Intelligent gas production wellhead device with enhanced drainage function

By integrating a spiral flow guiding structure and a porous baffle gas-liquid buffer, combined with a liquid level-pressure dual-parameter intelligent control system, the problems of low gas-liquid separation efficiency and delayed drainage in traditional gas wellhead devices have been solved, realizing intelligent gas-liquid separation and drainage, and ensuring the stability and safety of the gas production process.

CN224079113UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-03SHAANXI YANCHANG PETROLEUM (GRP) CO LTD YANCHANG GAS FIELD GAS PROD PLANT NO 5
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CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
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Filing Date
2025-05-06
Publication Date
2026-04-03

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Technical Problem

Traditional gas wellhead equipment has low gas-liquid separation efficiency, lagging drainage control, and difficulty in adapting to dynamic changes in water cut and gas-liquid ratio during gas well production, resulting in wellbore liquid accumulation and unstable gas well pressure.

Method used

It adopts a spiral flow guiding structure, a porous baffle gas-liquid buffer and a liquid level-pressure dual-parameter intelligent control system, and integrates an intelligent control unit to realize the automation and real-time monitoring of gas-liquid separation and drainage.

Benefits of technology

It improves gas-liquid separation efficiency, ensures timely and stable drainage, adapts to different working conditions, and guarantees the smooth progress of the gas extraction process and the safe operation of the equipment.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of oil and gas field exploitation equipment, and particularly discloses an intelligent gas production wellhead device with an enhanced drainage function, which comprises a main body device, a spiral flow guide section, a buffer plate, a water collecting tank and a drainage component, the spiral flow guide section is arranged in the main body device and is fixedly connected with the main body device through a supporting column; the buffer plate is fixedly arranged in the main body device and above the spiral flow guide section; the water collecting tank is arranged below the main body device and is connected with the main body device through a water conveying pipeline; and the drainage assembly is connected with the water collecting tank. One side of the main body device is connected with an input pipeline, the other side of the main body device is provided with a pressure relief pipeline, and a gas conveying pipeline I and a gas conveying main valve are arranged above the main body device. The device realizes the separation of liquid and gas and the automatic discharge of the liquid, reduces the influence of water in the gas on subsequent equipment, and ensures the smooth proceeding of the gas production process.
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Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of oil and gas field development equipment technology, and more specifically, to an intelligent gas wellhead device that enhances drainage function. Background Technology

[0002] During natural gas extraction, large amounts of formation water or condensate are often generated within the wellbore. If the liquid cannot be drained in time, it can lead to wellbore accumulation, a drop in well pressure, and in severe cases, even production shutdown. Traditional wellhead equipment often employs gravity settling or simple cyclone separation structures, which have the following technical drawbacks:

[0003] Low gas-liquid separation efficiency: Conventional hydrocyclones are ineffective at separating low-velocity, high-liquid-content gas streams, which are prone to secondary accumulation in pipelines;

[0004] Delayed drainage control: Relying on float valves or timers to control drainage, lacking real-time liquid level monitoring, often results in problems such as "untimely emptying" or "pressure fluctuations caused by excessive drainage";

[0005] Insufficient adaptability: Fixed structural parameters make it difficult to match the working conditions of rising water cut and dynamic changes in gas-liquid ratio during the middle and late stages of gas well production.

[0006] In recent years, some improvement schemes have attempted to introduce sensors and electronically controlled valves, but these have the following limitations:

[0007] The sensor only monitors a single parameter (such as liquid level) and is not linked to the wellhead pressure for control. The drainage process can easily disrupt the pressure balance of the gas well.

[0008] The control unit and the wellhead body are designed separately, which results in low reliability in high-pressure and highly corrosive environments.

[0009] Without optimizing the core structure of gas-liquid separation, the intelligent features are only applied to the drainage execution end, failing to fundamentally improve separation efficiency.

[0010] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a wellhead device that integrates gas-liquid separation and drainage control, which can achieve efficient, stable, and adaptive drainage and gas production through structural innovation and intelligent algorithm collaboration. Utility Model Content

[0011] To overcome the shortcomings mentioned above, this utility model aims to provide an intelligent gas wellhead device that enhances drainage function. By integrating a spiral flow guiding structure, a porous baffle gas-liquid buffer, and a dual-parameter intelligent control system for liquid level and pressure, it effectively solves the problems of low separation efficiency, delayed drainage, and poor adaptability to operating conditions of traditional devices.

