Circulation valve
Term · Oil and gas · MLC-T-OAG-000681
A downhole device installed in a tubing string that enables the controlled diversion of fluids between the tubing and the annulus. This valve is used for operations such as displacing fluids, spotting chemicals, or initiating reverse circulation. It operates by opening or closing ports through mechanical manipulation or hydraulic pressure.
| Identifier | MLC-T-OAG-000681 |
|---|---|
| Field | Oil and gas |
| Subject | Well Workover and Intervention |
Record as JSON
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"id": "MLC-T-OAG-000681",
"term": "Circulation valve",
"field": "Oil and gas",
"definition": "A downhole device installed in a tubing string that enables the controlled diversion of fluids between the tubing and the annulus. This valve is used for operations such as displacing fluids, spotting chemicals, or initiating reverse circulation. It operates by opening or closing ports through mechanical manipulation or hydraulic pressure.",
"subject": "Well Workover and Intervention",
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oil-and-gas/circulation-valve/"
}
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