2 in Gun

September 2002
Perforating Systems
Manual
2.00 in. VannGun
Manual No. D00058336
Revision A
CONTACT INFORMATION ............................................................................................ 4

REVISION SUMMARY.................................................................................................... 5
PREFACE ....................................................................................................................... 6
Introduction.................................................................................................................. 6
General Procedures ................................................................................................ 6
CHAPTER 1 LOADING PROCEDURES ..................................................................... 7
Safety Precautions....................................................................................................... 8
Loading Shaped Charges........................................................................................ 9
Preparation .................................................................................................................. 9
Measuring and Marking the Guns.............................................................................. 12
Gun Connectors......................................................................................................... 12
Figure 1 Placement of Oring Back-ups............................................................... 13
Alignment Inserts ....................................................................................................... 14
Figure 2 Alignment Inserts ................................................................................. 15
Testing Procedures.................................................................................................... 16
VannGun Loading Procedures................................................................................. 17
2.00 in. VannGun ................................................................................................ 17
Booster Installation................................................................................................ 19
VannGun Spacer Loading Procedures .................................................................... 21
Figure 3 Venting Tandems for 2.00 in. Spacer Guns ......................................... 24
CHAPTER 2 DOWNLOADING PROCEDURES ........................................................ 25
Safety Precautions..................................................................................................... 26
Unloading Shaped Charges .................................................................................. 27
VannGun Downloading Procedures......................................................................... 27
Full Download ....................................................................................................... 27
Partial Download ................................................................................................... 28
VannGun Spacer Downloading Procedures ............................................................ 29
CHAPTER 3 TECHNICAL DATA .............................................................................. 30
Explosives ................................................................................................................. 31
Extra High Temperature Explosive Requirements (PYX or HNS) ......................... 31
Time vs. Temperature Charts .................................................................................... 32
(oF) Operational Limits for Hollow Carrier Gun Systems ...................................... 32
(oC) Operational Limits for Hollow Carrier Gun Systems...................................... 33
Thermal Decomposition of Explosives....................................................................... 35
Orings ........................................................................................................................ 37
Oring/Fluid/Temperature Compatibility Chart ........................................................ 37
Oring Selection Chart Based on Temperature/Pressure ....................................... 38
2.00 in. VannGun Weight Chart English Units ...................................................... 39
2.00 in. VannGun Weight Chart Metric Units ........................................................ 39
VannGun Stretch Due To Thermal Expansion ......................................................... 40
Calculations........................................................................................................... 40
Additional Considerations...................................................................................... 41
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CHAPTER 4 RUNNING PROCEDURES ................................................................... 42

Make-up and Running Procedures ............................................................................ 43
Washover/Fishing Instructions................................................................................... 44
PETCO Procedure for Fishing 4 5/8-in. OD VannGun Inside 7 in. 32-lb., ............
7 in. 35-lb. or 7 in. 38-lb. Casing ........................................................ 45
PETCO Procedure for Washing Over 5-in. OD VannGun Inside 7 in. 32-lb. or ....
7 in. 38-lb. Casing................................................................................. 45
Gun Washover/Fishing Table................................................................................ 46
CHAPTER 5 PARTS LISTS, ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS .... 47
2.00 in. 4SPF 0o VannGun ....................................................................................... 48
Parts List ............................................................................................................... 48
Assembly Drawing ................................................................................................ 49
Specifications ........................................................................................................ 50
2.00 in. 4SPF 60o VannGun ..................................................................................... 51
Parts List ............................................................................................................... 51
Specifications ........................................................................................................ 53
2.00 in. 4SPF 90o VannGun ..................................................................................... 54
Parts List ............................................................................................................... 54
Specifications ........................................................................................................ 56
2.00 in. 4SPF 180o VannGun ................................................................................... 57
Parts List ............................................................................................................... 57
Specifications ........................................................................................................ 59
2.00 in. 6SPF 60o VannGun ..................................................................................... 60
Parts List ............................................................................................................... 60
Specifications ........................................................................................................ 62
APPENDIX A ................................................................................................................ 63
2.00 in. VannGun Shaped Charge List .................................................................... 63
APPENDIX B ................................................................................................................ 64
RTG Perforating Systems Ballistics Components...................................................... 64
APPENDIX C ................................................................................................................ 66
2.00 in. VannGun Accessories................................................................................. 66
Figure 4 Detonating Cord Cutting Fixture........................................................... 68
Figure 5 Booster Crimp Tool Assembly.............................................................. 68
Figure 6 2.00 in. VannGun Support Assembly ................................................. 68
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Notice
All information contained in this publication is confidential and proprietary property
Halliburton Energy Services, a division of Halliburton Company. Any reproduction or use
of these instructions, drawings, or photographs without the express written permission
of an officer of Halliburton Company is forbidden.
Copyright 2001, Halliburton Company
All Rights Reserved.
Printed in the United States of America.
Contact Information
TCP Technology .. 972.418.3553
TCP Global Advisor . 972.418.4425
Jet Research Center
8432 South I-35 West
Alvarado, Tx. 76009-9775
Main Office .. 817.783.5111
Toll Free ... 800.451.5403
Fax . 817.783.5812
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Revision Summary
09/24/2002
- No change to top level revision.
- Replaced Manual No. 101274070 with D00058336.
- Added Revision Summary page.
- Added PAI Removal Tool to Accessories.
- Added Perforating Gun Pressure Bleed Tool to Accessories.
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PREFACE
Introduction
The heart of Halliburtons TCP perforating systems is the VannGun assembly. The
components are designed to provide a safe and reliable perforating system. The gun
assembly is manufactured by Jet Research Center (JRC) and uses bi-directional
boosters (which contain no primary explosives), low shrink/extra high velocity
detonating cord, premium shaped charges manufactured by JRC, specialized
connectors and booster alignment inserts, and quality steel. In addition to the above
features, Premium VannGuns also incorporate steel manufactured to Halliburton
proprietary specifications. All guns incorporate machined scallops to help optimize
shaped charge performance and to prevent casing and/or sealbore damage from exit
hole burrs. In addition, shaped charge phasing is designed to minimize the loss of
casing integrity after the perforating event.
General Procedures
All VannGun assemblies are designed with safety as the primary concern. However, all
explosive safety and handling procedures must be followed. All personnel involved in
the loading of the gun or handling of explosives must have the proper training and
qualifications before proceeding. Gun assemblies should not be subjected to any
excessive jarring while being handled on the surface or while being run in the wellbore.
This is a safety consideration, but excessive jarring can also cause misalignment of
shaped charges and stack-down of shaped charge holder tubes. The result could be
shaped charges shooting out of the scallop or a stop fire in the explosive train. Any part
or all of the gun assembly may be left blank to accommodate the specific perforating
intervals. Refer to the specific loading procedures of each gun to determine the need
and use of blank (dummy) shaped charge cases. All guns should be marked to indicate
how they are loaded, and each gun should be numbered according to its position within
the perforating interval, starting with the bottom gun as number 1.
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CHAPTER 1 Loading Procedures
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Chapter 1
Loading Procedures
The loading of TCP guns is one of many critical factors in a successful job. It must be
accomplished with safety foremost in the minds of everyone involved in the process. In
addition, accuracy, efficiency, and cost effectiveness must be maintained throughout the
process. The explosives used are safe to handle as long as proven safety rules are
followed. Most accidents involving shaped charges are the result of violations of known
safety procedures. The results of these accidents range from minor to massive facility
damage, permanent physical impairments, and death. The Halliburton Explosive Safety
training course presents the proper safety procedures for handling and working with
explosives.
Safety Precautions
1. Load only in designated areas. Floors are to be covered with rubber mats and
outlined with red paint to denote the designated area.
2. No open flames, welding, or sparking devices are to be used in the loading area
while handling explosives.
3. No smoking in the loading area while handling explosives.
4. Use only the tools designed to be used with or for explosive loading.
5. Do not attempt to modify the explosives' components.
6. Use only the proper razor blades and cutting blocks to cut detonating cord.
NEVER use side cutters, pocketknives, scissors, or cap crimpers to cut
detonating cord. PYX aluminum covered detonating cord is cut using a small
pipe cutter.
7. All loaded guns should have steel thread protectors installed in both ends and
should be marked to show the type of explosive and job name.
8. Load only those guns needed for immediate jobs.
9. Place all unused and scrap explosives in the proper magazine.
10. DO NOT strike or hammer on any explosive component or device, including the
charge holder assembly while attempting to position it inside the gun carrier.
11. If the charge holder assembly cannot be positioned by hand, use a piece of
PVC pipe to cover and protect the detonating cord. Push against the PVC pipe
to position the charge holder assembly.
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Loading Shaped Charges

a.
When preparing to load a gun, open the carton containing the shaped
charges and expose the top layer of charges.
b.
DO NOT transfer the charges out of their original shipping container

into another box prior to loading.
c.
Take each charge individually and load it into the assembly, following
the manufacturer assembly instructions.
d.
Do not remove the next charge from its original package until the first
charge is secured into the assembly.
e.
Continue loading from the top layer of the box. When the layer is
completely used, remove the remains of the top layer packaging and
expose the next layer of charges. Use each charge in turn.
f.
Retain packaging until all the charges have been consumed.
Preparation
Before the physical loading of the guns begins, determine how many guns, what gun
lengths, how many charges and boosters, and how much detonating cord is needed.
This is usually accomplished by laying the guns out on paper.
The first step is to get the perforating intervals from the job order to determine the
overall length, from top shot to bottom shot, and the total perforated length. The
difference between the two lengths will be the total blank or unloaded gun section. The
goal is to provide the greatest number of perforations in a cost efficient manner. This
may vary depending on the type of job (shoot and pull or permanent completion).
In most shoot and pull operations, try to minimize the number of non-reusable gun
spacers. The number of non-reusable gun spacers is more important than the
number of gun connectors.
In most permanent completions, the number of gun connectors is a greater concern
than the non-reusable gun spacer because the gun connectors left in the hole will have
to be replaced.
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Chapter 1
Example:
Loading Procedures
Perforating Intervals - 9556-90, 9605-50, 9675-9715

