RBL70C-A Operation Manual
RBL70C-A Operation Manual
RBL70C-A Operation Manual
RBL70C-A
Operation Manual
DCN: OPS-00020-OP-02
REVISION: 1.4
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DCN: OPS-00020-OP-02
RBL70C-A Operation Manual Rev: 1.4
Table of Contents
1 Revision History .................................................................................................................................................................... 3
2 General Information ............................................................................................................................................................. 4
2.1 Documentation Notice .............................................................................................................................................. 4
2.2 Safety ......................................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.3 Introduction ...............................................................................................................................................................6
2.4 Specifications .............................................................................................................................................................7
2.5 Logging Combination .................................................................................................................................................8
2.6 Tool & Materials ........................................................................................................................................................ 9
3 Software Set Up .................................................................................................................................................................... 9
4 Calibration ...........................................................................................................................................................................12
4.1 SCBL Pipe Zero Calibration ...................................................................................................................................... 12
4.2 SCBL Pipe Signal Calibration .................................................................................................................................... 16
4.3 XY Accelerometer Calibration ..................................................................................................................................19
4.4 Z Accelerometer Calibration ....................................................................................................................................21
4.5 RB Offset Calibration ............................................................................................................................................... 25
5 Operation ............................................................................................................................................................................26
5.1 Wellsite Inspection .................................................................................................................................................. 26
5.2 Tool String Connection ............................................................................................................................................ 28
5.3 Tool Status Check .................................................................................................................................................... 28
5.4 Software Set Up .......................................................................................................................................................28
5.5 Tool calibration ........................................................................................................................................................28
5.6 Logging .....................................................................................................................................................................28
5.7 Log Quality Control ..................................................................................................................................................29
5.8 Post-Logging Check and Maintenance .................................................................................................................... 29
6 Wellsite Preventive Maintenance .......................................................................................................................................30
7 Bench Test Operation ......................................................................................................................................................... 30
7.1 Software Installation ............................................................................................................................................... 30
7.2 System Connection .................................................................................................................................................. 30
7.3 Verify Driver Installation ..........................................................................................................................................31
7.4 Acquisition and Calibration ..................................................................................................................................... 32
8 Appendix A ..........................................................................................................................................................................37
1 Revision History
Revision Change Description Changed By Reviewer Date ECN #
1.0 Initial Release. Phyllis Gavin July 4, 2019 TBD
1.4 Added parameters in section 2.4 Specification Fangting Zheng Chao Chen Jun. 20, 2023
2 General Information
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2.2 Safety
Please refer to the Basic Safety Rules for oilfield operations when using the logging cable or logging tools.
Never connect or disconnect the tool when power is on, to avoid the tool and test equipment damage.
Silicon oil: Silicon oil (201-100cs or equivalent) is used inside the tool, contact eyes can be harmful,
please refer the MSDS for 201-100cs silicon oil for further information.
Figure 2-1: Mono Pin (left), 4 Circular Pin (middle) & 13-Pin connector (right) not to be interchangeable
Transport the tool only within the designated transportation box, cushioned on the inside to minimize
shock/vibration.
Store with end threads lightly greased and with thread protectors fitted.
Do not subject tool to extreme vibration, such as dropping or hitting the tool.
2.3 Introduction
The Radial Bond Log Tool (RBL70C-A) is one of GOWell digital bond logging downhole instrument.
RBL70C-A tool provides proven superior reliability and responsiveness even in thin cement sheath
conditions. With circumferential cement bond evaluation, the RBL identifies channels, in addition to
standard cement bond logging. The main application of the Radial Bond Log Tool is to evaluate hydraulic
isolation between producing and non-producing zones– a key factor needed to assess the integrity of the
well.
In addition to standard cement bond amplitude (CBL) through near receiver (3-ft), and variable density
log (VDL) through far receiver (5-ft), the RBL tool provides a cement map through eight receivers (Radial
@2Ft ), each segment covering 45° section of the pipe which gives a complete 360° evaluation of bond
integrity.
The tool consists of the upper/lower connection, electronic section, temperature section, the acoustic
sonde section (including transmitter, radial receiver, near receiver and far receiver). The The outline of
the tool is shown as Figure 2-1.
2.4 Specifications
Description Specifications
General
Sector 6-8nf
Transmitter 34nf
Resolution 1℃
Signal Transmission
Signal transmission method CAN Bus
The RBL70C-A is compatible with the Pegasus Star logging system. There are two types of logging
combinations for RBL70C-A. The tool can be used in either memory mode or SRO mode.
