditions
provide insight to properly plan future completion and
facilities designs.
Mini-frac tests optimize frac designs saving frac horsepower expenses while still exploiting the full production
potential of the reservoir.
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Baker Atlas
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Refractive Index
A measurement of Refractive Index in the SampleView IB
service aids in the identification of fluid types and contamination monitoring. This continuous measurement allows for
very accurate OBM filtrate contamination monitoring and
gas presence. The refractive index of various fluid types is
significantly different, allowing simple differentiation
between gas, oil and water. The refractive index can also
be used as an input to the FTAForecast analysis.
Fluorescence Spectrometer
The SampleView IB service also has a fluorescence
spectrometer. Through use of a downhole ultraviolet lamp,
a measurement of hydrocarbon fluorescence is acquired
over five differing wavelengths. This measurement aids in
the hydrocarbon typing process based upon fluorescence
spectrum, and differentiation between light crude oils and
condensates (Figure 4).
Baker Atlas
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
2-5
SampleView IC Service
Seconds
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Features
Fluid density and viscosity sensor
Acoustic transducer for measuring
fluid sound speed
19-channel real-time near infrared
spectrometer (includes 2-channel
methane detection)
Continuous refractometer
5-channel UV fluorescence
spectrometer
Benefits
Accurate in-situ measurement of
fluid properties provides efficient
reservoir fluid characterization
Accurate GOR prediction
Reliable determination of compositional grading based on multiple
closely spaced fluid properties
measurements
Reliable sample contamination
monitoring to ensure high-quality
samples are captured for lab
analysis.
Validation of PVT results from
lab analysis of collected samples
by comparison with in-situ
measurements
SampleView IC module is rated to
350 F (177 C) and 20,000 psi
(137.9 MPa) and is fully combinable
with all RCI modules.
2-6
Baker Atlas
Single-phase I Tank
Single-phase II Tank
Baker Atlas
2-7
Baker Atlas offers two multi-tank carrier modules with the RCISM
service, a 6-tank carrier for efficient multi-zone sampling and a 2-tank
carrier which is purpose-built for HPHT single-phase sampling.
Service Application
Up to 24 Single-phase I or PVT samples in any combination per
trip in the well
Up to four single-phase II samples per trip in the well
6-tank carrier is fully combinable with 2-tank carrier and highvolume sample tanks
Benefits
Multiple samples per trip in a well in any combination and unlimited
pressure measurements provide true reservoir characterization.
Representative sampling for a wide range of reservoir conditions.
2-8
Baker Atlas
Operation
The RCOR system can drill multiple core samples from
downhole formations and store them in the core-storage
section of the tool body for retrieval back to the surface.
The sidewall cores are drilled using a pivoting bit box. As
the tool is lowered into the hole, the bit box is in-line with
the tool body. At the desired depth, the bit box is pivoted
into the drill position to make contact with the wellbore
wall. The maximum retrievable core length is then drilled,
measured, and stored. The tool can then be repositioned for
the next sample. A maximum of 60 cores per trip are
achievable with the RCOR system.
Highlights
Benefits
Acquisition of undamaged sidewall cores suitable for
porosity and permeability analysis
Enhanced measurement of formation and reservoir fluid
parameters for reservoir and production applications
Cost-effective alternative to conventional coring saves rig
time and money
38.0 ft
11.6 m
Diameter
4.75 in.
120.7 mm
Pressure Rating
Baker Atlas
Specification
20,000 psi
137.9 MPa
Temperature
400 F
204 C
Weight
762 lb
346 kg
2-9
Operation
The operating principle of the SWC instrument is relatively
simple. A core barrel, which is a hollow cylinder, is shot
into the formation by a powder charge ignited by an electric
current. The core barrel, containing a formation sample, is
retrieved by means of a steel cable attached between the gun
and the core barrel. Only one core barrel is fired at a time.
A tandem gun can selectively core up to 50 samples on a
single run using the 4 in. (101.6 mm) SWC tool and up to
44 samples on a single run using the 3 in. (76.2 mm) SWC
tool. The SWC tool can collect a maximum of 74 cores by
running three SWC tools in tandem.
Core barrels are available to sample formations ranging from
soft to very hard. The core samples are generally large enough
to allow a comprehensive core analysis. Cores range in size
from 0.85 in. (21.6 mm) to 0.69 in. (17.5 mm)
The SP or gamma ray curve, run simultaneously with the
SWC tool, provides depth correlation with the primary suite
of logs.
Highlights
Paleontological dating (microfaunal/microfloral and
spore content)
Determine or confirm hydrocarbon shows
Benefits
Cost-efficient acquisition of core samples suitable for
hydrocarbon and lithology confirmation
Up to 50 cores can be acquired in a single trip using
standard guns
Specification
Length
10.12 ft
3.09 m
Diameter
4.00 in.
101.6 mm
Pressure Rating
20,000 psi
137.9 MPa
Temperature
400 F
204 C
Weight
300 lb
136.1 kg
Baker Atlas
3. Geophysical Services
III
Borehole Seismic Applications
Downhole Instrumentation
Surface Instrumentation
VSFusion Borehole Seismic Processing
Geophysical Services
Borehole seismic applications and services are an essential part of energy exploration. With a seismic receiver
placed in the earth at depth and an energy source on the surface, accurate time-depth measurements are produced
that can be used to calibrate well logs. By changing the location of surface sources and the number of receivers
in the borehole, high-resolution data can be recorded and detailed formation properties and reservoir images can
be produced. Providing high-resolution data enables 3-D images to be created which can improve vertical and
lateral resolution of the reservoir when compared to surface seismic data. Baker Atlass borehole seismic division
provides the latest in digital data acquisition systems and services, which provide clients with quality data and
proven results.
VSFusion Baker Hughes joint venture with CGG-Veritas is an industry leader in borehole seismic processing.
VSFusion provides a full spectrum of borehole seismic application design, data processing and interpretation.
VSFusions 3-C 3-D vector migration processing can provide the most accurate structural image possible by
precisely locating each reflection point in the VSP data. VSFusion also provides leading technology in processing
and interpretation of 3-D VSP data.
Magnitude Baker Atlas microseismic experts, use the latest technology in seismic processing of acoustic
events in microseismic monitoring and hydraulic fracture mapping. Hydraulic fracture mapping is achieved by
monitoring and recording microseismic events that occur during the fracture treatment of a well. Fracture monitoring provides an independent estimate of fracture volume and direction which is crucial to the optimization of
a prospects development program. Baker Atlas provides the latest technology in digital downhole equipment
and wellsite operations while Magnitude provides processing and interpretation of the microseismic data.
3-D V
Hydr
aulic
Fract
ure
Slimhole Reciever
PipeSies*
P
SP
Multi-level Reciever
ay VS
Fixed
Zero/
Primary Application
Veloc
it
y Sur
vey
Offse
Walk
aw
t VSP
Map
ping
(M
icroseism
ic)
3-2
Process
Objective
2-D Imaging
3-D Migration
3-C, 3-D Migration
4-C Processing
3-D VSP Processing
Q-Compensating Surface Seismic Data
3-D VSP Inversion
Pre-survey Modeling
Post-survey Modeling
Microseismic Events
Geophysical Services
Baker Atlas
Operation
VSFusion provides calibration information and parameters
derived from borehole seismic measurements to enhance
surface seismic imaging, attribute processing, and reduced
uncertainty in surface seismic interpretation.
Highlights
Well log and surface seismic time-depth correlation
Drillers depth and surface seismic time-depth correlation
Velocity analysis
Well log editing
Synthetic seismogram generation
Well log conversion to time scale
Benefits
Velocity analysis stacking and migration velocities
Well log and surface seismic time-depth correlation
Velocity Survey Table
Baker Atlas
3-3
Operation
Highlights
Improved time-depth relationship
True wavelet corridor stack
Multiple free corridor stack
Identify surface seismic events as primary reflection or
multiple reflections
Identify depth at which seismic event intersects wellbore
Depth prediction of seismic events ahead of the drill bit
Improved vertical resolution compared to surface
seismic data
Wavelet extraction and wavelet shaping
Phase determination and matching of surface seismic data
Complex structure and wellbore deviation to allow for
offset imaging with improved lateral resolution
Attenuation studies (Q estimation)
Extraction of parameters for enhanced surface
seismic processing
Benefits
Measured averaged and interval velocities and improved
time-depth relationship
Identify surface seismic events as primary reflections or
multiple reflections
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Baker Atlas
Operation
Walkaway
Because the VSP receiver can be placed very close to the reservoir, many
of the uncertainties associated with surface seismic AVO are eliminated.
Having an in-situ receiver results in a one-way seismic travel path.
Consequently, reflection amplitudes recorded in a VSP AVO survey are
much less affected by transmission loss and scattering. In addition, with
a properly designed VSP survey, wider reflection angle apertures can be
acquired than with surface seismic geometry.
Synthetic AVO
Baker Atlas
3-5
Reservoir Delineation
Depth prediction of seismic events ahead of and offset
from the drill bit
Time-depth correlation with surface seismic data
Structural imaging
Improves reservoir characterization by delineation of
faults and pinchouts
Salt Imaging
Salt Flank Reflection Imaging
Sub-Salt Imaging Map reflections beneath salt base,
which are not illuminated by surface seismic
3-D Salt Proximity Refraction Methodology
3-6
Baker Atlas
Seismic
Sensor
Seismic
Sensor
Microseisms Induced
by Stress Changes
Envelope
(Destabilized Zone)
Treatment Well
Observation Well
Benefits
Injection
Distance
Fall Off
2
Time
Treatment well receivers record events during
pressure fall-off reduced noise conditions.
Adapted from Parotidis et al. (GRL, 2004)
Baker Atlas
Applications
Independent verification of fracture program success
Dynamic 4-D fracture growth characterization
Estimate of rock mechanic parameters from fracture statistics
3-7
Downhole Instrumentation
Extra Coverage and Ease of Operations for Complex VSPs
GCN Downhole Receiver Array Geochain
The 3-C GeochainSM system allows up to 42 satellites
to be deployed, spaced between 1 and 75 m (3 and
246 ft) apart. The array is capable of operating for long
periods in high-temperature (180 C/356 F) wells and,
being a modular system, is easily expandable. The
system is made up of standard tools that are adapted
to run in a multi-level configuration, making the system
highly adaptable for different survey objectives. Whether
for rig-time saving or for extra coverage and ease of
operations in complex VSPs, the Geochain system is
ideal when those extra levels are crucial to the objective.
Operation
Baker Atlas performs downhole seismic services in
environments ranging from slim- to large-diameter
boreholes, vertical to horizontal wellbores, open and
cased holes, and high-pressure and high-temperature
well conditions.
Downhole Receiver Array Geochain
Highlights
Checkshot/VSP/Offset VSP/Walkaway/3-D VSP
Microseismic
Anistropic modeling and migration
2-D and 3-D imaging
Benefits
Faster acquisition of complex borehole seismic services
via deployment of up to 42 geophones
Suitable for high-volume 2-D and 3-D surveys and
high-frequency microseismic surveys
Specifications
Description
Length
2.9 ft
0.9 m
Diameter
3.0 in.
76.2 mm
Pressure Rating
3-8
Specification
25,000 psi
172.4 MPa
Temperature
356 F
180 C
Weight
38 lb
17.2 kg
Baker Atlas
Downhole Instrumentation
Extra Coverage and Ease of Operations for Complex VSPs
GWV Digital Multi-level Downhole Seismic Array
The Baker Atlas GeoWavesSM tool system is a multi-level digital
downhole seismic array containing up to 32 levels. The GeoWaves tool
system has a long range, self-adapting, multi-carrier telemetry that
provides superior telemetry rates for borehole seismic acquisitions.
Operation
The tool system is resistant to extreme well conditions. Each tool is
lightweight in construction, comprising two sections connected by
quick-coupling nuts that enable efficient rig up, rig down and maintenance.
Baker Atlas has utilized the GeoWaves tool system to successfully record
large 3-D VSPs for detailed reservoir imaging around the well. Other
applications are 4-D VSPs that provide time-lapse reservoir imaging. The
GeoWaves tool system is also ideally suited to hydraulic-fracture mapping
and passive seismic monitoring applications in either fixed or semi-permanent installations.