9556-9590
9605-9650
9675-9715
Overall length
Total Perforated length
Total Blank
34 ft. loaded
15 ft. blank
45 ft. loaded
25 ft. blank
40 ft. loaded
9715 - 9556 = 159 ft
34 + 45 + 40 = 119 ft
159 - 119 = 40 ft.
Using the proper gun-loading sheet, begin loading the guns on paper to determine how
many guns, what gun lengths, and in what order the guns will be loaded and run. The
gun-loading sheet will have the available number of feet for each length of gun and the
tandem space. The tandem space is the distance from the top scallop on the lower gun
to the bottom scallop of the upper gun and will include the made up length of the gun
connectors. In addition, there is space provided for the required explosive information.
Begin with the bottom gun marked as gun no. 1, which is the first gun run in the well,
and load the guns from the bottom to the top. (Also start with the bottom shot.) Using
the example, the guns could be loaded from the bottom up as illustrated in the following
table.
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Note
Loading Procedures
The number of feet that can be loaded in any length of gun is approximately
1 ft. less than the overall length of the gun carrier (11 ft. overall - 10 ft.
loaded or 16 ft. overall 15 ft. loaded). The tandem space between loaded
guns (Gun Blank plus Connector Length) will vary with the OD size of the
gun and the type of connectors being used at any connection.
Gun No. 1 - 22 ft. Gun

(Gun Blank plus Connector Length)
Gun No. 8 -11 ft. Gun
Note
21.00 ft. Loaded

1.72 ft. Tandem Space
17.28 ft. Loaded
3.72 ft. Blank
15.00 ft. Blank
2.84 ft. blank
18.16 ft. loaded
21.00 ft. Loaded
2.40 ft. Loaded
15.00 ft. Blank
3.60 ft. Loaded
21.00 ft. Loaded
5.96 ft. Loaded
4.04 ft. Blank
40 ft. Loaded
25 ft. Blank
45 ft. Loaded
15 ft. Blank
34 ft. Loaded
If a safety spacer is required at the top of the perforating assembly, an

additional gun or guns would be added on top of gun no. 8.
The table illustrates one of many ways this job could be loaded. The actual loading
for any job may depend on what gun lengths are available, special instructions from the
customer, the maximum length of gun that can be transported or handled in the shop,
etc.
After determining on the gun loading worksheet how the overall interval will be loaded,
each gun should be physically measured and marked. Mark each gun with the gun
number (the bottom gun as gun no. 1), which end will be the top of the gun, customer's
name, well number, and stage number.
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Also estimate from the gun loading sheet the total number of charges that will be used
by multiplying the number of ft. in each loaded section of each gun by the shots per foot
(SPF) required by the job order. To estimate the length of detonating cord needed, add
6 in. to the length through the made-up grooved tandem and pin x box connectors. Add
this total to the general rule. of 1 ft. and 1 in. of cord per 1 ft. of gun. To determine the
number of boosters, multiply the total number of guns by 2.
Measuring and Marking the Guns

1. Lay the guns out in the order they will be run, and mark them with gun numbers.
2. Begin measuring in the center of the bottom scallop of gun no. 1. Measure from
scallop to scallop toward the top of the gun. If the gun is fully loaded, mark the
gun as fully loaded by writing the number of feet followed by the letter L (21 ft
L, 15 ft L, etc.).
3. When the top scallop is reached, add the tandem space distance, and resume
measuring from the bottom scallop of the next gun. When the top of the interval
is reached, draw a line around the gun with an L on the loaded side and a B
on the blank side. Continue this process for all loaded and blank sections.
4. Measure each loaded and blank section in the guns to verify that they match
the gun-loading sheet.
Gun Connectors
Grooved Tandem positioned on the top of each gun. The groove is designed
to accommodate the gun support plate, eliminating the requirement for a drill
collar clamp.
Pin Box positioned on the bottom of each gun.
Crossover Tandem used to change from one gun size to another. It is also
used to connect the firing head to the gun assembly.
Bull Plug used to terminate the gun assembly and to isolate the perforating
assembly from the wellbore environment. A bull plug is used only when bottomfire, redundant firing heads are not part of the perforating assembly.
Visually inspect all tandem subs for any defects. Clean threads and oring grooves.
Ensure that the hole through the middle of each tandem is free of any debris or
obstructions. Refer to the oring charts in Chapter 2 of this manual, and select the proper
oring for the application. Use a tapered cone or another oring to install the correct orings
on all gun connectors.
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Generally speaking, the oring backup is positioned on the pin thread side of the oring.
Refer to Figure 1.
Figure 1 Placement of Oring Back-ups
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Alignment Inserts
The alignment inserts are used to properly position the bi-directional boosters in the
tandem subs and focus the detonation of the bi-directional boosters, which transfers the
ballistics train from one gun to the next. There are two primary types of alignment
inserts used in tandem subs. Wells with a bottomhole temperature less than 350o F will
use the Polymer Alignment Insert (PAI). Wells with bottomhole temperatures equal to or
greater than 350o F or wells in which the hostile environment kit will be necessary, will
use the Aluminum Alignment Insert (AAI). For some special applications, a Steel
Alignment Insert (SAI) must be used. The 2.00 in. VannGun uses the miniature
alignment insert throughout the system.
Each alignment insert has a tapered hole molded through the center of the insert. The
larger diameter hole in the insert should face the machined hole of the tandem sub. The
booster will be located in the smaller diameter hole. Before installation, the insert should
be visually inspected to determine if any foreign material is located within the tapered
hole. PAIs will fit the machined tandem hole as supplied. The AAI and SAI both require
the installation of an oring on each end, which provides a friction fit in the tandem hole.
Using the miniature alignment insert installation tool (P/N 101286821), carefully position
the insert in the hole of the tandem sub.
With a hammer, tap the installation tool to install the insert into the tandem. Remember
to install the insert with the larger diameter hole toward the tandem.
The insert should fit tightly into the tandem. The insert should bottom out in the tandem
when properly installed.
Drift the complete tandem/insert through hole with a 0.260-in. drift to ensure passage of
the detonating cord and bi-directional booster through the tandem and alignment insert.
The tandem should be drifted from the opposite end in which the insert was installed.
This is the direction the booster and detonating cord will pass through the tandem sub.
See Figure 2 on next page.
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Figure 2 Alignment Inserts

STANDARD TEMPERATURE POLYMER ALIGNMENT INSERT
STANDARD
DCI INSERT
100005255
100005238
HIGH TEMPERATURE ALUMINUM ALIGNMENT INSERT (# 021 Oring)
STANDARD
DCI INSERT
DUAL INSERT
100005222
100005237
100156141
Note
The Standard configuration is available in a miniature version, for the smaller

gun systems, in both polymer and aluminum. The part numbers are:
100005277
100005276
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Miniature Polymer Alignment Insert

Miniature Aluminum Alignment Insert (#016 Oring)
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Testing Procedures
All VannGuns supplied by Jet Research Center, Alvarado, Texas are ultrasonically
tested to minimize the possibility of defects in the VannGun material.
For high pressure/high temperature (HP/HT) applications, special testing may be
required. Contact Jet Research Center.
It is recommended that all guns used on a prior job as a spacer, guns that do not have
UT markings, or guns supplied from a third party supplier be pressure tested before
they are loaded. Use the following procedures.
1. Screw a bull plug with orings into one end of the carrier.
2. Screw a tandem sub with an air test fixture and connection into the opposite
end of the carrier.
Note
The test fixture should be designed with a 150 psi pressure gauge, or a
gauge that will indicate small pressure changes. It should also have a valve to
isolate the pressure inside the carrier, and bleed off the pressure when the
test is completed.
3. Connect an airline to the tandem sub, and pressure up the ID of the carrier to
125 psi.
4. Disconnect the airline, and hold the pressure for 5 minutes.
5. Check the pressure gauge.
a.
If the pressure remains constant, bleed off the pressure, and paint a
white ring around one end of the carrier. Do not use any other color.
This is the standard marking.
b.
If a pressure drop is observed, find the leak, if possible, and mark the
defect with a red paint ring. Inform TCP Technology, the PSL, or JRC
regarding the leak. Have the part number and the shop order number of
the carrier available.
Should there be special well conditions or additional requirements from the

customer where standard tests are not adequate, contact JRC for more
information.
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VannGun Loading Procedures

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Before physically loading the guns, ensure the guns have been measured with the
loaded and blank sections clearly marked. Number the gun on the top end to indicate its
position in the perforating assembly.
1. Remove the thread protectors and snap rings from the shipping assembly.
2. Loosen the set screws on the alignment fixtures and remove the charge holder
assembly from the gun.
3. Clean any excess mill or machine oils from the inside of the gun and charge
holder tube. Clean the threads and seal bore areas on each end of the gun.
4. Verify that the charge holder tube is aligned properly with the alignment fixtures,
and the charge holes are properly oriented to match the scallops on the gun.
5. Transfer the loading marks from the gun to the charge holder, or measure and
mark the charge holder tube.
6.
Cut a piece of detonating cord for the gun to be loaded. Estimate the length of
detonating cord needed by adding 6 in. to the length through the made-up
grooved tandem and pin box connectors. Add this total to the general rule of
1 ft and 1 in. of cord per 1 ft of gun.
7.
Take a piece of stainless steel tubing (+/- 14 in. long) and crimp one end to
prevent detonating cord from passing completely through. Insert the detonating
cord into the steel tubing.
8.
Insert the tubing and detonating cord through the center hole of the alignment
fixture on one end of the gun. Pass the detonating cord through the entire
length of the charge holder tube.
9.
Begin loading the charge holder tube from one end only. Allow a length of
detonating cord equal to the tandem length plus three inches to extend past the
alignment fixture.
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10. Position the first charge hole in the up position. Insert a charge through the first
charge hole of the charge holder tube. Position the detonating cord in the
groove at the base of the charge case. Firmly push the charge into the small
hole in the backside of the charge holder tube. Ensure the charge is aligned so
the detonating cord properly passes through the slot on each side of the small
hole in the backside of the charge holder tube. Bend the tabs on the charge
holder over the top of the shaped charge case by inserting a screwdriver into
the charge holder slot next to the charge. Twist or rotate the screwdriver to
bend the tab over the edge of the charge case only. Do not bend the tab over
the liner in the shaped charge.
11. Rotate the charge holder tube to the next charge hole, and repeat Step 10.
Continue this procedure until the charge holder tube has been loaded with the
appropriate number of charges.
CAUTION
When using the 40 grains/ft flat, ribbon detonating cord, verify the spiral
of ribbon cord is consistent with the spiral of the charge holes in the
charge holder tube.
Guideline for the use of Dummy Charge Cases:

