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From simple

to complex drill strings,


VAM Drilling
manufactures it all.
Drill Pipe
Heavy Weight Drill Pipe
Drill Collars
Performance Drilling Systems
Services and Accessories

Vallourec Group
Why VAM Drilling is Designed to Perform™
Our slogan “Designed to Perform” is the result of a long adventure which began over three years ago when
V&M TUBES Drilling Products, OMSCO Inc. and SMF-International came together to become VAM Drilling,
now one of the most recognized producers of innovative drill stem products in the world. Since then, VAM
Drilling has grown tremendously with the acquisition of DPAL and Protools in the Middle East and with the
investment in a new welding line in the Vallourec & Mannesmann do Brasil Mill. VAM Drilling today is a truly
international drilling solutions provider supplying products and services close to where our clients are active.
Through its vertical integration with the Vallourec Group, VAM Drilling is able to guarantee the superior
quality of its raw materials and to develop new steel grade technologies to ensure superior performance.
Our company has brought together experts with a variety of backgrounds in a number of locations, all
working towards the same common goal: bringing our clients the best possible products and services for
their most challenging drilling needs.
Reaching our goal is made possible by the core values which are shared by every VAM Drilling employee:
commitment towards our customers and their needs combined with the know-how to provide customized
solutions based on recognized processes and proven products.
Designed to Perform is VAM Drilling’s way of highlighting not only our innovative products,
but also the values that our employees implement in their everyday tasks. Our products are
designed for and our people are dedicated to bringing you optimum performance. At VAM
Drilling, our success is measured by our clients’ satisfaction.
I hope you will enjoy our VAM Drilling Catalog, which summarizes our innovative service and
product offer. We have done our best to provide you with the most detailed information possible,
but since our offer is vast, if you have any additional questions please contact one of our nearest
sales representatives. You will find a list of contacts on the inside back cover of this catalog.
Happy reading!

Dirk Bissel
VAM Drilling Managing Director
Table of Contents
VAM Drilling
VAM Drilling – Designed to Perform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Vertical Integration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Products – From the Rig Floor to the BHA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Engineering and R&D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1 VAM Drilling Services Before Drilling – Pre-Project Planning . . . . . . . . . . 5
Services During Drilling – Field Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Services After Drilling – Machine Shops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Quality. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Corporate Responsibility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Connections
API Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
11 Connections VAM Express™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
VAM EIS® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
VAM CDS™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Grades
High-Strength Material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Sour Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Low-Temperature Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Drill Pipe
17 Grades Drill Pipe – Designed to Go Deep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Drill Pipe Manufacturing Flow Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Drill Pipe and Tool Joint Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Drill Pipe and Tool Joint Data – Sour Service . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Drill Pipe and Tool Joint Data – High Performance. . . . . . . 48
Drill Pipe Performance Datasheet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Drill Pipe Inquiry Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Heavy Weight Drill Pipe (HWDP)
23 Drill Pipe Heavy Weight Drill Pipe (HWDP) – Gradual Transition
and Weight in Complex Wells. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Heavy Weight Spiral Drill Pipe (HWSP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Heavy Weight Drill Pipe (HWDP)
Manufacturing Flow Chart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Heavy Weight Drill Pipe Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Heavy Weight Drill Pipe Data – Sour Service . . . . . . . . . . . 66
HWDP Performance Datasheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
53 Heavy Weight Drill Pipe
Heavy Weight Drill Pipe (HWDP) Inquiry Form. . . . . . . . . . 72
The data provided in this catalog is for general information only. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of all data and information contained herein, VAM Drilling assumes
no responsibility or liability for loss, damage or injury resulting from the use of this material. All uses of the information presented in this catalog are at the user’s own risk and responsibility.
© 2011 VAM Drilling. Unless otherwise specified, the Vallourec Group and its subsidiaries are sole owners of all content including, and without limitation, all patents, trademarks, copyrights
and other intellectual property rights thereto.
Table of Contents
Drill Collars
Drill Collars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Spiral Drill Collars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Slip and Elevator Recesses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Drill Collar Manufacturing Flow Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
73 Drill Collars Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Hardbanding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Drill Collar Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Drill Collar Performance Datasheet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Drill Collar Inquiry Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Performance Drilling Systems
Hydroclean™ – Reducing Non-Productive Time . . . . . . . . . 87
Hydroclean Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
87 Performance Drilling Systems VAM DPR SR – For Deepwater Completion
and Workover Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
VAM DPR HP – For High-Pressure Ultra-Deep Water
Completion and Workover Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Landing Strings – For Casing Running and Subsea
Equipment Installations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Non-Magnetic Materials – For Directional Drilling . . . . . . . . 93
Accessories
Kellys – A VAM Drilling Standard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
95 Accessories Square and Hexagonal Kellys Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Safety Valves. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Upper and Lower Kelly Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Upper and Lower Kelly Valves Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Check Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Check Valves Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Pup Joints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Drill Stem Subs, Rotary Subs, Lift Subs and Lift Plugs. . . 103
Drilling Stabilizers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
105 Options Options
Client Specifications and Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Hardbanding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Make and Break – Saves You Money . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Coating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Thread Compounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Thread Protectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . inside back cover

The data provided in this catalog is for general information only. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of all data and information contained herein, VAM Drilling assumes
no responsibility or liability for loss, damage or injury resulting from the use of this material. All uses of the information presented in this catalog are at the user’s own risk and responsibility.
© 2011 VAM Drilling. Unless otherwise specified, the Vallourec Group and its subsidiaries are sole owners of all content including, and without limitation, all patents, trademarks, copyrights
and other intellectual property rights thereto.
VAM Drilling
1

Designed to Perform

At VAM Drilling
we are committed to
our clients’ success. HEADQUARTERS

MANUFACTURING FACILITIES

REGIONAL SALES OFFICES

VAM Drilling is one of the world’s largest fully integrated


VAM Drilling is a manufacturers of drill pipe and associated drillstem products.
fully integrated All of our products are designed to meet the most demanding
manufacturer of specifications for today’s drilling market. VAM Drilling is a subsidiary
both API and of the Vallourec Group, a world leader in the design and production
high-performance
of seamless steel tubes for diversified industrial applications (oil and
drilling products.
gas, power generation, petrochemicals, automotive and mechanical
engineering industries).

The VAM Drilling product lines combine a full range of drilling tubulars
and accessories. From the rig floor to the bottomhole assembly (BHA),
VAM Drilling products are available in a variety of steel grades with
standard API or proprietary high-performance connections.

With performance manufacturing facilities in Brazil, France, the


Netherlands, the United Arab Emirates and the United States,
VAM Drilling supplies drilling products and services worldwide
and has earned an international reputation for quality. Our
representatives combine professionalism and responsiveness
to ensure that our clients are completely satisfied.
Vertical Integration

Being part of the Vallourec Group


ensures VAM Drilling a continuous
supply of raw materials, to improve
delivery and to mitigate costs.

VAM Drilling is truly vertically integrated, providing After the tubes have been upset, heat-treated
drillstem products from the mill to the well. and welded to the tool joint, they are inspected
VAM Drilling, through parent company Vallourec, and can be coated internally and externally
has its own mills, ensuring continuous supply of before shipment. Manufacturing includes both
raw materials. API and high-performance products, such as
VAM Drilling’s proprietary connections VAM EIS®
VAM Drilling receives green tubes from V&M and VAM Express™; H2S resistant materials; or
Tubes’ mills in Saint-Saulve (France); Mülheim high-strength steel grades.
(Germany); Youngstown, Ohio (USA); and
Belo Horizonte (Brazil). Tubes are upset and VAM Drilling’s plant in Cosne-sur-Loire (France)
heat-treated to the required specifications at manufactures its patented Hydroclean™ product
VAM Drilling’s manufacturing plants in Europe line. Bottom-hole assembly and accessory
and the United States. Other welding lines are products such as kellys, heavy weight drill pipe,
situated in South America and the United Arab rotary subs, non-magnetic drill collars, spiral-
Emirates. Tool joint forgings are supplied by grooved drill collars, slick drill collars, safety
VAM Drilling France and American producers, valves, etc. are also produced in France, the
and are machined and phosphated prior to friction United States and the United Arab Emirates.
welding in VAM Drilling plants.
Products
3

From the Rig Floor to the BHA

VAM Drilling offers the


following standard product lines:

Drill Pipe: 2-3/8” to 6-5/8”, Range 2 and 3


VAM Drilling is more than a manufacturer Heavy Weight: 2-7/8” to 6-5/8”, welded or integral
of drilling tubulars, supplying a complete
Drill Collars: 2-7/8” to 14”, slick or spiral
range of proprietary drillstem products.
VAM Drilling also designs and provides API and High-Performance Connections:
tailor-made systems to help clients API connections;
succeed in increasingly

VAM EIS®: API compatible high-torque connections;


challenging well profiles

VAM CDS™: compatible with API and certain other


and drilling programs.
double-shoulder connections;

■ VAM Express™: proprietary high-torque connections;


VAM DPR SR™ and VAM DPR HP™: proprietary gas-tight
drill pipe riser connections.

Steel Grades: API, Sour Service, high strength, cold


temperature, non-mag material grades.

Drillstem Accessories: Square or hexagonal kellys,


kelly valves, drop-in check valves, IBOPs, pup joints,
crossovers, subs.

VAM EIS® proprietary Performance Drilling Systems: Hydroclean™ drill


high-torque connections pipe, Hydroclean™ heavy weight, risers, landing strings.
Engineering and R&D
Engineering Research and Development

API has long been a reference for the oil and gas industry. Today’s With research and development
drilling conditions, however, are becoming increasingly complex, capabilities that cover the entire
with deviated and extended reach wells and corrosive environments. drill string production process (from
This means that the demand for highly engineered products has steel development to final product
never been greater. manufacturing), VAM Drilling is in
complete control of its own production
process and can answer most
customer needs internally.

VAM Drilling’s research and


development resources include
industry experts and experienced
engineering personnel, along with a
complete array of testing facilities. In
order to better ensure the performance
of your products, VAM Drilling can
apply combined drilling loads and
simulated field conditions in-house
on full-scale samples.

