Kick analysis - Maximum pit gain from a gas kick in water-based mud
Input(s)
P: Formation Pressure (psi)
V: Pit Gain (bbl)
KWM: Kill weight mud (ppg)
C: Annular Capacity \((\mathrm{bbl} / \mathrm{ft})\)
Output(s)
MPG: Maximum pit gain resulting from a gas kick in a water-based mud (bbl)
Formula(s)
\[
M P G=4 *\left(P * V * \frac{C}{K W M}\right)^{0.5}
\]
Reference(s)
Formulas and Calculations for Drilling, Production and Workover, Second Edition, Lapeyrouse, Page: 127.