If there is a blank section at the top or bottom end of the charge holder tube,
three charge holes should have dummy charges inserted to support the
detonating cord and retain the booster in the proper position.
12. Check the screws on the end of the charge holder tube to make sure they are
screwed tightly into the alignment fixture.
13. Slide a 1 in. O.D. X 24 in. long piece of PVC tubing over the end of the
detonating cord to protect and guide the detonating cord as the charge holder
assembly is positioned into the gun.
14. Line up the loaded charge holder assembly with the gun, making sure that the
last charge is aligned with the last scallop, and the set screw in the alignment
fixture is aligned with the slot in the gun.
15. Carefully push the charge holder assembly into the gun. Allow the alignment
fixture to be accessible for measuring and boostering the detonating cord. After
installing the booster on one end, carefully slide the charge holder assembly
through the gun to reveal the alignment fixture on the opposite end. Measure
and booster the detonating cord.
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16. Install boosters on both ends of the gun following the Booster Installation
procedures.
Booster Installation
a. Use the detonating cord cutting assembly (P/N 100157353) and a singleedge razor blade (P/N 100005384) to cut the 40 grains/ft ribbon
detonating cord to the correct length.
PHOTO 1
b. It is essential to have a good, clean, square cut of the detonating cord
assuring there is absolutely no loss of powder from the end of the cord.
Fully and firmly insert the detonating cord into the booster cavity. Place a
mark on the detonating cord at the end of the booster to identify its proper
position when fully inserted.
PHOTO 2
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c. Carefully remove the booster. Place the grommet (P/N 100157596) into
the booster. Insert the detonating cord into the grommet/booster. Make
sure there is no loss of explosive powder from the end of the
detonating cord. Assure the detonating cord is fully inserted into the
booster to the reference mark.
PHOTO 3
d. It is important to make sure that the booster remains firmly pressed onto
the end of the detonating cord while the booster is being crimped.
PHOTO 4
CAUTION
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Extreme care must be taken not to pull the detonating cord from
inside the booster. The grommet must be fully inserted into the
booster and both must be firmly held to the detonating cord while
crimping.
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17. Once the boosters have been installed on both ends, position the charge holder
assembly with each alignment fixture equal distance from each end of the gun.
Tighten each set screw into the slot on each end of the gun with a "T" handled
Allen wrench, and back off turn.
18. Install snap rings on each end of the gun to ensure proper spacing between the
charge holder assembly and tandem connectors.
19. Make-up the appropriate tandem connectors, with the proper orings and
alignment inserts installed, as required.
Note
While installing the tandem subs into the gun, visually check the center
hole of the tandem sub to ensure the booster and detonating cord are
passing through the tandem bore into the alignment insert. After the
tandem subs have been tightened, the boosters should be flush to 1/8
in. recessed below the top of the alignment insert. Do not allow the
booster to extend past the end of the alignment insert.
20. Install steel thread protectors on both ends of the gun.

P/N 101282716 Steel protector for a 2.00 in. pin end.
P/N 101289287 Steel protector for a 2.00 in. box end.
P/N 101272858 Steel protector for a 1 11/16 in. FH crossover pin end.
21. Clearly mark the loaded and blank sections of the gun. Number the top of the
gun to indicate its position in the perforating gun assembly.
VannGun Spacer Loading Procedures

Gun spacer assemblies are used to provide the blank or non-perforated sections
between the perforated intervals while maintaining the continuity of the ballistics train in
the gun assembly. They are also used as safety spacers between the firing head and
the top shot of the gun assembly. Venting grooved tandem and pin x box
connectors should be used on top of all spacer assemblies to allow safe venting
of trapped wellbore pressure in spacer sections.
Generally, gun spacer assemblies will be loaded with the same size carrier as the
loaded intervals. However, availability of equipment or procedures may dictate that a
smaller size carrier be used for the spacer assemblies.
The gun from the shipping assembly may be used as a spacer by simply removing the
charge holder assembly from the gun or by only ordering the hollow carrier. Check the
parts lists for the part number of the VannGun needed.
Note
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It is recommended that all gun spacers be thoroughly cleaned upon retrieval

from the well. Gun spacers should be used as a loaded gun on the next
possible job.
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1.
Visually inspect all tandem subs for any defects. Clean threads and oring
grooves. Ensure that the hole through the middle of each tandem is free of any
debris or obstructions. Refer to the oring charts, and select the proper oring for
the application. Install the correct orings on all connectors.
2.
Clean all excess mill and machine oil from the inside of the gun.
3.
Clean gun threads and seal surfaces.
4.
Cut a piece of detonating cord approximately 18 in. longer than the gun to be
used. Pass the detonating cord through the gun.
5. Insert one end of the detonating cord through a standard pin x box sub. Makeup the pin x box into the bottom of the gun and tighten.
6. Use the VannGun spacer kit (P/N 100008024), which contains a modified
miniature PAI, 0.50-in. long det cord support tube, washer, and retaining ring to
properly retain the bi-directional booster in the pin x box.
7. Slide the 3/16-in. flat washer over the end of the detonating cord. Next, slide the
0.50-in. det cord support tube onto the detonating cord, flared-end first.
8.
Measure the detonating cord to the proper length and make a clean, straight
cut. This can be done with the detonating cord cutting fixture (P/N 100157353)
and a single edge razor blade (P/N 100005384).
9.
Place the proper booster over the end of the detonating cord, and crimp into
place with the booster crimp tool assembly (P/N 100157262).
10. Position the 0.50-in. det cord support tube against the booster, and crimp in
place on the detonating cord.
11. Slide the modified alignment insert over the booster and det cord support tube.
Then, slide the alignment insert into the hole of the pin box. Install the
retaining ring against the alignment insert.
CAUTION
Make sure the detonating cord does not get pinched or kinked
behind the alignment insert during the installation of the insert into
the pin box.
When using the AAI, carefully press the insert into the pin box.
12. Insert the detonating cord on the opposite end of the gun through the venting
grooved tandem (extra long pin thread up). Make up the tandem into the gun
and tighten.
13. Pass the detonating cord through the venting pin x box. Make up the venting
pin x box to the top of the venting grooved tandem.
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Loading Procedures
14. Use the VannGun spacer kit (P/N 100008024), which contains a modified
miniature PAI, 0.50-in. long det cord support tube, washer, and retaining ring to
properly retain the bi-directional booster in the pin x box.
15. Slide the 3/16-in. flat washer over the end of the detonating cord. Next, slide
the 0.50-in. det cord support tube onto the detonating cord, flared-end first.
16. Remove excess slack in the detonating cord. Make the cut on the detonating
cord from the end of the venting pin x box according to the length of the gun
spacer.
2.50 in. for 4 ft or 8 ft VannGun spacers
3.00 in. for 11 ft VannGun spacers
17. Measure the detonating cord to the proper length and make a clean, straight
cut. This can be done with the detonating cord cutting fixture (P/N 100157353)
and a single edge razor blade (P/N 100005384).
18. Place the proper booster over the end of the detonating cord, and crimp into
place with the booster crimp tool assembly (P/N 100157262).
19. Position the 0.50-in. det cord support tube against the booster, and crimp in
place on the detonating cord.
20. Slide the modified alignment insert over the booster and det cord support tube.
Then, slide the alignment insert into the hole of the venting pin x box. Install the
retaining ring against the alignment insert.
21. Install steel thread protectors on both ends of the gun.
P/N 101282716 Steel protector for a 2.00 in. pin end.
P/N 101289287 Steel protector for a 2.00 in. box end.
P/N 101272858 Steel protector for a 1 11/16 in. FH crossover pin end.
22. Clearly mark the gun to indicate it is a spacer assembly, and identify the type of
explosives used. Number the spacer assembly to indicate its position in the
perforating assembly
Note
For complete spacer gun assemblies, either 40 grains/ft. flat, ribbon or 80

grains/ft. round detonating cord can be used.
A teflon grommet (P/N 100157596) must be used to adapt the 40
grains/ft. flat, ribbon detonating cord to the booster.
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Chapter 1
Loading Procedures
Figure 3 Venting Tandems for 2.00 in. Spacer Guns
2.00 in. Loaded or Spacer Gun
Standard 2.00 in. Pin X Box
2.00 in. Venting Pin X Box

(Extra Long Box Thread)
P/N - 101287102
2.00 in. Venting Grooved Tandem

(Extra Long Top Pin Thread)
P/N - 101287103
2.00 in. Spacer Gun
Note
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When pulling guns from the well, the venting pin x box sub must be
disconnected from the venting grooved tandem to properly vent trapped gas
from the spacer gun.
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Chapter 2
Downloading Procedures
There will be circumstances that will require the downloading of, or removal of,
explosives from previously loaded guns. It must be accomplished with safety foremost
in the minds of everyone involved in the process. The explosives used are safe to
handle as long as proven safety rules are followed. Most accidents involving shaped
charges are the result of violations of known safety procedures. The results of these
accidents range from minor to massive facility damage, permanent physical
impairments, and loss of life. The Halliburton Explosive Safety training course presents
the proper safety procedures for handling and working with explosives.
Safety Precautions
1. Load only in designated areas. Floors are to be covered with rubber mats and
outlined with red paint to denote the designated area.
2. No open flames, welding, or sparking devices are to be used in the loading area
while handling explosives.
3. No smoking in the loading area while handling explosives.
4. Use only the tools designed to be used with or for explosive loading.
5. Do not attempt to modify the explosives' components.
6. Use only the proper razor blades and cutting blocks to cut detonating cord.
NEVER use side cutters, pocketknives, scissors, or cap crimpers to cut
detonating cord. PYX aluminum covered detonating cord is cut using a small
pipe cutter.
7. All loaded guns should have steel thread protectors installed in both ends and
should be marked to show the type of explosive and job name.
8. Load only those guns needed for immediate jobs.
9. Place all unused and scrap explosives in the proper magazine.
10. DO NOT strike or hammer on any explosive component or device, including the
charge holder assembly while attempting to position it inside the gun carrier.
11. If the charge holder assembly cannot be positioned by hand, use a piece of
PVC pipe to cover and protect the detonating cord. Push against the PVC pipe
to position the charge holder assembly.
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Chapter 2
Unloading Shaped Charges

a.
When unloading an explosive assembly, remove the first charge and

pack it back into the manufacturers original packaging in its individual
packaging position.
b.
Where possible, match the date codes for the charges with the boxes. If
it is not already marked, then mark the box with the correct date codes.
c.
Transfer the charges one at a time from the gun to the package.
Complete the task and then remove the next charge.
d.
Ensure that no two charges are in contact with each other. There
should always be packing material between the charges.
e.
The orientation of each layer of charges is important. The charges are

packed so that the outer layer of charges has the liner cavity to the
inside of the box. The charges are packed in layers so that in the event
of a detonation during transport, the explosive jets would be shooting
into another charge facing the opposite direction. This will disrupt the
jetting action of the charge.
f.
When the box is full, close and secure the box. Record the contents
and store the materials in a magazine.
VannGun Downloading Procedures