When a new product leaves our


research and testing facilities, you
can rest assured it has been fully
analyzed, field tested and evaluated
and that it is ready for service.

VAM Drilling is an industry leader in downhole product design and


production. With its renowned engineering base, VAM Drilling is
able to improve both the performance and the mechanical properties
of products.

Because we are continually analyzing and improving our design


parameters, we can guarantee that our materials and final products
will perform better than API and ISO standards and bring our
VAM Drilling connects the dots between
clients added value. customer needs for drilling products and
the processes required to produce them.
Services Before Drilling
5

Pre-Project Planning

Connecting Customer Needs

At VAM Drilling, we know that a successful drilling project depends on the decisions made before the first
joint of drill pipe is run through the rotary table. That is why VAM Drilling offers a wide range of services to
help contractors and operators guarantee project success well in advance of the drilling phase. Our ultimate
goal is to reduce lost time and maximize your operational performance. To meet this goal, we have engineers
and specially trained staff prepared to assist you with:

Drill string design: With efficient product selection support Capacity reservations: As a privileged
from VAM Drilling during the planning phase, you can VAM Drilling partner, you can be sure that
■ ■

minimize your drilling risks, maximize operational our products will be available for you, when
performance and be more cost efficient. and where you need them, in the shortest
time available.
Customer specification design: By working with us
to define your own specific product manufacturing Enhanced and third party inspections:

specifications based on your expected drilling Through its years of experience, VAM Drilling

conditions, you can minimize drilling risks and has developed excellent working relationships
maximize drill string service life. with third party inspection companies and
knows how to facilitate any inspection or
Rig crew and drilling contractor training (VAM Schools): inspection process.
Through VAM Schools you can build on your human

capital and solidify your team’s understanding of their Our goal is to ensure that your products are
drilling environment. By maximizing their performance, delivered according to your specifications in
you minimize your risks and costs. the shortest lead-times possible.
Services During Drilling
Field Service
Global Field Services
VAM Drilling understands that you may need assistance throughout your drilling program. To support
this we provide a global service with field engineers who are trained professionals and have hands-on
drill pipe running experience. They can provide rig advisory and inspection services to ensure that your
VAM Drilling premium drill pipe is run in a manner that guarantees optimal performance. VAM Drilling
field service engineers are there where and when you need them.

SERVICE OBJECTIVES AUDIENCE TOOLS

■ Assist with the running of VAM Drilling pipe on a dedicated rig.


Provide instructions to the drillers in real time to achieve: Drilling Crew VAM Field
Procedure

On-site – Optimal torque, taking into account dope friction factor


Rig and PDS recommendations/wear status
DP Inspection
Support – Proper handling/cleaning of the pipes on deck,
Procedure
to and from the rig floor
– Quick inspection and gauging of the pipes to determine Product Data
wear status or if they are to be sent for inspection Sheet
– Optimal (longer) service life for VAM Drilling
supplied products Running
Procedures
– Proper setup of equipment (top drive, tongs, iron
roughnecks, gauges) to ensure proper handling of the I-Box
pipe and connections.

Field engineers are available for local support with: All VAM Field Service engineers regularly
Carrying out inspections on connections in attend VAM Drilling product training and have
order to make all necessary recommendations been trained in offshore survival techniques in

for the repair of damaged pipe and rejecting compliance with european standards.
pipe that has been damaged beyond safe
running guidelines. Major oil and gas companies and drilling
contractors have recognized the added value
Checking the suitability of make-up and that can be gained through the use of our
handling equipment in order to ensure that VAM Drilling field engineers.

correct parameters are being used.


Assisting in supervising drill pipe running and
making recommendations as necessary to

ensure that VAM Drilling approved torque


and make-up procedures are applied. Upon
completion of the job, a written report with
inspection results and joint make-up
performance will be issued.
Services After Drilling
7

Machine Shops
VAM Drilling Licensee Network
With more than 70 licensees strategically located Authorized repair and accessory threading facilities
to meet your needs, VAM Drilling has a local are located in more than 40 countries. Every year, new
machine shop network to provide any repair services support facilities are added to this list in order to ensure
that may be necessary following the completion of we can provide back-up for exploration and development
the drilling program. projects, even in the most remote locations.

Quality Control
Each licensee is issued a complete Annual audits are performed by for immediate dispatch to licensees
set of TSLI (Technical Specifications VAM representatives to ensure that in order to ensure continual product
for Licensees), which highlight the our licensed machine shops respect quality and prompt product delivery.
necessary manufacturing and our strict quality standards. Access
controlling procedures for to specially calibrated VAM gauges
threading VAM connections. is critical, so they are always ready
Quality

By monitoring quality at all stages of


manufacturing, VAM Drilling ensures
a superior product.

VAM Drilling guarantees superior products.

The performance of VAM Drilling Where applicable, VAM Drilling products


products is critical to the drilling are manufactured in compliance with the
following API standards:
process, no matter what the condition
or where. Whether the application is for ■ API Specification 5DP (ISO 11961)
a shallow well in the Middle East or a API Specifications 7.1 & 7.2 (ISO
10424:2004 & ISO 10424-2:2007)

deepwater HP/HT well in the Gulf of


Mexico, VAM Drilling’s product quality API Recommended Practice 7G
(ISO 10407:1993)

is never in question.
In addition, VAM Drilling products can be
By monitoring quality at all stages of supplied with the following specifications:
product manufacturing – from the NS1
seamless green tube to finished drill

DS1
pipe and drillstem components – VAM

IRP 1.8
Drilling ensures a superior product.

Customer-supplied specification
Adherence to the most rigorous

industry standards or unique customer VAM Drilling facilities meet the following
specifications (as well as VAM Drilling’s quality standards:
stringent design specifications) ensures API Specification Q1
that the products delivered to the field

ISO 9001
are immediately suitable for use.

■ ISO 11961
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Corporate Responsibility

Health and Safety of Employees are Paramount

As part of the Vallourec Group, VAM Drilling bases its development on the operational excellence of
its staff and the high motivation of respected individuals. Because we manufacture some of the finest
downhole products in the industry, using high-tech, safety-oriented facilities, the health and safety of
all employees are paramount to the manufacturing process.

To that end, VAM Drilling has developed a policy to:

Consistently comply with international agreements


and national laws, while respecting and fulfilling

country specific needs.

Deploy Continuous Improvement Teams (CIT) in


the context of a Total Quality Management (TQM)

The health and safety of all employees are


paramount to the manufacturing process. program.

Constantly optimize the performance of the


workforce, with vocational training programs and

efficient Competency Management (CM) systems.

In recognition of these efforts, VAM Drilling


was awarded OHSAS 18001.
Environment

VAM Drilling Takes Care of Its Environment

As part of the Vallourec Group, VAM Priorities of our environmental policy include:
Drilling’s policy is to respect laws and

– Reduction of our carbon footprint;


regulations, prevent pollution in order to
– Avoidance of soil and water pollution;
maintain the earth’s biodiversity, and
ensure our continuous improvement in – Reduction of water consumption, and adequate
wastewater treatment;
this field and in others.
– Reduction of air pollution;
– Reduction and clean disposal of industrial waste; and
– Reduction of noise annoyance.
Each manufacturing facility methodically identifies its
environmental risks and puts the necessary measures

Our growth is based on an optimal use in place to prevent and control these on a daily basis.
of resources, and more specifically All new investments or product developments include
non-renewable resources such as raw a study of their environmental impact.

material and energy, and on an R&D


policy for clean technologies and In recognition of these efforts,
environmentally friendly products. VAM Drilling was awarded ISO 14001.
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API Connections

VAM Drilling provides American


Petroleum Institute (API) certified
connections in a variety of pipe
lengths, diameters and steel grades
and is licensed for:

■ API Specification 5DP (ISO 11961)


API Specifications 7.1 & 7.2 (ISO
10424:2004 & ISO 10424-2:2007)

API Recommended Practice 7G


(ISO 10407:1993)

For detailed dimensional information,


see API Specification 7.

In addition to industry accepted API tool joint connections,


VAM Drilling provides its advanced VAM EIS®, VAM CDS™
and VAM Express™ high-torque threads upon request.
VAM Express™

Developed using the latest


VAM connection technology,
the patented VAM Express™
connection incorporates a
proprietary thread profile
API THREAD FORM

and high-performance double-


shoulder design producing
1˚ reverse angle crest
the most rugged high-torque Laid down 40˚ stabbing flank
connection available today.
The primary torque shoulder
provides initial seal and pre-
load during make-up to full
recommended torque and the Elliptical root
secondary torque shoulder 30˚ loading flank

provides high-torque capacity. VAM EXPRESS™ THREAD FORM

Trip time is money.


With the easy stabbing
and quick make-up
PRIMARY SEALING EXTERNAL SHOULDER

of the VAM Express


high-performance
connections, drilling
contractors can save
valuable rig time,
resulting in significant
VAM EXPRESS™ THREAD FORM

cost saving on
each well.

VAM Express high-performance


connections run like API.
SECONDARY INTERNAL SHOULDER
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Easy stabbing, higher torsional strength and


extended service life save you time and money.

Typical Tool Joint Data and Comparison

CONNECTION TOOL JOINT MAKE-UP TORSIONAL TENSILE


TORQUE STRENGTH STRENGTH
TYPE SIZE OD (IN) ID (IN) (FT-LBS) (FT-LBS) (LBS)

API NC38 4-3/4 2-9/16 11,500 19,200 649,000


VX38 4-3/4 2-9/16 19,500 32,600 693,000
VAM Express
VX39 4-7/8 2-13/16 20,100 33,500 713,000

API NC40 5-1/4 2-9/16 16,600 27,700 838,000


VX39 5 2-13/16 21,300 35,500 713,000
VAM Express
VX40 5-1/4 3 25,400 42,300 818,000

API 5-1/2 FH 7-1/4 3-1/2 43,300 72,200 1,620,000

VX54 6-3/4 4 55,500 89,000 1,340,000


VAM Express
VX57 7 4-1/4 58,800 94,200 1,400,000

The VAM Express™ (VX) thread form features a large, rounded stab crest and a laid down stab flank
which allows easy stabbing of the connection. A back beveled crest reduces the chance of wedging the
thread and increases the freedom of movement, allowing easy connection make-up. The elliptical root
increases resistance to rotational-induced bending fatigue.

