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Case Study: Round vs. Semi-Elliptical Continuous Rod

At Lightning Production Services (LPS), we provide innovative solutions that enhance the efficiency and longevity of your pumping systems with our Hi-Rise System™. Continuous rod has been a game-changer in high-viscous fluid formations, and our round continuous rods offer unparalleled durability and performance, ensuring reduced wear and longer runtime.

Why Choose Round Continuous Rods?

Continuous rod is available in both round and semi-elliptical shapes, but we highly recommend round continuous rod due to the superior performance and durability. Here’s why:

• Reduced Wear and Tear: Round rod significantly reduces wear by distributing pressure evenly across the rod’s circumference, unlike semi-elliptical rods that suffer from concentrated wear on the minor axis..
• Enhanced Durability: With the ability to use rod rotators, round rods can spread wear more evenly, increasing their lifespan and maintaining the efficacy of corrosion inhibitors.
• Consistent Performance: Round rod is less affected by wellbore deviations, providing consistent performance even in wells with directional changes.

Technical Advantages

The design of our round continuous rod minimizes sideloading pressure and wear, making it ideal for both progressive cavity pumps (PCPs) and conventional rod pumping systems. The larger contact area of round rod significantly reduces pressure and wear compared to conventional rod and semi-elliptical rod.

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