• Greater opportunity to reach beyond the damaged near-wellbore area

  • Non-damaging to casing, cement, or formation
    – no debris or compaction
    – no impact or explosion
    – a gentle method of achieving deep penetration.

  • Easier to maintain over time – less likely to plug off.

  • Lower drawdown – reduces potential coning problems

  • Greater opportunity to intersect natural fractures near the wellbore.

  • Light compatible fluids can be used to drill into the zone.