In some instances, a full download will be required to remove all explosives from the
gun. In other situations, a partial download will be required where only a portion of the
charges will be removed. The partial download is normally associated with a change in
the perforating interval or the number of shots per foot (SPF).
Full Download
1. Remove the steel protectors from each end of the gun.
2. Remove the gun connectors (grooved tandem, pin box, crossover tandem,
etc.).
3. Cut the bi-directional boosters from the detonating cord.
4.
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5.
Loosen the set screws on each end of the gun and carefully remove the loaded
charge holder assembly from the gun.
Note
In the event the set screw in the alignment fixture becomes stripped, one
of the following may be useful to loosen the screw in order to remove the
charge holder tube from the gun.
a.
Use a new Allen wrench, or grind the worn end from the existing
wrench.
b.
Use a screw extractor or "easy out" to engage and remove the

stripped set screw.
If neither of the above is successful, contact TCP Technology, TCP Global

Advisor, or Jet Research Center for further instructions.
6.
Bend back the charge tabs. Remove each charge individually from the charge
holder tube and pack it back into the manufacturers original packaging in its
individual packaging position.
7.
Pull out the detonating cord from the center of the charge tube.
8.
Properly store all explosives once they are removed from the gun.
Partial Download
1.
Remove the steel protectors from each end of the gun.
2.
Remove the tandem connectors (grooved tandem, pin box, crossover

tandem, etc.).
3.
Remove the snap rings from each end of the gun.
3.
Loosen the set screws on each alignment fixture and carefully remove the
loaded charge holder assembly from the gun.
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Note
In the event the set screw in the alignment fixture becomes stripped, one
of the following may be useful to loosen the screw in order to remove the
charge holder tube from the gun.
a.
Use a new Allen wrench, or grind the worn end from the existing
wrench.
b.
Use a screw extractor or "easy out" to engage and remove the

stripped set screw.
If neither of the above is successful, contact TCP Technology, TCP Global

Advisor, or Jet Research Center for further instructions.
4.
Bend back the retaining tabs. Remove the appropriate charges individually and
pack back into the manufacturers original packaging.
Note
If charges are removed one end of the gun, three dummy charges must be
inserted to support the detonating cord and retain the booster in the
proper position.
5.
Reinstall and align the charge holder as outlined in the "Loading Procedures."
Replace the orings on the gun connectors, and reinstall in the gun.
6.
Properly store all explosives once they are removed from the gun.
VannGun Spacer Downloading Procedures

1. If downloading of the spacer assembly is necessary, remove the steel
protectors from both ends of the spacer gun.
2. Remove the retaining ring in the venting pin x box sub in the top of the gun and
extract the modified PAI.
3. Pull out the booster, det cord support tube and washer. Remove the booster by
cutting the detonating cord below the det cord support tube.
4. Remove the retaining ring in the standard pin x box sub in the bottom of the gun
and extract the modified PAI.
5. Pull out the booster, det cord support tube and washer. Remove the booster by
cutting the detonating cord below the det cord support tube.
6. Pull out the remaining length of detonating cord.
7. Properly store all explosives once they are removed from the gun.
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Chapter 3
Technical Data
Explosives
Extra High Temperature Explosive Requirements
(PYX or HNS)
When loading a job where PYX or HNS explosives are utilized, and the bottomhole
temperature is 350o F or greater, the following steps should be taken to minimize the
chance of a ballistics failure.
1. Remove all oily or greasy residue from all internal surfaces of the gun
assembly. This would include guns, charge holder tubes, end alignment
rings, charge clips, and tandems. Use LPS-A-151 degreaser because it
leaves no residue. This step is extremely important. To order LPS-A-151,
use the following part numbers:
P/N 100157361 15-oz aerosol spray can
P/N 100157362 1 gallon can
P/N 100157363 5 gallon can
2. Refer to the ORING selection charts in Chapter 5 for proper oring selection,
whether to use backup rings, oring lubricant, thread lubricant, and alignment
insert type.
3. Check for oring compatibility with wellbore fluids.
4. Check the pressure limitations of the gun system to be used.
5.
Charge holder tubes should be used in gun spacer assemblies, using a

minimum of four dummy charges at the top and bottom of each spacer gun.
Note
PYX can become desensitized when exposed to an oil-based

lubricant in combination with temperatures 350o F and above.
Systems testing may be necessary for high pressure/high temperature (HP/HT)

applications and the use of extra high temperature explosives. Contact TCP
Technology, TCP Global Advisors or Jet Research Center for more information.
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Technical Data
Time vs. Temperature Charts

(oF) Operational Limits for Hollow Carrier Gun Systems
NOTE: THIS CHART IS VALID FOR THE EXPLOSIVE TRAIN INSIDE HOLLOW CARRIER GUNS ONLY:
(NON ELECTRIC BOOSTERS, DETONATING CORD, AND SHAPED CHARGES)

IT IS NOT VALID FOR TCP FIRING SYSTEMS, ELECTRIC DETONATORS, OR CAPSULE GUNS.
CONTACT JET RESEARCH CENTER FOR INFORMATION REGARDING THESE OTHER COMPONENTS.
650
600
Temperature oF
550
500
450
PYX
400
HNS
350
300
250
HMX
200
RDX
150
10
TIME (Hours)
100
1000
CONTACT JET RESEARCH CENTER FOR RECOMMENDATIONS AND

POSSIBLE NEED FOR SYSTEMS TESTING.
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(oC) Operational Limits for Hollow Carrier Gun Systems

NOTE: THIS CHART IS VALID FOR THE EXPLOSIVE TRAIN INSIDE HOLLOW CARRIER GUNS ONLY:
(NON ELECTRIC BOOSTERS, DETONATING CORD, AND SHAPED CHARGES)

IT IS NOT VALID FOR TCP FIRING SYSTEMS, ELECTRIC DETONATORS, OR CAPSULE GUNS.
CONTACT JET RESEARCH CENTER FOR INFORMATION REGARDING THESE OTHER COMPONENTS.
343
316
Temperature oC
288
260
232
PYX
204
HNS
177
149
121
HMX
93
RDX
66
10
TIME (Hours)
100
1000
CONTACT JET RESEARCH CENTER FOR RECOMMENDATIONS AND

POSSIBLE NEED FOR SYSTEMS TESTING.
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Thermal Decomposition of Explosives

Explosives are energetic materials with decomposition rates that are exponential functions of
temperature. At room temperature, where the decomposition rate is extremely small, the
effective shelf life of an explosive can be 1 million years. However, the same material will
react within microseconds at 825o C. Other decomposition rates and corresponding lifetimes
exist between these two extremes. The decomposition of explosives is a process that
generates heat and releases gaseous by-products. This decomposition is called thermal
outgassing and if the heat generated by decomposition can be balanced by heat dissipation
to the surroundings, then the explosive quietly decomposes until none remains. If, however,
the heat generated by decomposition is not removed quickly enough, then it is possible for
the process to become unstable and the reaction to accelerate uncontrollably until an
explosion occurs (sometimes called thermal runaway). The process can be stated in simple
terms.
Rate of temperature = Rate of heat generation - Rate of heat loss to the
rise in the explosive
due to decomposition
surroundings due to conduction
The first term on the right-hand side of the equation is an exponential function of
temperatures. The second term is linear with respect to temperature. Thus, it becomes
apparent that as the temperature increases, the heat generated by decomposition quickly
begins to dominate and can result in a variety of outcomes, including catastrophic thermal
explosion. To aggravate the process further, it is also possible that the gaseous by-products
generated by decomposition can serve as catalysts to the reaction, thus increasing the rate
even more.
The outcomes of thermal decomposition are somewhat distinct and can be divided into the
following categories:
Full detonation a supersonic reaction consuming all explosive material. Fragments

are formed from metallic charge cases, and jets are produced from lined cavity
devices.
Partial detonation some of the energetic material is consumed by detonation, but

other explosive material may be thrown burning or unreacted. The reaction along the
length of the explosive train may cut off.
Explosion (strong deflagration) a subsonic but rapid burning of the explosive

material leading to violent rupture of confining cases and pressure vessels.
Deflagration a slightly less rapid reaction than an explosion but still sufficiently
strong enough to rupture cases and pressure vessels into large, relatively slowmoving pieces.
Burning (weak deflagration) a consumption of energetic material by flame. No

significant breakup of cases or metallic components occur. The shell of detonating
cord may remain intact.
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Exudation (extrusion) the energetic material extrudes, or flows out of its confining
structure. Exudation may result in the energetic material coming into contact with
other materials not chemically compatible with energetics, which may stimulate more
violent reactions.
Performance degradation no violent reactions have occurred, but the explosive has
thermally degraded to the point it compromises performance and/or reliability.
Quiet decomposition the explosive has decomposed at a rate corresponding to its