Highlights
Long-range, self-adapting, multi-carrier telemetry
Maximum telemetry of 4 Mbit/s
Over 2.5 Mbit/s on a 7,000 m standard 7-conductor wireline
24-bit delta sigma converters
Sample rates: 1/4, 1/2, 1, 2, and 4 ms
Automatic downhole electronic tests
Arm opening state indicator for each level
Digital serial number identification
Up to 32 levels
Optional 3-component fixed of gimballed geophone packages
Coax inter-tool cable (fewer parts)
Continuous operating temperature up to 170 C (338 F), with a peak
absolute maximum temperature of 180 C (356 F)
Continuous operating pressure 22,000 psi (151.6 MPa)
Light, compact and simple (fewer parts)
Automatic arm closure for safe retrieval in case of power failure
Made of corrosion-resistant materials (Titanium)
Minimal maintenance design
Features
Modular Downhole Digital
Auxiliary Channels
CCL
Tension compression meter
Temperature
Gamma tool
Weight unit sensor
Specifications
Description
Length
Diameter - w/o pad
Pressure Rating
Temperature
Weight
Baker Atlas
Specification
4 ft
1.23 m
3.1 in.
79 mm
22,000 psi
151.6 MPa
338 - 356 F
170 - 180 C
37.5 lb
17 kg
Geophysical Services: Downhole Seismic Services
3-9
Downhole Instrumentation
Innovative Design Allows Up to 8 Multi-Level Receivers in Slimholes
MSR Multi-level Slimhole Receiver
Baker Atlas can run up to eight multi-level receivers
in slim production holes. An innovative design, which
decouples the receiver from the satellite body, means
that the MSR tool has a very high-frequency response
of over 1,000 Hz, making it ideal for microseismic or
hydro-frac studies and for occasions when a VSP
must be run on monocable wireline or in slimhole
(<2 in.) conditions.
Operation
Multi-Level Slim Hole Receiver
Highlights
Slimhole production wells/PipeSeis/VSP/Offset VSP/
Walkaway/3-D VSP/Microseismic
Fracture analysis
Monocable option
Anistropic modeling and migration
2-D and 3-D imaging
Benefits
Faster acquisition of complex borehole seismic services
via deployment of up to eight geophones
Multi-level slimhole capability, with exceptional highfrequency response, suitable for microseismic and
high-volume 2-D and 3-D surveys
Specifications
Description
Length
Diameter
2.4 ft
0.7 m
1.69 in.
42.9 mm
20,000 psi
137.9 MPa
Temperature
302 F
150 C
Weight
20 lb
9.1 kg
Pressure Rating
Specification
Baker Atlas
Downhole Instrumentation
Acquisition of Borehole Seismic Data Inside Drill Pipe
PSR PipeSeis
Baker Atlas offers the PipeSeis technique as an
alternative to acquiring borehole seismic data using
Pipe Conveyed Logging (PCL). The 3-C well seismic
data is recorded from within the drillpipe as the
geophone is pumped down using the mud circulating
system. This technique uses conventional wireline
and allows data to be recorded in wells that go past
horizontal at a minimal risk and minimizing rig time.
Operation
Deployment of the slimhole receiver is made through a
side-entry-sub and kelly hose connected to the top of the
drillstring. When the tool is at the required measured depth,
it is clamped inside the drillpipe and the seismic energy is
generated by means of a conventional source at the surface.
Depth is controlled by a standard wireline encoder. A number
of built-in features ensure that drillpipe does not become
stuck in the hole during surveying. The PipeSeis technique
can be run in single- or dual-level mode using the SHR
tool, or in true multi-level mode with the Multi-level
Slimhole ReceiverSM.
Highlights
VSP in drillpipe
Operations in horizontal holes
Acquire useful data even when drill is stuck in hole
Benefits
Rig-time saving
Safe alternative to pipe-conveyed logging
Look ahead of the drill in conjunction with
conventional VSP to plan casing points and detect
overpressure conditions
Baker Atlas
Downhole Instrumentation
Reduced Energy Absorption and Higher Penetration
Buried Gun Array
Baker Atlas offers a proprietary buried airgun array.
Until now, buried airgun was available only as a
single-gun option with some customers preferring
the increased power of the traditional array in a pit.
2x200in3 buried
airgun array
Baker Atlas
Surface Instrumentation
Fully Integrated Seismic Logging System
SLS Seismic Logging Systems
Baker Atlas Seismic Logging System (SLS) is a fully
integrated, efficient and reliable data acquisition
system for all borehole seismic applications. SLS
allows for detailed quality control of all aspects of the
service including downhole data integrity, surface and
downhole instrumentation tests, source monitoring
and navigation information.
Operation
The SLS system has the flexibility to record digital and
analog downhole receivers, surface channels, and also an
interface with 3-D surface seismic systems allowing for
simultaneous surface and downhole data acquisition.
The SLS system uses a powerful UNIXSM multitasking
workstation environment to acquire, process and transmit
borehole seismic data. Self-testing and monitoring of both
surface and downhole instrumention are performed prior to
and during acquisition to ensure data quality. Real-time QC
displays allow the field engineer to monitor energy source
firing, raw data recording, tool depth and cable tension.
Field processing of borehole seismic data is performed using
SEISLINK software, allowing a wide range of processing
capabilities at the well site. Data transmission from location
to office or to our processing and interpretation centers is
possible using the Baker Atlas WellLinkSM service.
Baker Atlas
Surface Instrumentation
Positioning Accuracy for Both Land and Marine VSP Surveys
TASMAN Integrated Borehole Seismic Navigation System
Highlights
All types of positioning required for
borehole seismic operations
Vertical incidence VSP
2-D and 3-D Walkaway surveys
Fixed offset surveys
Purpose-built software for fast,
efficient surveys
Comprehensive QA tools for ensuring
positioning accuracy
Fully interfaced to recording systems
and source contollers
Full control of target selection and
system configuration from the rig
Benefits
Reduced costs
Fewer personnel to transport
and accomodate
Reduction in potential operating
errors and incomplete source
position information
Increased flexibility
Baker Atlas
Surface Instrumentation
SLS Interfaces with all Vibrator Electronics, Airgun and Explosives Controllers
Energy Sources and Energy Source Controllers
Baker Atlas SLS interfaces with all vibrator electronics,
airgun and explosives controllers. Our airgun controllers
provide precision in VSP airgun synchronization and
control, and they are capable of controlling up to 16
airguns at each of eight source locations. All controllers
are integrated into the acquisition system to automatically tune large airgun arrays and record individual
gun-timing, sensor signals, near- and far-field
hydrophones, gun pressure and depth information.
Energy Sources
Baker Atlas compressional vibrator unit
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Baker Atlas
3-D Migration
4-C Processing
Surface Seismic
Baker Atlas
Baker Atlas
Original processing
Baker Atlas
Baker Atlas
Situation
A deviated well to run sub-horizontally within a reservoir
Poorly defined surface seismic data with 100 m lateral
and 50 m vertical errors
A requirement to penetrate the fault at a certain location
within the reservoir
Objectives
Run intermediate Vertical Seismic Profile (VSP), then
perform on-site processing within six hours
Match real results to synthetic modeling, and adjust model
Solution/Benefits
Provided high-resolution seismic information during
drilling of the well
Customer able to quickly adjust well trajectory and
enter target zone at desired point of entry with lower
risk of uncertainty
Baker Atlas
Velocity model
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Baker Atlas
IV
Cased Hole Formation Evaluation
Production Logging
Pipe Evaluation
To find zones of opportunity in cased wells, it is necessary to run logs that can identify hydrocarbons behind
casing. Pulsed neutron services such as Baker Atlas Reservoir Performance MonitorSM (RPMSM) and PDK-100SM
instruments differentiate between water- and hydrocarbon-bearing formations to identify bypassed or partially
drained areas of the reservoir. Pulsed neutron analysis can also estimate formation properties (porosity, shale
volume) and hydrocarbon type necessary to develop an optimal perforating and completion program. The data
can be used to optimize hydrocarbon recovery for a single well or an entire field.
By periodically monitoring reservoir fluid saturations and gas/oil/water contact levels, reservoir models can
be continually refined, impacting decisions ranging from daily wellsite operations to initiating secondary or
tertiary recovery. In addition, the use of these services can also help avoid premature well or field abandonment
by identifying bypassed hydrocarbons that could be recovered economically from the reservoir.
More in-depth information for each service is available online on the Baker Atlas website. Please contact your
local customer service representative, or log on to www.bakeratlasdirect.com for more information and a
complete list of Baker Atlas services.
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Operation
The RPM service instrument employs three high-resolution gamma-ray detectors and
a new, more efficient and reliable neutron generator. State-of-the-art detector electronics measure both the arrival time and energy of detected gamma rays. The
neutron generator is pulsed at distinct frequencies and the detectors operate in various
acquisition modes to obtain the different logging measurements. This allows multiple
operating modes during a single trip in the well resulting in more efficient wellsite
operations. The RPM can also be run in memory mode for PNC-Sigma logging.
Highlights
Identification of hydrocarbons behind casing
Measurement of fluid saturations in fresh, mixed salinity water environments (C/O)
Measurement of fluid saturations in saline water environments (PNC-Sigma)
New quantitative gas saturation measurement (GasView)
Multiphase holdup measurements in production profiling
Measurement of water velocity in production profiling
Identification of water channeling, casing leaks, flow behind pipe
Benefits
Valuable tool for formation and reservoir evaluation, monitoring, and management
Identify and assess commercial value of bypassed hydrocarbons prior to well
abandonment and evaluation of workover effectiveness
RPM data can be matched with previous generation PDK-100SM data for
monitoring programs in mature fields
Applications in Mechanical Integrity Testing (MIT)
Memory mode capability for PNC-Sigma logging
18.6 ft
5.7 m
1.7 in.
42.9 mm
20,000 psi
137.9 MPa
Temperature
350 F
177 C
Weight
75 lb
34 kg
Pressure Rating
Baker Atlas
Specification
4-3
Operation
The PDK-100 instrument measures the macroscopic
thermal neutron absorption cross-section (sigma) of the
bulk formation. Sigma is primarily a function of porosity,
formation water salinity, quantity and type of hydrocarbon
in the pore spaces, and type of rock matrix. Sigma
decreases with increasing hydrocarbon content, but
increases with increasing water salinity. In cased holes,
the PDK-100 instrument can be used to discriminate
between gas, oil and saltwater-bearing formations.
Highlights
Primary log presentation
Benefits
Valuable tool for formation and reservoir evaluation,
monitoring and management
Identify and assess commercial value of bypassed
hydrocarbons prior to well abandonment and
evaluation of workover effectiveness
Specification
Length
32.9 ft
10.3 m
Diameter
1.69 in.
42.9 mm
Pressure Rating
16,000 psi
110.3 MPa
Temperature
350 F
177 C
Weight
148 lb
67.1 kg
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Baker Atlas
Production Logging
Production Logging Services are necessary for a full evaluation of the static and dynamic conditions of the
reservoir. Real-time, depth-correlated production data including flow rates, pressures and gas/oil/water ratios
provide input for pressure transient and nodal well test analysis and reservoir simulation. Using these key production parameters, it is possible to evaluate drilling and production operations at the wellsite and diagnose
potential problems such as water or gas breakthrough, crossflow of thief zones and channeling.
More in-depth information for each service is available on the Baker Atlas website or in the Baker Atlas
POLARIS brochure. Please contact your local customer service representative, or log on to
www.bakeratlasdirect.com for more information and a complete list of Baker Atlas services.
Baker Atlas
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Operation
The MCFM instrument is the premier multiphase production logging
tool developed for non-vertical wells. The small diameter multisensor
MCFM instrument incorporates sophisticated technology for measuring
three-phase flow oil, water and gas in horizontal, highly deviated and
undulating wellbores. Combining an across-the-wellbore capacitance
array with temperature, pressure and acoustic sensors allows the MCFM
instrument to pinpoint the location of three-phase entry into the wellbore.
In addition, flow velocities are measured at six levels across the wellbore
by cross-correlation of signals measured along each row of sensors.
Correlation velocities are supplemented with spinner velocity for a total
of up to seven velocity measurements across the wellbore.
The RPM is an advanced multifunction pulse neutron tool which combines
multiple nuclear measurements in one system with industry-leading
accuracy and precision. Carbon/Oxygen and pulse neutron capture
measurements acquired with the RPM tool provide water saturation and
three-phase holdup determination while oxygen activation measurements
detect and quantify water flow and channeling.
Highlights
Complete package of advanced and conventional PLT measurements
Across-the-wellbore multiphase and velocity distribution profiles
Multiphase flow rates in highly-deviated and horizontal wellbores
Oxygen activation for independent measurements of water velocity
and channel detection
Pulsed neutron water saturation measurements
Auxiliary acoustic and temperature measurements for fluid entry,
channeling and leak detection
Deployment on coiled tubing, tractor or wireline
Benefits
Provides high-resolution data for reservoir evaluation, monitoring
and management
Identify and assess commercial value of bypassed hydrocarbons prior
to well abandonment
Allows intelligent planning of well-performance enhancement
Specifications
Description
Length
Diameter
Pressure Rating
4-6
Specification
80 ft
24.4 m
1.69 in.
