What is a Wax Knife?
A Wax Knife is designed to cut and loosen wax build-ups formed on the inside diameter (I.D.) of the tubing walls. It is a spear-shaped tool with a series of cross holes drilled in a spiral pattern along the entire length of the body. The wax knife is installed on a tool string and lowered down the tubing string, exceeding the depth that wax characteristically forms in the well or area. After each pass, a provision should be made to flow or circulate loose wax from the well.
Applications
- Cutting and loosening wax build-ups formed on the inside diameter (I.D.) of the tubing walls.
- Loosening hydrates that form on the I.D. of the tubing walls.
Key Features & Benefits
- Designed with series of cross holes drilled in a spiral pattern along the entire length of the body.
- Wire is threaded through each hole and bent around the body being twisted together. This design allows for the operator to customize the wirelengths as required.