thermal history, but the amount of decomposition is so slight it does not compromise
performance or reliability.
In order to provide guidelines for quiet decomposition versus violent events, time-temperature
curves have been generated for various explosives. An updated set of curves that reflects the
best knowledge for both wireline and Tubing Conveyed Perforating time frames is located in
this manual. As long as conditions remain below the time-temperature curve for a given
explosive, it will function properly. If conditions go above the curve, quiet decomposition may
or may not take place, which means it is entirely possible that a violent event can occur.
Thus, ensure procedures are in place to stay below the curves. It is also important to
recognize that no safety factor has been built into these curves, and this must be accounted
for when planning any downhole job requiring the use of energetic materials. Always consider
the accuracy of the bottomhole temperature and how long the explosives will remain at that
temperature under worst case conditions. Adjust accordingly. Past experience related to
exposure time has shown that a minimum safety factor of 50% should be applied when
choosing the explosive type. For example, if the estimated time on bottom is 60 hours, then
add 30 hours for a total of 90 hours when selecting an explosive from the time-temperature
chart.
The curve is applicable only for hollow carrier guns where the explosive is exposed solely to
the effects of temperature. In the case of capsule guns, where detonation cord is exposed to
both temperature and pressure, the time-temperature relationship is different. The topic is
covered in Engineering Technical Bulletin E-138. Also, the dotted-line portions of the curves
are extrapolations of what the time-temperature relationships would be for longer exposure
times. For any jobs that fall in these extrapolated ranges of time, it is mandatory that an
explosive systems test be conducted at Jet Research Center.
For more information on the subject of thermal decomposition, please contact Jet Research
Center, Alvarado, Texas.
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Technical Data
Orings
Oring/Fluid/Temperature Compatibility Chart
1000F
AMINES
3250F
3500F
4000F
5000F
5,3,4
5,3,4
1,2,3,4,5
3,4
4,5
HYDROCHLORIC ACID
3,4,5
3,4,5
4,5
HYDROFLUROIC ACID
HYDROGEN SULFIDE
5,4
POTASSIUM CHLORIDE
1,2,3,4,5
3,4,5
4,5
SODIUM CHLORIDE
1,2,3,4,5
3,4,5
4,5
SODIUM BROMIDE
5,3,4
5,3,4
ZINC BROMIDE
5,3,4
5,3,4
1,2,3,4
3,4
4,5
CALCIUM BROMIDE
CARBON DIOXIDE
HYDROCARBONS
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Note 1
Note 2
Nitrile (Parker-N-1059-90 or National C-67)

Nitrile (Parker-N-1059-90 or National C-67 w/ Engineering Spec. Backups)
Viton (National V-25)
Viton with Backups (National V-25 w/ Engineering Spec. Backups)
Aflas with Backups (Engineering Spec. on both)
When more than one choice exists in a box, the choices are listed in order of
decreasing preference.
If a number appears in any row in any temperature range, it will also be an
acceptable choice for any temperature range lower than the one in which it
appears in that row. It will not, however, be the preferred choice.
BACKUP RINGS SHOULD ALWAYS BE USED IF WELL PRESSURES

ARE TO EXCEED 13,000 PSI.
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Oring Selection Chart Based on Temperature/Pressure
COMPOUND
MAXIMUM TEMPERATURE
AND PRESSURE
*WITH
*WITHOUT
PEEK
PEEK
B/U
B/U RINGS
RINGS
ORING
LUBRICANT
THREAD
LUBRICANT
PAI
(TYPE)
Downhole
Grease
or
Thread Dope
PAI to
3500F
Buna-N
20K psi or
3250F
13K psi or
3250F
Downhole Grease
Viton
(V-25)
20K psi or
4000F
13K psi or
3500F
DC-4
100005385
Dry Moly
100026254
20K psi or
5000F
Do not run
Aflas Orings
w/o Peek B/U
rings under any
operating
conditions.
DC-4
100005385
Dry Moly
100026254
**Aflas
*
**
1
2
Aluminum
3500F
and up
Per HES Specification 993.19

Per HES Specification 993.20
Aflas a trademark of Asahi Glass Co. Ltd. Propylene-Tetrafloroethylene.
PEEK a trademark of ICI Americas Inc. Poly-Ether-Ether-Ketone.
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2.00 in. VannGun Weight Chart English Units

GUN
SYSTEM
2.00 in.
4spf
2.00 in.
6spf
BULL
PLUG
(LBS)
PXB
XOVER
(LBS)
GT
(LBS)
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
FH
GUN
XOVER LENGTH
(LBS)
(FT)
3.00
3.00
3.00
3.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.00
7.00
11.00
21.00
4.00
7.00
11.00
21.00
GUN
WEIGHT
(LBS)
ASSY
LENGTH
(FT)
SPACER
WEIGHT
(LBS/FT)
SHIPPING
ASSY WT.
(LBS)
BLANK
WEIGHT
(LBS/FT)
CHARGE
TYPE/GRAMS
15.98
27.97
43.96
83.92
15.13
26.49
41.62
79.46
4.56
7.56
11.56
21.56
4.56
7.56
11.56
21.56
5.04
4.63
4.41
4.22
4.63
4.30
4.12
3.96
19.13
32.85
51.14
96.86
17.67
30.60
47.85
90.96
6.18
5.81
5.62
5.45
5.96
5.71
5.58
5.47
Millennium / 6.8
Millennium / 6.8
Millennium / 6.8
Millennium / 6.8
Millennium / 6.8
Millennium / 6.8
Millennium / 6.8
Millennium / 6.8
CHARGE
NO. of
WEIGHT
CHARGES
(LBS)
0.19
0.19
0.19
0.19
0.19
0.19
0.19
0.19
12
24
40
80
18
36
60
120
FULLY
LOADED
(LBS)
FULLY
LOADED
(LBS/FT)
28.41
44.41
65.74
119.06
27.56
43.91
65.72
120.24
6.23
5.87
5.69
5.52
6.04
5.81
5.69
5.58
FULLY
LOADED
(KGS)
FULLY
LOADED
(KGS/M)
12.89
20.14
29.82
54.00
12.50
19.92
29.81
54.54
9.27
8.74
8.46
8.22
8.99
8.64
8.46
8.30
2.00 in. VannGun Weight Chart Metric Units

GUN
SYSTEM
39.62 mm
13spm
39.62 mm
20spm
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BULL
PLUG
(KGS)
1.82
1.82
1.82
1.82
1.82
1.82
1.82
1.82
PXB
GT
XOVER (KGS)
(KGS)
1.36
1.36
1.36
1.36
1.36
1.36
1.36
1.36
1.81
1.81
1.81
1.81
1.36
1.36
1.36
1.36
FH
GUN
XOVER LENGTH
(KGS)
(M)
1.36
1.36
1.36
1.36
1.81
1.81
1.81
1.81
1.22
2.13
3.35
6.40
1.22
2.13
3.35
6.40
GUN
WEIGHT
(KGS)
ASSY
LENGTH
(M)
SPACER
WEIGHT
(KGS/M)
SHIPPING
ASSY WT.
(LBS)
BLANK
WEIGHT
(KGS/M)
CHARGE
TYPE/GRAMS
7.25
12.69
19.94
38.06
6.86
12.01
18.88
36.04
1.39
2.30
3.52
6.57
1.39
2.30
3.52
6.57
7.50
6.88
6.56
6.28
6.90
6.39
6.13
5.90
8.68
14.90
23.19
43.93
8.01
13.88
21.70
41.26
9.19
8.65
8.37
8.11
8.88
8.51
8.31
8.14
Millennium / 6.8
Millennium / 6.8
Millennium / 6.8
Millennium / 6.8
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Millennium / 6.8
Millennium / 6.8
CHARGE
NO. of
WEIGHT
CHARGES
(KGS)
0.086
0.086
0.086
0.086
0.086
0.086
0.086
0.086
12
24
40
80
18
36
60
120
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VannGun Stretch Due To Thermal Expansion

When steel is exposed to an increase in temperature, the steel will experience a
positive change in its length or thermal expansion.
The thermal expansion of the gun assembly should be taken into consideration when
the overall length of the perforating assembly exceeds 1,000 ft, and there are short
intervals to be perforated within the overall interval.
Calculations
There is a simple equation to calculate the thermal expansion of a particular length of
steel.
Stretch (in.)
Length of Guns (ft.)
Coefficient of Steel
Change in Temperature
= Length of guns (ft) coefficient of steel

change In temperature (F).
= Distance from the top shot to the bottom shot.
= 0.0000828.
= The bottomhole temperature at midpoint of the
perforated depth minus the ambient
temperature (F).
Example
Ambient temperature
= 80F
Bottomhole temperature at midpoint of perforations
Overall perforated interval = 2,200 ft.
Stretch = 2,200 (260 - 80) 0.0000828
= 260F
= 32.79 in.
There are other equations and methods of calculating stretch due to thermal expansion.
Using the example, the thermal expansion calculated should always be accurate within
10%. If the customer feels that the gun length should be corrected for thermal
expansion, and prefers a different equation or method, use the customers method to
determine the stretch in the perforating assembly.
Once the gain in length due to thermal expansion has been calculated, it can be allowed
for in the gun loading procedure. One way of doing this would be to make an
incremental correction at every 100 ft. In the example, the length of every 100 ft needs
to be corrected by shortening it by 1.49 in.
Another method would be to calculate the change in length for each gun. In order to
accomplish this, using the same example, first change the expansion to feet, 32.79/12 =
2.7325 ft
Next, divide the overall interval by the length of guns to be used at ambient conditions.
2,200 ft/22.72 ft = 96.8 guns
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Technical Data
Divide the thermal expansion by the number of guns that will be required.
2.735 ft/96 = 0.028 ft
Add this to the ambient length of the gun.
22.72 ft + 0.028 ft = 22.748 ft
Use this calculated length when preparing the loading sheet.
Additional Considerations
There are other factors that can affect the overall length of the guns, such as stretch
due to weight, stretch due to reverse ballooning, and shortening due to buoyancy. The
change in length effect of these factors is relatively small when compared to the thermal
expansion effect. In addition, the buoyancy, which causes the gun assembly to shorten,
tends to cancel out the stretch of weight and reverse ballooning.
All parties involved should be aware that trying to perforate short zones contained in
long overall intervals is difficult. This is primarily due to the differences in log
measurements and the actual tally of the perforating assembly, along with thermal
expansion, weight effects, reverse ballooning, and buoyancy. The longer the overall
interval, the greater the chance for errors between the log and proper placement of the
guns.
This is the primary reason placing the radioactive tag as close to the top shot as
possible is recommended for correlating purposes. Correlating closer to the top shot
provides the best possible chance for placing the gun assembly at the correct depth.
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Chapter 4
Running Procedures
Make-up and Running Procedures

