Evaluation of Erosion Resistance in Boron Diffused Wire-Wrapped Sand Screen Through Gas-Sand Erosion Testing
摘要
This study investigates the erosion resistance of mechanical sand screens, which are crucial components in wells where sand is produced alongside gas, impacting the efficiency and durability of downhole equipment. Erosion in these screens primarily occurs due to high-velocity gas flow, creating localized hot spots that worsen erosion by entraining sand within the filter media. Previous research focused on various aspects of erosion resistance, including the performance of wire-wrapped screens, gas-sand erosion resistance of different screen types, erosion of ceramic wire-wrapped screens, and erosion rates of metal wire mesh screens. The study specifically evaluates the performance of two wire-wrapped screens, Screen A and Screen B, under simulated gas-sand erosion conditions. Screen B demonstrates better erosion resistance compared to Screen A, exhibiting lower erosion and better structural integrity throughout the testing period. The study also highlights the importance of coating materials in enhancing erosion resistance, with boron diffused coating. Further research could focus on optimizing coating processes to improve erosion resistance in wire-wrapped screens.