Production EngineeringHydraulic Fracturing
Hydraulic Horsepower for Hydraulic Fracturing Operation Formula
Hydraulic Horsepower for Hydraulic Fracturing Operation calculates hydraulic horsepower for hydraulic fracturing workflows in production engineering.
How engineers use this formula
Use this formula when the listed inputs (P_inj, q_t) are known and the assumptions behind the cited hydraulic fracturing relationship match the engineering case being checked.
Assumptions
- Input values are representative for the well, reservoir, fluid, or equipment case being evaluated.
- The declared units match the field-unit constants used in the formula.
- The cited formula applies to the selected petroleum engineering workflow.
Limitations
- The calculation does not replace a full engineering model or operating procedure.
- Accuracy depends on the source correlation, assumptions, input quality, and unit consistency.
Common mistakes
- Mixing unit systems without converting the inputs.
- Using default example values as field recommendations.
- Applying the formula outside the source assumptions.
Default example
Using the default inputs, H_h equals 3,675 hp.
P_injpsi
5000
q_tbbl/min
30
Inputs
P_inj
psiInjection Pressure
q_t
bbl/minInjection Rate
Outputs
H_h
hp
Hydraulic Horsepower
P_inj
psi
Injection Pressure
q_t
bbl/min
Injection Rate
Source and review
reviewedSaydam, T. 1967. Principles of Hydraulic Fracturing, ARI Publishing Co., Page 24.
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