The patented VAM Express connection design provides:

Quick rig make-up. 6–7 turns from stab-in to


full make-up, similar to API connections with
trip-time savings up to 16% better than other
high-performance connections.
Higher torque. Torque capacity averages
150 to 200% of that of API connections.
User friendly. Reduces stabbing damage
and the need for stabbing or de-stabbing
guides because of thread form design.
Durability. Reduces wedging risk, resulting
in less thread damage and a low re-cut rate.
Strength. Allows change of OD/ID for improved hydraulic performance. VAM Express combines quick
make-up with exceptional
Gas-tight. Up to 5,000 psi differential working pressure. strength and durability.
VAM EIS
®

VAM EIS® is a high-torque


connection that is fully
intermateable with API connections
but incorporates a double-shoulder
tool joint design. As additional
torque is applied, the pin nose
makes contact with the internal
shoulder. The internal shoulder
absorbs the higher frictional load,
providing the connection with
improved torque capability.

VAM EIS
high-strength EXTERNAL SHOULDER

double-shoulder
connections from
VAM Drilling set a
new connection
performance API THREAD FORM

standard at cost
efficiencies similar
to those of API
connections.

VAM EIS high-torque connections are fully INTERNAL SHOULDER


intermateable with API drill pipe connections.
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Additional torsional strength provides exceptional


performance in the most difficult well conditions.

The additional torsional strength provides exceptional performance in the most difficult well conditions, such as
highly deviated or extended reach wells. This design also benefits service life, with a significantly greater wear
capability. VAM EIS® is available in drill pipe sizes from 2-7/8” to 6-5/8” OD, including 5-7/8”, and in a wide
range of steel grades, including Sour Service and high strength. The VAM EIS tool joint design provides:

Higher Torque. Using the


VAM EIS connections with current API ODs and IDs
results in torque capacity 50% higher (or more) than API.
Larger ID. Using VAM EIS improves hydraulic
performance while maintaining the required torque.
Smaller OD. Slimmer profile than current
API connections, while maintaining required strength,
controlling torque and drag, and improving fishability.
Extended Service Life. Using the VAM EIS with
standard ODs and IDs results in an OD wear capability
30% higher than API, which combined with a
2” longer-than-standard tool joint, provides unbeatable
service life.
Flexibility. Intermateable with new or used API connections. VAM EIS double-shoulder connection is
fully compatible with API connections.
Drill better and faster with fully
VAM CDS ™
compatible premium connections.

VAM CDS™ high-torque


Torsional Performance — VAM CDS vs API

double-shoulder connections
100

are fully compatible with VAM CDS API

API and certain other


+54%
80

double-shoulder connections
available on the market.
+54%
60

100 ft-lbs
+57%

In deep well conditions, 40


VAM CDS has additional
torsional strength which +51%
provides exceptional
20
+50%

performance. 0
NC31 NC38 NC50 5-1/2 FH 6-5/8 FH

VAM CDS allows smaller ODs


Tool Joint Comparison
and larger IDs to achieve a slimmer API VAM CDS
profile than current API connections (120 ksi) (130 ksi)

while maintaining the required torque. Tool Joint

Alternatively, using the VAM CDS


OD (in) 6-5/8 6-5/8

connection with current API ODs


ID (in) 3-1/2 3-1/2

and IDs results in connections with


Torsional
Yield
a 50% (or more) greater torque (ft-lbs) 44,500 67,700

capacity than API. Make-up


Torque
The VAM CDS connection offers: (ft-lbs) 26,700 40,600

■ Higher torsional strength Note: Data based on API NC50 and NC50 VAM CDS

Improved hydraulics
connections. OD and ID were selected to be
■ the same for comparative purpose only.

Optimum for Sour Service


VAM CDS offers significantly higher torsional performance than

Longer service life


API connections. The additional strength provides the higher

Full intermateability with torque required for deviated wells and drilling to extended depths.
certain other double-shoulder

connections on the market and Please contact your local VAM Drilling representative to confirm
with API connections. product compatibility.
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High-Strength Material
High-Grade Material for
Lighter and Stronger Solutions
Tensile and Torsional Strength

Complex drilling environments,


Improvement over S-135
(based on 5”, 19.50 lbs/ft tube body)

including ultra-deep and extended


reach wells, deep offshore or
25%

high-temperature and high-pressure


conditions, are a real challenge for
drilling contractors and operators.
20%

For the most challenging drilling


projects, VAM Drilling has 15%
developed high-strength grades

100 ft-lbs
including VM-140 DP, VM-150 DP
and VM-165 DP.
10%

VAM Drilling guarantees the 5%


superior mechanical properties of
its steel alloys through proprietary
chemistry, strict quality procedures
0

and true vertical integration – from


VM-140 DP VM-150 DP VM-165 DP

steel making to drill pipe heat


VAM Drilling high-grade materials
treatment – and dedicated
are characterized by:
manufacturing process controls.
Thin wall is Superior proprietary chemistry;
light weight,
High-strength grades are ideal

has less T&D Precise manufacturing


for the lighter drill pipes required and better
processes from steel making to

hydraulic
to minimize torque and drag in performance heat treatment;
ultra-extended reach wells. By
using high-strength material to Improved tensile and torsional
strengths;

reduce tube body wall thickness, THICK WALL STANDARD WALL THIN WALL
lighter drill pipe joints can be Improved fracture toughness
manufactured without compromis- and hardness; and

For landing string For drill pipe

ing mechanical performance.


applications applications
Lighter pipe bodies.
Reducing wall thickness also

improves hydraulic programs,


making it easier to reach drilling Proprietary materials can be manufactured in standard API sizes as well
targets efficiently. as unique thin and thick wall configurations with different mechanical
properties for each option. Grade Yield Ultimate Charpy
When stronger tubulars are needed VAM Drilling encourages
Strength
(PSI) Min
Strength Impact (ft-lbs)
(PSI) Min Average,
for ultra-deep or landing string you to contact your closest
10x7.5 at –4°F

applications, high-grade materials VM-140 DP 140,000 150,000 59


VAM Drilling sales office to
offer additional tensile capacity as
discuss engineering specific VM-150 DP 150,000 160,000 44
compared to API grades.
“fit-for-purpose” solutions. VM-165 DP 165,000 175,000 35
Sour Service

VAM Drilling offers


three levels of resistance
to Sour Service
environments defined in
the NACE MR-0175-2004
industry standard:

■ MS level: Mild Sour


S level: Intermediate
Sour

SS level: Severe Sour –


the SS level is fully

compliant with IRP 1.8


requirements

The evolution of drilling programs internationally recognized expertise


has driven the industry to develop in order to produce outstanding
innovative solutions for extreme critical service material. Today,
conditions such as Sour Service VAM Drilling is able to guarantee
environments. Here, specially the superior performance of its
designed drill pipes are essential material in the toughest sour
to provide the necessary H2S environments around the world.
resistance within the steel and to
ensure the safety of those working Due to the
in such harsh environments. astringency of the critical manufacturing parameters
sour environment, is also a requirement to ensure
Vallourec & Mannesmann Sour particular superior product performance.
Service proprietary grades are attention needs Steel microstructure, chemical
renowned for their performance. to be paid when composition, cleanliness and heat
This is reflected in the extensive selecting and treatment process control are
research and development facilities, characterizing adapted Sour essential for high sulfide stress
which are combined with our Service steel grades. Controlling cracking resistance.
19

Specially designed drill pipes are essential to


provide necessary H2S resistance within the steel.

Sour Service Drill Pipe

7 Mechanical parameters essential


for drilling contractor and operator
safety include controlled yield
6,5 Domain 1:
Mild Sour Service

strength, restricted hardness


6 Domain 2:
VM-105 DP MS Intermediate Sour Service
and improved fracture toughness.
Domain 0:
5,5 Non Sour Service

Our vertical integration with the


Vallourec Group, coupled with our
5
pH

4,5
strict quality control procedures,
enables VAM Drilling to achieve
Domain 3:
Severe Sour Service
4
superior manufacturing parameter
VM-95 DP S
VM-105 DP S VM-95 DP SS

control and assure our clients of


3,5 VM-105 DP SS

0 safety, reliability, and performance.


0,0001 0,001 0,01 0,1 1 10
0,05 psi
H2S partial pressure (psi)
Sour Service

Sour Service Drill Pipe Offer

Our Sour Service drill pipe provides a superior resistance


to H2S as compared to standard grade drill pipe.

YS UTS SSC
Sour Min–Max Min Material Threshold NACE Specification
Domain Technical Name Pipe Part Ksi Ksi Type % SMYS Test Reference

pipe body 105–120 115 H 2S – No


Mild VM-105 DP MS Fully compliant with API
tool joint 120/– 140 API – No

pipe body 95–110 105 H 2S 70 Yes


VM-95 DP S
tool joint 105–120 115 H 2S 50 Yes
Severe VAM Drilling specification
pipe body 105–120 115 H 2S 70 Yes
VM-105 DP S
tool joint 105–120 115 H 2S 50 Yes

pipe body 95–110 105 H 2S 85 Yes


VM-95 DP SS
tool joint 110–125 125 H 2S 65 Yes
Severe Fully compliant with IRP 1.8
pipe body 105–120 115 H 2S 85 Yes
VM-105 DP SS
tool joint 110–125 125 H 2S 65 Yes

SMYS: Specified Minimum Yield Strength YS: Yield Strength UTS: Ultimate Tensile Strength NACE test as per NACE TM0177 Method A Solution A

Sour Service HWDP Offer: Friction Welded or Integral Machined Bar Solutions

Our Sour Service HWDP is compliant with API specifications and is more resistant to
H2S than standard grade HWDP.

YS UTS Hardness Min Single Impact SSC


Sour Technical Min Min Single Max Charpy Test Material Threshold NACE
Domain Name Construction Ksi Ksi HRC ft-lb@+20°C Type % SMYS Test

65 95 22 24 H 2S – No
Mild VM-65 HW MS Welded
110 140 36 48 H 2S – No

Mild VM-110 HW MS Integral 110 140 36 48 H 2S – No

SMYS: Specified Minimum Yield Strength YS: Yield Strength UTS: Ultimate Tensile Strength NACE test as per NACE TM0177 Method A Solution A
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VAM Drilling can maximize safety margins in H2S environments.

