ViewMax Camera

Objects of interest are first observed using the camera in downward facing mode. Operation can be switched to side view to enable a close up inspection. Changing the view is achieved via surface-control of the integral motor, facilitating a full 360o inspection.

ViewMax can be run on any conventional e-line and requires only a single conductor to supply power and carry images to the surface. Images are captured at the rate of approximately 1 frame per second and can be viewed and stored on a surface laptop.

Key features& benefits

• Instant visualisation of downhole conditions both below and to the side
• Side view extends the tool's tolerance to marginal fluid clarity
• It can enable vision where the down view may not
• Clear fluid is still a tool prerequisite and gives optimum results
• Fully functional stand-alone client viewer software for playback (e-line only)
• CD deliverable with easy-to-operate job viewer program included (e-line only)

Typical applications

• Inspection of DHSV's, SPM's and wellheads
• Fishing operations - aids planning of fishing tools to be used
• Perforation inspection - perforation hole size, shape and status (plugged or open) etc
• Subsea ram inspection - easily confirms whether there is debris in cavities
• BHA / gravel pack / slotted liner - assess damage / openings
• Open hole - look directly into fractures / view formation details
• Pipe torque - can count exposed threads to see backed off pipe clearly