API Spec 19ICD First Edition PDF
This specification provides requirements and guidelines for inflow control devices (ICDs) for both production and injection, as defined herein, for use in the petroleum and natural gas industry. This specification provides requirements for the functional specification and technical specification, including design, design verification and validation, materials, documentation and data control, and quality requirements.
Products covered by any other API specification, such as sand screens and sliding sleeves are not included. Also not included are externally controlled downhole devices including interval control valves (ICVs). This specification does not cover the connections to the well conduit, the effects of corrosion, or ICDs designated for use in thermal recovery applications. Installation, application, and operation of these products are outside the scope of this specification.