42.9 mm
15,000 psi
103 MPa
Temperature
350 F
177 C
Weight
375 lb
170 kg
Baker Atlas
Operation
A variety of sensors provides accurate, high-resolution logs
even under difficult well conditions including multiphase
flow, various flow regimes, and low-to-high flow rates.
Sensors available include casing collar and gamma ray
correlation, temperature, pressure, gradiomanometer and
inline and fullbore flowmeters.
Highlights
Evaluate reservoir performance including downhole
flowrate and profile and reservoir component(s)
contribution
Diagnose production or injection problems such as
unusual changes in production, channeling, leaks, cement
or stimulation failures, crossflow or thief zones, and gas
or water coning
Benefits
Efficient wellsite evaluation of production and injection
profiles
Deployment in limited space rig ups
Specifications
Description
Length
Diameter
Pressure Rating
Temperature
Weight
Specification
20.3 ft
6.2 m
1.69 in.
42.9 mm
15,000 psi
103.4 MPa
350 F
177 C
lb
kg
Baker Atlas
4-7
Operation
Continuous Spinner Flowmeter surveys can be used for
metering fluid flow rates within cased hole or openhole
wells. The velocity and direction of fluid movement in
the borehole can be determined by the Continuous
Spinner Flowmeter.
Units of measurement are revolutions per second, which
can be converted to barrels per day and percentage of
full flow. The latter is usually presented in a flow profile
derived from a log made with a stationary instrument
or an instrument moving at constant speed.
Highlights
Injection and production profiles to indicate relative
fluid movement from or into a zone of activity
Locate points of increased production due to
well treatment
Detect the loss of production due to crossflow or
thief zones
Detect packer and plug leaks
Detect zones of lost circulation in openholes
Benefits
Prevent further production losses
Repair tubing or packer failures
Identify zones requiring stimulation to improve
production
Specification
1.7 ft
0.52 m
1.69 in.
42.9 mm
15,000 psi
103.4 MPa
Temperature
350 F
177 C
Weight
5.0 lb
2.3 kg
4-8
Baker Atlas
Operation
Folding Impeller Flowmeter surveys can be used for metering
fluid flow rates within cased hole or openhole wellbores.
Velocity and direction of fluid movement in the borehole can
also be determined. Units of measurement for this service are
revolutions per second, which can be converted to barrels per
day and percentage of full flow. This percentage is usually
presented in a flow profile, derived from either a stationary
instrument or an instrument moving at a constant speed.
The caliper version of this instrument can be used to determine
diameter variations during a continuous logging run. These data
are used to correct the flowmeter readings for diameter variations
due to heavily scaled tubular goods or to differences in openhole completions. The caliper measurement point corresponds
exactly to the measurement point of the flowmeter impeller.
The caliper data can be used independently for determining
internal corrosion, paraffin buildup or mineral scaling.
Highlights
Provide injection and production profiles to indicate relative
fluid movement from or into a zone of activity
Locate points of increased production due to well treatment
Detect loss of production due to crossflow or thief zones
Detect packer and plug leaks
Detect zones of lost circulation in openholes
Benefits
Prevent further production losses
Repair tubing or packer failures
Identify zones requiring stimulation to improve production
Specification
Length
7.83 ft
2.39 m
Diameter
1.69 in.
42.9 mm
Pressure Rating
15,000 psi
103.4 MPa
Temperature
350 F
177 C
Weight
39.0 lb
17.7 kg
4-9
Operation
The Basket Flowmeter is used for metering low flow rates
within cased hole or openhole wells. The motor-driven
Basket Flowmeter is lowered in a closed position into the
well through tubing. It is then opened to take stationary
readings at the point of interest. Once opened, the flow is
directed through the center of the instrument, where rotational
velocity of the spinner is proportional to the velocity of the
fluid movement.
Two-phase flow rates can be measured accurately, particularly
where fluid velocities are low. In high-angle wells, log interpretation are enhanced where water hold-up and fluid separation
are occurring due to the improved mixing of phases caused
by diversion of flow through the spinner chamber.
Highlights
Production profiles to indicate relative fluid movement
from the zones of activity
Injection profiles to determine intervals accepting
injected fluid
Detect the loss of production due to crossflow or thief zones
Detect packer and plug leaks
Determine flow rate of multiphase flow in vertical or
deviated wellbores
Benefits
Production profiles to indicate relative fluid movement from
the zones of activity-best choice in low flow rate conditions
Determine flow rate of multiphase flow in vertical or
deviated wellbores
Specification
7.42 ft
2.261 m
1.69 in.
42.9 mm
15,000 psi
103.4 MPa
Temperature
350 F
177 C
Weight
35.0 lb
15.9 kg
Baker Atlas
Operation
The Nuclear Fluid Density log is a radioactive measurement
which uses gamma rays. While the Gamma Ray log is a
measurement of natural gamma rays, the Nuclear Fluid
Density log data are a record of the density difference
between water, oil and gas, and are generated by use of a
chemical gamma ray source. The density measurement is
made by observing the relative absorption of gamma rays by
the borehole fluid in a sampling channel. The basic unit of
measure is a count of residual gamma rays. This counting
rate is inversely proportional to the density of the sample and
is a function of the activity of the gamma ray source. The log
density data are recorded in grams per cubic centimeter.
The Nuclear Fluid Density instrument, unaffected by fluid
viscosity or fluid velocity, is a good indicator of the type of
fluid entering, leaving or present in the borehole.
Highlights
Locate entry of primary and secondary fluids in a 2- or
3-phase production flow
Provide a density profile in a multiphase production flow
Determine flow regime
Locate borehole levels in static and flowing conditions
Locate product levels in storage wells
Benefits
Locate entry of primary and secondary fluids in a 2- or
3-phase production flow to address well intervention plans
Generate a fluid density profile in a multiphase production
flow for production engineering decisions
Specification
6.15 ft
1.876 m
1.7 in.
43.2 mm
15,000 psi
103.4 MPa
Temperature
400 F
204 C
Weight
40 lb
18.1 kg
Pressure Rating
Highlights
Locate water entry into hydrocarbon flow
Locate hydrocarbon/water interface in shut-in
well conditions
Locate hydrocarbon entry into water
Identify well fluids in multiphase flows; use with
Fluid Density log in three phases
Locate top of water column in a production well
Benefits
Locate water entry into hydrocarbon flow identify
and correct production problems for optimized flow
Identify well fluids in multiphase flows; use with
Fluid Density log in three phases locate source
of water
Specification
3.07 ft
0.936 m
1.69 in.
42.9 mm
15,000 psi
103.4 MPa
Temperature
350 F
177 C
Weight
16 lb
7.3 kg
Pressure Rating
Baker Atlas
Nuclear Flolog
The system utilizes two gamma ray detectors with a
known separation distance between them. For this
type of system, the time of ejection is not critical
because the information obtained is a function of the
time required for the radioactive tracer material to
travel from one detector to the other detector (timeof-flight). The travel time is a function of the flow
rate into or out of the formation at the level of
measurement. The time intervals are measured to the
nearest 0.1 second and tabulated for calculation. By
varying the distance between the detectors, low to
high flow rates can be accurately determined.
Highlights/Benefits
Quantitative analysis of injection or production
profiles in low flow rates
Location of thief zones
Location of tubing and casing leaks
9.23 ft
2.81 m
Tracerlog
Diameter
1.69 in.
42.9 mm
Pressure Rating
18,000 psi
124.1 MPa
Temperature
400 F
204 C
Weight
34.0 lb
15.4 kg
Highlights/Benefits
Location of channeling behind pipe and thief zones
Location of fractures and evaluation of effectiveness
of frac jobs
Location of annulus cement tagged with
radioactive material
Location of tubing and casing leaks
Baker Atlas
Specification
Length
Specification
17.92 ft
Diameter
Pressure Rating
5.462 m
1.7 in.
43.2 mm
15,000 psi
103.4 MPa
Temperature
350 F
177 C
Weight
74.0 lb
33.6 kg
Operation
The RPM instrument employs a high-energy pulsed-neutron
source and three high-resolution gamma ray detectors in
various modes of operation for formation evaluation, water
velocity and 3-phase holdup measurements. The PNHI
measurement for 3-phase holdup is based on neutron-gamma
ray interactions that are sensitive to changes in the phases
present in the wellbore. Specifically, the Carbon/Oxygen (C/O)
ratio is used to determine the fraction of water relative to
hydrocarbon, and a ratio of inelastic gamma rays between two
detectors is used to determine the fraction of gas to liquid
phases. By combining the two measurements, a 3-phase
solution for phase fraction (holdup) is determined.
Highlights
Measurement of 3-phase (water, oil, gas) holdups in
horizontal and highly deviated wells
Determination of 3-phase holdups in annular flow behind
tubing, slotted liners, gravel packs (when logged in
combination with MCFM instrument)
Detection of water, oil, or gas channeling behind pipe
Determination of fluid types above or below packers in
tubing completions
Benefits
Essential measurement for production evaluation in
complex completions
Specification
Length
18.6 ft
5.7 m
Diameter
1.7 in.
42.9 mm
Pressure Rating
20,000 psi
137.9 MPa
Temperature
350 F
177 C
Weight
75 lb
34 kg
Baker Atlas
Operation
The Hydrolog service uses oxygen activation for accurate
detection and quantification of waterflow. A high-energy
(14 MeV) pulsed neutron source activates oxygen nuclei,
creating nitrogen-16, a rapidly dissipating radioactive isotope.
Background measurements by multiple detectors allow for
waterflow detection and velocity determination. The source and
detector arrangements can be reversed, depending on waterflow
direction. Different modes of operation, including specific
neutron source utilization and logging procedures, are available
depending on the complexity of the completion and/or water
velocity range. For example, the Annular Flow Log service is
used to measure injection profiles in multiple string completions
where as many as three concurrent and co-directional waterflow
streams are present. The FloShot mode is a multi-detector
method that allows measurement of water velocities in excess
of 500 ft/min (152.4 m). In addition, all oxygen activation services can be run as continuous or stationary logging measurements.
Highlights
Multiple modes of operation
Identification of waterflow behind casing
Production and injection water profiling
Continuous logging capability for complete zone coverage
Stationary measurements for improved precision when
required
Detect flow in either liquid-filled or air-filled wellbores
Provide accurate waterflow diagnostics in a single logging
run through multiple string configurations with multiple
waterflow paths
Detect waterflow in either up or down directions
Benefits
Valuable tool for production and
injection evaluation
Evaluation of effectiveness of
workover programs
Multi-mode operation allows
efficient wellsite and singletrip operations
Eliminate radioactive tracer
contamination risk at wellsite
Baker Atlas
Specification
Length
18.6 ft
5.7 m
Diameter
1.69 in.
42.9 mm
Pressure Rating
20,000 psi
137.9 MPa
Temperature
350 F
177 C
Weight
75 lb
34 kg
Operation
Various gauge types with different resolutions for
specific applications are offered by Baker Atlas. They
are normally run in combination with other production
logging services. Contact your Baker Atlas representative
to determine the proper gauge and tool combination
for your application.
Highlights
Measure shut-in and flowing pressure at prescribed
depth levels
Determine pressure differentials over
prescribed intervals
Accurately locate gas-liquid interfaces (2-phase,
3-phase contacts)
Estimate damage or improvement by skin
factor value
Measure pressure buildup
Benefits
Measure shut-in and flowing pressure at prescribed
depth levels for optimum production design
Measure pressure buildup for reservoir management
Baker Atlas
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3500
3600
3700
3800
3900
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600-1000 Hz
1000-2000 Hz
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4000
4100
4200
4300
4400
4500
Highlights
Determine fluid flow behind or inside casing
Locate fluid flow in cement annulus channel
Locate gas or liquid entry through casing leaks
Locate gas/liquid interface in wellbore
Determine whether fluid flow is single or dual phase
Benefits
Locate underground blowouts and lost circulation zones
for remediation or well control
Identify gas entry points for production planning
Determine fluid flow behind or inside casing for
remediation or production planning
Specification
3.33 ft
1.02 m
1.7 in.
43.2 mm
17,000 psi
117.2 MPa
Temperature
350 F
177 C
Weight
11 lb
5 kg
Pressure Rating
Baker Atlas
Operation
A stable precision probe measures precisely the
temperature of the particular borehole environment.
The temperature is presented on the log in units of
degree per chart division. Continuous temperature
logs are readily made in liquids; however, stationary
measurements may be required in a gas.
