Wireline-retrievable safety valve (WRSV)
Term · Oil and gas · MLC-T-OAG-004498
A downhole safety valve that can be installed and retrieved using wireline operations, without requiring a full workover rig. This valve is designed to automatically shut off hydrocarbon flow in the event of an emergency, such as a loss of surface control or damage to the wellhead. It provides a critical layer of well integrity and environmental protection.
| Identifier | MLC-T-OAG-004498 |
|---|---|
| Field | Oil and gas |
| Subject | Well Completions |
| Abbreviation | WRSV |
Record as JSON
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