In this logging mode, the tool should combine with memory controller sub and battery package unit
sub. The RBL70C-A tool in the memory tool string is shown in figure 2-2 below:
Slickline Socket Battery Sub Memory Sub RBL70C-A Other Pegasus Tools Bull Nose
The RBL70C-A tool in a wireline tool string is shown in figure 2-3 below:
Cable Head Telemetry Sub RBL70C-A Other Pegasus Tools Bull Nose
ATTENTION: RBL70C-A must be centralized properly, please connect centralizer at the upper and
lower of RBL70C-A.
3 Software Set Up
1. Open Warrior acquisition software, and then select the service with RBL70C-A tool.
2. Edit variables.
1) Click Warrior Acquisition Software->Edit->Variables, then below Variables window will popup.
3. Power up tool.
3) Change the filter if needs, the default filter is bandpass with 4000Hz-80000Hz.
4) After change the filter and invert, then adjust the Gain, make WAFCAL peak signal is within 1000
±10mV.
ATTENTION: The GUI setting of calibration should be exact the same as logging. This means the invert,
filter and gain should be same during calibration and logging.
5. SDSTIP setup
ATTENTION: The following example are carried out while the sonde section is immersed in the water filled
pressurized 5.5” calibration tank to calibrate the sonic receivers.
The Amplitude gate (white line) should cover the first peak.
The Travel time width (Red horizontal line) should cover at least one full cycle of the sinusoid.
Move the red threshold line to a suitable position where the threshold cuts the first arrival. Make sure it is
far enough to avoid baseline noise (This may be above or below the baseline).
The below figure shows the correctly adjusted Amplitude gate, Travel time gate and Threshold.
4 Calibration
The calibration operation required by RBL70C-A is listed below:
Completed in Z Accelerometer
Deviation Master Calibration
Calibration
Completed in XY Accelerometer
Master Calibration
Relative Bearing Calibration
RB Offset Calibration
ATTENTION:
Make sure have entered the correct parameters in the “Variables” screen before calibration.
The software is proper set up.
This calibration should be done 700m to 900m below fluid level in Free Pipe if possible.
The tool between transmitter and receiver cannot across casing collar when do calibration.
1) Make sure the gates for all signals are on the flat part of baseline before the first arrival is shown as
below:
2) Click Warrior Acquisition software->Action->Calibrate->SCBL Pipe Zero Calibration, then SCBL Zero
Baseline calibration window will popup.
3) Click Sample button, then Sample & Average Sensor(s) window will appear.
ATTENTION: All sensors average value should be very close to zero, otherwise need to redo calibration.
ATTENTION: This step should be performed at the freest point in the well.
1) Make sure all Amplitude gates for all signals are on the positive part of the first arrival and the
Travel time width (Red horizontal line) should cover at least one full cycle of the sinusoid, please
refer to below:
3) Click Sample button, then Sample & Average Sensor(s) window will appear.
Figure 4-13
4) The XY Accelerometer Calibration window will pops up, click “Sample” button.
Figure 4-15
6) Click “Begin” button and rotate the tool for two full revolutions in 60 seconds.
Place the tool horizontally. Then click the Sample button of Tool Horizontal.
Click the Accept button, the Tool Horizontal sampling value will be shown in the MSC Z Calibration
interface.
Place the tool vertically. Then click the Sample button of Tool Vertical.
Click the Accept button, the Tool Vertical sampling value will be shown in the MSC Z Calibration
interface.
5 Operation
5.1 Wellsite Inspection
1) Check the pressure housing to ensure there are no cracks, damage, or flaws. Check that the upper
and lower connectors are clean, and that all parts are connected tightly.
2) Check the sealing surface on the top connection and change the O-rings at the bottom connection.
Lightly grease the O-ring with lubricating grease.
3) Clean and lightly grease the threads on the top and bottom connections.
4) Check piston position, the piston spacing should be within 10mm-15mm as below
ATTENTION: It needs to refill oil if the piston spacing is out of rage 10mm-15mm.
6) Use multi-meter to check the tool for its continuity and insulation. Refer to the following table for
reference.
Table 5-1 Continuity Check
No. Measurement points Requirements
RBL70C-A must connect to telemetry sub or memory controller and battery pack unit and match with
different surface panel, running in SRO mode or Memory mode. For tool string connections refer to
Section 2.5 Logging Combination.
1) Apply Power on the tool by +18VDC voltage, the normally working current should be 120±20mA.
2) Listen for transmitter firing and ensure that all Status indicators on the Pegasus star GUI and the
CSS 107 panel are green (No errors).
3) Perform a “can scratch” while recording a log on time drive and observe for responses from each
sonic receiver.