Highlights
Locate points of gas entry in open and cased holes
Distinguish producing zones from non-producing zones
Determine the geothermal gradient
Determine injection points and under some
conditions develop an injection profile
Locate tubing and casing leaks, particularly when
the leaking fluid is gas
Time-lapse shut-in or flowing temperature surveys to
evaluate injection and production intervals
Benefits
Locate points of gas entry in open and cased holes
Determine the geothermal gradient
Specification
Length
3.58 ft
1.1 m
Diameter
1.69 in.
42.9 mm
Pressure Rating
15,000 psi
103.4 MPa
Temperature
350 F
177 C
Weight
13.2 lb
6 kg
Baker Atlas
Pipe Evaluation
Pipe string failure due to corrosion or mechanical defects can occur at anytime in the life of a well. To protect your
investment, regular inspection of the production tubing and casing using Baker Atlas pipe evaluation services
can provide early detection of problem areas and allow for timely planning of remedial action.
More in-depth information for each service is available on the Baker Atlas website. Please contact your local
customer service representative, or log on to www.bakeratlasdirect.com for more information and a complete
list of Baker Atlas services.
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Baker Atlas
Operation
Defects with diameters as small as 3/8 in. (9.5 mm) can
be identified, and pipe sizes from 2 7/8 in. to 13 3/8 in.
(73 mm to 339.7 mm) can be evaluated with standard
equipment. Casing sizes from 13 3/8 to 22 in. (339.7 to
558.8 mm) can be evaluated upon request.
In some sizes, the same high-quality corrosion
inspection log can be produced using conventional
single-conductor electric wireline or slickline (downhole digital memory) data acquisition.
Highlights
Perform rapid 360 tubing inspection
Detect corrosion and depth of penetration; a base
log and periodic surveys can help monitor corrosion
Differentiate between metal loss and metal gain as
well as internal and external corrosion defects
Determine the effectiveness of cathodic protection
and corrosion inhibitors
Identify and evaluate defects due to mechanical
failure distinguish between general corrosion,
isolated pitting, and perforations or holes in the pipe
Establish the need for liner or remedial cement jobs
External
Internal
Hole
Benefits
FL
DIS
Typical flux leakage (FL) and discriminator (DIS) sensor
response to common defects The FL sensors respond to
internal and external anomalies, while the DIS sensors
respond to internal anomalies only.
17.4 ft
5.3 m
4.5 in.
114 mm
15,000 psi
103.4 MPa
Temperature
350 F
180 C
Weight
350 lb
159.1
Pressure Rating
Specification
Baker Atlas
Operation
The casing wall thickness is determined by the amount
of magnetic field shift, which is affected by casing
thickness and permeability. An electronic caliper
measures the magnetic permeability of the void
between the tool and the inner wall of the casing,
indicating average inside diameter. A differential
anomaly indicator provides a curve which displays
small defects on the inside wall of the casing.
The wall thickness and caliper measurements permit a
distinction between internal and external loss of metal
from the casing. External loss is shown on the wall
thickness curve. The electronic caliber and anomaly
indicator detector curves respond to metal loss from
the inside of the casing.
Highlights
Determine joints of casing having different weights
or wall thicknesses
Locate casing collars and other casing hardware
Locate evidence of casing erosion and identify
defects as being either internal or external (inside
string only)
Locate holes greater than 2 in. (51 mm) in diameter
Locate the bottom of outside casing strings
Benefits
Identification and quantification of general corrosion
Identification of general corrosion in multiple
casing strings
Specification
Length
23.83 ft
Diameter
Pressure Rating
7.264 m
3.63 in.
92.1 mm
20,000 psi
137.9 MPa
Temperature
350 F
177 C
Weight
385 lb
174.6 kg
Baker Atlas
Operation
The range of multi-finger imaging tools provides highresolution detail on the condition of downhole tubulars.
Each tool in the family uses an array of hard-surfaced
fingers which measure very small changes in diameter. All
finger measurements are transmitted to the surface for
real-time output at maximum log resolution. The pressure
exerted by each finger is in the range of 1-1.5 pounds (4.4
to 6.7 N) of force. This allows the tools to be deployed in
chrome or plastic-coated tubulars minimizing the possibility
of damage to the coating. Additionally, this light pressure
does not scratch standard casing, eliminating a potential for
corrosion to start.
Highlights
Assess casing wear during extended drilling operations
Locate holes, casing wear and other interior defects
Perforation mapping
Scale evaluation
Benefits
Determine wear profile for remedial action
Unique centralized measurements for improved accuracy
Specifications
A range of calipers for different applications and downhole
tubular sizes are available. Tools are available with either
24, 40, 60 or 80 caliper arms. Please contact your Baker
Atlas representative for specific information.
Baker Atlas
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Cement Evaluation
Pipe Recovery
Cement Evaluation
Cement evaluation tools ensure hydraulic isolation between reservoir layers by measuring the bond between
the casing and the cement pumped in the wellbore annulus. Before final well completions are made, the zones
being completed must be analyzed for hydraulic isolation to prevent possible crossflow between reservoir zones
behind the casing. Cement evaluation logs provide results to confirm zonal isolation and help you decide
whether remedial work is required before any completions are attempted.
Baker Atlas Segmented Bond Tool (SBTSM) service, Radial Analysis Bond Log (RALSM) service and Acoustic
Cement Bond Log (CBL) service provide detailed evaluations of the cement bond to casing and formation in a
wide variety of pipe sizes and borehole fluid environments. These evaluations reduce uncertainties regarding
the quality of the hydraulic isolation of zones of interest allowing more efficient completion operations while
protecting the environment.
More in-depth information for each service is available on the Baker Atlas website or in the Baker Atlas
Segmented Bond Tool (SBTSM ) brochure. Please contact your local customer service representative, or log on
to www.bakeratlasdirect.com for more information and a complete list of Baker Atlas services.
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Baker Atlas
Operation
The acoustic transducers are mounted on six pads positioned in
contact with the interior casing wall to provide compensated
attenuation measurements. Acoustic attenuation is measured in
two directions, using an arrangement of two transmitters and
two receivers on four adjacent arms. The two measurements are
combined to derive a compensated value that does not depend
on receiver sensitivities or transmitter power. This measurement
processing is repeated for each of the six segments.
Highlights
Provide quantitative analysis of cement bond to the casing in
60 segments around the borehole
Provide 360 evaluation of cement bonding
Identify intervals of uniform bonding and detect cement
channels or voids
Perform accurate, high-velocity (fast) formation
cement evaluation
Evaluate multiple-size casing strings on one logging pass
Benefits
Avoid unnecessary squeeze jobs
Identify channels to remediate to maintain production
32.1 ft
9.784 m
3.38 in.
85.7 mm
20,000 psi
137.9 MPa
Temperature
350 F
177 C
Weight
481 lb
218 kg
Pressure Rating
Baker Atlas
Specification
*Contact your
Baker Atlas
representative
for additional
series.
5-3
Operation
The RAL service simplifies interpretation by displaying the
full 360 circumference of the surveyed casing section with
a graphic, two-dimensional map. It immediately highlights
the location and extent of any cement channels present.
Because the RAL service provides more information in a
highly usable format, well operations can continue and
remedial efforts can begin with complete confidence.
The service can be run with an optional gamma ray
and neutron tool to improve correlation, and includes a
temperature probe.
Highlights
Provide 360 evaluation of cement bonding
Identify channels accurately in fast formations
Determine annulus cement strength
Detect presence of microannulus
Benefits
Avoid unnecessary squeeze operations
Maintain production, avoid water production
from channels
5-4
Diameter
Pressure Rating
Temperature
Specification
20.6 ft
2.75 in.
70 mm
20,000 psi
137.9 MPa
350 F
177 C
7.6 m
Baker Atlas
Operation
Part of the log presentation is a recording of the reflected
acoustic waveform either as a half-wave or full-wave
(Signature) or a Variable Density display. These waveforms
are used to identify the wave path and confirm the interpretation of the Amplitude Curve. When complete bonding is
indicated, the through-the-formation wave is identifiable
and can be used much like the openhole acoustic log.
Highlights
Determine effectiveness of cement bond in casingformation annulus
Identify areas of zonal isolation
Detect presence of microannulus
Benefits
Specification
12.1 ft
3.683 m
1.69 in.
42.9 mm
17,000 psi
117.2 MPa
Temperature
400 F
204 C
Weight
55 lb
24.9 kg
Baker Atlas
5-5
Pipe Recovery
Backoff or Cut
After determining the free point, backoff or cut the pipe and
remove the free portion from the well.
Fishing
After retrieving the free pipe, re-enter the well to jar loose
or wash over the remaining pipe. For expediency in certain
drilling operations, the remaining pipe can be sidetracked to
reach the desired total depth.
Guardian System
The Guardian system incorporates downhole circuitry and
an exploding-bridge wire detonator to prevent accidental
firing caused by a wide range of stray voltage sources. The
Guardian system is designed for use with chemical and jet
cutters, string shot backoffs, jet circulation perforators and
setting services. For more information on this service, see
the perforating section of this catalog or contact your local
Baker Atlas service representative.
5-6
Baker Atlas
80
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
X500
Operation
Pipe Collar
X600
X800
Highlights
Provides complete record of all stuck intervals and areas
of possible restrictions, including length and severity
Evaluates stuck wash pipe, casing, tubing, and liners
Assists in decision to sidetrack or abandon
Indicates where the pipe is stuck
Shows whether bridges have formed in the annulus
between tubing and casing
Specification
15 ft
1.75
4.7 m
1.38
44.5
34.9
89.6
137.9
204 C
Temperature
350 F
400 F
177 C
Weight (varies)
40 lb
30 lb
18.1 kg 13.6 kg
Baker Atlas
5-7
Slack
Joint
Operation
The Anchor Free Point Indicator instrument detects the
movement of a pipe string as the pipe is stretched, compressed,
or torqued. No movement is an indication of stuck pipe.
Upper
Anchor
Sensor
Section
Free-point
Measurement
Interval
Lower
Anchor
String
Shot
Highlights
Detect free pipe in drillpipe, drill collars, BHA, tubing
FPI combinable with string shot
Benefits
Determine where to severe pipe
Save time fishing stuck pipe
Specification
Description
Length
14.8 ft
4.5 m
Diameter
1.38 in.
34.9 mm
18,000 psi
124.1 MPa
350 F
177 C
Pressure Rating
Temperature
5-8
Specification
Baker Atlas
Slack
Joint
Operation
Unlike the Permanent Magnetic Anchor Free Point instrument
or Magna-TectorSM Free Point Indicator, the Spring Anchor
Free Point Indicator instrument uses two sets of friction
springs instead of electromagnets for anchoring in the pipe
string. As such, the Spring Anchor Free Point Indicator
instrument operates effectively in aluminum or any other
nonmagnetic pipe.
Upper
Bow Spring
Section
Sensor
Section
Free-point
Measurement
Interval
Highlights
Identify the pipes free point
SAFP combinable with string shot
Lower
Bow Spring
Section
Benefits
Efficient anchoring in all types of tubulars including
nonmagnetic pipe
Length
Diameter
Pressure Rating
Specification
10.3 - 11.4 ft
3.15 - 3.48 m
144.8 MPa
Temperature
475 F
246 C
Weight (varies)
22 lb
10.0 kg
Baker Atlas
5-9
Upper
Magnet
Lower
Magnet
Operation
Free-point
Measurement
Interval
Bottom
Magnet
Highlights
Identify pipe free point
MAFP combinable with string shot
Benefits
Accurate identification of stuck pipe interval
String
Shot
Specification
Length
10.17 ft
3.1 m
Diameter
1.44 in.
36.5 mm
Pressure Rating
20,000 psi
137.9 MPa
Temperature
350 F
177 C
Weight (varies)
29 lb
13.2 kg
Baker Atlas
Operation
To make up a proper string shot, certain factors must
be determined:
1) Pipe size, weight and condition
2) Depth of backoff
3) Borehole fluid type and weight
4) Well temperature
Factors 1, 2 and 3 are needed to determine the size of the
string shot and factors 3 and 4 are needed for the selection
of the proper fuses and detonating cord. A string shot can be
constructed that readily runs through an ID as small as in.
(19.1 mm). It can also be run in the annulus to backoff the
pipe from the outside.
Highlights
Backoff pipe (inside and outside)
Release stuck packers or fishing tools, such as an overshot
Remove corrosion from pipe
Reopen existing perforations
Jump collars
Benefits
Explosive backoff service to free stuck pipe saves
fishing time
Release stuck well hardware salvage well production
Specification
10 ft
3.05 m
15.9 - 41.3 mm
20,000 psi
137.9 MPa
Temperature
500 F
260 C
Weight (varies)
10 lb
4.5 kg
Baker Atlas
Operation
Chemical cutters provide a flare-free, burr-free
pipe cut, eliminating any delays or expenses
required to dress the fish top.