Sour Service Hydroclean™ DP and Hydroclean™ HWDP

Sour Service Hydroclean DP and Hydroclean HWDP are also available.


Both are well adapted to mild sour environments, where materials are
exposed to low levels of H2S corrosion.
Toughness Equivalent
YS UTS Hardness Min Single SSC
Sour Technical Product Min Min Single Max Impact Charpy Test Material Threshold NACE
Domain Name Type Construction Ksi Ksi HRC ft-lb@+20°C Type % SMYS Test

Mild VM-110 HDP MS Hydroclean DP Welded 110 140 36 48 H 2S – No


Mild VM-110 HHW MS Hydroclean HWDP Integral 100 135 36 48 H 2S – No

SMYS: Specified Minimum Yield Strength YS: Yield Strength UTS: Ultimate Tensile Strength NACE test as per NACE TM0177 Method A Solution A

Sour Service DC and Accessories Offer

VAM Drilling can maximize safety margins in H2S environments with Sour
Service drill collars, pup joints and accessories using ERS 425™ material.

Toughness Equivalent
YS UTS Hardness Min Single SSC
Sour Technical Min Min Single Max Impact Charpy Test Material Threshold NACE
Domain Name Construction Ksi Ksi HRC ft-lb@+20°C Type % SMYS Test

Severe VM-110 PUP S Integral 110 140 36 48 H 2S 50 No


Mild Sour Service DC and subs Integral 110 140 36 48 H 2S – No

SMYS: Specified Minimum Yield Strength YS: Yield Strength UTS: Ultimate Tensile Strength NACE test as per NACE TM0177 Method A Solution A

Sour Service Connections Offer

In extended reach wells, VAM Drilling can propose Sour Service


compatible high-torque connections. High-torque connections make
up for lower yield strengths which occur in Sour Service grades.

Connection API API VAM Express VAM EIS VAM CDS


(Tool Joint Grade) (120 ksi) (105 ksi) (105 ksi) (105 ksi) (105 ksi)

Tool Joint OD 6-5/8” 6-3/8” 6-3/8” 6-3/8” 6-3/8”


ID 3-1/2” 3-1/2” 3-1/2 3-1/2” 3-1/2”

Torsional stength (ft-Ibs) 44,500 38,900 63,100 54,700 54,600

Make-up torque (ft-lbs) 26,700 23,300 39,400 32,800 32,800


Low-Temperature Grades

Maximizing Safety and content of phosphorus and sulfur and Controlling critical manufacturing
Performance in Low- also a reduced content of inclusion parameters is the key to reach
Temperature Environments and oxides increases the tolerance top-of-the-range products. The
to damage and prevents fatigue parameters include:
Arctic drilling is one of the most vivid crack initiation.
Steel microstructure;
examples of how the oil and gas

industry is called upon to adapt to This process control (micro alloying Chemical composition;
addition in the steel and heat

ever-increasing demand for energy


treatment control) can successfully Cleanliness;
resources. This evolution has driven

the industry to develop more suitable lower the transition temperature. Heat treatment; and
drill string solutions adapted to Proprietary arctic grades already exist

for temperatures as low as –40°C. Process control.


extreme conditions, including “arctic”
However, for high-strength drill pipe it

environments. For further information or to


is necessary to meet the drilling loads
request special low-grade material,
The need for such drill pipe was in arctic conditions with temperatures
contact your nearest VAM Drilling
triggered by the wells topology as low as –60°C. VAM Drilling is at
sales office.
(mainly Eastern Europe, CIS, Alaska the forefront of developing solutions
and Canadian markets) where the for these types of environments.
fracture toughness behavior of drill
pipe at temperatures as low as –60°C
Low-Temperature Grades
(–76°F) has to be controlled and
guaranteed. The underlying issue Technical Name VM-135 DP LT
Working Domain Low Temperature
behind this constraint is not related
Pipe Body
to the service temperature of these Minimum Yield Strength 135,000 psi
tubulars, but instead to potential Ultimate Tensile Strength 150,000 psi
damage during ground transportation Minimum Elongation API formula §7.3.2
and handling in the arctic permafrost. Minimum average Charpy Impact Value
Steel grade ductility decreases at –60°C (–76°F), standard size (7.5 X 10 mm²) 60J – 44 ft-lbs (100J/cm²)
dramatically below a certain temp-
erature called transition temperature. Tool Joint
The transition temperature is specific Minimum Yield Strength 120,000 psi
to the metallurgy and grade of steel. Ultimate Tensile Strength 140,000 psi
When the transition temperature of Minimum Elongation 13%
Minimum Hardness 30 HRC
the steel grade is too high, the steel
Minimum average Charpy Impact Value
can become brittle even at –20°C.
at –60°C (–76°F), standard size (10 X 10 mm²) 42J – 31 ft-lbs (52.5 J/cm²)
Therefore, it is desirable to use steel
with very low transition temperature, Weld Zone
which is typically difficult to achieve Minimum Yield Strength Stronger than the pipe body
for high-strength steel. Nevertheless, Maximum Hardness 37HRC
the transition temperature can be Minimum average Charpy Impact Value
improved by controlling the way the at –60°C (–76°F), standard size (10 X 10 mm²) 42J – 31 ft-lbs (52.5 J/cm²)
steel is manufactured. In particular,
the use of carbon steel with a low
Drill Pipe
23

Designed to Go Deep

VAM Drilling drill pipe meets or


exceeds API 5DP and ISO 11961
specifications for the most
stringent drilling conditions.

VAM Drilling provides a complete line of drill string products, including a full range of jointed drill pipe in nominal
sizes from 2-3/8 to 6-5/8 and in a wide range of wall thicknesses.

VAM Drilling drill pipe is designed to provide superior VAM Drilling tool joint forgings meet or exceed API
technical performance and a service lifetime exceeding specifications and tolerance requirements. Each joint
most current industry standards. VAM Drilling drill pipe is inspected to guarantee visual and dimensional
is available with: properties, and tested to ensure proper mechanical
characteristics. All VAM Drilling tool joint forgings are:
Proprietary oversized minimum internal upset (miu),
for better fatigue resistance (where applicable); 100% thread-gauged;

Longer tool joints, providing a maximum re-cut 100% magnetic-particle inspected;


capability for longer service life; and
■ ■

Phos-coated (anti-galling treatment); and


Higher toughness specification on pipe body, weld

and tool joint, providing greater safety margins in Hardness-tested.



extreme drilling conditions. Do not hesitate to contact our sales representatives


with special needs to evaluate feasibility.

VAM Drilling Drill Pipe Internal and External Upset Profile

miu Radius

TOOL JOINT ID WELD LINE LONG SMOOTH


Min TRANSITION

One of the most critical sections in welded drill pipe is the transition zone between the tool joint and the
pipe body. A smooth, gradual transition linked to the superior nature of the purity of our steel ensures
minimum stress concentration and greatly improves the fatigue life of the pipe.
Drill Pipe Manufacturing Flow Chart
Pipe Body

Upsetting Heat Straightening


Treatment

Tool Joint

Forging Heat Threading Phos Make-and-Break


Treatment Coating (optional)

Internal Finishing and


Shipping Plastic Coating Final Inspection
(optional)
25

Drill pipe is manufactured to customer requirements and, where applicable, to specifications


such as API, ISO, NS1, DS1, IRP 1.8, etc. It is inspected 100% after completion.

Inspection for
Magnetic Longitudinal Defect
Particle Transverse Defect
Inspection Wall Thickness ASSEMBLY

Friction
Welding

Alignment
Inspection

Hardbanding Magnetic
(optional) Particle
Inspection

Wet Magnetic Hardness Heat Flash


Particle and Check Treatment Removal
Ultrasonic Inspection of Weld
Drill Pipe and Tool Joint Data
Pipe Body Tool Joint
Nominal Wall Torsional Tensile
Size Weight Grade Upset Thickness ID Strength Strength Collapse Burst Connection OD ID

in ft-lbs in in ft-lbs lbs psi psi in in

2-7/8 10.40 E-75 EU 0.362 2.151 11,600 214,000 16,500 16,500 NC31 4-1/8 2
2-7/8 10.40 E-75 EU 0.362 2.151 11,600 214,000 16,500 16,500 NC31 4-1/8 2-1/8

2-7/8 10.40 X-95 IU 0.362 2.151 14,600 272,000 20,900 20,900 NC26 3-3/8 1-3/4
2-7/8 10.40 X-95 EU 0.362 2.151 14,600 272,000 20,900 20,900 NC31 4-1/8 2

2-7/8 10.40 G-105 EU 0.362 2.151 16,200 300,000 23,100 23,100 NC31 4-1/8 2
2-7/8 10.40 G-105 IU 0.362 2.151 16,200 300,000 23,100 23,100 NC26 VAM EIS 3-5/8 1-1/2
2-7/8 10.40 G-105 IU 0.362 2.151 16,200 300,000 23,100 23,100 NC26 VAM CDS 3-5/8 1-1/2
2-7/8 10.40 G-105 EU 0.362 2.151 16,200 300,000 23,100 23,100 NC31 VAM EIS 4-1/8 2
2-7/8 10.40 G-105 EU 0.362 2.151 16,200 300,000 23,100 23,100 NC31 VAM CDS 4-1/8 2
2-7/8 10.40 G-105 IU 0.362 2.151 16,200 300,000 23,100 23,100 VAM Express VX26 3-1/2 1-1/2
2-7/8 10.40 G-105 EU 0.362 2.151 16,200 300,000 23,100 23,100 VAM Express VX31 4 2-1/8

