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Slimhole Casing Exit Systems

For Coiled-Tubing and Thru-Tubing Rotary Drilling


Advancing Slimhole
Casing Exit Technology
Thru-tubing drilling in the
form of coiled-tubing drill-
ing (CTD) or thru-tubing
rotary drilling (TTRD)
enables operators to re-
enter and sidetrack wells
faster, more efficiently and
at lower cost, and also
makes it possible to
access reserves that other-
wise might be beyond eco-
nomic reach.
Deciding whether to use
CTD or TTRD must be
made on a case-by-case
basis, taking into account
both technical and
economic considerations.
Regardless of which
method is selected, casing
exit technology is a critical
success factor. Baker Oil
Tools has applied its
industry-leading in-house
product development and
unmatched cutting and
milling capabilities to
develop two new slimhole
casing exit systems that
set new standards for time
savings, reliability and
performance.
Take Slimhole Exit Systems to the Next Level
Slimhole Casing Exit Systems. . .
That Bring New Levels of Perfor-
mance, Reliability and Economy to
Coiled-Tubing and Thru-Tubing Rotary
Drilling Re-entry Projects.
A critical success factor in thru-tubing
re-entry operations is the casing exit.
Baker Oil Tools’ new Slimhole Mono-
bore and Restricted Bore Casing Exit
Systems enable window cutting with-
out having to pull the existing com-
pletion or production tubing. The new
systems also bring additional time and
risk-reducing features to the economic
and operational advantages of thru-
tubing re-entry drilling technology.
Baker Oil Tools’ history of excellence
and innovation in whipstock technol-
ogy and window cutting is unparal-
leled. Since 1994, over 250 slimhole
casing exits have been successfully
executed worldwide using our Thru-
Tubing and Coiled-Tubing Monobore
Whipstock Systems. This level of
experience, in conjunction with the
ability to access state-of-the-art new
technology, such as Navi-Drill®
X-treme® Workover Motors and custom
designed diamond window mills, has
allowed Baker Oil Tools to offer new
“Best-In-Class” systems capable of
meeting the new challenges of today's
market.
Specifications for Coiled-Tubing, Mechanical-Set Whipstock for Monobore Applications
Tubing/Casing OD
in. mm
3-1/2 88.9
4-1/2 - 5 114 - 127
Mechanical-Set Whipstock for Monobore
Applications
For slimhole monobore applications, the
Mechanical-Set Whipstock sets new stan-
dards for time saving and efficiency. When
deploying the system with electric line, stan-
dard tools and methods are used for orienta-
tion and setting. MWD tools are used to
orient the system when it is used with coiled
tubing or threaded pipe.
• Window can be cut without pulling exist-
ing completion or production tubing
• One-trip orientation and setting on electric
line, coiled tubing or threaded pipe. Previ-
ous monobore systems required three runs
to orient and set the packer and whipstock.
• Ability to set on either the “high” or “low”
side of the casing ensures the optimal exit
point. Previous monobore systems could
be set only 60 degrees to the left or right
of “high” side.
• Whipstock can be retrieved by engaging a
fixed lug retrieval tool into a slot in the
whipstock body and applying overpull to
release.
• Integral anchor system reduces trips and
wellbore restrictions. Because the anchor
mechanism is an integral part of the whip-
stock system and not sensitive to worn
or semi-restricted IDs, fewer trips are
required to complete the window. This fea-
ture also means that nothing is left in the
primary bore to obstruct production or to
prevent access for intervention work below
the kick-off point after whipstock retrieval.
Whipstock OD Exit Size
in. mm in. mm
2.625 66.7 2.800 71.1
3.625 92.1 3.800 96.5
 Restricted-Bore Whipstock System
Like its monobore counterpart, the Restricted-Bore
Whipstock System sets new standards for slim-
hole, thru-tubing re-entries, where the whipstock is
set in larger casing below the tubing tailpipe. This
system can be used with coiled tubing, threaded
pipe or electric line.
• Window can be cut in larger casing below tail-
pipe without pulling existing completion or pro-
duction tubing
• One-trip orientation and setting on electric line,
coiled tubing or threaded pipe
• Large bypass flow area allows for production
from the main bore below
• The new system is not sensitive to tubing weight
or condition. Previous thru-tubing systems did
not allow for variance in liner ID due to tubing
deterioration or deposits of cement, scale, etc.
• Ability to set on either the “high” or “low” side
of the casing ensures the optimal exit point. Pre-
vious systems could be set only 45 degrees to the
left or right of “high” side
• Whipstock can be retrieved by using an overshot
to engage an external fishneck profile at the top
of the whipstock. Applied overpull will release
the setting forces and allow the anchoring slips
to retract back into the slip housing
• Multiple exit sizes possible. Milling systems
available from 3.80 in. to 4.50 in. OD
(96.5 - 114.3 mm)

Specifications for Restricted-Bore Whipstock Applications

Tubing/Casing OD Whipstock OD Exit Size
in. mm in. mm in. mm
5-1/2 139.7 3.625 92.1 3.800 96.5
7 177.8 3.625 92.1 3.800 - 4.500 96.5 - 114.3
7-5/8 193.7 3.625 92.1 3.800 - 4.500 96.5 - 114.3
 Navi-Drill® X-treme® Workover Motor
Workover motor performance is crucial
to the success of any successful
slimhole exit system. New Navi-Drill
X-treme Workover Motors with equi-
distant power section technology
deliver significantly increased power
and improved reliability when sub-
jected to the stresses encountered
during window milling. The heart of
the motor is a contoured stator that is
manufactured according to a proprie-
tary process that significantly reduces
the motor’s rubber content compared
to conventional positive displacement
motors.
• Higher rates of penetration
• Extended run times
• Reduced milling times
• Less wear on milling and cutting tools
• Increased reliability in high-stress applications
• Successful operation in downhole temperatures
above 400ºF (204ºC)

Slimhole Milling Assemblies

Both monobore and restricted-bore exit systems use
proprietary hybrid milling assemblies. The assembly
combines a custom designed diamond window mill
from Hughes Christensen followed by near bit
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Superloy® string reamer which can mill the window

and drill the pilot hole in a single trip without the
need for excessive reaming. The field-proven milling
assemblies also can execute multiple string exits in
a single trip while maintaining full gauge of the
window.

To enhance the performance, reliability and cost

effectiveness of your well intervention operations,
contact your local Baker Oil Tools Thru-Tubing
Fishing representative today, e-mail us at
fishing.services@bakeroiltools.com, or visit our
Website at www.fishingsvcs.com.

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