Oil Well Sand Control Screen 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. API RP 19C is the reference cited for it on drawings, datasheets and purchase orders.
What API RP 19C Means for Oil Well Sand Control Screen
The dimensions in the table below are supplied to suit API RP 19C. Where the standard sets requirements for the finished appliance, device or system, compliance testing of that assembly stays with its manufacturer; we supply the metal mesh part to the drawing and can provide material certificates and dimensional reports with the shipment.
Oil Well Sand Control Screen Dimensions
| Size | Outer diameter (mm) | Length (mm) | Micron rating (u00b5m) | Construction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Specifying Oil Well Sand Control Screen Beyond the Standard
- 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.
When Oil Well Sand Control Screen Is Not the Right Choice
Not a surface filter.
