Downhole ball dropping apparatus

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2006-09-05

2006-09-05

Bagnell, David (Department: 3672)

Wells

Processes

Placing or shifting well part

C166S193000, C166S318000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07100700

ABSTRACT:
A ball release mechanism is mounted near the intended seat. The ball or balls are kept out of the circulating stream. High circulation rates followed by curtailment of circulation places an outlet port in position to allow the ball or balls to be pushed out by a spring. The spring or one of the balls prevents the return of an ejected ball back into the protected pocket. The ball is delivered to the seat without circulation.

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