To minimize the time required to make up the perforating assembly while running in the
well, decide whether to pick up the guns in singles, doubles, or triples before running
the guns into the wellbore. This is usually determined by method of transportation,
perforating interval length, location facilities, personnel availability, wellsite facilities, etc.
The process may be completed before shipping the guns to the wellsite, or after arriving
at the wellsite.
1. Lay out all guns in order from the bottom to the top.
2. Raise the gun assembly to the rig floor by use of a lifting line (air hoist, crane,
etc.).
3. Install lift subs on the grooved tandems of all gun pick-ups.
Note
If a bottom-mounted firing head is run, it must not be installed until the

bottom gun has been lifted and is hanging in the elevators above the rig
floor.
4. Pick up the bottom gun section by attaching the elevators to the lift sub, and set
it in the slips. Install the support plate, thread, and tighten the retaining bolt.
Lower the blocks slowly to ensure the slips are holding.
5. Remove the elevators from the lift sub. Remove the lift sub from the grooved
tandem. Install the proper orings and backup rings if required. Install the thread
protector on the grooved tandem. Pick up the next gun section using the same
procedures.
6. Position the next gun section to the side of the previous section while hanging
in the elevators. Remove the thread protector from the box end of the gun.
Verify the position of the bi-directional booster.
7. Remove the thread protector on the grooved tandem of the gun positioned in
the slips and apply a small amount of thread lubricant to the orings and threads.
Have the driller lower the upper gun slowly and carefully.
Note
If another lubricant should be needed, check the supply thoroughly for

any foreign material by using your finger for application to the threads.
Foreign objects may damage the orings or the seal surface.
8. Guide the upper gun section carefully over the lower gun section until the
threads of the two connectors are engaged. Slack off an additional 6 in.
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9. Ensuring the two gun sections are properly aligned, begin threading the guns
together using a 36-in. pipe wrench. Have only one person handling the pipe
wrench until the threads are fully made up. Verify that the lift sub is rotating in
the elevators.
10. Using a cheater pipe on the steel pipe wrench on the upper gun section and a
backup steel pipe wrench on the lower gun section, tighten the connection. Do
not use rig tongs for this process as they can easily overtighten the
connection and possibly damage the gun and/or the connectors.
11. Pick up the made-up gun sections. Remove the slips and support plate. Lower
the gun sections through the rotary table until positioned to make the next
connection.
12. Repeat Steps 2 through 11 until the entire perforating assembly has been run
into the wellbore.
Note
Do not attach the top firing head(s) until the entire gun assembly has
been made-up and positioned in the wellbore.
13. After the guns have been made up, strap the perforating assembly and
compare it to the perforation interval supplied by the operator.
14. Attach the appropriate firing head to the uppermost gun. Make up the remaining
bottomhole assembly, and run into the proper perforating depth. Refer to the
applicable firing head tool manual for the proper running procedures.
Washover/Fishing Instructions
The instructions covered in this section are general washover/fishing procedures for any
size VannGun should they become sanded up or stuck. These instructions were
provided by PETCO Fishing Company through their experience in fishing tubing
conveyed guns. Included is a listing of gun sizes that can be washed over without
milling/trimming the OD of the gun in particular casing sizes.
It should be noted that these instructions/guidelines are to be used in a manner to show
or instruct customers that our guns can be washed over and retrieved without problems
should the guns become sanded up.
It is not recommended to use a gun system in a particular casing size where there is
insufficient clearance to wash over when perforating in a highly unconsolidated
formation. Items of this nature should be discussed with the client before selecting a
gun system. Is he willing to accept the risk of milling guns versus better performance?
The selection of gun systems clearly calls for trade-offs. As the casing size decreases, it
is even more difficult to find gun systems that combine performance with the capability
to fish the guns.
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Chapter 4
Note
Running Procedures
These instructions are only for information purposes or when contacting a

fishing tool company concerning proper procedure.
PETCO Procedure for Fishing 4 5/8-in. OD VannGun Inside

7 in. 32-lb., 7 in. 35-lb. or 7 in. 38-lb. Casing
1. Release VannSystems Mechanical Tubing Release, or make a chemical cut in

the 2 3/8-in. tubing pup joint below the packer and above the VannGun.
2. Cut over and retrieve the packer using a PETCO J-type packer retrieving
assembly.
3. Wash over 4 5/8-in. OD VannGun with 90-ft 5 1/2-in.17-lb WP washpipe,
using 5 3/4-in. OD ocean wave shoe dressed straight ahead (washpipe ID
4.892 in.).
4. Go back with 5 9/16-in. OD Series 150 overshot dressed to catch the tubing
collar below the MTR finger sub or 2 3/8-in. OD cut tubing, 3 1/2-in. OD oil and
bumper jars, and six 3 1/2-in. OD drill collars.
PETCO Procedure for Washing Over 5-in. OD VannGun

Inside 7 in. 32-lb. or 7 in. 38-lb. Casing
1. Release VannSystems Mechanical Tubing Release, or make a chemical cut in

the 2 3/8-in. tubing pup joint below the packer and above the VannGun.
2. Cut over and retrieve the packer using the PETCO J-type packer retrieving
assembly.
3. Wash over the 5-in. OD VannGun with 5 3/4-in. OD 4 5/8-in. ID packer style
shoe, (smooth OD) 90-ft 5 1/2-in.17-lb WP washpipe, and trim off the OD of
the gun to enable the washpipe to go.
4. Go back with 5 9/16-in. OD series 150 overshot dressed to catch the tubing
collar below the MTR finger sub or 2 3/8-in. OD cut tubing, 3 1/2-in. OD oil and
bumper jars, and six 3 1/2-in. OD drill collars.
Note
09/24/02
These instructions are only for information purposes or when contacting a

fishing tool company concerning proper procedure.
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Running Procedures
Gun Washover/Fishing Table

GUN O.D. (inches) *
(Before Shooting /
After Shooting)
Max. Shot
Density (per ft)
1.563
1.563 / 1.745
1.563 / 1.76
4SPF
6SPF
All 4 in.
2.000
2.000 / 2.166
2.000 / 2.203
4SPF
6SPF
All 4 in.
2.500
2.500 / TBD***
2.500 / 2.67
4SPF
6SPF
4 in. 13.5 #/ft.
2.750 / 2.97
2.750 / 2.97
2.750 / 3.09
4SPF
5SPF
6SPF
3.125 / 3.25
3.375 / 3.68
3.375 / 3.68
3.375 / 3.53
9SPF
4SPF
6SPF
12SPF
4.000 / 4.40
4.625 / 4.87
4.625 / 4.88
4.625 / 4.86
4.625 / 4.87
4.625 / 4.96
4.625 / 4.79
5.000 / 5.20
5.000 / 5.30
5.000 / 5.23
5.125 / 5.41
5.125 / 5.21
5.125 / 5.38
5.125 / 5.36
6SPF
5SPF
6SPF
8SPF
11SPF
12SPF
14SPF
12SPF
14SPF
18SPF
6SPF
12SPF
14SPF
21SPF
6.000
6.000 / 6.12
12SPF
All 9 5/8 in.
6.500
6.500 / 6.79
14SPF
All 9 5/8 in.
7.000
7.000 / 7.14
7.000 / 7.15
12SPF
14SPF
All 9 5/8 in.
GUN SIZE (in.)
2.750
3.125
3.375
4.000
4.625
5.000
5.125
*
**
TBD***
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Min. Casing Size

(for washing over w/o
milling guns)
4 in. 9.5 #/ft.

5 in. 15.0 #/ft.
5 in. 23 #/ft
All 6 5/8 in.
7 in. 35.0 #/ft.
7 in. 26.0 #/ft. **
7 5/8 in.
- Worst Case - Atmospheric pressure, submerged in water.

- It is possible to washover 5 in. guns in 7 in. 29# casing but washover pipe
to be used is not a common size and is difficult to find.
- To Be Determined.
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CHAPTER 5 Parts Lists, Assembly

Drawings and Specifications
2.00 in. VannGun
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Chapter 5
Parts Lists, Assembly Drawings and Specifications
2.00 in. 4SPF 0o VannGun

Parts List
(D00029605)
Shipping Assembly P/Ns

101235772 2.00 in. 4SPF 0o X 4
101235773 2.00 in. 4SPF 0o X 7
101235774 2.00 in. 4SPF 0o X 11
101235775 2.00 in. 4SPF 0o X 15
101235776 2.00 in. 4SPF 0o X 21
ITEM P/N
1
101235752
101235753
101235755
101235756
101235757
2
101235758
101235760
101235761
101235763
101235765
3
101234456
4
100028832
5
101234459
6
101236979
7
100001953
100064832
101292869
101227517
8
100001951
100064830
101233079
101227694
9
100005277
100005276
10
100008010
11
100008008
12
100008009
13
100008011
14
See Appendix B
15
See Appendix B
16
See Appendix A
17
100157596
18
100005251
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
2.00 in. 4SPF 0o X 4 CARRIER
2.00 in. 4SPF 0o X 4 CHARGE HOLDER TUBE
2.00 in. 4SPF 0o ALIGNMENT FIXTURE
SET SCREW 10-32 x 1/2.(Aligns Item 3 to Item 1)
2.0 in. SNAP RING
SOCKET HEAD SCREW 10-32 x 3/8(Secures Item 2 to Item 3)
#221 BUNA O-RING - 90D 1 7/16 X 1 11/16 X 1/8
#221 VITON O-RING - 95D 1 7/16 X 1 11/16 X 1/8
#221 AFLAS O-RING - 90D 1 7/16 X 1 11/16 X 1/8
O-RING BACKUP FOR #221 O-RING
#218 BUNA O-RING - 90D 1 X 1 X 1/8
#218 VITON O-RING - 95D 1 X 1 X 1/8
#218 AFLAS O-RING - 90D 1 X 1 X 1/8
MINIATURE POLYMER ALIGNMENT INSERT
MINIATURE ALUMINUM ALIGNMENT INSERT
1.69 in. PIN X 2.00 in. PIN FIRING HEAD CROSSOVER
2.00 in. GROOVED TANDEM
2.00 in. PIN X 2.00 in. BOX CROSSOVER
2.00 in. BULL PLUG
BI-DIRECTIONAL BOOSTER
DETONATING CORD
SHAPED CHARGE
TEFLON GROMMET
END SEAL
NOTE: ITEMS 1-6 INCLUDED WITH SHIPPING ASSEMBLY.