[0012] This utility model discloses an intelligent gas wellhead device with enhanced drainage function, comprising a main body, a spiral guide section, a buffer plate, a water collection tank, and a drainage component; the spiral guide section is disposed inside the main body and is fixedly connected to the main body via a support column; the buffer plate is fixedly disposed inside the main body above the spiral guide section; the water collection tank is disposed below the main body and is connected to the main body via a water supply pipe; the drainage component is connected to the water collection tank.

[0013] Preferably, the drainage assembly includes a drainage pipe, a liquid level sensor, and an electric valve. The liquid level sensor is disposed inside the water collection tank, the drainage pipe is connected to the water collection tank, and the electric valve is disposed on the drainage pipe.

[0014] Preferably, an input pipe is provided on one side of the main device, an input valve is provided on the input pipe, and the input valve is connected to a connecting pipe.

[0015] Preferably, a pressure relief pipe is provided on the other side of the main device, and a pressure relief valve is provided on the pressure relief pipe.

[0016] Preferably, a gas transmission pipeline is provided above the main device, and a main gas transmission valve is provided on the gas transmission pipeline. The main gas transmission valve is connected to a pipeline adapter through a second gas transmission pipeline, and the pipeline adapter is connected to a gas output valve through the second gas transmission pipeline.

[0017] Preferably, the buffer plate is a porous circular plate.

[0018] Preferably, the device is further provided with an intelligent control unit, including a pressure sensor, a controller and a wireless communication module. The pressure sensor is located inside the main device, and the controller controls the opening and closing of the electric valve according to the signals from the pressure sensor and the liquid level sensor.

[0019] Therefore, this utility model is an intelligent gas extraction wellhead device with enhanced drainage function using the above-described structure, and its beneficial effects are as follows:

[0020] (1) Enhanced drainage capacity: Through the coordinated work of the spiral guide section, buffer plate and water collection tank, the moisture in the gas is effectively collected, and the drainage component realizes automatic drainage, reducing the impact of water in the gas on subsequent equipment and ensuring the smooth progress of the gas extraction process.

[0021] (2) Intelligent control: The intelligent control unit controls the electric valve according to the signals of the pressure sensor and the liquid level sensor to realize automated operation, improve the stability and reliability of the device operation, and facilitate remote monitoring and management.

[0022] (3) Safety assurance: The pressure relief pipeline and pressure relief valve can promptly remove excessive pressure, prevent the device from being dangerous due to excessive pressure, and ensure the safe operation of the gas wellhead device.

[0023] The technical solution of this utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. Attached Figure Description

[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of an intelligent gas extraction wellhead device with enhanced drainage function according to this utility model;

[0025] Figure 2 This is a side sectional view of the main body of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 3 This is a structural schematic diagram of the top of the cross-sectional view of the main device of this utility model.

[0027] Figure Labels

[0028] 1. Connecting pipe; 2. Inlet valve; 3. Inlet pipe; 4. Main unit; 41. Support column; 42. Spiral guide section; 43. Buffer plate; 5. Water supply pipe; 6. Water collection tank; 7. Drainage pipe; 8. Electric valve; 9. Pressure relief pipe; 10. Pressure relief valve; 11. Gas supply pipe one; 12. Main gas supply valve; 13. Pipe adapter; 14. Gas supply pipe two; 15. Gas output valve. Detailed Implementation

[0029] The technical solution of this utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0030] Unless otherwise defined, the technical or scientific terms used in this utility model shall have the ordinary meaning understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this utility model pertains. The terms "first," "second," and similar terms used in this utility model do not indicate any order, quantity, or importance, but are merely used to distinguish different components. Terms such as "comprising" or "including" mean that the element or object preceding the word encompasses the elements or objects listed following the word and their equivalents, without excluding other elements or objects. Terms such as "connected" or "linked" are not limited to physical or mechanical connections, but can include electrical connections, whether direct or indirect. Terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," and "right" are used only to indicate relative positional relationships; when the absolute position of the described object changes, the relative positional relationship may also change accordingly.

[0031] like Figure 1As shown, this utility model discloses an intelligent gas wellhead device with enhanced drainage function, including a main body 4, a water collection tank 6, and a drainage component. The water collection tank 6 is located below the main body 4 and is connected to the main body 4 through a water supply pipe 5. The drainage component includes a drainage pipe 7, a liquid level sensor, and an electric valve 8. The liquid level sensor is located inside the water collection tank 6, the drainage pipe 7 is connected to the water collection tank 6, and the electric valve 8 is located on the drainage pipe 7.