Collar
Locator
Highlights
Firing
Sub
Upper
Propellant
Sub
Slip
Sub
Lower
Propellant
Sub
Tubular retrieval
Rated up to 400 F (204 C) for one hour and 10,000 to
20,000 psi (68.9 to 137.9 MPa) depending on size
Safe operations torque not required
Compatible with the Guardian system
Benefits
Corrosive cutter provides an instantaneous cut, free of
burrs or flares saving time required to dress fishtop
Prevents damage to adjacent strings of tubing, casing or
drill pipe
Completely free of debris facilitating future downhole work
Specifications*
Chemical
Cylinder
Description
Length
Ignition
Chamber
Cutting
Head
Bull
Plug
Specification
7 - 10.1 ft
2.13 - 3.08 m
Diameter
17.5 - 119.1 mm
Pressure Rating
size dependent
size dependent
400 F
204 C
Temperature
Baker Atlas
Operation
The cutting action is produced by a circular-shaped charge.
This type of cutter typically leaves a flare on the severed
pipe string. To perform subsequent pipe recovery operations, it might be necessary to dress the top end of the fish
with an internal mill, usually run with an overshot.
Caution should be exercised while running the jet cutter
to avoid damage to adjacent tubing and casing strings
and to minimize debris that could hinder subsequent
wireline operations.
Highlights
Jet Cutter
Benefits
Sever virtually any size, weight and grade of tubing,
drillpipe or casing to complete fishing or salvage operations
Specifications
Please contact your Baker Atlas representative to select
the correct size cutter for your wellbore configuration
and environment.
Jet cutters typically leave a flare on the severed
pipe string. To perform subsequent pipe recovery
operations, it is necessary to smooth the top end
of the fish with an internal mill, usually run with
an overshot.
Baker Atlas
140
145
150
155
3100
3200
3300
3400
Operation
3500
3600
3700
3800
3900
200-600 Hz
600-1000 Hz
1000-2000 Hz
>2000 Hz
4000
4100
4200
Liquid, gas or a combination of the two (single and dualphase) have a distinctive sound when flowing through
restrictions such as channels behind casing, perforations
or casing leaks. This sound is detected and recorded on the
Noise (Sonan) Log.
A series of band-pass filters separates the frequency spectrum
of the sound for analysis of the individual amplitudes contained in each band. From model studies in the laboratory
and experience in the field, the relative energy levels in the
four bands of frequencies can be related to single- and dualphase flow and the probable location of the flow.
4300
4400
4500
Highlights
Determine fluid flow behind or inside casing
Locate fluid flow in cement annulus channel
Locate gas or liquid entry through casing leaks
Locate gas/liquid interface in wellbore
Determine whether fluid flow is single or dual phase
Benefits
Locate underground blowouts and lost circulation zones
for remediation or well control
Identify gas entry points for production planning
Determine fluid flow behind or inside casing for
remediation or production planning
Specifications
Description
Length
3.33 ft
1.02 m
Diameter
1.7 in.
43.2 mm
Pressure Rating
Specification
17,000 psi
117.2 MPa
Temperature
350 F
177 C
Weight (varies)
11 lb
5 kg
Baker Atlas
VI
Perforating
Proper selection of the perforating gun, as well as the conveyance and completion program, is a necessary
undertaking to complete a well to its optimum performance. Critical parameters of a perforating guns design or
performance can have positive or negative effects on the perforated completion. Each gun system has features
and benefits that can be readily identified and used as selection criteria. This section lists the perforating systems,
and their individual benefits and strengths as well as identifying techniques and technologies for various types
of completions.
More in-depth information for each service is available on the Baker Atlas website or in the Baker Atlas
document Perforating Applications, A Solutions Guide for Perforated Completions. Please contact your local
customer service representative, or log on to www.bakeratlasdirect.com for more information and a complete
list of Baker Atlas services.
6-2
Baker Atlas
Charges
Predator ZXSM shaped charges are our deepest-performing perforating
series. The Predator ZX shaped charge is a market leader in penetration
and performance. This system is designed to give superior performance
for natural completions by giving more connectivity to the undisturbed
area of your formation.
Predator XPSM high-performance shaped charge is a premium line of
deep-penetrating charges providing deep penetration past the damaged
or invaded zone. This charge is tested in accordance with the rigid API
RP-19B specification. The charge is designed for use with expendable
bar carrier, through-tubing expendable hollow carrier and expendable
hollow carrier gun systems.
Predator XSSM shaped charge was recently developed to address the
needs for the stimulated completion. This series of shaped charges was
engineered to alleviate some of the problems encountered with fracing
when perforating with high-end perforators. The design of these charges
optimizes the hole size for the stimulation and keeps penetration deep
enough to get past a lot of the near-wellbore damage and expose more
of the formation. Our goal was to help frac jobs become more successful
and to help our customers decrease their fracing costs.
Predator FPSM high-performance shaped charge is the new line of big
hole charge providing maximum hole size in the casing for optimum
total-open-flow-area. This charge is used with through-tubing expendable
hollow carrier and expendable hollow carrier gun systems.
PredatorTM shaped charge was developed in the 1990s and launched
the path to high-performance shaped charge technology. This charge is
available for use with expendable bar carrier, through-tubing expendable
hollow carrier and expendable hollow carrier gun systems.
Standard Deep Penetrating (DP) shaped charge is designed for
reliable performance with expendable bar carrier, through-tubing
expendable hollow carrier, expendable hollow carrier and ported
hollow carrier gun systems.
Standard Big Hole (BH) shaped charge provides a hole size that can
be used in expendable bar carrier, through-tubing expendable hollow
carrier, expendable hollow carrier and ported hollow carrier gun systems.
API RP-19B Target opened up
for measurements
Specifications
Please contact your Baker Atlas representative to select the perforating
system and charge to fit your completion requirements.
Additional perforating information can be found in the Baker
Atlas/Baker Oil Tools Perforating Applications and Perforating
Capabilities book.
Baker Atlas
6-3
Operations
Highlights
Berea core perforated, cut open and examined.
6-4
Baker Atlas
Increase Productivity
Overcome Extensive Drilling Damage
StimGun Propellant-Assisted Perforating Products
The StimGunTM family of propellant-based products offers
the industry the first fully integrated, technology-based,
and thoroughly tested tools designed to dynamically
clean up and stimulate the near-wellbore area.
Operation
The StimGun family of products consists of three unique
product offerings the StimGun Assembly, the StimTubeTM
Tool, and the Well Stimulation Tool (WST). These three
products allow for maximum stimulation design flexibility
for a wide range of well configurations.
The StimGun assembly consists of two major components
the perforating gun and the special propellant sleeve
surrounding the gun. During the perforating event, the
propellant sleeve is ignited, producing a burst of highpressure gases that enter the formation through the
perforations and create fractures. The result is improved
penetration into the formation and greater connectivity to
the wellbore.
The StimTube and WST instruments are both stimulation
tools used as an efficient and economical means to provide
stimulation to wells having existing perforations or openhole completions. They are conveyed on wireline and often
can provide economical alternatives to recompletion
and remediation.
Applications
Wells with extensive near-wellbore damage
Wells with close oil or water contact, where hydraulic
fracturing is not possible
Pre-stimulation perforation breakdown to reduce
tortuosity and increase injectivity
Tubing-conveyed or wireline-conveyed
perforating applications
Baker Atlas
6-5
Debris Management
Drastically Reduce Debris in Extended Reach Wellbores
XLD (eXtreme Low Debris) Perforating Systems
Debris Comparisons
140
120
Operations
100
80
Debris Volume
(cc/m)
60
40
20
0
New Extreme Low
Debris from Standard
Debris from
Steel Charge (cc/m) PERFFORM low debris Debris System (cc/m)
system (cc/m)
Baker Hughes has been an innovator and leader in lowdebris technology for perforating services in completions.
Once again Baker Hughes is advancing low debris technology
with its new XLD (eXtreme Low DebrisSM) perforating
system introduced in 2007. This advanced system does not
degrade shaped charge perforation performance, it actually
enhances it in some cases. The reduction of perforating
debris volume is 92% less that of steel and 82% less that of
our low-debris PERFFORMSM systems. This significant and
impressive reduction in debris helps keep wellbores cleaner
and significantly reduces debris-related issues and their
adverse effects on production.
Highlights
Significant decrease in debris compared to current
industrial low-debris standards
Reduced completion problems related to
perforating debris
Cleaner wellbores
Available in 3 3/8" and 4" (85.7 mm and 114.3 mm)
HOPS service
6-6
Baker Atlas
Operation
STEEL
PERFFORM
STEEL
INSOLUBLE
22 %
INSOLUBLE
97 %
SOLUBLE
78 %
SOLUBLE
3%
Standard Perforator
PERFFORM Low Debris
Highlights
7" OD
12 SPF GP
4-1/2" OD
12 SPF GP
0.0
10
15
Kg/meter
Baker Atlas
Elimination of carrots
Smaller debris size
Increased solubility to acid
Reduced completion problems related to perforating debris
Cleaner wellbores and perforations
Enhance formation treatment
Compatible with most completion fluids
Available in deep penetrating versions for natural
completions and extended reach applications
Available in all shot densities and all gun sizes
6-7
Operations
2" Predator XP LS charge passing
through a 2.188" nipple after being shot
in fluid.
Highlights
Debris comparisons from a 2" Predator
XP LS charge (A) and a regular 2" steel
shaped charge (B).
6-8
Baker Atlas
Operation
Highlights
Some of the shot patterns available
Specifications
Description
Gun OD (in.)
Shot Density (SPF)
Phasing
Charge Type
Specification
2.88
4.50
6.00
7.00
Various
10
10/350 Various
10/350 0/180
Baker Atlas
6-9
Operation
This system is used with a coiled tubing unit to convey the
guns and maintain well control during the entire operation
without introducing potentially damaging kill-weight fluid
to the reservoir.
Guns are deployed into the well with the Snapshot connector
using only stabbing and pulling motions to connect gun
sections. This is accomplished by the positive snap latch
design of the connector, requiring only set-down weight to
snap the latch sub of the upper gun into the receptacle of the
lower gun. The gun sections are uncoupled via a dedicated
ram in the deployment BOP, which when closed, compresses
keys in the latch sub to release the connection.
To transfer the detonation from one gun section to the next,
a field-proven bulkhead ballistic wet connect transfer
system featuring a donor shaped charge is used. Upon
detonation of the upper gun, the donor shaped charge
located in the latch sub perforates the bulkhead of the
transfer sub in the receptacle, and in so doing detonates
the lower perforating guns.
Applications
Underbalanced perforating of long intervals
Through-tubing interventions in deviated or
multilateral wells
Perforating long intervals without the need of a
drilling or workover rig
Underbalanced perforating of depleted or
fluid-sensitive reservoirs
Specifications
Description
Tool OD (in.)
Specification
2.30
3.00
37.2
34.4
20,000
20,000
60,000
75,000
1,800
3,100
Baker Atlas
Operation
Utilizing either the special pressure set or mechanical set
Bottom Gun Anchor to establish a fixed bottom, the guns
are lubricated into or out of the well using slickline or
wireline, one section at a time. The last gun section
deployed contains a TCP-style firing head. After the
guns have fired, the gun sections can be retrieved one
at a time without the need to kill the well.
Highlights
Adaptable for most applications
Re-perforating
Underbalanced perforating
Depleted or fluid-sensitive formations
Rigless perforating of long intervals
Available with mechanical or hydraulic-set
Compatible with Predator XPSM perforating systems
Compatible with the StimGunTM system
Wireline or slickline conveyance
Specifications
Casing Sizes
3 1/2
4 1/2
5 & 5 1/2
7 & 7 5/8
Gun OD (in.)
2 7/8
3 3/8
4 1/2
0.93
2.760
3.800
Baker Atlas
1.14
1.12
1.75
4.375
5.600
Operation
The IGAR is useful in applications where it is desired to
retrieve only a portion of the perforating guns, such as
instances where limited lubricator length prohibits retrieving
the entire perforating assembly.
Detonation of the perforating guns creates a pressure
wave that travels through the IGAR to shift a piston upward.
A collet, no longer supported by this piston, is now free to
retract and the guns are free to separate.
After the IGAR has released, a fishing neck profile is
provided on the left in hole portion of the tool to allow
easy retrieval using a standard fishing overshot.