(Booster Transfer Kit components, which are also supplied with the shipping assembly, are not
used in VannGun assemblies utilizing Pin X Box gun connectors.)
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Assembly Drawing
# 218
Oring
# 221
Oring
7
5
17
10
15
16
2
1
Qty - 4/Assy
Qty - 2/Assy
5
12
14
11
18
13
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Chapter 5

Specifications
Metric Units
42.88 mm 8P
STUB ACME
Thread Size and Type
1.688 in. 8P
STUB ACME
50.80 mm
VannGun Diameter
2.00 in.
13 spm
Maximum Shot Density
4 spf
0o
Shot Phasing
0o
Perforation Planes
76.2 mm
Vertical Shot Spacing
3.0 in.
1,172 BARS *
Collapse Pressure
17,000 psi *
61,235 kgs
Tensile Strength
135,000 lbs.
27,963 kgs
55.02 mm
Water
0.476 m
152.4 mm
English Units
Pin X Box Connector

Maximum Allowable
Tensile Load
Maximum Diameter After
Detonation
Survival Test Medium
Blank Between Guns
With Connectors
Distance From End of Gun
to First Shot
61,648 lbs.
2.166 in.
Water
18.75 in.
6.00 in.
Calculated data.
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Chapter 5

Parts List
(D000029606)

101280019 2.00 in. 4SPF 60o X 4
101280020 2.00 in. 4SPF 60o X 7
101280021 2.00 in. 4SPF 60o X 11
101280022 2.00 in. 4SPF 60o X 15
101280023 2.00 in. 4SPF 60o X 21
ITEM P/N
1
101279726
101279725
101279724
101279722
101279723
2
101279752
2.00 in. 4SPF 60o X 4 CHARGE TUBE
101279754
101279755
101279756
101279757
3
101234456
4
100028832
5
101234459
2.0 in. SNAP RING
6
101236979
7
100001953
#221 BUNA O-RING - 90D 1 7/16 X 1 11/16 X 1/8
100064832
#221 VITON O-RING - 95D 1 7/16 X 1 11/16 X 1/8
101292869
#221 AFLAS O-RING - 90D 1 7/16 X 1 11/16 X 1/8
101227517
8
100001951
#218 BUNA O-RING - 90D 1 X 1 X 1/8
100064830
#218 VITON O-RING - 95D 1 X 1 X 1/8
101233079
#218 AFLAS O-RING - 90D 1 X 1 X 1/8
101227694
9
100005277
100005276
10
100008010
11
100008008
12
100008009
13
100008011
2.00 in. BULL PLUG
14
See Appendix B BI-DIRECTIONAL BOOSTER
15
See Appendix B DETONATING CORD
16
See Appendix A SHAPED CHARGE
17
100157596
TEFLON GROMMET
18
100005251
END SEAL
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Chapter 5

Assembly Drawing
# 218
Oring
17
10
# 221
Oring
7
5
15
16
2
1
Qty - 4/Assy
Qty - 2/Assy
5
12
14
11
18
13
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Chapter 5

Specifications
Metric Units
42.88 mm 8P
STUB ACME
1.688 in. 8P
STUB ACME
54.80 mm
VannGun Diameter
2.00 in.
13 spm
4 spf
60o
Shot Phasing
60o
Perforation Planes
76.2 mm
3.0 in.
1,379 BARS *
Collapse Pressure*
20,000 psi *
61,235 kgs
Tensile Strength
Pin X Box Connector
Maximum Allowable
Tensile Load
Maximum Diameter
After Detonation
Blank Between Guns
With Connectors
Distance From End of
Gun to First Shot
135,000 lbs.
27,963 kgs
TBD **
0.476 m
152.4 mm
*
**
English Units
61,648 lbs.
TBD **
18.75 in.
6.00 in.
Calculated data.
TBD To be determined.
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Chapter 5

Parts List
(D00029607)

101235791 2.00 in. 4SPF 90o X 4
101235792 2.00 in. 4SPF 90o X 7
101235793 2.00 in. 4SPF 90o X 11
101235795 2.00 in. 4SPF 90o X 15
101235796 2.00 in. 4SPF 90o X 21
ITEM P/N
1
101235780
101235781
101235782
101235783
101235784
2
101235786
101235787
101235788
101235789
101235790
3
101234456
4
100028832
5
101234459
6
101236979
7
100001953
100064832
101292869
101227517
8
100001951
100064830
101233079
101227694
9
100005277
100005276
10
100008010
11
100008008
12
100008009
13
100008011
14
See Appendix B
15
See Appendix B
16
See Appendix A
17
100157596
18
100005251
2.0 in. SNAP RING
#221 BUNA O-RING - 90D 1 7/16 X 1 11/16 X 1/8
#221 VITON O-RING - 95D 1 7/16 X 1 11/16 X 1/8
#221 AFLAS O-RING - 90D 1 7/16 X 1 11/16 X 1/8
#218 BUNA O-RING - 90D 1 X 1 X 1/8
#218 VITON O-RING - 95D 1 X 1 X 1/8
#218 AFLAS O-RING - 90D 1 X 1 X 1/8
2.00 in. BULL PLUG
DETONATING CORD
SHAPED CHARGE
TEFLON GROMMET
END SEAL

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Chapter 5

Assembly Drawing
# 218
Oring
17
10
# 221
Oring
7
5
15
16
2
1
6
4
Qty - 4/Assy
Qty - 2/Assy
5
12
14
11
18
13
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Chapter 5

Specifications
Metric Units
12.88 mm 8P
STUB ACME
1.688 in. 8P
STUB ACME
54.80 mm
VannGun Diameter
2.00 in.
13 spm
4 spf
90o
Shot Phasing
90o
Perforation Planes
76.2 mm
3.0 in.
1,379 BARS *
Collapse Pressure
20,000 psi *
61,235 kgs
Tensile Strength
Pin X Box Connector
Maximum Allowable
Tensile Load
Maximum Diameter
After Detonation
Blank Between Guns
With Connectors
Gun to First Shot
135,000 lbs.
27,963 kgs
TBD **
0.476 m
152.4 mm
*
**
English Units
61,648 lbs.
TBD **
18.75 in.
6.00 in.
Calculated data.
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Chapter 5

Parts List
(D00029609)

101235823 2.00 in. 4SPF 180o X 4
101235824 2.00 in. 4SPF 180o X 7
101235825 2.00 in. 4SPF 180o X 11
101235826 2.00 in. 4SPF 180o X 15
101235827 2.00 in. 4SPF 180o X 21
ITEM P/N
1
101235829
101235802
101235803
101235804
101235805
2
101235807
101235808
101235809
101235810
101235811
3
101234456
4
100028832
5
101234459
6
101236979
7
100001953
100064832
101292869
101227517
8
100001951
100064830
101233079
101227694
9
100005277
100005276
10
100008010
11
100008008
12
100008009
13
100008011
14
See Appendix B
15
See Appendix B
16
See Appendix A
17
100157596
18
100005251
2.0 in. SNAP RING
#221 BUNA O-RING - 90D 1 7/16 X 1 11/16 X 1/8
#221 VITON O-RING - 95D 1 7/16 X 1 11/16 X 1/8
#221 AFLAS O-RING - 90D 1 7/16 X 1 11/16 X 1/8
#218 BUNA O-RING - 90D 1 X 1 X 1/8
#218 VITON O-RING - 95D 1 X 1 X 1/8
#218 AFLAS O-RING - 90D 1 X 1 X 1/8
2.00 in. BULL PLUG
DETONATING CORD
SHAPED CHARGE
TEFLON GROMMET
END SEAL

09/24/02
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Chapter 5

Assembly Drawing
# 218
Oring
17
10
# 221
Oring
7
5
16
2
1
15
4
6
Qty - 4/Assy
Qty - 2/Assy
5
12
14
11
18
13
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Chapter 5

Specifications
Metric Units
42.88 mm 8P
STUB ACME
1.688 in. 8P
STUB ACME
54.80 mm
VannGun Diameter
2.00 in.
13 spm
4 spf
180o
Shot Phasing
180o
Perforation Planes
76.2 mm
3.0 in.
1,379 BARS *
Collapse Pressure
20,000 psi *
61,235 kgs
Tensile Strength
Pin X Box Connector
Maximum Allowable
Tensile Load
Maximum Diameter
After Detonation
Blank Between Guns
With Connectors
Gun to First Shot
135,000 lbs.
27,963 kgs
TBD **
0.476 m
152.4 mm
*
**
English Units
61,648 lbs.
TBD **
18.75 in.
6.00 in.
Calculated data.
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Chapter 5

Parts List
(D00029610)

101234455 2.00 in. 6SPF 60o X 4
101234525 2.00 in. 6SPF 60o X 7
101234526 2.00 in. 6SPF 60o X 11
101235975 2.00 in. 6SPF 60o X 15
101234529 2.00 in. 6SPF 60o X 21
ITEM P/N
1
101234143
101234144
101234145
101235715
101234147
2
101234197
101234201
101234202
101235714
101234205
3
101234456
4
100028832
5
101234459
2.0 in. SNAP RING
6
101236979
7
100001953
#221 BUNA O-RING - 90D 1 7/16 X 1 11/16 X 1/8
100064832
#221 VITON O-RING - 95D 1 7/16 X 1 11/16 X 1/8
101292869
#221 AFLAS O-RING - 90D 1 7/16 X 1 11/16 X 1/8
101227517
8
100001951
#218 BUNA O-RING - 90D 1 X 1 X 1/8
100064830
#218 VITON O-RING - 95D 1 X 1 X 1/8
101233079
#218 AFLAS O-RING - 90D 1 X 1 X 1/8
101227694
9
100005277
100005276
10
100008010
11
100008008
12
100008009
13
100008011
2.00 in. BULL PLUG
14
See Appendix B BI-DIRECTIONAL BOOSTER
15
See Appendix B DETONATING CORD
16
See Appendix A SHAPED CHARGE
17
100157596
TEFLON GROMMET
18
100005251
END SEAL
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Chapter 5

