Drill Collar Lores
Drill Collar Lores
Drill Collar Lores
The bores of our drill collars are machined to close tolerance by precision drilling methods and are drifted to API speci cations. The surface is as rolled, which is the original mill nish. All connections are chemically treated to prevent galling. Thread roots are cold-worked to provide longer fatigue life. All drill collars are shipped with thread protectors.
Stress-Relief Features
Stress-relief features reduce the chance of failure due to the cyclic fatigue inherent in bending. RDT drill collars have an API Stress-relief Groove on the pin and a Bore Back Box which remove unengaged threads in highly stressed areas of the drill collar joint. This leads to fewer failures as bending occurs in the smooth surfaces, which are free from stress concentrations.
Quality Control
Every stage in the manufacture of our drill collars is rigidly controlled. We perform continuous inspections on threading, which is one of the most critical operations in the manufacture of quality products. Lead and taper, thread pro le, depth of thread, and gauge stand-o are all constantly monitored to guarantee API tolerances and uniformity.
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NC 50-70 (4-1/2 IF) NC 50-70 (4-1/2 IF) NC 50-72 (4-1/2 IF) NC 56-77
6-5/8 Reg 6-5/8 Reg
1. The size and type in parentheses indicate interchangeable connections. 2. Ratio of box to pin section modulus (see API Speci cation RP7G for explanation) 3. Low-torque face. All dimensions in inches unless otherwise speci ed. Please contact your RDT representative for additional sizes and connections.
Ordering Information
When ordering or requesting quotations on RDT drill collars, please specify: 1. Outside diameter, bore and length 2. Size and type of connection; each end of collar and special joint features 3. Slick or spiral 4. Other special features; shing neck, elevator and slip recesses, and/or hard metal type 5. RDT can provide Pony Collars in 5, 10, 15 and 20 foot lengths 6. RDT can provide Non-Magnetic drill collars as per customer speci cations NOTE: Depending upon the OD, RDT API Range II Drill Collars are stocked in 30 and 31 foot lengths.
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