Big hole charge

{
  "id": "MLC-T-OAG-000338",
  "term": "Big hole charge",
  "field": "Oil and gas",
  "definition": "A specialized shaped charge designed to create a larger-than-average perforation tunnel in the casing and surrounding formation. These charges are used when maximum flow area is desired, such as in gravel pack completions or for high-rate production wells. The resulting hole diameter can be significantly larger than that produced by standard charges.",
  "subject": "Perforating",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oil-and-gas/big-hole-charge/"
}