The new version of XDIAG has been tested extensively and is now very close to being released. The new XDIAG will have many new improvements as discussed in prior newsletters.
Since a few months ago Theta Enterprises, has been developing a new computer program called “X-Tools.” This is a utility program that assists you in the optimization of rod pumping systems. As of now, this new program has three modules:
Figure 2 shows the SPM/Motor sheave sizing window.
Figure 2. The SPM-Calc Window of the new X-Tools utility software
You have the option of either entering a pumping speed and having the program calculate the sheave size you need, or you can enter the sheave size and have the program calculate the SPM that this sheave will give you.
The gas anchor design calculates the dip tube length and diameter, the number of slots or holes you need for the dip tube and mud anchor the size of the mud anchor, etc.
The Tubing Anchor utility calculates the required overpull force and equivalent tubing stretch for setting a tension tubing anchor correctly.
We estimate that X-Tools will be released the first quarter of 2005. Please
let us know if there are any other utilities you would like to see included
in X-Tools.