Oil Well Sand Control Screen in 316L Stainless Steel (AISI 316L (1.4404)) is used for keeping formation sand out of oil and gas production with premium sintered-mesh or wire-wrap screens built on perforated base pipe. The alloy gives superior resistance, including chlorides, brines, food CIP and mild acids and is essentially non-magnetic, with a practical service limit of approx. +550 °C continuous.
Alloy Properties
| Grade designation | AISI 316L (1.4404) |
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| Magnetic response | Essentially non-magnetic |
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| Service temperature | approx. +550 °C continuous |
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| Corrosion characteristic | Superior resistance, including chlorides, brines, food CIP and mild acids |
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Specifications of Oil Well Sand Control Screen Available in 316L Stainless Steel
| Size | Outer diameter (mm) | Length (mm) | Micron rating (u00b5m) | Construction |
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| 2 7/8 in | 89 | 6000 | 150 | Premium sintered mesh |
| 4 1/2 in | 135 | 12000 | 200 | Premium sintered mesh |
| 5 1/2 in | 160 | 12000 | 250 | Wire-wrap |
Where 316L Stainless Steel Oil Well Sand Control Screen Is Used
- Oil producers: stand-alone screen and gravel-pack completions.
- Gas wells: sand control in unconsolidated formations.
- Thermal SAGD wells: high-temperature slotted and mesh screens.
- Water injection & disposal: injector screens.
Ordering Oil Well Sand Control Screen in 316L Stainless Steel
- Base pipe: 2 7/8 to 5 1/2 in, with connection and grade.
- Rating: 150–250 µm chosen from formation sand analysis.
- Construction: Premium multi-layer mesh with protective shroud, or wire-wrap.
Mistakes to Avoid with Oil Well Sand Control Screen
- Choosing a rating without sand analysis.
- Damaging screens on the rig floor.
