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Flow Velocity Calculator
The Flow Velocity calculator analyzes fluid velocities in the tubing-casing annulus and determines the flow regime based on gas and liquid rates.

Inputs

Wellbore Geometry

FieldDescription
Casing ID (in)Casing inner diameter
Component OD (in)Tubing or rod OD in annulus

Flow Conditions

FieldDescription
Liquid Rate (bbl/day)Total liquid production rate
Gas Rate (Mscf/day)Gas production rate
Pump Intake Pressure (PSI)Pressure at pump intake

Fluid Properties

FieldDescription
Gas Specific GravityGas gravity relative to air

Reservoir Conditions

FieldDescription
Bottom Hole Temp. (°F)Reservoir temperature

Fluid Composition

FieldDescription
Mole Frac. N₂Nitrogen mole fraction
Mole Frac. CO₂Carbon dioxide mole fraction
Mole Frac. H₂SHydrogen sulfide mole fraction

Outputs

OutputDescription
Combined Velocity (ft/sec)Superficial velocity of combined fluids

Flow Regime Map

Visual chart showing flow regime based on superficial gas and liquid velocities:
  • Slug Flow - Intermittent gas slugs
  • Churn Flow - Chaotic, oscillating flow
  • Annular Flow - Gas core with liquid film
  • Bubble Flow - Dispersed gas bubbles in liquid
The current operating point is plotted on the map.

Use Cases

  • Identify problematic flow regimes (slug flow)
  • Evaluate gas interference potential
  • Size tubing for optimal flow
  • Assess artificial lift requirements