Downward force or weight of casing
Input(s)
W: Casing Weight \((\mathrm{lb} / \mathrm{ft})\)
L: Length of Casing (ft)
BF: Buoyancy Factor (unitless)
Output(s)
\(\mathrm{W}_{\mathrm{d}}\): Downward Force of Casing (lb)
Formula(s)
\[
\mathrm{W}_{\mathrm{d}}=\mathrm{W} * \mathrm{~L} * \mathrm{BF}
\]
Reference(s)
Lapeyrouse, N. J., 2002, Formulas and Calculations for Drilling, Production and Workover, Second Edition Gulf Professional, Publishing, Page: 67.