Downhole sampling apparatus and method

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2006-09-26

2006-09-26

Thompson, Kenneth (Department: 3672)

Wells

Processes

Perforating, weakening, bending or separating pipe at an...

C166S055200, C166S100000, C166S264000, C073S152250, C175S059000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07111685

ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus for reducing debris in a perforation in a wellbore extending from the wellbore into a subterranean formations is provided. A housing is positioned in the wellbore, and an arm is extended therefrom. One or more plugs are positionable in the perforation via the arm. The plug is adapted to block debris from formation fluid flowing into the housing via the perforation whereby the contamination in the formation fluid is reduced. The plug may be a filter positionable in the perforation, or a bit activated to dislodge debris.

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