This example demonstrates how to determine drill pipe pressure schedule for wait and weight method.
Well Information
Current mud weight = 9.5 ppg
Pump output = 0.1 bbl/stroke
Well depth = 9000’MD/9000’TVD
Drill string capacity = 0.0178 bbl/ft
Surface line volume = 15 bbl.
Shut in casing pressure = 700 psi
Shut in drill pipe pressure = 500 psi
ICP = 1600 psi at 30 spm as kill rate
Please follow steps below to determine the drill pipe pressure schedule (step down chart).
