Optimax Well Isolation Valve
Contain wellbore fluids and reduce operational risk
Building on the legacy of Weatherford’s trusted Downhole Deployment Valve (DDV), the Optimax well isolation valve delivers next-generation performance in pressure management, setting a new standard in well isolation technology. Designed to hold pressure from below, the Optimax valve provides a robust downhole mechanical barrier that enables the use of lightweight fluids during drilling and completion operations—enhancing both safety and operational efficiency.
With the ability to isolate formation pressure without intervention and optional RFID activation that eliminates the need for control lines, the Optimax valve is ideally suited for deepwater and complex well environments.
Qualified to API 19V standards, the valve delivers reliable performance in both liquid and gas applications. Redundant activation mechanisms further enhance system reliability, enabling pressure containment from below, supporting underbalanced operations, and eliminating the need for kill-weight mud—minimizing formation damage and streamlining well cleanup.
Optimize Drilling andCompletion Performance
Protects the reservoir from surge-and-swab effects, enabling increased tripping speeds.
Increase Well Productivity
Reduces damage to the reservoir leading to a reduced skin factor and increased production.
Enhance Barrier Management
Provides an additional downhole barrier to wellbore fluids, including sour gas, protecting people and the environment.