[0032] An input pipe 3 is installed on one side of the main unit 4, and an input valve 2 is installed on the input pipe 3. The input valve 2 is connected to a connecting pipe 1, which is connected to the wellhead. The flow of gas and liquid is controlled by the input valve 2. A pressure relief pipe 9 is installed on the other side of the main unit, and a pressure relief valve 10 is installed on the pressure relief pipe 9. The pressure relief valve 10 can promptly remove excessive pressure to prevent the device from being dangerous due to excessive pressure and ensure the safe operation of the gas wellhead device. A gas transmission pipe 11 is installed above the main unit 4, and a main gas transmission valve 12 is installed on the gas transmission pipe 11. The main gas transmission valve 12 is connected to a pipe adapter 13 through a second gas transmission pipe 14. The pipe adapter 13 is connected to a gas output valve 15 through the second gas transmission pipe 14. The gas output can be controlled by the main gas transmission valve 12, and the gas output direction can be controlled by the pipe adapter 13 to ensure stable gas output.

[0033] like Figure 2-3 As shown, the main body device 4 is equipped with a spiral guide section 42 and a buffer plate 43. The spiral guide section 42 is connected to the bottom of the main body device 4 through support columns 41. There are two support columns 41, which are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the bottom of the spiral guide section 42. The buffer plate 43 is a porous circular plate and is arranged above the spiral guide section 42. The spiral guide section 42 can separate the gas-liquid mixture through centrifugal force, so that the gas rises and the liquid enters the water collection tank 6 through the water supply pipe 5. The buffer plate 43 reduces the gas flow rate and reduces liquid entrainment through its porous design.

[0034] The wellhead device is also equipped with an intelligent control unit, including a pressure sensor, a controller, and a wireless communication module. The pressure sensor is located inside the main unit 4. The controller controls the opening and closing of the electric valve 8 based on the signals from the pressure sensor and the liquid level sensor, and dynamically adjusts the drainage frequency. The wireless communication module uploads the sensor data to the cloud, and maintenance personnel can remotely modify the drainage parameters and dynamically adjust the parameters according to the gas and liquid flow rate at the wellhead to ensure the normal operation of the wellhead device.

[0035] In summary, this utility model provides an intelligent gas wellhead device with enhanced drainage function using the above-mentioned structure. By integrating a spiral flow guiding structure, a porous baffle gas-liquid buffer, and a liquid level-pressure dual-parameter intelligent control system, it effectively solves the problems of low separation efficiency, delayed drainage, and poor adaptability to operating conditions of traditional devices.

[0036] Finally, it should be noted that the above are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model and are not intended to limit the utility model. Although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. An enhanced drainage function smart gas production wellhead device, characterized by, Including main body device, spiral flow guide section, buffer board, water collecting tank and drainage assembly; The spiral flow guide section is arranged inside the main body device, and is fixedly connected with the main body device through the supporting column;The buffer board is fixedly arranged inside the main body device, above the spiral flow guide section;The water collecting tank is arranged below the main body device and is connected with the main body device through the water delivery pipeline;The drainage assembly is connected with the water collecting tank.

2. The enhanced drainage smart gas wellhead of claim 1, wherein, The drainage assembly includes a drainage pipeline, a liquid level sensor and an electric valve, the liquid level sensor is arranged inside the water collecting tank, the drainage pipeline is connected with the water collecting tank, and the electric valve is arranged on the drainage pipeline.

3. The enhanced drainage smart gas wellhead of claim 1, wherein, One side of the main body device is provided with an input pipeline, and an input valve is arranged on the input pipeline.

4. The enhanced drainage smart gas wellhead of claim 3, wherein, The other side of the main body device is provided with a pressure relief pipeline, and a pressure relief valve is arranged on the pressure relief pipeline.

5. The enhanced drainage smart gas wellhead of claim 3, wherein, A gas delivery pipeline one is arranged above the main body device, a gas total valve is arranged on the gas delivery pipeline one, the gas total valve is connected with a pipeline adapter through a gas delivery pipeline two, and the pipeline adapter is connected with a gas output valve through the gas delivery pipeline two.

6. The smart gas production wellhead device with enhanced drainage function according to claim 1, characterized in that, The buffer board is a porous circular plate.

7. The enhanced drainage smart gas wellhead of claim 2, wherein, The device is also provided with an intelligent control unit, including a pressure sensor, a controller and a wireless communication module, the pressure sensor is arranged inside the main body device, and the controller controls the opening and closing of the electric valve according to the signals of the pressure sensor and the liquid level sensor.