Highlights
Through-tubing wireline perforating of intervals longer
than the wireline lubricator length
Underbalanced perforating of depleted or fluidsensitive reservoirs
Useful for TCP, CT and top-fire wireline conveyed
perforating jobs
Can be placed at any connection along the gun string
Specifications
Size
OD [Max] (in.)
Operating Pressure (psi)
20,000
40,000
CIS
3.125
1.375
Dependent on Explosives Used
Standard
Baker Atlas
Operation
The J-Gun Brake is a compact, economical, temporary gun
anchor that minimizes gun shock to the wireline rope
socket. The J-GB is set with axial movement (up/down),
and simple overpull releases the tool and resets it to the
run-in position. Depending upon the requirements, the J-GB
can be assembled in either the Compression Set Mode to
prevent the guns from being blown downward in balanced
or slightly overbalanced applications, or in the Tension Set
Mode to prevent the guns from being blown upward
during underbalanced perforating.
Unlike other gun brake devices that attempt to restrict or
brake any movement after detonation, the J-GB is
anchored securely before the perforating event.
Additionally, the J-GB features a Gun Shock Position
that will automatically reset if movement in the opposite
direction occurs.
Highlights
Perforate longer intervals on wireline without the need
for a rig or TCP
Rugged and reliable construction utilizing proven
Baker Oil Tools technology
Case Study: 145 feet of 4 1/2" OD 12 SPF perforating guns
shot in one run in Brazil
Case Study: 42 feet of 7" OD 18 SPF big hole guns shot
in the Gulf of Mexico in one run
Specifications
Tool Size
Casing Size (in.)
Baker Atlas
43
45
4 /2 to 5
5 /2
47
51
5
7 to 7 /8
15,000
35,000
9 5/8
Operation
Oriented perforating in the direction opposite the lower
interval production string (long string) is accomplished with
through-tubing perforating using the EMO system. Using
the properties of electro-magnetism to detect the mass of
the long string and incorporating a rugged downhole motor
and anchor, the perforating guns can be selectively rotated
to a position to fire opposite the long string.
Highlights
Fully compatible with the Guardian system
Field proven technology, years of reliability
Combinable with most perforating systems, including
the Predator XPSM high-performance shaped charges
For through-tubing applications in 2 3/8" and
greater tubing
Can be configured to perforate the long string,
via the short string, for well control and
pipe recovery applications
Baker Atlas
Operation
Coiled tubing offers a number of operational and economic
advantages including: live well intervention, elimination of
well kill and potentially damaging fluids, reduced operational
footprint, horizontal well intervention and the ability to
intervene without a rig. Its tubular construction allows a
conduit for circulation and pressure control and, coupled
with the ability to install electric line into the tubing, makes
coiled tubing a highly versatile conveyance method.
Baker Hughes provides perforating solutions that capture
the benefits of using coiled tubing conveyance while
providing field-proven technology.
Applications
Through-tubing interventions
Snapshot CTSM Live Well Deployment System for
intervention without need of well kill
Combinable with electric wireline provides positive perforating depth and multiple zone SelectFire applications
Perforating of highly deviated and extended-reach wells
without need for drilling rig
Pipe recovery applications such as perforating for
circulation and tubing cutter operations
Highlights
1,455 feet (443 meters) of 2" OD x 6 SPF perforating
guns conveyed in one run successfully perforated
and retrieved
758 feet (231 m) of 1 9/16" OD x 4 SPF perforating guns
conveyed in one run successfully perforated and retrieved
Baker Atlas
Operation
Leveraging expertise from all Baker Hughes completions
technologies, the NeoTrip completion systems present a true
one-trip perforate and completion solution that is field
proven. The well is perforated after the completion, and
production equipment is in place and flanged up, so production can be brought on immediately.
Highlights
Utilizes the Hydraulic Bottom Gun Anchor (HBGA),
the Model J Bottom Gun Anchor (JBGA), or the Hang
and Release Gun Hanger (HR) to provide a temporary
platform to secure the guns on depth.
A selection of firing methods includes pressure or
mechanically actuated, redundant pressure-fire, and
slickline-conveyed passive systems.
The gun assembly is run as the bottom-most portion of
the completion. After setting the anchor to secure the guns
at shooting depth, the completion string is separated from
the bottom-hole assembly and repositioned to the desired
setting depth. The wellhead can be installed.
The completion string can be set as far uphole from
the perforating guns as desired. This allows future
completions without tailpipe interference.
After firing, the perforating gun assembly automatically
drops to bottom, providing fullbore access.
Systems available for 4 1/2" casing through 9 5/8" casings.
Sample Configurations
System
Firing Option
Anchor Option
Neo-Trip HH
Hydraulic
HBGA
Neo-Trip PH
Passive
HBGA
Neo-Trip RH
Redundant
HBGA
Neo-Trip MJ
Mechanical
JBGA
Neo-Trip RHR
Redundant
HR
Baker Atlas
Operation
Leveraging expertise from all Baker Hughes completions
technologies, the PDP system presents a field-proven,
one-trip perforate and gravel pack solution. The
perforating and gravel pack operations are conducted
after the completion equipment is flanged up; production
begins immediately thereafter.
The gun and screen assemblies are run in on the completion
string with either the Hydraulic Bottom Gun Anchor (HBGA)
or the Model J Bottom Gun Anchor (JBGA) to provide a
temporary platform. The completion string is separated
from the bottom-hole assembly and raised to the desired
setting depth. The completion is set, and the well is flanged
up. The guns and screen drop immediately after firing to
the pre-determined PBTD; the screens are now across the
perforations. A simple over-the-top-style frac pack is then
performed, and the well is brought on production.
Highlights
Over 15 successful runs to date in the Gulf of Mexico
and Asia Pacific regions (2003)
Systems available for 4 1/2" casing through 9 5/8" casing
Detonated by either mechanical or hydraulic means
Combine with StimGunTM to reduce the perforation
breakdown pressures
Combine with the TCP Firing Head Setting Tool to run
and set the plug on the same trip
Baker Atlas
Operation
The perforating guns are aligned with the oriented-indicating
sub, which is placed above the firing head and ported disc
assembly. Once the guns are on depth, the gyroscope is
conveyed on electric line and seats in the oriented indicating
sub. With real-time reading provided by the gyroscope,
rotating the pipe at the surface aligns the perforations to
the desired azimuth.
Highlights
Positive orientation for proper alignment
Reduces costs involved with stimulating the well
Ideal for vertical wells
Verifies proper alignment prior to perforating
Systems available for all tubing sizes
Baker Atlas
Operations
This system offers a unique approach by stimulating a lower
zone, and then moving up the hole to perforate the next
zone. The perforating gun and firing head assembly are
side-mounted to the workstring, providing non-restrictive
flow during the stimulation process.
To perforate, a pump-through plug is dropped from the
surface seats, isolating the hydraulic firing head. Pressure is
then applied to fire the gun. Additional pressure ruptures the
disc in the plug to reestablish circulation.
Highlights
Special TCP application for stimulating zones and
then perforating
Allows rotation of the workstring for setting packers or
actuating accessory tools
Safe and reliable
Unlimited number of intervals may be treated
Field proven
May be used in any deviation
Specifications
Baker Atlas
System Size
7-inch OD casing
Gun OD (in.)
2 78
Phasing
60/240
5,000
180,000
15,000
Operation
Tubing-conveyed perforating offers flexibility and adaptability for multi-zone, single-selective and other complex
well completion designs. Combining the TCP as part of the
completion string reduces rig time and enables the well to
be brought on production immediately after perforating. By
not killing the well to retrieve the spent perforating guns,
potentially damaging fluids are not required.
Inadvertent perforating of the long string can introduce
safety and production concerns, as well as adding costs
and complexity. Perforating in the direction opposite the
production string is accomplished by using speciallyconfigured TCP perforating guns and hardware that
maintain orientation during the trip in the hole.
Highlights
TCP systems for dual-string applications in most
casing sizes
Maximum underbalance to promote effective
perforation clean-up
Immediate production without killing the well
Combinable with most guns, including the Predator XP SM
high-performance shaped charges
Applicable for multiple, fluid-sensitive and
depleted intervals
Baker Atlas
Operation
The Guardian II system consists of two main components:
the exploding bridgewire (EBW) detonator and electronic
modules known as the PX-1.
The EBW detonator does not contain a primary explosive
and is immune to initiation by external power sources.
Activating the PX-1 module causes a capacitor to charge
and release the stored electrical energy into the bridgewire
within the EBW detonator. This time-dependent energy
release causes the bridgewire to explode into the secondary
explosive of the detonator thus beginning the high-order
explosive process.
Highlights
Available for all perforating gun sizes
Available for both bottom-fire and top-fire systems
Available for packer setting tools and pipe
recovery applications
Field-proven technology, years of reliability
Eliminates the need for any of the following during the
perforating process:
Radio silence
Shutdown of cathodic protection
Shutdown of welding process
Specifications
Description
Specification
Temperature
Rating (F)
Input
Baker Atlas
Output (Firing)
Voltage
Pressure Rating
6-22
Baker Atlas
VII
Wireline Conveyance Systems
Risk-Reduction Technologies
Some of the most important aspects to consider during the design, construction and productive life of a well are
the risks associated with the conveyance of downhole instruments to acquire critical formation evaluation data
while the hole is open, and the downhole toolstrings needed to service the well after installing the completion
and production hardware.
As it became more difficult to discover large oil and gas fields in relatively shallow and friendly environments,
the industry stepped out into more complex and less familiar territories requiring the creation of new technologies
and methods designed to drill, complete and produce longer, deeper and more deviated and tortuous wells.
The increased complexity of the wells increased the aggregated cost of all well interventions. In particular, the
rig cost resulting from the time required for these operations became a point of serious concern when planning
the well intervention operations.
The applicability of the different conveyance systems depicted in the table below is based on practical experience,
and is intended as a guideline only. The following pages provide more specific details on the attributes of the
specific conveyance methods.
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Baker Atlas
Operation
Highlights
Allows logging of all Baker Atlas tool combinations
Can be connected with all drillstring types, directly or
via adapter subs
Allows multiple wet connections while logging more
than one interval without tripping pipe out of the hole
Capable of logging while going in and out of the hole
after an electrical latch
Can be used with a motion-compensated system on
semi-submersible platforms
Displays real-time cablehead compression and
tension readouts
Benefits
The PCL is most frequently requested when:
The well deviation exceeds the limit of the instruments
freefall (~ 65 deg).
Difficult hole conditions are expected, i.e. boreholes
with washed-out sections, ledges, restrictions or
excessive doglegs.
The customer elects to reduce the risk of failing to
reach the target depth or having insufficient wireline
pull capacity, such as in 20,000 ft (6,096m) or longer
boreholes where heavy toolstrings are required.
Specifications
Description
Diameter
Pressure Rating
Temperature
PCL-D
PCL-F
PCL-G
PCL-H
PCL-I
3 38 in. (86 mm) 5 in. (127 mm) 2 34 in. (70 mm) 338 in. (86 mm) 5 in. (127 mm) 5 in. (127 mm)
20,000 psi
137.9 MPa
20,000 psi
137.9 MPa
30,000 psi
206.8 MPa
30,000 psi
206.8 MPa
30,000 psi
206.8 MPa
30,000 psi
206.8 MPa
350 F (177 C) 350 F (177 C) 400 F (204 C) 400 F (204 C) 400 F (204 C) 400 F (204 C)
Add-ons
Baker Atlas
PCL-E
Flow Control
Valve
Deployment Risk Management: Wireline Conveyance Systems
7-3
Operations
Highlights
Do not require a rig in place
Tractors and surface equipment can be
transported easily.
The leading tractor models have long and
successful track records in cased hole applications.
Long-reach or tortuous-path tractor applications
require careful planning and physical tests using
the exact tractor-toolstring configuration in
representative tubulars.
Benefits
Reduce the cost of well interventions significantly,
and in some cases, offer unique conveyance
solutions by extending the operating range of
conventional wireline into high-angle and
horizontal wells.
Many additional uses have emerged for tractors
since their introduction in the mid-90s; leading
tractor providers offer add-on devices such as
heavy-duty shifting tools, milling and
cleaning heads.
7-4
Baker Atlas
Operation
Benefits
Does not require a drilling rig
Suitable for high-angle or horizontal wells
Provides extra protection to the wireline
Well-suited for operations in live wells
Highlights
Requires large/heavy CT units and a large
specialized crew
Has a limited-reach range
Large-diameter CT is not suitable for small
ID completions
Needs specialized equipment:
CT logging heads
Depth encoder CT adapters
Wireline collector rings CT adapters
Operation
The toolstring is run in the hole as deep as possible using
wireline. When it stops, fluid is pumped in the well at a rate
calculated to create enough hydraulic force on the toolstring
to push it to the target depth.
