Articulating Hole Finder™
Navigate irregular or deviated openhole wells, with restrictions, deviations, ledges, and washouts
Applications
- Open hole
- Deviated wells
Features and Benefits
- 360° rotational roller nose
- 8° angular deflection
- Modular design with options for customization to your specific needs
- Simple, low maintenance, and rugged construction
- Navigate and log the most complex downhole restrictions with articulation and adjustment based on downhole conditions
- Integrate a broad range of wireline conveyance solutions to further enhance performance
- Reach target depth and achieve data acquisition objectives with reduced risk and cost
- Suitable for wireline or pipe conveyed logging
Tool Description
The Weatherford articulating hole finder (AHF) is a specifically engineered hole finder that incorporates responsive articulation and adjustment based on downhole conditions.
With a 360-degree rotational roller nose and 8-degree angular deflection, navigation of complex downhole restrictions is now possible.
The AHF is a combination of the proven and patented I-wheels and patented hole finder incorporated with responsive engineered articulation and modular designs.
Specifications
Measurement Specifications
Outside diameter | 2.125 in. (53.98 mm) | 3.375 in. (85.73 mm) |
Minimum length | 19.4 in. (493 mm) | 31.6 in. (800 mm) |
Maximum length | 19.4 in. (493 mm) | 39.6 in. (1.01 m) |
Minimum weight | 15.5 lb (7.0 kg) | 35.8 lb (16.24 kg) |
Maximum weight | 15.5 lb (7.0 kg) | 56.6 lb (25.63 kg) |
Ball size | 2.750 to 3.625 in. | 4.350 to 7.125 in. |
Tension rating | 60,000 lb (27,215 kg) | 100,000 lb (45,359 kg) |
Compression rating | 110,000 lb (49,895 kg) | 100,000 lb (45,359 kg) |
Temperature rating | 400°F (204°C) | 400°F (204°C) |
Pressure rating | 22,000 psi (151.7 MPa) | 25,000 psi (172.4 MPa) |
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