The Model A-3 Lok-Set Mechanical Packer is a compression set,

retrievable packer that allows the tubing to be left in a tension,

compression, or neutral operations. The Lok-Set combines
advantages of a retrievable packer with features of a permanent
packer. Its ability to lock down tubing forces provides for a broad

MODEL A-3 AND AL-2 - LOK-SET MECHANICAL - SET RETRIEVABLE PACKER

range of applications.
The Model AL-2 Lok-Set Mechanical Packer is a large bore version
of the A-3 Packer. Features, advantages, and operational procedures
are the same as those for the A-3 Packers.

BENEFITS AND CHARACTERISTICS

Holds pressure differentials from above or below

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Provides tubing anchoring with tension applied, suitable for
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pumping wells or injection, controlling tubing forces related to
change fluid temperatures
Opposed dovetail slips for positive set
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Elastomer options available for hostile environments
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Internal by-pass
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Tubing can be landed in tension, compression, or neutral
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Right-hand rotation sets and releases the packer
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Packing element compression is locked in by ratching action of
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lock segments, also permitting rotation in only one direction
Retracted dovetail slips
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APPLICATIONS
Meets several requirements for zonal isolation, injection,
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pumping and production

OPERATION

Hang the A-3 Packer to completely stretch it out before starting in

the hole. Immediately
prior to running in, rotate the drag block housing sub-assembly
several turns to the left to make sure the segments are functioning
properly. Do not rotate the drag block housing sub-assembly to the
right as this will bind the control segments and prevent them from
moving after reaching setting depth.
Upon reaching setting depth, slowly lower the packer while rotating
the tubing (approximately two turns right at the tool) until the
packer takes weight.
Set-down a minimum of 6,000 lb. to initially set the upper slips.
Lowering of the tool must take place while rotating for the tool to set
properly.
Apply an upstrain of approximately 3,000 to 6,000 lb. and rotate the tubing (four to eight turns at the tool) to
the right until the tool moves up the hole. When releasing the packer with pressure in favor of the tubing,
rotate tubing to the right slowly enough to equalize before the lower slips disengage. Continue to rotate to
the right several turns while moving up the hole to be certain the slips are fully retracted.

MODEL A-3 AND AL-2 - LOK-SET MECHANICAL - SET RETRIEVABLE PACKER

“A3” Packer Specification Guide

“Al2” Packer Specification Guide