Highlights
No additional equipment is required.
Toolstring OD is limited by the ID of the tubulars.
Toolstring pistons are typically manufactured onsite
based on the given conditions.
Requires an open circulation path in most cases
Benefits
To ensure the toolstring reaches the target depth,
piston assemblies are mounted on the string to
maximize the hydraulic forces exerted by the fluid
being pumped.
Baker Atlas
7-5
Risk-Reduction Technologies
Modern Well Interventions Demand Innovative Techniques
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Operation
Hole Wall
Deviated & Friction Effect
Benefits
Dogleg Effect
These diagrams depict two of the many principles
on which modern wireline forces-modeling software
is based.
This surface weight graph depicts an intervention planned in a well with the trajectory shown at the right. The modeling
software predicts that the expected pull-out-of-hole surface tension (green curve) will exceed the wireline manufacturers
safe working load illustrated by the red vertical line.
Continued on next page
Baker Atlas
7-7
Sensitivity Analysis
Helps identify inherent well or toolstring properties that
make a planned well intervention particularly sensitive to
defined types of risk, i.e. not getting down and insufficient
pull capacity.
Deployment Oracle
A consultancy service where deployment experts:
Assess the deployment risks present in a planned
operation or a set of operations
Quantify success likelihood and associated cost using a
decision-tree methodology
Provide customers with recommendations on how to best
achieve their well-intervention objectives that support
their priorities, i.e. data assurance, minimum cost, etc.
7-8
Baker Atlas
Operation
High-strength wirelines operate similarly to standard
wireline. However, the size and safe working load for the
spooling drum and rig-up equipment must be compatible
with their enhanced specifications.
Highlights
Increase overpull capacity
Modern versions are crush-resistant.
Benefits
Reduce risk of wireline mechanical and electrical failure
Enable wireline conveyance in deeper wells
Allow longer, heavier toolstring combinations per run
Improve job efficiency
High-strength
wireline mounted
on spooling drum
Specifications Camesa
Description
Nominal Diameter
Breaking Strength
Vendor Designation
Extra Strength
0.474 in.
12.04 mm
23,600 lb 10,705 kg
7H47
Ultra-Strength
Crush-Resistant
0.490 in.
12.44 mm
25,200 lb 11,431 kg
7Q49RTZZ
Ultra-Strength
0.484 in.
12.29 mm
28,200 lb 12,791 kg
7Q48
Breaking Strength
Vendor Designation
Specifications Rochester
Description
Nominal Diameter
Extra Strength
0.472 in.
11.99 mm
24,500 lb 11,113 kg
7H472
Ultra-Strength
Crush-Resistant
0.490 in.
12.44 mm
26,500 lb 12,020 kg
7H490K
Ultra-Strength
0.484 in.
12.29 mm
27,600 lb 12,519 kg
7H484K
Baker Atlas
7-9
Operation
The wireline is threaded through the powered
capstans wheels which maintain the tension on
the unit side at a constant selectable amount, while
allowing downhole tensions to vary from 0 to
20,000 lb (9,072 kg).
Tension
Relief
Device
Tension
Meter
Logging
Unit
Wireline
Tension
Meter
T2
Highlights
Compact and easily transportable
Can be rigged up in horizontal or vertical
configurations, as shown in images.
Two independent tension meters monitor the
unit-side tension and well-side tension.
T1
Benefits
T1 = constant low tension
T2 range = 0-20,000 lb
Toolstring
Specifications
Description
Specification
Cable Speed
0 - 300 ft/min
0 - 91 m/min
Cable Tension
0 - 20,000 lb
0 - 9,072 kg
Baker Atlas
Operation
1
Specification
Description
Specification
Length
10.8 ft
3.3 m
Length
13.2 ft
4.0 m
Diameter
3.50 in.
89 mm
Diameter
3.38 in.
86 mm
Pressure Rating
20,000 psi
138 MPa
30,000 psi
207 MPa
Temperature
400 F
204 C
Temperature
500 F
260 C
Lock Setting
1,800 - 4,000 lb
816 - 1,814 kg
Lock Setting
1,000 - 4,500 lb
454 - 2,041 kg
Baker Atlas
Specification
Pressure Rating
5.1 - 6.3 ft
1.6 - 1.9 m
Length
43 - 70 mm
Diameter
Specification
4.5 - 6.0 ft
1.4 - 1.8 m
40 - 46 mm
25,000 psi
172 MPa
25,000 psi
172 MPa
Temperature
400 F
204 C
Temperature
500 F
260 C
Lock Setting
300 - 1,500 lb
136 - 680 kg
Lock Setting
300 - 1,800 lb
136 - 816 kg
Pressure Rating
Operation
Flywheel
Tool Positioning Device
Roller Assembly
Advanced
Conveyance
Device
Disadvantages
Description
Advantages
A series of clamp-on
devices which use
rolling caps instead of
wheels to support the
toolstring on their curved
profile while spinning
over low-friction bearings
Increases toolstring
diameter
Sensor eccentricity
might, or might not
be beneficial
High-Performance
Tool Positioning
Increased toolstring
diameter
Sensor eccentricity
might, or might not
be beneficial
Roller Assemblies
In-line design
increases toolstring
length.
Wheels might
follow ruts.
High-Efficiency
Flywheels
Baker Atlas
Operation
These devices connect in-line with the body of the toolstring
to improve conveyance through borehole ledges, washouts
and high-angle doglegs.
Advanced
Conveyance
Device
Wireline Swivel
Knuckle Joint
Hole Finder
Description
Disadvantages
Allows adjoining
portions of the toolstring
to rotate independently
In-line design
increases toolstring
length.
Allows an angular
offset between
adjacent instruments
Optimizes wellbore
sensor positioning when
neighboring sensors
require varying degrees
of standoff
Reduces toolstring drag
friction when traversing
wellbores with high
dogleg severity
High-Performance
Hole Finder
Baker Atlas
Advantages
Improves toolstring
movement through
obstacles such as
ledges, debris and
sections of high
dogleg severity
Double
Knuckle Joint
Wireline Swivel
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The first five contingency services/equipment included in this table are covered in the following pages;
the other seven are documented in the previous pages of this section - Deployment Risk Management.
Baker Atlas
Operation
Highlights
Intended for cut-and-thread fishing operations
Effective in key-seated wireline, a stuck tool or when
both conditions exist
Equally applicable for stationary or moving
logging services
Not recommended when the loss of well control is a
likely event; the presence of the wireline outside the
drillpipe will not allow achieving an effective seal in
an emergency.
To provide an effective means of removing the wireline
from the well, a Hydraulic Wireline Severing Tool should
be inserted in the drillpipe fishing downhole assembly.
Requires experience personnel and careful planning
In addition to the side-entry sub, a high-strength
torpedo and dual-groove sheave wheels, shown in
this photograph, are part of the LWR kit.
Benefits
Reduces the rig time required to fish the stuck toolstring
and log the target intervals in an additional run
Eliminates the need of a conditioning trip
Reduces the number of threading events and the
associated safety hazards
Allows the use of strong weakpoints to increase the
downhole pulling capacity that helps prevent
toolstrings from getting stuck
Baker Atlas
Operation
The MRCH includes a latching assembly that, in a stucktool situation, can be electrically activated to disconnect the
wireline from the toolstring to allow its fast extraction from
the well.
Highlights
Benefits
Eliminates the need to pull high tensions to disconnect
the wireline from a stuck toolstring
Eliminates the need for mechanical weakpoints, which
means that:
Heavy toolstrings can be deployed.
Deep and/or deviated wells can be logged in fewer runs.
Higher tension can be pulled on toolstrings that help
prevent them getting stuck.
Specifications
Description
Length
Diameter
Pressure Rating
Specification
75.3 in.
3
1.91 m
3 8 in.
85.8 mm
20,000 psi
137.9 MPa
Temperature
400 F
204 C
Weight
85 lb
38.6 kg
Baker Atlas
Operation
This type of releasable tools are often inserted immediately
below the cablehead and between the top correlation/
conveyance section and the bottom passenger
tool/gun section.
Highlights
Includes safeguards to prevent unintentional activation
Often used in perforating and downhole
tractor interventions
Benefits
Allows a controlled retrieval of the wireline and free tools
part of a stuck toolstring
Reduces rig time, cost and the risks associated with stuck
tools and complex fishing operations in live wells
Specifications
Description
ART-C
ART-F
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Diameter
11116 in.
43 mm
2 18 in.
54 mm
2 18 in.
54 mm
15,000 psi
103.4 MPa
15,000 psi
103.4 MPa
20,000 psi
137.9 MPa
350 F
177 C
350 F
177 C
400 F
204 C
Pressure Rating
Temperature
Remarks
Baker Atlas
Approved for
Not
ballistic operations addressable
Operation
The HWST is inserted in the drillpipe fishing downhole assembly
above the overshot.
After the stuck toolstring has been secured inside the overshot, the
HWST can be activated by pumping above a pre-defined rate.
After a set of screws, holding the top piston in place, shear, the
piston rushes down to impact a ramp profile that drives a sharp
blade laterally to cut the wireline.
The wireline is then removed quickly from the well to allow
retrieval of the drillpipe toolstring.
WIRELINE
CUTTING
BLADE
Highlights
Only required/used after making the decision to fish the stuck tool
with drillpipe
Does not rely on the integrity of the electric conductors portion of
the wireline
A Baker Hughes proprietary design and the only one of its kind
currently offered
Benefits
Specifications
Description
Specification
Length
Diameter
Max. BHT
450 F (232 C)
Max. BHP
Allows a controlled retrieval of the wireline after the stuck toolstring has been secured inside the fishing assembly
Reduces rig time, cost and the risks associated with high tensions
required to break mechanical weakpoints
Provides back up for interventions planned with electrical
releasable cableheads
When used in logging while retrieving operations, it provides an
effective means to remove the wireline from the well if loss-ofcontrol conditions develop.
Baker Atlas
VIII
Nautilus
Operation
Nautilus Hostile instrumentation is available for conditions
up to 500 F (260 C) and up to 30,000 psi (206 MPa). The
service range features the latest technologies including complete formation evaluation, formation testing and sampling.
In addition, borehole seismic, production logging and pipe
recovery services complement the service range.
Nautilus delivers high-pressure, high-temperature reliability
and performance, coupled with the measurement integrity
and accuracy already delivered by our standard range of
instrumentation. To qualify for the NAUTILUS signature,
instruments must be rated above 400 F (204 C) and/or
20,000 psi (137.9 MPa). To determine if Nautilus HP, HT or
HPHT instrumentation will meet the challenge of your next
extreme hostile well, speak to a Baker Atlas representative.
When planning an HP, HT or HPHT logging operation, the
following factors should be considered. Hostile wells are
typically characterized either by a high temperature or a
high pressure component. There is a relationship between
the performance of instruments at temperature and pressure.
Time in the well and time the instrument is powered are
both key factors in the capability of the instrumentation
to perform in hostile conditions. Therefore, conveyance
methods and strategy is a key element of hostile instrument
performance. The performance of the instrument will vary,
dependent on the maximum pressure, the temperature
actually reached and the time deployed in the well (both
powered and un-powered). Any published specifications are
intended as a guide only and performance for specific well
conditions must be modeled and verified with a Baker Atlas
representative.
Services
Formation evaluation
Formation testing and sampling
Borehole seismic
Production logging
Cement evaluation
8-2
Baker Atlas
IX
WellLink
Baker Atlas
Operation
Highlights
Benefits
9-2
Baker Atlas
X
Acoustic Waveform Analysis
Geomechanics Services
Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Analysis
Resistivity Processing
Diplog Analysis
Borehole Image Analysis
Cased Hole Analysis
Production Log Analysis
Pipe Evaluation
Geoscience
Advanced Acoustic Waveform Processing and Interpretation
Acoustic Waveform Analysis
Acoustic waveform data processing offers a complete
suite of products that provide an accurate determination of compressional, shear or Stoneley wave
velocity measurements. Openhole and through-casing
analyses are both possible. Acoustic waveform
interpretation products are available for fracture
identification and orientation and fluid identification.
Service Description
XX100
XX200
XX300
XX400
XX500
Service Application
Compressional, shear and Stoneley velocity
measurements determination
Enhanced vertical resolution of acoustic velocities
Acoustic anisotropy and formation geomechanics
Benefits
Accurate measurement of fast and slow shear
slowness allows determination of the magnitude
and direction of anisotropy for stress determination
and fracture identification
Porosity determination and permeability estimation
Baker Atlas
Geoscience
Mechanical Properties Determinations
Geomechanics Services
Geomechanics deals with the deformation and
failure of rocks under downhole stresses.