2-7/8 10.40 S-135 IU 0.362 2.151 20,800 386,000 29,700 29,700 2-7/8 PAC 3-1/8 1-1/2
2-7/8 10.40 S-135 EU 0.362 2.151 20,800 386,000 29,700 29,700 NC31 4-3/8 1-5/8
2-7/8 10.40 S-135 IU 0.362 2.151 20,800 386,000 29,700 29,700 2-7/8 PAC VAM EIS 3-1/8 1-1/2
2-7/8 10.40 S-135 IU 0.362 2.151 20,800 386,000 29,700 29,700 NC26 VAM EIS 3-5/8 1-1/2
2-7/8 10.40 S-135 IU 0.362 2.151 20,800 386,000 29,700 29,700 NC26 VAM CDS 3-5/8 1-1/2
2-7/8 10.40 S-135 IU 0.362 2.151 20,800 386,000 29,700 29,700 VAM Express VX24 3-1/8 1-1/2
2-7/8 10.40 S-135 IU 0.362 2.151 20,800 386,000 29,700 29,700 VAM Express VX26 3-5/8 1-1/2

Notes: All drill pipes are Range 2 (31-1/2 ft shoulder to shoulder) unless otherwise specified.
API recommends a torsional ratio of 0.80 or greater.
VAM EIS®, VAM CDS™ and VAM Express™ are proprietary threads of VAM Drilling.
Tong spaces are a minimum of 2 longer than API standard.
Make-up torque values are recommended by VAM Drilling.
2-7/8 27

Tool Joint Assembly


Tong Length Material Make-up Torsional Tensile Torsional Approx Approx Displacement Premium Nominal
Yield Torque Strength Strength Ratio Wt/foot Weight Capacity Closed Open OD Make-up Size
Pin Box Strength End End
in in ksi ft-lbs ft-lbs lbs lbs/ft lbs gal/ft gal/ft gal/ft in ft-lbs in

9 11 120 7,890 13,200 496,000 1.14 11.39 359 0.19 0.36 0.17 3-27/32 4,970 2-7/8
9 11 120 7,070 11,800 447,000 1.02 11.25 354 0.19 0.36 0.17 3-27/32 4,970 2-7/8

9 10 120 4,130 6,880 314,000 0.47 10.63 335 0.18 0.34 0.16 3-3/8 4,130 2-7/8
9 11 120 7,890 13,200 496,000 0.90 11.39 359 0.19 0.36 0.17 3-29/32 5,730 2-7/8

9 11 120 7,890 13,200 496,000 0.81 11.39 359 0.19 0.36 0.17 3-15/16 6,110 2-7/8
9 10 130 8,180 13,600 423,000 0.84 11.10 350 0.18 0.35 0.17 3-5/16 6,160 2-7/8
9 10 130 8,320 13,900 423,000 0.86 11.10 350 0.18 0.35 0.17 3-5/16 6,350 2-7/8
9 11 130 11,800 19,600 537,000 1.21 11.39 359 0.19 0.36 0.17 3-27/32 8,580 2-7/8
9 11 130 11,800 19,700 537,000 1.22 11.39 359 0.19 0.36 0.17 3-27/32 8,660 2-7/8
11 12 130 9,040 15,100 427,000 0.93 11.15 351 0.18 0.35 0.17 3-1/4 6,490 2-7/8
11 13 130 11,600 19,400 489,000 1.20 11.31 356 0.19 0.36 0.17 3-3/4 8,270 2-7/8

9 11 120 3,420 5,690 273,000 0.27 10.63 335 0.18 0.34 0.16 3-1/8 3,420 2-7/8
9 11 120 10,100 16,800 624,000 0.81 12.12 382 0.18 0.37 0.19 4-1/16 7,690 2-7/8
9 11 130 5,720 9,530 296,000 0.46 10.63 335 0.18 0.34 0.16 3-1/8 5,720 2-7/8
9 10 130 8,180 13,600 423,000 0.66 11.10 350 0.18 0.35 0.17 3-15/32 7,730 2-7/8
9 10 130 8,320 13,900 423,000 0.67 11.10 350 0.18 0.35 0.17 3-15/32 7,920 2-7/8
11 12 130 5,780 9,630 309,000 0.46 10.71 337 0.18 0.34 0.16 3-1/8 5,780 2-7/8
11 12 130 9,040 15,100 427,000 0.72 11.31 356 0.18 0.35 0.17 3-3/8 7,730 2-7/8
Drill Pipe and Tool Joint Data
Pipe Body Tool Joint
Nominal Wall Torsional Tensile
Size Weight Grade Upset Thickness ID Strength Strength Collapse Burst Connection OD ID

in ft-lbs in in ft-lbs lbs psi psi in in

3-1/2 13.30 E-75 EU 0.368 2.764 18,600 272,000 14,100 13,800 NC38 4-3/4 2-11/16
3-1/2 13.30 E-75 IU 0.368 2.764 18,600 272,000 14,100 13,800 NC31 VAM EIS 4-1/8 2
3-1/2 13.30 E-75 IU 0.368 2.764 18,600 272,000 14,100 13,800 NC31 VAM CDS 4-1/8 2

3-1/2 13.30 X-95 EU 0.368 2.764 23,500 344,000 17,900 17,500 NC38 5 2-9/16
3-1/2 13.30 X-95 EU 0.368 2.764 23,500 344,000 17,900 17,500 NC40 5-1/4 2-9/16
3-1/2 13.30 X-95 IU 0.368 2.764 23,500 344,000 17,900 17,500 NC31 VAM EIS 4-1/8 2
3-1/2 13.30 X-95 IU 0.368 2.764 23,500 344,000 17,900 17,500 NC31 VAM CDS 4-1/8 2
3-1/2 13.30 X-95 EU 0.368 2.764 23,500 344,000 17,900 17,500 NC38 VAM EIS 4-3/4 2-9/16
3-1/2 13.30 X-95 EU 0.368 2.764 23,500 344,000 17,900 17,500 NC38 VAM CDS 4-3/4 2-9/16
3-1/2 13.30 X-95 IU 0.368 2.764 23,500 344,000 17,900 17,500 VAM Express VX31 4-1/8 2
3-1/2 13.30 X-95 EU 0.368 2.764 23,500 344,000 17,900 17,500 VAM Express VX38 4-3/4 2-11/16

3-1/2 13.30 G-105 EU 0.368 2.764 26,000 380,000 19,800 19,300 NC38 5 2-1/8
3-1/2 13.30 G-105 EU 0.368 2.764 26,000 380,000 19,800 19,300 NC40 5-1/4 2-9/16
3-1/2 13.30 G-105 EU 0.368 2.764 26,000 380,000 19,800 19,300 NC38 VAM EIS 4-7/8 2-9/16
3-1/2 13.30 G-105 EU 0.368 2.764 26,000 380,000 19,800 19,300 NC38 VAM CDS 4-7/8 2-9/16
3-1/2 13.30 G-105 IU 0.368 2.764 26,000 380,000 19,800 19,300 VAM Express VX31 4-1/8 2
3-1/2 13.30 G-105 EU 0.368 2.764 26,000 380,000 19,800 19,300 VAM Express VX38 4-3/4 2-11/16

3-1/2 13.30 S-135 EU 0.368 2.764 33,400 489,000 25,400 24,800 NC38 5 2-1/8
3-1/2 13.30 S-135 EU 0.368 2.764 33,400 489,000 25,400 24,800 NC40 5-1/4 2-9/16
3-1/2 13.30 S-135 EU 0.368 2.764 33,400 489,000 25,400 24,800 NC38 VAM EIS 4-7/8 2-9/16
3-1/2 13.30 S-135 EU 0.368 2.764 33,400 489,000 25,400 24,800 NC38 VAM CDS 4-7/8 2-9/16
3-1/2 13.30 S-135 EU 0.368 2.764 33,400 489,000 25,400 24,800 NC40 VAM EIS 5-1/4 2-9/16
3-1/2 13.30 S-135 EU 0.368 2.764 33,400 489,000 25,400 24,800 NC40 VAM CDS 5-1/4 2-9/16
3-1/2 13.30 S-135 EU 0.368 2.764 33,400 489,000 25,400 24,800 VAM Express VX38 4-3/4 2-9/16

3-1/2 15.50 E-75 EU 0.449 2.602 21,100 323,000 16,800 16,800 NC38 5 2-9/16
3-1/2 15.50 E-75 IU 0.449 2.602 21,100 323,000 16,800 16,800 NC31 VAM EIS 4-1/4 2
3-1/2 15.50 E-75 IU 0.449 2.602 21,100 323,000 16,800 16,800 NC31 VAM CDS 4-1/4 2
3-1/2 15.50 E-75 IU 0.449 2.602 21,100 323,000 16,800 16,800 VAM Express VX31 4-1/8 2
3-1/2 15.50 E-75 EU 0.449 2.602 21,100 323,000 16,800 16,800 VAM Express VX38 4-3/4 2-9/16

3-1/2 15.50 X-95 EU 0.449 2.602 26,700 409,000 21,200 21,300 NC38 5 2-7/16
3-1/2 15.50 X-95 EU 0.449 2.602 26,700 409,000 21,200 21,300 NC40 5-1/4 2-9/16
3-1/2 15.50 X-95 EU 0.449 2.602 26,700 409,000 21,200 21,300 NC38 VAM EIS 4-7/8 2-9/16
3-1/2 15.50 X-95 EU 0.449 2.602 26,700 409,000 21,200 21,300 NC38 VAM EIS 4-3/4 2-9/16
3-1/2 15.50 X-95 EU 0.449 2.602 26,700 409,000 21,200 21,300 NC38 VAM CDS 4-3/4 2-9/16
3-1/2 15.50 X-95 EU 0.449 2.602 26,700 409,000 21,200 21,300 VAM Express VX38 4-3/4 2-9/16

3-1/2 15.50 G-105 EU 0.449 2.602 29,500 452,000 23,500 23,600 NC38 5 2-1/8
3-1/2 15.50 G-105 EU 0.449 2.602 29,500 452,000 23,500 23,600 NC40 5-1/4 2-9/16
3-1/2 15.50 G-105 EU 0.449 2.602 29,500 452,000 23,500 23,600 NC38 VAM EIS 4-3/4 2-9/16
3-1/2 15.50 G-105 EU 0.449 2.602 29,500 452,000 23,500 23,600 NC38 VAM CDS 4-3/4 2-9/16
3-1/2 15.50 G-105 EU 0.449 2.602 29,500 452,000 23,500 23,600 VAM Express VX38 4-3/4 2-9/16

