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Downhole temperature rule of thumb

Downhole temperature rule of thumb

Downhole temperature rule of thumb

(OP)
Is there a rule of thumb to estimate downhole temperatures? say, xxxºC/m?
I know that some formations might present higher than normal/expected temperatures due to geological factors, but under normal conditions. Does such a rule of thumb exist?

RE: Downhole temperature rule of thumb

Unotec,
As you mention, conditions vary depending on region, etc., so using a "rule-of-thumb" is risky. A typical downhole logging tool is designed to operate at 20,000 psi and 200C. If you assume a "common" mud weight (12 PPG?) and get a corresponding depth for the 20,000 psi pressure, a temperature gradient could be calculated. Again, this can vary greatly.....

RE: Downhole temperature rule of thumb

(OP)
Thanks, I actually looked into wells in the sorrounding area and found a trend that seems to work. I verified the downhole temperature of a few of my wells and the prediction was off by a degree or two. Quite acceptable for my purpose.

RE: Downhole temperature rule of thumb

Hi Unotec,
This is old data from Kermit E Brown hand book on Gas lift-

Normal temperature expected in a  New Well along Texas & Louisiana Gulf Coast.
74 deg F +1.6 deg F /100 feet.
Example-
Given a 10,000 feet well. What temperature is expected at bottom?
74 def F + 1.6 deg F X (10,000/100)= 74 + 160 = 234 deg F.

Hope this will help.
Regards,
John

RE: Downhole temperature rule of thumb

Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin temperature gradient of 0.036 ?C/m (0.0295 °F/ft)

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