Separable plug for use in a wellbore

Details Separable plug for use in a wellbore Separable plug for use in a wellbore

2008-04-01

2008-04-01

Thompson, Kenneth (Department: 3672)

Wells

Processes

With indicating, testing, measuring or locating

C166S066000, C166S242600

Reexamination Certificate

active

11063516

ABSTRACT:
The invention generally relates to an apparatus and a method for conveying and operating tools in a wellbore. In one aspect, a method of performing an operation in a wellbore is provided. The method includes running a selectively separable plug member accommodating a tool into the wellbore on a continuous rod and positioning the separable plug member adjacent a receiver member disposed in the wellbore. The method further includes manipulating the weight of the continuous rod to seat the separable plug member in the receiver member. In another aspect, a plug assembly for use in a wellbore is provided.

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