5.4 Software Set Up
Before calibration and logging, need to setup software properties, please refer to Section 3 Software
Set Up.
Before logging, the RBL70C-A tool must be done downhole calibration. Please refer to Section 4
Calibration.
5.6 Logging
The following are guidelines only and must be used in conjunction with local policy and specific well
site conditions both downhole and at surface.
WARNING: Winch operator should have well sketch and logging procedures for the specific well
site.
Surface tension ≤ 80% of tension when Surface tension ≤ 120% of tension when
> 120m (400ft) Cased-Hole tool is stationary tool is stationary
Speed ≤ 50m/min (150ft/min) Speed ≤ 50m/min (150ft/min)
Surface tension ≤ 70% of tension when Surface tension ≤ 130% of tension when
> 120m (400ft) Open-Hole tool is stationary tool is stationary
Speed ≤ 50m/min (150ft/min) Speed ≤ 50m/min (150ft/min)
1. The logging engineer should gather all necessary well information in advance, especially the casing
details, fluid type, well deviation and maximum downhole temperature. An idea of the formation
type may help corroborate /validate fast formation responses; if observed.
2. Centralization is critical especially for reliable radial amplitude readings, hence centralizers must be
suitably sized for the casing and spring force properly adjusted to suit the tool weight and well
deviation. The tool requires a centralizer at its top and bottom.
3. For even better data quality, “Low road noise” roller centralizers such as the GOWell CTLs are
recommended.
4. Logging speed must be stable to ensure good data quality. A recommended logging speed is given
for each tool, which is the maximum value in most cases. Lower speeds are recommended in certain
situations such as if logging in heavy weight muds, if using Gemcos, or as per the discretion of the
winch operator based on the prevailing conditions.
5. The travel time and amplitude gates must be properly adjusted over each sonic waveform as per the
observed E1 peak.
6. When the WVFCAL waveform is adjusted correctly, the WVFCAL amplitude should have a value of
about 1000 mv and should remain reasonably constant irrespective of changes in casing size or
wireline/downhole conditions over the operating temperature range of the tool (or temperature
range across the logged interval)
1. Clean the tool surface and inspect for any visible damage.
2. Check all external O-rings. Replace if necessary. Replacement of O-rings will depend on field
experience and well conditions, but it is suggested that external O-rings be replaced before every
job.
3. Re-check the compensative piston position in case oil refill/air purging is required. Fluid used is the
201-100 silicone oil. Refer to the RBL70C-A maintenance manual for oil filling/air purging procedure.
2. Inspect thread and O-rings on bottom connections for damage, ageing, and/or hardening and
replace where needed. Lightly grease the O-ring with O-ring grease. Threads and sealing surface on
top connection must be cleaned.
3. Check the 13-pin connections on top and bottom connections for cleanliness and loosened or bent
pins. Make sure connectors are dry.
4. Re-check the compensative piston position in case oil refill/air purging is required. Fluid used is the
201-100 silicone non-conducting oil.
ATTENTION: GOWell PegasusStar Installer has been designed to install GOWell CH SRO and Memory
system files and drivers for Warrior 8 Acquisition System.
18-30V
Figure 7-1
Figure 7-2
Figure 7-3
An error dialog box (see Figure 7-4) will be shown. Due to the tool doesn’t connect to the acquisition
panel, just click OK button.
Figure 7-4
Figure 7-5
The “CySTD device not communicating” error dialog box will show again. Click OK. (See Figure 7-6)
Figure 7-6
The Tool String Editor window will display. (See Figure 7-7)
Figure 7- 7
Edit toolstring and click “Save” button, then exit Tool String Editor Window.
1. Add telemetry sub (WTS43C-C) in the toolsting, the acquisition software automatically switch to
Telemetry mode.
2. Remove telemetry sub (WTS43C-C) from toolsting, the acquisition software automatically switch to
Live mode.
Figure 7- 8
PegasusStar Interface:
USBCAN Connection checkbox: The communication indicator between USBCAN test box and
acquisition software
Warrior Connection checkbox: The communication indicator between PegasusStar interface and
Warrior acquisition software
If communication between USBCAN test box and acquisition software is good, the USBCAN
Connection checkbox will turn green, otherwise will be red.
If communication between PegasusStar interface and Warrior acquisition software is good, the
If the surface system sets up communication with Pegasus tools successfully, the Valid Data checkbox
will turn green, the red in “Error” checkbox would grey out
If any problem occurs in the system data transmission, the software Error checkbox will turn to red,
the Error indicator will flash each time a communication error occurs.
8 Appendix A
These values are provided as a guide line to help find first arrivals and determine bonding levels.