3-1/2 15.50 S-135 EU 0.449 2.602 38,000 581,000 30,200 30,300 NC40 5-1/2 2-1/4
3-1/2 15.50 S-135 EU 0.449 2.602 38,000 581,000 30,200 30,300 NC38 VAM EIS 5 2-7/16
3-1/2 15.50 S-135 EU 0.449 2.602 38,000 581,000 30,200 30,300 NC38 VAM CDS 5 2-7/16
3-1/2 15.50 S-135 EU 0.449 2.602 38,000 581,000 30,200 30,300 NC40 VAM EIS 5-1/4 2-7/16
3-1/2 15.50 S-135 EU 0.449 2.602 38,000 581,000 30,200 30,300 NC40 VAM CDS 5-1/4 2-7/16
3-1/2 15.50 S-135 EU 0.449 2.602 38,000 581,000 30,200 30,300 VAM Express VX38 4-3/4 2-7/16
3-1/2 15.50 S-135 EU 0.449 2.602 38,000 581,000 30,200 30,300 VAM Express VX38 4-7/8 2-7/16

Notes: All drill pipes are Range 2 (31-1/2 ft shoulder to shoulder) unless otherwise specified.
API recommends a torsional ratio of 0.80 or greater.
VAM EIS®, VAM CDS™ and VAM Express™ are proprietary threads of VAM Drilling.
Tong spaces are a minimum of 2 longer than API standard.
Make-up torque values are recommended by VAM Drilling.
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Tool Joint Assembly


Tong Length Material Make-up Torsional Tensile Torsional Approx Approx Displacement Premium Nominal
Yield Torque Strength Strength Ratio Wt/foot Weight Capacity Closed Open OD Make-up Size
Pin Box Strength End End
in in ksi ft-lbs ft-lbs lbs lbs/ft lbs gal/ft gal/ft gal/ft in ft-lbs in

10 12-1/2 120 10,800 18,100 587,000 0.97 14.44 455 0.31 0.53 0.22 4-1/2 7,270 3-1/2
9 11 130 11,800 19,600 537,000 1.06 14.12 445 0.30 0.51 0.22 3-27/32 8,580 3-1/2
9 11 130 11,800 19,700 537,000 1.06 14.12 445 0.30 0.51 0.22 3-27/32 8,660 3-1/2

10 12-1/2 120 12,100 20,100 649,000 0.86 15.07 475 0.31 0.54 0.23 4-19/32 8,820 3-1/2
9 12 120 16,600 27,700 838,000 1.18 15.36 484 0.31 0.54 0.23 4-27/32 9,600 3-1/2
9 11 130 11,800 19,600 537,000 0.84 14.12 445 0.30 0.51 0.22 3-7/8 8,990 3-1/2
9 11 130 11,800 19,700 537,000 0.84 14.12 445 0.30 0.51 0.22 3-7/8 9,070 3-1/2
10 12-1/2 130 17,000 28,300 703,000 1.21 14.63 461 0.31 0.53 0.22 4-15/32 11,900 3-1/2
10 12-1/2 130 17,100 28,500 703,000 1.21 14.63 461 0.31 0.53 0.22 4-15/32 12,000 3-1/2
11 13 130 13,300 22,200 542,000 0.94 14.36 452 0.30 0.51 0.22 3-3/4 8,970 3-1/2
12 15 130 17,200 28,600 626,000 1.22 14.78 466 0.31 0.54 0.23 4-3/8 11,800 3-1/2

10 12-1/2 120 15,900 26,500 842,000 1.02 15.68 494 0.30 0.54 0.24 4-21/32 9,880 3-1/2
9 12 120 16,600 27,700 838,000 1.07 15.36 484 0.31 0.54 0.23 4-7/8 10,200 3-1/2
10 12-1/2 130 17,700 29,400 703,000 1.13 14.85 468 0.31 0.53 0.23 4-15/32 11,900 3-1/2
10 12-1/2 130 17,700 29,500 703,000 1.13 14.85 468 0.31 0.53 0.23 4-15/32 12,000 3-1/2
11 13 130 13,300 22,200 542,000 0.85 14.36 452 0.30 0.51 0.22 3-13/16 9,780 3-1/2
12 15 130 17,200 28,600 626,000 1.10 14.78 466 0.31 0.54 0.23 4-3/8 11,800 3-1/2

10 12-1/2 120 15,900 26,500 842,000 0.79 15.68 494 0.30 0.54 0.24 4-13/16 12,600 3-1/2
9 12 120 16,600 27,700 838,000 0.83 15.36 484 0.31 0.54 0.23 5 12,600 3-1/2
10 12-1/2 130 17,700 29,400 703,000 0.88 14.85 468 0.31 0.53 0.23 4-17/32 13,000 3-1/2
10 12-1/2 130 17,700 29,500 703,000 0.88 14.85 468 0.31 0.53 0.23 4-1/2 12,500 3-1/2
9 12 130 24,700 41,100 908,000 1.23 15.36 484 0.31 0.54 0.23 4-27/32 17,000 3-1/2
9 12 130 24,700 41,200 908,000 1.23 15.36 484 0.31 0.54 0.23 4-27/32 17,100 3-1/2
12 15 130 19,500 32,600 693,000 0.98 14.99 472 0.31 0.54 0.23 4-3/8 12,900 3-1/2

10 12-1/2 120 12,100 20,100 649,000 0.95 17.13 540 0.28 0.54 0.26 4-17/32 7,790 3-1/2
9 11 130 11,800 19,700 537,000 0.94 16.37 516 0.26 0.51 0.25 3-27/32 8,580 3-1/2
9 11 130 11,800 19,700 537,000 0.94 16.37 516 0.26 0.51 0.25 3-27/32 8,660 3-1/2
11 13 130 13,300 22,200 542,000 1.05 16.42 517 0.26 0.51 0.25 3-3/4 8,970 3-1/2
12 15 130 19,500 32,600 693,000 1.54 17.03 537 0.28 0.54 0.26 4-3/8 12,900 3-1/2

10 12-1/2 120 13,200 22,000 708,000 0.83 17.32 546 0.27 0.54 0.26 4-21/32 9,880 3-1/2
9 12 120 16,600 27,700 838,000 1.04 17.43 549 0.28 0.54 0.27 4-7/8 10,200 3-1/2
10 12-1/2 130 17,700 29,400 703,000 1.10 16.91 533 0.28 0.53 0.26 4-15/32 11,900 3-1/2
10 12-1/2 130 17,000 28,300 703,000 1.06 16.70 526 0.28 0.53 0.26 4-15/32 11,900 3-1/2
10 12-1/2 130 17,100 28,500 703,000 1.07 16.70 526 0.28 0.53 0.26 4-15/32 12,000 3-1/2
12 15 130 19,500 32,600 693,000 1.22 17.03 537 0.28 0.54 0.26 4-3/8 12,900 3-1/2

10 12-1/2 120 15,900 26,500 842,000 0.90 17.74 559 0.27 0.54 0.27 4-23/32 11,000 3-1/2
9 12 120 16,600 27,700 838,000 0.94 17.43 549 0.28 0.54 0.27 4-15/16 11,400 3-1/2
10 12-1/2 130 17,000 28,300 703,000 0.96 16.70 526 0.28 0.53 0.26 4-15/32 11,900 3-1/2
10 12-1/2 130 17,100 28,500 703,000 0.96 16.70 526 0.28 0.53 0.26 4-15/32 12,000 3-1/2
12 15 130 19,500 32,600 693,000 1.10 17.03 537 0.28 0.54 0.26 4-3/8 12,900 3-1/2

9 12 120 19,600 32,700 980,000 0.86 18.34 578 0.27 0.55 0.28 5-3/32 14,400 3-1/2
10 12-1/2 130 19,900 33,200 767,000 0.88 17.32 546 0.27 0.54 0.26 4-9/16 14,500 3-1/2
10 12-1/2 130 19,900 33,200 767,000 0.87 17.32 546 0.27 0.54 0.26 4-17/32 14,000 3-1/2
9 12 130 26,700 44,500 972,000 1.17 17.61 555 0.27 0.54 0.27 4-27/32 18,000 3-1/2
9 12 130 26,300 43,800 972,000 1.16 17.61 555 0.27 0.54 0.27 4-27/32 17,600 3-1/2
12 15 130 20,800 34,600 757,000 0.91 17.24 543 0.27 0.54 0.26 4-13/32 14,400 3-1/2
12 15 130 21,800 36,300 757,000 0.96 17.49 551 0.27 0.54 0.27 4-13/32 14,400 3-1/2
Drill Pipe and Tool Joint Data
Pipe Body Tool Joint
Nominal Wall Torsional Tensile
Size Weight Grade Upset Thickness ID Strength Strength Collapse Burst Connection OD ID

in ft-lbs in in ft-lbs lbs psi psi in in

4 14.00 E-75 IU 0.330 3.340 23,300 285,000 11,400 10,800 NC38 5 2-7/16
4 14.00 E-75 IU 0.330 3.340 23,300 285,000 11,400 10,800 NC40 5-1/4 2-11/16
4 14.00 E-75 IU 0.330 3.340 23,300 285,000 11,400 10,800 NC38 VAM EIS 4-3/4 2-9/16
4 14.00 E-75 IU 0.330 3.340 23,300 285,000 11,400 10,800 NC38 VAM CDS 4-3/4 2-9/16
4 14.00 E-75 IU 0.330 3.340 23,300 285,000 11,400 10,800 VAM Express VX38 4-3/4 2-11/16

