{"id":943,"date":"2025-09-17T20:07:14","date_gmt":"2025-09-17T20:07:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/apex-oilfield.com\/?post_type=service&#038;p=943"},"modified":"2026-04-02T09:22:57","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T09:22:57","slug":"debris-catcher","status":"publish","type":"service","link":"https:\/\/apex-oilfield.com\/?service=debris-catcher","title":{"rendered":"Debris Catcher"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>APEX\u2019s debris catcher manifold is engineered to effectively remove drilling solids, formation particles, and proppant-based debris from wellbore fluids during well testing operations. Designed with operational efficiency and equipment protection in mind, the system safeguards downstream pressure control and measurement equipment from potential damage caused by debris-laden flow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The manifold features two horizontal filter vessels\u2014one on each side\u2014equipped with independent upstream and downstream manual gate valves. This dual-path configuration allows for uninterrupted well testing flow while enabling the removal, cleaning, or replacement of filter screens without shutting down the operation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Filter screens are available in a wide range of configurations, from junk-catcher types with customized slot or hole sizes to fine wire-wrapped sand filters with micron ratings of 200, 400, 800, and 1,200. Each screen includes a removable NPT plug at the closed end to support mechanical cleaning or flushing of stubborn debris.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>APEX\u2019s debris catcher manifold delivers a robust, flexible, and reliable solution for maintaining the integrity of well testing equipment and optimizing flow assurance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Applications:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Onshore and offshore well testing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clean-up and flow back operation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key Features:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Dual-Flow Paths:<\/strong> Ensures continuous flow during maintenance or screen changeout without downtime during well clean-up.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Inside-to-Outside Filtration:<\/strong> Optimized for effective debris capture and easy removal.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No requirement for choking upstream flow.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Integrated Flushing &amp; Drain Ports:<\/strong> Facilitates efficient cleaning and maintenance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pressure &amp; Bleed-Off Ports:<\/strong> Enables real-time monitoring and safe depressurization.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/apex-oilfield.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-17-at-4.35.55-PM-1.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2142\" style=\"width:800px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/apex-oilfield.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-17-at-4.35.55-PM-1.jpeg 1280w, https:\/\/apex-oilfield.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-17-at-4.35.55-PM-1-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/apex-oilfield.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-17-at-4.35.55-PM-1-1024x682.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/apex-oilfield.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-17-at-4.35.55-PM-1-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Technical Specifications<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Specification<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Model 1<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Model 2<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Maximum Working Pressure<\/strong><\/td><td>10,000 psi (690 bar)<\/td><td>15,000 psi (1,034 bar)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Working Temperature<\/strong><\/td><td>-20 to 250 \u00b0F (-29 to 121 \u00b0C)<\/td><td>-20 to 350 \u00b0F (-29 to 177 \u00b0C)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Nominal ID<\/strong><\/td><td>3 inches (76.2 mm)<\/td><td>3 inches (76.2 mm)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Maximum Gas Rate<\/strong><\/td><td>35 MMscfd (991,090 m\u00b3\/day)<\/td><td>50 MMscfd (1,415,842 m\u00b3\/day)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Maximum Liquid Rate<\/strong><\/td><td>5,000 bpd (795 m\u00b3\/day)<\/td><td>5,000 bpd (795 m\u00b3\/day)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Weight (Dry)<\/strong><\/td><td>12,125 lbs (5,500 kg)<\/td><td>16,535 lbs (7,500 kg)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>External Dimensions (L x W x H)<\/strong><\/td><td>9.81 x 8 x 3.25 ft (2.99 x 2.44 x 0.99 m)<\/td><td>9.81 x 8.69 x 3.61 ft (2.99 x 2.65 x 1.10 m)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Inlet\/Outlet Connections<\/strong><\/td><td>3\u201d 1502 female\/male<\/td><td>3 1\/16\u201d 15K flange or D27 hub<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Drain\/Flush Connections<\/strong><\/td><td>1-13\/16\u201d API flange \/ 1\u201d AEMP female with pressure test blinds<\/td><td>1-13\/16\u201d API flange \/ 1\u201d AEMP female with pressure test blinds<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Note:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Designed and fabricated to <strong>API 6A &#8211; PSL3<\/strong>, <strong>ASME VIII Div2<\/strong>, <strong>NACE MR01.75<\/strong>, <strong>DNV 2.7-3<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Filter screens are available in <strong>SS 316L<\/strong> material with nominal sizing of <strong>110mm diameter x 1675mm overall length<\/strong>, screen ranges of <strong>400, 800 &amp; 1200 microns<\/strong>, with options of <strong>holed or slotted screens<\/strong> available on request.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Other sizes and configurations are available to meet most applications. For more information, contact your local Apex Petroleum Services representative.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>APEX\u2019s debris catcher manifold is engineered to effectively remove drilling solids, formation particles, and proppant-based debris from wellbore fluids during well testing operations. Designed with operational efficiency and equipment protection in mind, the system safeguards downstream pressure control and measurement equipment from potential damage caused by debris-laden flow. 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