Whether drilling and/or completing a well, Baker
Atlas offers a complete suite of geomechanical
products that provide accurate solutions for
optimizing drilling and completion programs.
Service Description
XX100
XX200
Benefits
Reduced drilling and completion costs
Enhances reservoir production
Baker Atlas
Service Application
Mud weight window profiles at specific breakout
sizes; Contour plots delineating stable wellbore
trajectories
Fracture gradient and pore pressure profiles
Critical drawdown pressure profiles for sand
control considerations including selective and
oriented perforations
Geoscience Services 10-3
Geoscience
Analyzing Reservoir Fluids with NMR Data
Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Analysis
Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) data processing
services include the complete range of products to
process MREX data for signal-to-noise enhancement,
vertical resolution enhancement, T1 and T2 cutoff
adjustment reprocessing and borehole signal
correction processing.
Service Description
MREX data analysis products are available for the full
range of applications. New technology has enabled analysis
of the MREX data to produce 2-D-NMR images for fluid
identification and quantification. The petrophysical analysis
service integrates the MREX data with conventional data
to provide a more comprehensive and accurate volumetric
analysis. Reservoir engineering applications include in-situ
viscosity determination, permeability and productivity
analysis. Integration with core data enables accurate
reservoir characterization for permeability and irreducible
water saturation.
Service Applications
e-8
Water line
Water response
D (m2/s)
e-9
Formation evaluation
Saturation determination
Porosity determination
NMR-based permeability
Hydrocarbon identification and quantification
Distinguish gas, oil and water and identify contacts
Oil line
e-10
32
128
512
2048
T2,int (ms)
Benefits
Accurate formation evaluation and characterization
Direct identification and quantification of hydrocarbons
Reduced uncertainty in reserves estimates
Improved surface handling facilities design inputs
16
GAS
T1/T2,app
CBW
BVI
OBMF
1
2
32
512
T2,app (ms)
Baker Atlas
Geoscience
Processing and Interpretation of Resisitivity Data
Resistivity Processing
XX200
Service Description
The 3D Explorer Induction (3DEX EliteSM) service,
which measures the resistivity tensor in both the
horizontal and vertical directions, was developed to
provide improved identification and quantification of
hydrocarbon saturations in thin-bedded or laminated
sand-shale sequences. 3DEX Elite tensor petrophysical
analysis provides for accurate hydrocarbon volume
determination. The 3DEX Elite resistivity responses
also allow accurate dip and azimuth determination even
in an oil-based mud environment.
Service Application
Formation resistivity profile determination
1-D, 2-D, or full 3-D forward modeling in horizontal
wells or wells with complex resistivity distributions
Thin-bed environment, low-resistivity pay evaluation
Accurate dip and azimuth determination
Fracture identification
Benefits
Improved hydrocarbon in-place determination
Baker Atlas
Geoscience
Processing and Interpretation of Diplog Data
Diplog Analysis
Processing and interpretation of DiplogSM
data offers a complete suite of computed
interpretation products for dip magnitudes
and azimuths of bed, fracture planes
and other structural features. Diplogs
can be processed automatically or
interactively for detailed structural and
sedimentological analysis.
Service Description
XX00
XX00
Service Application
Detailed structural interpretation when used
with seismic data
Thin-bed evaluation
Benefits
Improved exploration and production results
Cost-effective method for verification
and/or enhancement of seismically derived
structural model
Baker Atlas
Geoscience
Processing and Interpretation of Borehole Images
Borehole Image Analysis
Whether you are dealing with clastic or carbonate
reservoirs, highly complex structural settings, natural
fractured reservoir or requiring detailed sedimentological
interpretation, Baker Atlas' imaging analysis service
offers a complete suite of products that provide accurate
processing and interpretation of borehole image data.
Service Description
Different filters are applied to enhance image quality and
accuracy prior to interpretation. Manual (interactive) dip
computations provide for accurate geological feature identification. Structural features such as bedding, fractures,
drilling-induced fractures, borehole breakouts, sedimentary
bedding, etc. can also be easily picked. Cross-sections and
3-D borehole profiles may be generated using two-way
travel time from pre-processed acoustic image data or 6-arm
oriented caliper data from a resistivity borehole imaging tool.
Service Application
Borehole image processing and interpretation
provides accurate structural interpretation
when used in conjunction with seismic data
Description of fracture type, orientation,
connectivity, aperture and estimate of
fracture porosity
Thin-bed evaluation
Analysis of sedimentary bedding features,
facies, lithofacies and sediment transport
inferences
Baker Atlas
Benefits
Identification of
reservoir structural
and sedimentological features
Reduced coring and
associated drilling
costs (partial core
replacement)
Geoscience Services 10-7
Geoscience
Cased Hole Formation Evaluation
Cased Hole Analysis
The Reservoir Performance Monitor (RPM) instrument
has several operational modes for formation evaluation
and saturation analysis. In Pulsed Neutron Capture
(PNC) mode the time spectra from short-spaced and
long spaced detectors are processed to provide traditional
thermal neutron capture cross sectional information to
compute water saturation in reservoirs with saline
formation water. The Carbon/Oxygen (C/O) mode utilizes
inelastic gamma ray spectroscopy measurements to
compute water saturation in reservoirs that contain fresh,
mixed, or unknown water salinity water (e.g. water flood
programs). GasView is a salinity-independent method
that utilizes the PNC-3D mode which incorporates the
innovative 3rd detector in the RPM-C tool to provide
improved gas detection and saturation measurements.
0 12000 1
Gas Saturation
150
LMS
Gas Indication
Gas
Gas Flag
Fluid
Gas Curve
Special Programs
Log-Inject-Log analysis
Time-Lapse Monitoring
Emulation of openhole logs
Service Application
Measured curve
used for gas
analysis
Wet side
of DGE
Benefits
Reservoir monitoring and management
Bypassed hydrocarbon exploration in abandoned or
workover wells
New well evaluation when openhole logs are not available
Baker Atlas
Geoscience
Production Logging and POLARIS Analysis
Production Log Analysis
The production log services improves our
understanding of wellbore fluid flow in a wide
range of complex reservoir conditions in a
dynamic production environment. The POLARIS
service, a multisensor multifunction system,
provides a comprehensive range of acquisition
modes in a single logging string for highlydeviated and horizontal wells, and the efficient
PRAL system is used for production logging in
vertical and deviated wells. The analysis of the
acquired data provides a clear understanding
of the reservoir performance.
Service Application
Determine multiphase production profiles in
vertical to horizontal wells
Identify water entry points and accurately
determine injection profiles
Identify waterflow behind casing
Determine borehole fluid holdup
and distribution
Monitoring multiple tracer distribution for
measuring effectiveness of hydraulic fracturing
and well stimulation
Benefits
Valuable analyses for use in formation and
reservoir performance evaluation, monitoring
and management
Borehole diagnostics, identifies casing leaks,
water channeling, other behind pipe waterflow
for planning repair and remediation work
Baker Atlas
Geoscience
Interpretation of Pipe Evaluation Data
Pipe Evaluation
Pipe evaluation services provide fast and
accurate analysis of tubular goods, identifying
downhole conditions that can compromise
safety and interrupt production. Inspection of
the production tubing and casing on a regular
basis can provide early detection of problem
areas and allow for timely planning of
remedial action.
Pipe Evaluation
Pipe evaluation using flux leakage
Pipe evaluation using continuous potential
profile data
Pipe evaluation using acoustic imaging
Pipe evaluation using EM induction
(Magnelog service)
Pipe evaluation interpretation report
Service Application
Comprehensive suite of inspection techniques
to measure casing and tubing integrity such as
interior and exterior corrosion, monitoring,
interior wear, parting, splits and casing/tubing
deformation
Measure the minimum and maximum internal
tubing or casing diameters
Identifies casing joints with different weight or
wall thickness
Confirm locations of leaks and perforations
Assess potential for future continued corrosion
Benefits
Evaluate location and extent of casing and
tubing damage
Determines need for casing patches and tubing
replacement to ensure well integrity
On-site data analysis provides fast and accurate
results that reduces workover decision time and
minimizes lost production
Baker Atlas
XI
By Category
Alphabetical
Index
Service Mnemomic
Resistivity Logging
High-Definition Induction Log
Dual Laterolog
3D Explorer Induction Logging Service
Micro Laterolog
Minilog
HDIL
DLL
3DEX Elite
MLL
ML
Nuclear Logging
Compensated Z-Densilog
Compensated Neutron
Gamma Ray Log
Digital Spectralog
ZDL
CN
GR
DSL
Acoustic Logging
Cross-Multipole Array Acoustilog F1
Digital Acoustilog
XMAC F1
DAL
MREX
High-Efficiency Logging
FOCUS High-Definition Induction Log
F_HDIL
F_DAL
F_ZDL
F_CN
F_GR
Geological Services
Water-Based Mud Formation Resistivity Imager
Oil-Based Mud Resistivity Formation Imager
STAR
EARTH
CBIL
Hexagonal Diplog
HDIP
Caliper Services
Well Geometry Instrument
WGI
RCI
Coring Services
Rotary Sidewall Coring Tool
RCOR
Sidewall Corgun
SWC
Baker Atlas
Service Mnemomic
ZVSP
2-Dimensional VSP
2-D VSP
3-Dimensional VSP
3-D VSP
Hydraulic-Fracture Monitoring
GCN
GWV
MSR
PipeSeis
PSR
SLS
TASMAN
RPM
PDK-100
PDK
Production Logging
Production Optimization Log and Reservoir Information Solutions
PRAL
FMCS
Baker Atlas
POLARIS
FMFI
FMBK
FDN
WHI
Nuclear Flolog
NFL
Tracerlog
TRL
PNHI
Hydrolog
HYDL
Service Mnemomic
SRPG
SON
TEMP
Pipe Evaluation
Vertilog Service
Digital Magnelog Service
Imaging Caliper Log
VRT
DMAG
ICL
Cement Evaluation
Segmented Bond Tool
SBT
RAL
CBL
Pipe Recovery
Pipe Recovery Log
PRL
FPI
SAFP
MAFP
BO
CC
JCS
SON/TEMP
Perforating
Perforating Charges Overview
Dynamic Underbalance Optimization Process
DUO
StimGun
XLD
PERFFORM
XPLS
HOPS
SGS
IGAR
J-GB
EMO
CTCP
NeoTrip
PDP
TCP-AOP
PSI
GDN
Services Catalog Version 2.1; August 2008
Baker Atlas
Service Mnemomic
PCL
WTCL
CTCW
TDP
Risk-Reduction Technologies
Well Intervention Modeling Services
CERB
EEJ
ISJ
Powered Capstan
PSW
XSMC
High-Efficiency Flywheels
RHRA
RLSC
Roller Assembly
ROLI
Swivels
Knuckle Joints
SWVL
KNJ
Hole Finders
HFD
LWR
MRCH
ART
HWST
RWCC
RWC
Nautilus
WellLink
Geoscience Services
Acoustic Wavefrom Analysis
Geomechanics Services
Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Analysis
Resistivity Processing
Diplog Analysis
Borehole Image Analysis
Cased Hole Analysis
Production Log Analysis
Pipe Evaluation
Baker Atlas
2-D VSP
3-D VSP
3DEX Elite
ART
BO
CBIL
CBL
CC
CERB
CN
CTCP
CTCW
DAL
DLL
DMAG
DSL
DUO
EARTH
EEJ
EMO
FDN
FMBK
FMCS
FMFI
F_CN
F_DAL
F_GR
F_HDIL
F_ZDL
FPI
GCN
GDN
GR
GWV
HDIL
HDIP
HFD
HOPS
HWST
HYDL
ICL
IGAR
ISJ
JCS
J-GB
KNJ
LWR
MAFP
ML
MLL
MRCH
MREX
Service Name
Section-Page
Baker Atlas
MSR
Nautilus
NeoTrip
NFL
PCL
PDK
PDP
PERFFORM
PNHI
POLARIS
PRAL
PRL
PSI
PSW
PSR
RAL
RCI
RCOR
RHRA
RLSC
ROLI
RPM
RWC
RWCC
SAFP
SBT
SGS
SLS
SON
SON/TEMP
SRPG
STAR
STIM
SWC
SWVL
TASMAN
TEMP
TCP-AOP
TDP
TRL
VRT
WellLink
WGI
WHI
WTCL
XLD
XMAC F1
XPLS
XSMC
ZDL
ZVSP
Baker Atlas
Service Name
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Service Name
Section-Page
11-10 Index
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