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| The Sucker Rod Pump is believed to have been developed by the Chinese around 400 BC. At that time bamboo was used for the barrel, and jade or ivory was carved into spheres to make the balls which were set on wooden seats. These pumps were used to pump water using a bamboo sucker rod string. Soon the Chinese were grappling with the same problems we in the oil industry are faced with today. |
| The purpose of this site is to facilitate the exchange of information concerning sucker rod pumps used in the oil industry. This site is not to be construed as an advertisement for any particular product, brand name, or pump shop. It's purpose is that of a resource where you may browse, learn, and exchange information on successful or unsuccessful applications of rod pump technology. E-Mail discussions of various designs, parts, and devices are encouraged. Feel free to pass along the address of any related sites that you have visited so that links can be established. |
| Compression for "Gassy" Wells Gas Locking Pumps are a common problem. Go here for information on pump designs that combat "Gas Lock" |
| Downhole Assembly The equipment below the pump can have an impact on pump efficiency and common pumping problems. Go here for information and discussions of various designs. |
| Pumping Sand Very fine (flour) sands and Frac sands create a special set of problems. Go here for information on designs to deal with sand. |
| Calculating Electrical Usage and Horsepower Requirements Electricity is the most costly part of the modern sucker rod pumping system. Go here for "rule of thumb" calculations that will quickly lead you to the correct conclusion. |
| What's NewThere is something new under the sun. Or maybe we just "discovered" something that has been around for a long time. Go here to check this out. |
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