2.2. Fluid Hydraulics


2.2.8. Cuttings Carrying Index

Task is used to calculate cutting carrying index (CCI) that is useful in hole cleaning efficiency estimation.

Input Values
Mud Weight Density of Mud
R600, R300 Viscometer dial reading at 600 rpm and 300 rpm
Hole Diameter Inner diameter of the open hole
Pipe OD Pipe Outer Diameter
Flow Rate Flow Rate provided by Pumps
Results
CCI Cuttings Carrying Index