Well Cementing Plug for Slurry Separation
The cementing plug is used to separate the cement slurry from the mud. It can prevent the mud from blending into the cement slurry to influece the cementing quality.
Two types of cementing plugs are typically used on a cementing operation: Conventional cementing plug and Non Rotating Cementing Plug
Top Plugs:
The Top Cementing Plug is designed to exert continuous pressure on the casing wall. The core is made of special materials such as Plastic, Aluminium or Phenolic depending on the application and well conditions. The tapered base fits the cavity of the top plug initiating a positive seal. A solid rubber top plug is also available.
Bottom Plugs:
Like the Top Cementing Plug, the fins and tail section provide positive wiping action. Fins also serve as a seal while cementing. The core of the bottom plug also made of special materials such as Plastic, Aluminium or Phenolic depending on the application and well conditions. A rubber diaphragm at the top of the plug ruptures after the plug is seated allowing cement to flow through.
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Casing Size |
Casing Specification |
O.D. of Rubber Cup |
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in. |
kg/m |
lb/ft |
mm |
in |
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4-1/2 |
14.14-17.26 |
9.50-11.60 |
110 |
4.331 |
|
5 |
17.1-35.86 |
11.50-24.10 |
122 |
4.803 |
|
5-1/2 |
20.83-39.88 |
14.00-26.80 |
135 |
5.315 |
|
7 |
25.30-56.55 |
17.00-38 |
170 |
6.693 |
|
9-5/8 |
53.57-79.62 |
36.00-53.50 |
235 |
9.252 |
|
13-3/8 |
71.43-107.15 |
48.00-72.00 |
333 |
13.11 |
|
20 |
139.90-197.93 |
94.00-133.00 |
498 |
19.606 |








