APPLICATIONS

Real-time survey, gamma ray,

and resistivity measurements

Invasion profiles
BENEFIT

Reliable, precise, real-time directional
measurements that save rig time and
minimize doglegs
FEATURES

Real-time (0.56 Bps) and memory data

Azimuthal gamma ray

10 multidepth resistivities
(five phase and five attenuation)

Toolface

Direction and inclination

Real-time density and porosity
with adnVISION* azimuthal density
neutron service

Phase caliper in water-base mud

Downhole power generation with
mud turbine

High tolerance to lost circulation material

Compact, integrated design with
sensors close to bit
Real-time formation evaluation
The ImPulse* integrated MWD platform is designed to meet slimhole measurement demands
where formation evaluation is needed in real time. It comprises both MWD and the resistivity
components of the arcVISION475* 4-in drill collar resistivity service. The standard ImPulse
platform provides survey, gamma ray, and resistivity measurements for 5- to 6-in hole sizes.
This measured data is transmitted at rates up to 6 Bps with a state-of-the-art telemetry system,
setting industry standards.
Continuous direction and inclination
The ImPulse platform provides continuous direction and inclination (D&I) data while drilling, using
a D&I package just 12.6 ft from the platforms base. Surveying quality control is memorized in the
tool, checked downhole, and transmitted in the quickest possible mode.
Precise directional control
For precise directional control, AIM* at-bit inclination measurements are transmitted using
inductive telemetry around the PowerPak* steerable motor to a receiving antenna located on
the ImPulse platform. This provides instantaneous information for absolute control of well
trajectory and bit direction.
Multiple depths of investigation
The ImPulse platform measures formation resistivities at multiple depths of investigation, using
an electromagnetic antenna array of five transmitters and two receivers. The receivers are
strategically placed above and below the transmitters to achieve true borehole-compensated
formation resistivity. This technology is capable of measuring formation resistivities up to
3,000 ohms with dielectric processing above 200 ohms.
Combinable with other tools
The ImPulse platform is combinable with VPWD* collar-mounted telemetry and surveying
systems, which measure internal and annular pressures and provide battery power that is used
to obtain logging data while tripping out of the hole. The ImPulse platform is also combinable with
the adnVISION azimuthal density neutron service for complete formation evaluation in real time.
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Deep resistivity:
34-in spacing
28-in spacing
22-in spacing
16-in spacing
10-in spacing
Shallow resistivity:
34-in spacing
28-in spacing
22-in spacing
16-in spacing
10-in spacing
The ImPulse platform integrates zero-gap modulation techniques with multidepth 2-MHz resistivity measurements
to meet the demands of directional drilling with a 4-in BHA.
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The ImPulse tool.
Measurement Specifications
Direction and Inclination Survey
Direction Stationary Continuous
Range 0 to 360 0 to 360
Accuracy 1 (above 5 inclination) 2
Resolution 0.5 1
Inclination
Range 0 to 180 0 to 180
Accuracy 0.1 0.2
Resolution 0.03 0.10
Magnetic toolface (MTF) and gravity toolface (GTF)

Range 0 to 360
Accuracy 2
Resolution 6
Resistivity Depth of Investigation and Vertical Resolution
Spacing 10 in 16 in 22 in 28 in 34 in
Measurement Range
Phase resistivity 0.2200 ohm.m 0.2200 ohm.m 0.2200 ohm.m 0.2200 ohm.m 0.2200 ohm.m
Attenuation 0.220 ohm.m 0.230 ohm.m 0.250 ohm.m 0.250 ohm.m 0.250 ohm.m
Accuracy
Phase resistivity Below 60 ohm.m: 3%, and above 60 ohm.m 0.5 ohm.m/m
Attenuation Below 25 ohm.m: 5%, and above 25 ohm.m 2 ohm.m/m
Vertical Resolution
Phase resistivity 0.7 ft at 0.2 oh.m, and 2 ft at 200 ohm.m
Attenuation 1 ft at 0.2 ohm.m, and 8 ft at 50 ohm.m
Gamma Ray
Range 0250 gAPI
Accuracy 3%
Statistical repeatability 2 gAPI at 100 gAPI and 100 ft/h, 3-point average
Vertical resolution 6 in
General Specifications
Collar Dimensions
Nominal diameter 4.75 in Top thread connection NC-38 (3
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2 in IF) box
Maximum diameter 5.25 in Bottom thread connection NC-38 (3
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2 in IF) pin
Tool Length and Weight
Nominal length 32 ft Nominal weight in air
1,600 lbm
Operation
Hole size 5
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4 in Power supply MWD turbine
Max. operating temperature 150 degC [300 degF] Real-time telemetry Continuous wave (mud siren)
Data rate (physical) 0.5 to 6 Bps Memory size 2 MB
Frequency range 0.5 to 12 Hz
Mechanical Specifications
Dogleg Severity
Rotary mode 15/100 ft Sliding mode 30/100 ft
Bending strength ratio (BSR)
Top connection 2.04 Equivalent bending stiffness 38.5 ft
Bottom connection 2.01 Average moment of inertia 20 in
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Axial and Rotational Load
Maximum weight on bit 30,000 lbf Joint yield torque 8,800 ft.lbf
Maximum jarring load 300,000 lbf
Hydraulics
Maximum operating pressure 20,000 psi Pressure drop constant (C) 6,000
Full flow range 130 to 360 galUS/min
Operating Environment
Max. mud sand content 3% Max. solids concentration in mud 20%
Max. silicate concentration in mud 9% Max. LCM size Medium nutplug
Max. salt concentration in mud 10% Max. LCM concentration 50 ppb

Minimum update rate: 3.5 s at 1.5 Bps or greater.