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SKID MOUNTED  WIRELINE UNIT WITH OPERATOR’S CABIN

  • Drum assembly to be of all steel construction, non cast, with the following dimensionsas requested 14 inch core diameter x 26 inches wide between the flanges x 36.5 inch diameter on the flanges and will have a capacity of 20,000 feet 5/16 inch wireline. A large diameter drum shaft with pillow block bearings will be incorporated.Drum assembly will be installed on raised support.
  • Brake assembly will be dual wide band design offering good stopping, holding, and heat dissipation characteristics. A high leverage mechanical brake lever will be installed convenient to the operator.
  • Drive assembly will be of chain and sprocket design with a tensioning system. A transmission will be installed. The hydraulic motor will drive the transmission. 
  • Power drive assembly will be a Caterpillar model 3054TA diesel engine of power unit design.120 hp @ 2,300 rpm with the following equipment.Turbo charged and after cooledSAE #3 flywheel and bell housingFilter system oil and fuelInternal gear balancerShock absorbing mountsHeavy duty radiator (water cooled)Electric starting system55 amp heavy duty alternatorDual 12 volt DC maintenance free batteriesSpark arrestorSafety shutdown system for high engine temperature and low oil pressurePump drive adaptor. Fuel tank of 30 gallon capacityThe engine will drive the hydraulic pump. 
  • Hydraulic assembly will be of closed loop design with 5,000 psi working pressure. A rugged duty pump and motor will be installed. Controls will be by a directional control valve and a relief valve as well as a dump valve. Safety type pressure gauges will be installed, one for system charge pressure and one for system working pressure. Hydraulic fluid will be supplied from a large capacity reservoir, with breather/strainer filler cap and a sight level/temperature gauge will be installed. A hydraulic oil cooler will be installed to aid the reservoir in cooling of the fluid. Filtration system will be installed. All hoses and fittings will be sized for maximum flow.


  • Spooling assembly will be underarm system and manual control. A steering wheel will be installed at the operator’s console. A transport support post will be installed. The arm will adapt to the model 700 meter. Model 700 measure meter, straight line measure, with large diameter register wheel and dual idler wheels. Center wheel is removable for ease of loading the wireline. Mechanical depth counter cable driven will be installed at the  operator’s console, The meter will be installed onto the steering arm. Unit of measure will be footage unless otherwise requested by the customer.
  • Operator’s cabin will be of steel construction with square tubing framework for a longer lasting, more rugged construction. Approximate dimensions of the cabin will be 6 feet front to back x 7 feet wide x 6 feet interior height. The cabin will be well insulated with an FRP material on the walls and ceiling. The floor will be covered with linoleum type material unless otherwise requested by the customer.  A wide entry access door will be installed  at the side and will be of customer’s choice as to which side is most convenient for them.  Heavy duty hinges and a refrigerator type latch and handle will be installed. A large safety glass viewing window will be installed over the drum assembly and will offer good viewing capabilities. Opening windows will be installed at entry door and opposite wall to aid in ventilation. A well padded observor’s seat will be installed across the rear of the cabin and will have storage compartment under. A well padded operator’s seat with back rest will be installed at the console. A small work table with storage will be installed convenient to the operator. Operator’s console will be of stainless steel construction and will be installed inside the cabin and directly behind the drum assembly. All controls, gauges, and switches will be installed with operator safety, comfort, and efficiency in mind. Climate control will be by a hot water heater with DC fan control installed under the observor’s seat.
  • Lighting will be 12 volt DC with cabin interior lighting and drum area lightingNOTE: If AC lighting is required see Options Section. 
  • Mounting will be on a channel construction skid with drag pipes each end and protective lift rigging around the skid. Forklift pockets and four point lifting system will be installed. For safe and easy handling of the wireline unit. A tool box, of steel construction, as requested will be installed on the skid beside the drum area. The box will measure 3 feet long x 2 feet wide x 2 feet deep and will have a lockablehinged lid. 
  • Safety guards and panels will be installed. Paint color will be MWI TAN unless otherwise requested by the customer.
  • Approximate drum performance will be 8,000 pounds pull and 400 feet per minute line speed.
  • Performance testing will be to MWI strictest standards. Routine maintenance will be made easy .
  • Two sets operating, parts, and maintenance manuals will be supplied with equipment. 
  • All material used in the manufacture of this equipment will be of new and recent manufacture. 
  • ACCESSORIES:
  • Wireline 
  • Weight indicator with 15 feet of hose between dial and load cell. Dial will be installed at the operator’s console. Load cell will be installed at the measure meter. Scale will be 0 to 10,000 pounds unless otherwise requested by the customer.

  • Rigging sheaves with full swivel mounting eye and easy loading feature 18 inch wheel
  • Floor sheave stand for above
  • Line wiper 5/16 line with attaching chains
  • Line oiler, spray bar design with on/off control and spray metering  control installed at the drum assembly. 12 Volt Dc motor, pump, and reservoir will be installed. 
  • OPTIONS:
  • Air brake feature with air pods, when hydraulic pump is shifted to neutral brakes will engage.  
  • 120 volt AC lighting with breaker box at cabin interior and over the drum area. Electric supply will be from the rig
  • Encoder 600 pulses and wiring for measure meter installed
  • Collector ring single conductor installed at drum shaft
  • Roof mount air conditioner installed at cabin

  • NOTE: Requires 120 volt AC electric power  

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