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coiled tubing connector

1. n. [Well Workover and Intervention]

The downhole device used to connect the tool string to the coiled tubing string. Several types of devices with varying principles of operation are commonly used. The primary requirement is provision of an adequate mechanical connection capable of withstanding the necessary tensile and compressive forces, while ensuring efficient hydraulic isolation of the connection between the tool string and the coiled tubing string.