BIW Connector Systems Products and Applications

BIW Connector Systems supplies electrical penetrators for oil wells. Most such feedthrus are used to connect electric submersible pumps (ESPs). However, electrical penetrations are also used to operate downhole heaters and downhole compressors and separators. In addition, penetrators are used to connect downhole instruments and permanent downhole gauges.

(Learn more about the full line of BIW Connector Systems products including Wellhead Feedthrus, Packer Feedthrus, Smart Well Feedthrus and ESP Cable Splicing products)

 

Electrical feedthrus are used to pass electrical energy through the pressure barriers of an oil well in a safe manner. Electrical feedthru systems are designed to have the same pressure ratings as wellheads, packers and pods. They prevent gases or fluids from escaping from the well through the electrical penetration. Many electrical feedthru systems have approvals from internationally recognized test laboratories, for installation in areas classified as hazardous zones.
 

Electrical feedthru systems reduce installation time. Feedthru systems can provide ease of installation. Three-piece systems provide the maximum convenience by allowing easy attachment and connection both below and above the wellhead or packer.
 

Wellheads
Electric feedthrus, also called "mandrels", are used to penetrate the tubing hanger of a wellhead, and to provide a pressure block.

Packers
Electrical Feedthrus are used with packers to provide a pressure block. Depending on the size of the packer, Crossover Adapters may be used to move the pressure block above or below the Packer.

Pods
When pods are used to enclose the ESP, electrical penetrators are required to provide pressure blocking.