Compact Safety Head

The Phuel Compact Safety Head is a large-bore, hydraulically-controlled wireline intervention valve intended for installation directly above the Xmas Tree during wireline intervention.

As with all Phuel Products the valve meets the highest certification levels, including NORSOK, and it’s compact design allows for deployment through the intervention hatch cover therefore avoiding the expense of deferred production and heavy lifting operations.

Our unique cutting and movement mechanisms ensure that the wireline cables are cut cleanly without any risk of damage to the sealing function.
A floating valve provides a barrier to well pressure, which is initially energised by the mechanism and then further energised by differential pressure.

Note: These mechanisms do not infringe on any previously published patents.

A lower volume piston cycle also reduces the accumulator burden to comply with well safety regulations.

Existing PCE control panels can be used to operate the valve. An automatic mechanical back up is provided to ensure the valve cannot leak if the hydraulic pressure is lost and a clear position indicator tells the operator the status of the valve.

Features

API flanged end connections allow connection directly to Xmas Tree
Alternative end connections are available upon request
Manufactured to API 6A
Qualified in accordance with Norsok D-002 and API 16A
Compact design allows installation through the intervention hatch
Separate cutting and sealing face ensures that the cutting process does not damage the sealing area
Available for applications up to 10,000 psi
Floating valve which contains well pressure and can be easily replaced if needed
Replaceable cutting blade for low cost replacement parts
Ease of maintenance has been designed in, simple to strip down & rebuild
Low operating pressure, small displacement volume open – close (2ltr) using any operating fluid

Cutting Capabilities

All currently used Slickline and cables

15mm Carbon Rod
24mm Hydraulic Hose
Capillary tubing