Assembly Drawing
# 218
Oring
# 221
Oring
7
5
17
10
15
16
2
1
Qty - 4/ASSY
Qty - 2/ASSY
5
12
14
11
18
13
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Chapter 5

Specifications
Metric Units
42.88 mm 8P
STUB ACME
1.688 in. 8P
STUB ACME
54.80 mm
VannGun Diameter
2.00 in.
20spm
6spf
60o
Shot Phasing
60o
Perforation Planes
50.8 mm
2.0 in.
1,379 BARS *
Collapse Pressure
20,000 psi *
61,235 kgs
Tensile Strength
Pin X Box Connector
Maximum Allowable
Tensile Load
Maximum Diameter
After Detonation
Blank Between Guns
With Connectors
Gun to First Shot
135,000 lbs.
27,963 kgs
55.96 mm
Water
0.451 m
139.7 mm
*
English Units
61,648 lbs.
2.203 in.
Water
17.75 in.
5.50 in.
Calculated data.
09/24/02
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2.00 in. VannGun
2.00 in. VannGun Shaped Charge List
Appendix A
APPENDIX A
2.00 in. VannGun Shaped Charge List 1

(D00029604)
P/N
MFGR
DETONATING CORD
101208224
101251444
100008017
100157943
101206246
101206800
100157018
100157949
SHAPED CHARGE 6.8 GRAM HMX MILLENNIUM

CHARGE - CASE
SHAPED CHARGE 6.75 GRAM HMX SDP
CHARGE CASE
SHAPED CHARGE 6.75 GRAM HMX BH
CHARGE CASE
SHAPED CHARGE 6.9 GRAM HNS DP
CHARGE CASE
JRC
JRC
JRC
JRC
JRC
JRC
JRC
JRC
40 grain/ft Flat
40 grain/ft Flat
40 grain/ft Flat
40 grain/ft Flat
40 grain/ft Flat
40 grain/ft Flat
40 grain/ft Flat
40 grain/ft Flat
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Appendix B
RTG Perforating Systems Ballistics List
APPENDIX B
RTG Perforating Systems Ballistics Components
(D00029662)
RDX DETONATING CORD
40 GRAINS/FT FLAT, RIBBON
100000149 RDX 40 GRAINS/FT LS / NYLON JACKET ENSIGN BICKFORD
101208988 RDX 40 GRAINS/FT LS / NYLON JACKET EB AIR PACK
80 GRAINS/FT ROUND
101001671 RDX 80 GRAIN LS/XHV DETOTEC
100157035 RDX 80 GRAIN LS/XHV DETOTEC DETOTEC AIR PACK
100005339 RDX 80 GRAIN LS/XHV ENSIGN-BICKFORD
100157022 RDX 80 GRAIN LS/XHV ENSIGN-BICKFORD EB AIR PACK
100157031 RDX 80 GRAIN LS/XHV ENSIGN-BICKFORD OWEN AIR PACK
HMX DETONATING CORD
100000363 HMX 40 GRAINS/FT LS / NYLON JACKET ENSIGN-BICKFORD
101205518 HMX 40 GRAINS/FT LS / NYLON JACKET EB EB AIR PACK
80 GRAINS/FT ROUND
101001672 HMX 80 GRAIN LS/XHV DETOTEC
100157037 HMX 80 GRAIN LS/XHV DETOTEC DETOTEC AIR PACK
100005338 HMX 80 GRAIN LS/XHV ENSIGN-BICKFORD
100157024 HMX 80 GRAIN LS/XHV ENSIGN-BICKFORD EB AIR PACK
100156998 HMX 80 GRAIN LS/XHV EB OWEN AIR PACK
PYX DETONATING CORD
80 GRAINS/FT ROUND
100005337 PYX 80 GRAIN LS ENSIGN-BICKFORD
100157025 PYX 80 GRAIN LS ENSIGN-BICKFORD EB AIR PACK
100005317 PYX 80 GRAIN LS ENSIGN-BICKFORD OWEN AIR PACK
HNS DETONATING CORD
100000531 HNS 40 GRAINS/FT LEAD JACKET ENSIGN-BICKFORD
80 GRAINS/FT ROUND
100157001 HNS 80 GRAIN LS DYNAENERGETICS
100157000 HNS 80 GRAIN LS DYNAENERGETICS DYNAENERGETICS AIR PACK
Note
09/24/02
The 80 grain, round detonating cord is listed on this page only as an option for
spacer gun assemblies.
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Appendix B
RTG Perforating Systems Ballistics List
100008021
HMX BI-DIRECTIONAL BOOSTER OWEN
100005314
PYX / NONA BI DIRECTIONAL BOOSTER OWEN
100157004
HNS BI-DIRECTIONAL BOOSTER DYNAENERGETICS
DET. CORD INITIATOR
100005307
HMX DET CORD INITIATOR JRC
100005309 NONA DET CORD INITIATOR - JRC
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2.00 in. VannGun Accessories
Appendix C
APPENDIX C

(D00029668)
P/N
TOOLS
100005384
100157353
100157262
101286821
100005383
100163453
101303700
SINGLE EDGE RAZOR BLADE

DETONATING CORD CUTTING FIXTURE
(See Figure 4)
BOOSTER CRIMP TOOL ASSEMBLY
(See Figure 5)
MINIATURE PAI INSTALLATION TOOL
PAI REMOVAL TOOL
SNAP RING PLIERS
PERFORATING GUN PRESSURE BLEED TOOL
LIFT SUB PARTS

101289612
100014283
14833
100155768
1 11/16 in. FH LIFT SUB BUSHING

2.00 in. GUN LIFT SUB BUSHING
2 3/8 in. EUE-8RD TUBING LIFT SUB (To be used with above bushings)
2.00 in. GUN SUPPORT ASSEMBLY
(See Figure 6)
2.00 in. CONNECTORS (To be run in tandem above VannGun spacer guns).
101287103
101287102
2.00 in. VENTING GROOVED TANDEM

2.00 in. VENTING PIN X BOX CROSSOVER
THREAD PROTECTORS
101282716
101289287
101272858
101284726
101252736
STEEL PROTECTOR FOR 2.00 in. PIN THREAD

STEEL PROTECTOR FOR 2.00 in. BOX THREAD
STEEL PROTECTOR FOR 1 11/16 in. FH CROSSOVER PIN THREAD
in. MELT PLUG FOR 2.00 in. STEEL PROTECTOR
PLASTIC PROTECTOR FOR 2.00 in. GUN BOX THREAD
ALIGNMENT INSERTS
100005277
100005276
100026734
100064756
MINIATURE POLYMER ALIGNMENT INSERT (PAI)

MINIATURE ALUMINUM ALIGNMENT INSERT (AAI)
#016 BUNA ORING FOR MINIATURE AAI
#016 VITON ORING FOR MINIATURE AAI
100008024 - VannGun SPACER KIT - MINIATURE PAI

100156638
100156420
100002255
100007778
100157596
09/24/02
MODIFIED MINIATURE PAI

0.50 in. LONG CRIMP SLEEVE
3/16 in. SAE STL .22 FLAT WASHER
RETAINING RING 5000-75-INT
TEFLON GROMMET (Not included in Spacer Kit)
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Appendix C
MISCELLANEOUS
100156457
100156458
100156459
100156460
100005385
100026254
100156420
100014260
100157596
09/24/02
2.00 in. PHASE ALIGNMENT RING - .014 in. THICK

DC-4 COMPOUND
DRY MOLY LUBRICANT
DET. CORD SUPPORT TUBE 0.50 in. LONG
DET. CORD SUPPORT TUBE 0.75 in. LONG
TEFLON GROMMET (Adapts 40 grains/ft flat det cord to booster)
-67--
2.00 in. VannGun
Appendix C
Figure 4 Detonating Cord Cutting Fixture

P/N 100157353
Figure 5 Booster Crimp Tool Assembly

P/N 100157262
Figure 6 2.00 in. VannGun Support Assembly

P/N 100155768
09/24/02
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CONTACT INFORMATION ............................................................................................ 4

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CHAPTER 4 RUNNING PROCEDURES ................................................................... 42

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CHAPTER 1 Loading Procedures

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Loading Shaped Charges

DO NOT transfer the charges out of their original shipping container

Retain packaging until all the charges have been consumed.

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Perforating Intervals - 9556-90, 9605-50, 9675-9715

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Gun No. 1 - 22 ft. Gun

21.00 ft. Loaded

If a safety spacer is required at the top of the perforating assembly, an

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Measuring and Marking the Guns

Pin Box positioned on the bottom of each gun.

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Figure 1 Placement of Oring Back-ups

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Figure 2 Alignment Inserts

HIGH TEMPERATURE ALUMINUM ALIGNMENT INSERT (# 021 Oring)

The Standard configuration is available in a miniature version, for the smaller

Miniature Polymer Alignment Insert

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Should there be special well conditions or additional requirements from the

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VannGun Loading Procedures

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Guideline for the use of Dummy Charge Cases:

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20. Install steel thread protectors on both ends of the gun.

VannGun Spacer Loading Procedures

It is recommended that all gun spacers be thoroughly cleaned upon retrieval

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Clean gun threads and seal surfaces.

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For complete spacer gun assemblies, either 40 grains/ft. flat, ribbon or 80

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Figure 3 Venting Tandems for 2.00 in. Spacer Guns

2.00 in. Loaded or Spacer Gun

Standard 2.00 in. Pin X Box

2.00 in. Venting Pin X Box

2.00 in. Venting Grooved Tandem

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CHAPTER 2 Downloading Procedures

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Unloading Shaped Charges

When unloading an explosive assembly, remove the first charge and

The orientation of each layer of charges is important. The charges are

VannGun Downloading Procedures