Abstract
Sucker rod pumping, also referred to as “beam pumping,” provides mechanical energy to lift oil from bottom-hole to surface. It is efficient, simple, and easy for field people to operate, and can be used to pump a well at very low bottom-hole pressure to maximize oil production rates. It is applicable to slim holes, multiple completions, and high-temperature and viscous oils. The major disadvantages of beam pumping include excessive friction in crooked/deviated holes, solid-sensitive problems, low efficiency in gassy wells, limited depth due to rod capacity, and bulky in offshore operations. Beam pumping trends include improved pump-off controllers, better gas separation, gas handling pumps, and optimization using surface and bottom-hole cards. This chapter presents the principles of sucker rod pumping systems and illustrates a procedure for selecting components of rod pumping systems. Major tasks include calculations of polished rod load, peak torque, stresses in the rod string, pump deliverability, and counterweight placement.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Free) 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a call
