Definition(s)
Retrievable Packer
A tool consisting of slips, an open mandrel, and rubber sealing elements run on workstring or tubing to isolate the wellbore h m pressures encountered during squeeze cementing operations. The tool is intended to be set and released several times by methods specific to the tool design (i.e., tension or compression set).
Source: API BULLETIN E3, Environmental Guidance Document: Well Abandonment and Inactive Well Practices for U.S. Exploration and Production Operations, First Edition, January 1993 (Reaffirmed June 2000). Global Standards