NLT Noise Tool
NLT Noise Tool
NLT Noise Tool
The Noise Logging Tool (NLT) in a sound detection downhole logging tool that contains a very
sensitive ceramic piezoelectric transducer that works as a microphone. The primary purpose
of the tool is to detect fluid flowing either past the tool or outside the casing in order to detect
possible anomalies or changes in fluid behavior.
Logging
DESCRIPTION
The tool is run downhole without centralizers and the information is
recorded with the surface logging system as a set of discrete points at
different depths. The logging system records different frequency cuts
typically at 200 Hz, 600 Hz, 1000 Hz, 2000 Hz, 4000 Hz and 6000 Hz.
The logging system will record the data rejecting any frequency lower
than the cut and the recordings will be available for interpretation.
APPLICATIONS
• Detection of active flow through channels in the cement
• Identification of crossflow in producing or shut-in wells
Well Integrity
• Detection of liquid or gas leaks in the production pipe or casing
• Inspection of gas lift valves to determine their correct operation
• Determination of two phase flow rate (200 Hz and 600 Hz curves)
• Measurement of fluid velocity around the tool (600 Hz curve)
• Detection of active bridge plug or packer leaks
• Measurement of single phase gas flow outside of the casing (1000 Hz
and 2000 Hz curves)
FEATURES
46”
• The tool is run in combination with a high resolution temperature tool
that is used for primary detection of anomalies and positioning
• The tool can be switched between low and high gains, the high gain
being 10X greater than the low gain
• The acoustic piezoelectric transducers are contained in an oil filled
receptacle that uses a floating piston for pressure compensation
• Low maintenance Noise Logging Tool
12-1/2" - Center of
Noise Detector
November 2015
SPECIFICATIONS
AILT NLT
- Array Induction
- Noise Logging
Logging Tool Tool
General Specs
Fluid in the borehole Water, brine, drilling mud, oil, any liquid and gas
Borehole
Position ofConditions
the tool Decentralized