Well Testing & Commissioning
Coflexip Hose (Flexible Armored)
The Apex Petroleum Services Flexible Armored Hose is generally used for 5000, 10,000 psi, and 15,000 psi applications to replace hard piping where any expansion in the work string and movement may occur.
The Apex Petroleum Services Flexible Armored Hose is generally used for 5000, 10,000 psi, and 15,000 psi applications to replace hard piping where any expansion in the work string and movement may occur.
The hoses are used to convey fluids to and from the surface test tree, to the rest of the surface test package, kill pumps, or stimulation package..
- Dependent on inner liner type – consult manufacturer for limitations on chemicals** Under certain conditions, exposure to relatively high concentrations of CO₂, inner liner can lead to damage of the inner liner
Numerous laboratory test programs and extensive field experience in a wide variety of applications have consistently proven that the Apex Petroleum Services flexible armored hoses are not affected by the continuous flexing with the imperative condition that the minimum bend radius is not exceeded.
The maximum velocity of flow through the flexible armored pipe should not exceed 15 m/sec. The line is resistant to bending, including frequent or constant cyclical nature of their service condition.
High crush resistance is inherent in the basic structure. Additional stainless steel outer wrap protection is provided.
The minimum bend radius is an extremely important characteristic of a Flexible armored hose.
Meets requirements of NACE MR0175. Other sizes, configurations, and pressure ratings are available. These ratings are guidelines only. For more information, contact your local Apex Petroleum Services representative.
Key features
- Suitable for service with all types of diphasic and monophasic crude oils, methanol, glycol etc. due to good corrosion resistance
- H2S and CO2 resistant**
- Suitable for a wide variety of applications (oil production, water injection, gas lift, stimulation etc)
- Inner thermoplastic layer helps prevent scaling
- Inner thermoplastic layer shows better resistance to wear than steel
- Onshore oil and gas well testing
- Offshore oil and gas well testing
- Clean-up operations
- Crude production
- Water injection
Specifications
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| Nominal Diameter (Inches) | Max Working Pressure (psi) | Length (ft) | End Connection | Liner Type | Temperature Rating (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 5,000 | 45 | 2″ 1502 Hammer Union (Wing and Thread) | Coflon | 20 to +266 (Short duration -4 to +293) |
| 3 | 5,000 | 45 | 3″ 1502 Hammer Union (Wing and Thread) | Coflon | 20 to +266 (Short duration -4 to +293) |
| 3 | 10,000 | 55 | 3″ 1502 Hammer Union (Wing and Thread) | Coflon / Kynar 800 | 20 to +266 (Short duration -4 to +293) |
| 4 | 10,000 | 55 | 3″ 1502 Hammer Union (Wing and Thread) | Coflon / Kynar 800 | 20 to +266 (Short duration -4 to +293) |
| 2 | 15,000 | 45 | API 6BX 2-1/16” 15,000 for BX 152 | Coflon / Kynar 800 | 20 to +266 (Short duration -4 to +293) |
| 3 | 15,000 | 55 | API 6BX 3-1/16” 15,000 for BX 154 | Coflon / Kynar 800 | 20 to +266 (Short duration -4 to +293) |
Related products
Surface Test Tree
The Surface Test Tree (STT), also known as the Flowhead, is located directly on top of the well and serves as the first piece of equipment that well fluid passes through. Its primary function is to control the flow of fluid into and out of the well.
Data Header
The Data Header is a piping component with several ports along or around its length that provide access to the flow stream for sampling, monitoring of pressure and temperature, sand/silt monitoring, and chemical injection.
Surface Safety Valve
Inline Surface Safety Valves are installed upstream of the choke manifold to provide quick response valve closure, isolating the system in case of line or vessel rupture.
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