4 14.00 X-95 IU 0.330 3.340 29,500 361,000 14,400 13,700 NC38 5 2-7/16
4 14.00 X-95 IU 0.330 3.340 29,500 361,000 14,400 13,700 NC40 5-1/4 2-11/16
4 14.00 X-95 EU 0.330 3.340 29,500 361,000 14,400 13,700 NC46 6 3-1/4
4 14.00 X-95 IU 0.330 3.340 29,500 361,000 14,400 13,700 NC38 VAM EIS 4-7/8 2-9/16
4 14.00 X-95 IU 0.330 3.340 29,500 361,000 14,400 13,700 NC38 VAM CDS 4-7/8 2-9/16
4 14.00 X-95 IU 0.330 3.340 29,500 361,000 14,400 13,700 NC40 VAM CDS 5-1/4 2-11/16
4 14.00 X-95 IU 0.330 3.340 29,500 361,000 14,400 13,700 VAM Express VX38 4-7/8 2-9/16
4 14.00 X-95 IU 0.330 3.340 29,500 361,000 14,400 13,700 VAM Express VX39 4-7/8 2-13/16

4 14.00 G-105 IU 0.330 3.340 32,600 400,000 15,900 15,200 NC40 5-1/2 2-7/16
4 14.00 G-105 EU 0.330 3.340 32,600 400,000 15,900 15,200 NC46 6 3-1/4
4 14.00 G-105 IU 0.330 3.340 32,600 400,000 15,900 15,200 NC38 VAM EIS 5 2-7/16
4 14.00 G-105 IU 0.330 3.340 32,600 400,000 15,900 15,200 NC38 VAM CDS 5 2-7/16
4 14.00 G-105 IU 0.330 3.340 32,600 400,000 15,900 15,200 NC40 VAM EIS 5-1/4 2-9/16
4 14.00 G-105 IU 0.330 3.340 32,600 400,000 15,900 15,200 NC40 VAM CDS 5-1/4 2-9/16
4 14.00 G-105 IU 0.330 3.340 32,600 400,000 15,900 15,200 VAM Express VX38 4-7/8 2-9/16
4 14.00 G-105 IU 0.330 3.340 32,600 400,000 15,900 15,200 VAM Express VX39 5 2-13/16

4 14.00 S-135 EU 0.330 3.340 41,900 514,000 20,100 19,500 NC46 6 3


4 14.00 S-135 IU 0.330 3.340 41,900 514,000 20,100 19,500 NC38 VAM EIS 5 2-7/16
4 14.00 S-135 IU 0.330 3.340 41,900 514,000 20,100 19,500 NC38 VAM CDS 5 2-7/16
4 14.00 S-135 IU 0.330 3.340 41,900 514,000 20,100 19,500 NC40 VAM EIS 5-1/4 2-9/16
4 14.00 S-135 IU 0.330 3.340 41,900 514,000 20,100 19,500 NC40 VAM CDS 5-1/4 2-9/16
4 14.00 S-135 IU 0.330 3.340 41,900 514,000 20,100 19,500 VAM Express VX38 5 2-7/16
4 14.00 S-135 IU 0.330 3.340 41,900 514,000 20,100 19,500 VAM Express VX39 5 2-11/16
4 14.00 S-135 IU 0.330 3.340 41,900 514,000 20,100 19,500 VAM Express VX40 5-1/4 3

4 15.70 E-75 IU 0.380 3.240 25,800 324,000 12,900 12,500 NC38 5 2-7/16
4 15.70 E-75 IU 0.380 3.240 25,800 324,000 12,900 12,500 NC40 5-1/4 2-11/16
4 15.70 E-75 IU 0.380 3.240 25,800 324,000 12,900 12,500 NC38 VAM EIS 4-7/8 2-9/16
4 15.70 E-75 IU 0.380 3.240 25,800 324,000 12,900 12,500 NC38 VAM CDS 4-7/8 2-9/16
4 15.70 E-75 IU 0.380 3.240 25,800 324,000 12,900 12,500 VAM Express VX38 4-3/4 2-11/16

4 15.70 X-95 IU 0.380 3.240 32,700 411,000 16,300 15,800 NC40 5-1/2 2-7/16
4 15.70 X-95 IU 0.380 3.240 32,700 411,000 16,300 15,800 NC38 VAM EIS 4-7/8 2-9/16
4 15.70 X-95 IU 0.380 3.240 32,700 411,000 16,300 15,800 NC38 VAM CDS 4-7/8 2-9/16
4 15.70 X-95 IU 0.380 3.240 32,700 411,000 16,300 15,800 NC40 VAM EIS 5-1/4 2-9/16
4 15.70 X-95 IU 0.380 3.240 32,700 411,000 16,300 15,800 NC40 VAM CDS 5-1/4 2-9/16
4 15.70 X-95 IU 0.380 3.240 32,700 411,000 16,300 15,800 VAM Express VX38 4-7/8 2-9/16
4 15.70 X-95 IU 0.380 3.240 32,700 411,000 16,300 15,800 VAM Express VX39 5 2-11/16

4 15.70 G-105 IU 0.380 3.240 36,100 454,000 18,100 17,500 NC40 5-1/2 2-7/16
4 15.70 G-105 EU 0.380 3.240 36,100 454,000 18,100 17,500 NC46 6 3
4 15.70 G-105 IU 0.380 3.240 36,100 454,000 18,100 17,500 NC38 VAM EIS 5 2-7/16
4 15.70 G-105 IU 0.380 3.240 36,100 454,000 18,100 17,500 NC38 VAM CDS 5 2-7/16
4 15.70 G-105 IU 0.380 3.240 36,100 454,000 18,100 17,500 NC40 VAM EIS 5-1/4 2-9/16
4 15.70 G-105 IU 0.380 3.240 36,100 454,000 18,100 17,500 NC40 VAM CDS 5-1/4 2-9/16
4 15.70 G-105 IU 0.380 3.240 36,100 454,000 18,100 17,500 VAM Express VX38 5 2-7/16
4 15.70 G-105 IU 0.380 3.240 36,100 454,000 18,100 17,500 VAM Express VX39 5 2-11/16
4 15.70 G-105 IU 0.380 3.240 36,100 454,000 18,100 17,500 VAM Express VX40 5-1/4 3

4 15.70 S-135 EU 0.380 3.240 46,500 583,000 23,200 22,400 NC46 6 3


4 15.70 S-135 IU 0.380 3.240 46,500 583,000 23,200 22,400 NC40 VAM EIS 5-1/4 2-9/16
4 15.70 S-135 IU 0.380 3.240 46,500 583,000 23,200 22,400 NC40 VAM CDS 5-1/4 2-9/16
4 15.70 S-135 IU 0.380 3.240 46,500 583,000 23,200 22,400 VAM Express VX39 5 2-11/16
4 15.70 S-135 IU 0.380 3.240 46,500 583,000 23,200 22,400 VAM Express VX40 5-1/2 2-11/16

Notes: All drill pipes are Range 2 (31-1/2 ft shoulder to shoulder) unless otherwise specified. API recommends a torsional ratio of 0.80 or greater.
VAM EIS®, VAM CDS™ and VAM Express™ are proprietary threads of VAM Drilling. Tong spaces are a minimum of 2 longer than API standard.
Make-up torque values are recommended by VAM Drilling.
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Tool Joint Assembly


Tong Length Material Make-up Torsional Tensile Torsional Approx Approx Displacement Premium Nominal
Yield Torque Strength Strength Ratio Wt/foot Weight Capacity Closed Open OD Make-up Size
Pin Box Strength End End
in in ksi ft-lbs ft-lbs lbs lbs/ft lbs gal/ft gal/ft gal/ft in ft-lbs in

10 12-1/2 120 13,200 22,000 708,000 0.95 16.11 507 0.43 0.68 0.25 4-19/32 8,820 4
9 12 120 15,300 25,500 776,000 1.10 16.03 505 0.44 0.68 0.24 4-27/32 9,600 4
10 12-1/2 130 17,000 28,300 703,000 1.22 15.49 488 0.43 0.67 0.24 4-15/32 11,900 4
10 12-1/2 130 17,100 28,500 703,000 1.22 15.49 488 0.43 0.67 0.24 4-15/32 12,000 4
12 15 130 17,200 28,600 626,000 1.23 15.63 492 0.44 0.67 0.24 4-3/8 11,800 4

10 12-1/2 120 13,200 22,000 708,000 0.75 16.11 507 0.43 0.68 0.25 4-3/4 11,500 4
9 12 120 15,300 25,500 776,000 0.87 16.03 505 0.44 0.68 0.24 4-15/16 11,400 4
9 12 120 19,900 33,200 901,000 1.13 16.79 529 0.45 0.71 0.26 5-13/32 12,100 4
10 12-1/2 130 17,700 29,400 703,000 1.00 15.70 495 0.43 0.67 0.24 4-15/32 11,900 4
10 12-1/2 130 17,700 29,500 703,000 1.00 15.70 495 0.43 0.67 0.24 4-15/32 12,000 4
9 12 130 22,300 37,100 841,000 1.26 16.03 505 0.44 0.68 0.24 4-27/32 16,100 4
12 15 130 19,500 32,600 693,000 1.10 16.10 507 0.43 0.68 0.25 4-3/8 12,900 4
12 15 130 20,100 33,500 713,000 1.13 15.66 493 0.44 0.68 0.24 4-9/16 13,900 4

9 12 120 17,900 29,800 897,000 0.91 16.87 531 0.43 0.69 0.26 5 12,600 4
9 12 120 19,900 33,200 901,000 1.02 16.79 529 0.45 0.71 0.26 5-7/16 12,800 4
10 12-1/2 130 19,900 33,200 767,000 1.02 16.11 507 0.43 0.68 0.25 4-15/32 12,800 4
10 12-1/2 130 19,900 33,200 767,000 1.02 16.11 507 0.43 0.68 0.25 4-15/32 12,900 4
9 12 130 24,700 41,100 908,000 1.26 16.22 511 0.44 0.68 0.25 4-27/32 17,000 4
9 12 130 24,700 41,200 908,000 1.26 16.22 511 0.44 0.68 0.25 4-27/32 17,100 4
12 15 130 19,500 32,600 693,000 1.00 16.10 507 0.43 0.68 0.25 4-3/8 12,900 4
12 15 130 21,300 35,500 713,000 1.09 15.92 502 0.44 0.68 0.24 4-9/16 13,900 4

