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optical probe
Oil & gas; Oilfield
A small sensor in a production logging tool that distinguishes the type of fluid in its vicinity as it is moved up and down a production well. The optical probe is sensitive to ...
electric probe
Oil & gas; Oilfield
A small sensor in a production logging tool that distinguishes between hydrocarbon and water in its vicinity as it is moved up and down a production well. The electric probe was ...
barrel pump
Oil & gas; Oilfield
A small pump with an extended suction duct that is designed to pump fluid from barrels. Barrel pumps are commonly used to decant liquid additives during the preparation of ...
microannulus
Oil & gas; Oilfield
A small gap that can form between the casing or liner and the surrounding cement sheath, most commonly formed by variations in temperature or pressure during or after the ...
hydrostatic bailer
Oil & gas; Oilfield
A slickline tool generally used for the removal of sand or similar small particles around the fishing necks of downhole tools or equipment. The hydrostatic bailer incorporates a ...
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