ICD
Term · Oil and gas · MLC-T-OAG-001932
An abbreviation for Inflow Control Device, a downhole tool installed in a well completion to manage the flow of fluids from the reservoir into the wellbore. ICDs are designed to equalize inflow along the horizontal section of a well, preventing early water or gas breakthrough. They are passive devices that restrict flow based on pressure differentials.
| Identifier | MLC-T-OAG-001932 |
|---|---|
| Field | Oil and gas |
| Subject | Well Completions |
Record as JSON
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"definition": "An abbreviation for Inflow Control Device, a downhole tool installed in a well completion to manage the flow of fluids from the reservoir into the wellbore. ICDs are designed to equalize inflow along the horizontal section of a well, preventing early water or gas breakthrough. They are passive devices that restrict flow based on pressure differentials.",
"subject": "Well Completions",
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oil-and-gas/icd/"
}
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