Series 4200 - Fixed Slip Magna-Range Plug (Pressure Rated)

Magna-Range Bridge Plugs are designed to travel through tubing ID restriction(s) and set in a larger ID tubular below. Traditional magna-range plugs have one piece cast iron slips that fracture into segments during the setting cycle creating potential problems in setting the plug properly. Segments can be broken off while running, fail to segment as designed, and segments may become misaligned, thereby improperly anchoring the plug body. Any problems are only magnified as the annulus between plug body and larger ID bore increases.

TTS introduces the Fixed Slip Magna-Range Bridge Plug, representing an improvement over the traditional Magna-Range Bridge Plug product line. The purpose of the new system is to have a mechanism for ensuring proper deployment of the slips and guarantee accurate compression of the seal elements. It entails a unique method of attaching each slip segment to the plug body thereby holding the slips in proper axial alignment during setting. It also reduces frictional forces created by conventional slip design that must drag the lower slips upward in the tubing during setting. The Fixed Slip Magna-Range lower slip is not completely opened and set until the elastomer is sufficiently compressed. Proper placement and anchoring of the slips helps ensure proper retention of the elastomer seal elements in the proper position to establish and maintain a pressure tight seal.

Testing has proven the Fixed Slip Magna-Range is effective in holding pressure from both directions and capable of withstanding reverse pressure cycles. TTS is the only manufacturer to post a pressure rating on a “Magna Range” plug.

Specifications

* Patent # 7,578,353 / Patent # 7,743,836