9 12 120 23,400 39,000 1,050,000 0.93 17.24 543 0.45 0.71 0.26 5-9/16 15,800 4
10 12-1/2 130 19,900 33,200 767,000 0.79 16.11 507 0.43 0.68 0.25 4-21/32 16,200 4
10 12-1/2 130 19,900 33,200 767,000 0.79 16.11 507 0.43 0.68 0.25 4-21/32 16,300 4
9 12 130 24,700 41,100 908,000 0.98 16.22 511 0.44 0.68 0.25 4-27/32 17,000 4
9 12 130 24,700 41,200 908,000 0.98 16.22 511 0.44 0.68 0.25 4-27/32 17,100 4
12 15 130 21,800 36,300 757,000 0.87 16.56 522 0.43 0.68 0.25 4-1/2 16,100 4
12 15 130 23,900 39,800 783,000 0.95 16.14 509 0.44 0.68 0.25 4-5/8 16,300 4
11 14 130 25,400 42,300 818,000 1.01 15.91 501 0.44 0.69 0.24 4-31/32 19,000 4

10 12-1/2 120 13,200 22,000 708,000 0.85 17.67 557 0.41 0.68 0.27 4-21/32 9,880 4
9 12 120 15,300 25,500 776,000 0.99 17.60 554 0.41 0.68 0.27 4-7/8 10,200 4
10 12-1/2 130 17,700 29,400 703,000 1.14 17.27 544 0.41 0.67 0.26 4-15/32 11,900 4
10 12-1/2 130 17,700 29,500 703,000 1.14 17.27 544 0.41 0.67 0.26 4-15/32 12,000 4
12 15 130 17,200 28,600 626,000 1.11 17.18 541 0.41 0.67 0.26 4-3/8 11,800 4

9 12 120 17,900 29,800 897,000 0.91 18.44 581 0.41 0.69 0.28 5 12,600 4
10 12-1/2 130 17,700 29,400 703,000 0.90 17.27 544 0.41 0.67 0.26 4-1/2 12,400 4
10 12-1/2 130 17,700 29,500 703,000 0.90 17.27 544 0.41 0.67 0.26 4-1/2 12,500 4
9 12 130 24,700 41,100 908,000 1.26 17.79 560 0.41 0.68 0.27 4-27/32 17,000 4
9 12 130 24,700 41,200 908,000 1.26 17.79 560 0.41 0.68 0.27 4-27/32 17,100 4
12 15 130 19,500 32,600 693,000 1.00 17.64 556 0.41 0.68 0.27 4-3/8 12,900 4
12 15 130 23,900 39,800 783,000 1.22 17.69 557 0.41 0.68 0.27 4-9/16 15,100 4

9 12 120 17,900 29,800 897,000 0.82 18.44 581 0.41 0.69 0.28 5-1/16 13,800 4
9 12 120 23,400 39,000 1,050,000 1.08 18.81 592 0.42 0.71 0.29 5-15/32 13,500 4
10 12-1/2 130 19,900 33,200 767,000 0.92 17.67 557 0.41 0.68 0.27 4-17/32 13,900 4
10 12-1/2 130 19,900 33,200 767,000 0.92 17.67 557 0.41 0.68 0.27 4-17/32 14,000 4
9 12 130 24,700 41,100 908,000 1.14 17.79 560 0.41 0.68 0.27 4-27/32 17,000 4
9 12 130 24,700 41,200 908,000 1.14 17.79 560 0.41 0.68 0.27 4-27/32 17,100 4
12 15 130 21,800 36,300 757,000 1.01 18.10 570 0.41 0.68 0.28 4-3/8 13,900 4
12 15 130 23,900 39,800 783,000 1.10 17.69 557 0.41 0.68 0.27 4-9/16 15,100 4
11 14 130 25,400 42,300 818,000 1.17 17.46 550 0.42 0.69 0.27 4-31/32 19,000 4

9 12 120 23,400 39,000 1,050,000 0.84 18.81 592 0.42 0.71 0.29 5-21/32 18,100 4
9 12 130 24,700 41,100 908,000 0.89 17.79 560 0.41 0.68 0.27 4-7/8 17,700 4
9 12 130 24,700 41,200 908,000 0.89 17.79 560 0.41 0.68 0.27 4-7/8 17,700 4
12 15 130 23,900 39,800 783,000 0.86 17.69 557 0.41 0.68 0.27 4-11/16 17,500 4
11 14 130 32,100 53,600 1,000,000 1.15 18.56 585 0.41 0.70 0.28 4-31/32 21,500 4
Drill Pipe and Tool Joint Data
Pipe Body Tool Joint
Nominal Wall Torsional Tensile
Size Weight Grade Upset Thickness ID Strength Strength Collapse Burst Connection OD ID

in ft-lbs in in ft-lbs lbs psi psi in in

4-1/2 16.60 E-75 IEU 0.337 3.826 30,800 331,000 10,400 9,830 NC46 6-1/4 3
4-1/2 16.60 E-75 IEU 0.337 3.826 30,800 331,000 10,400 9,830 NC46 6-1/4 3-1/4
4-1/2 16.60 E-75 EU 0.337 3.826 30,800 331,000 10,400 9,830 NC50 6-3/8 3-3/4
4-1/2 16.60 E-75 IEU 0.337 3.826 30,800 331,000 10,400 9,830 NC40 VAM CDS 5-1/4 2-11/16

4-1/2 16.60 X-95 IEU 0.337 3.826 39,000 419,000 12,800 12,500 NC46 6-1/4 3
4-1/2 16.60 X-95 EU 0.337 3.826 39,000 419,000 12,800 12,500 NC50 6-3/8 3-3/4
4-1/2 16.60 X-95 EU 0.337 3.826 39,000 419,000 12,800 12,500 NC50 6-5/8 3-3/4

4-1/2 16.60 G-105 IEU 0.337 3.826 43,100 463,000 13,800 13,800 NC46 6-1/4 3
4-1/2 16.60 G-105 EU 0.337 3.826 43,100 463,000 13,800 13,800 NC50 6-3/8 3-3/4
4-1/2 16.60 G-105 IEU 0.337 3.826 43,100 463,000 13,800 13,800 NC46 VAM EIS 6 3
4-1/2 16.60 G-105 IEU 0.337 3.826 43,100 463,000 13,800 13,800 NC46 VAM CDS 6 3
4-1/2 16.60 G-105 IEU 0.337 3.826 43,100 463,000 13,800 13,800 VAM Express VX46 6 3-3/4

4-1/2 16.60 S-135 IEU 0.337 3.826 55,500 595,000 16,800 17,700 NC46 6-1/4 2-3/4
4-1/2 16.60 S-135 EU 0.337 3.826 55,500 595,000 16,800 17,700 NC50 6-5/8 3-1/2
4-1/2 16.60 S-135 IEU 0.337 3.826 55,500 595,000 16,800 17,700 NC46 VAM EIS 6 3
4-1/2 16.60 S-135 IEU 0.337 3.826 55,500 595,000 16,800 17,700 NC46 VAM CDS 6 3
4-1/2 16.60 S-135 EU 0.337 3.826 55,500 595,000 16,800 17,700 NC50 VAM EIS 6-3/8 3-1/2
4-1/2 16.60 S-135 EU 0.337 3.826 55,500 595,000 16,800 17,700 NC50 VAM CDS 6-3/8 3-1/2
4-1/2 16.60 S-135 IEU 0.337 3.826 55,500 595,000 16,800 17,700 VAM Express VX46 6 3-1/2

4-1/2 20.00 E-75 IEU 0.430 3.640 36,900 412,000 13,000 12,500 NC46 6-1/4 3
4-1/2 20.00 E-75 EU 0.430 3.640 36,900 412,000 13,000 12,500 NC50 6-3/8 3-3/4

4-1/2 20.00 X-95 IEU 0.430 3.640 46,700 522,000 16,400 15,900 NC46 6-1/4 2-3/4
4-1/2 20.00 X-95 EU 0.430 3.640 46,700 522,000 16,400 15,900 NC50 6-3/8 3-1/2

4-1/2 20.00 G-105 EU 0.430 3.640 51,700 577,000 18,100 17,600 NC50 6-5/8 3-1/4
4-1/2 20.00 G-105 IEU 0.430 3.640 51,700 577,000 18,100 17,600 NC46 VAM EIS 6 3
4-1/2 20.00 G-105 IEU 0.430 3.640 51,700 577,000 18,100 17,600 NC46 VAM CDS 6 3
4-1/2 20.00 G-105 IEU 0.430 3.640 51,700 577,000 18,100 17,600 VAM Express VX46 6 3-1/2

4-1/2 20.00 S-135 IEU 0.430 3.640 66,400 742,000 23,300 22,600 NC46 6-1/4 2-3/4
4-1/2 20.00 S-135 EU 0.430 3.640 66,400 742,000 23,300 22,600 NC50 6-5/8 3
4-1/2 20.00 S-135 IEU 0.430 3.640 66,400 742,000 23,300 22,600 NC46 VAM EIS 6 3
4-1/2 20.00 S-135 IEU 0.430 3.640 66,400 742,000 23,300 22,600 NC46 VAM CDS 6 3
4-1/2 20.00 S-135 EU 0.430 3.640 66,400 742,000 23,300 22,600 NC50 VAM EIS 6-3/8 3-1/2
4-1/2 20.00 S-135 EU 0.430 3.640 66,400 742,000 23,300 22,600 NC50 VAM CDS 6-3/8 3-1/2
4-1/2 20.00 S-135 IEU 0.430 3.640 66,400 742,000 23,300 22,600 VAM Express VX46 6 3
4-1/2 20.00 S-135 IEU 0.430 3.640 66,400 742,000 23,300 22,600 VAM Express VX46 6-1/4 3

Notes: All drill pipes are Range 2 (31-1/2 ft shoulder to shoulder) unless otherwise specified.
API recommends a torsional ratio of 0.80 or greater.
VAM EIS®, VAM CDS™ and VAM Express™ are proprietary threads of VAM Drilling.
Tong spaces are a minimum of 2 longer than API standard.
Make-up torque values are recommended by VAM Drilling.
4-1/2 33

Tool Joint Assembly


Tong Length Material Make-up Torsional Tensile Torsional Approx Approx Displacement Premium Nominal
Yield Torque Strength Strength Ratio Wt/foot Weight Capacity Closed Open OD Make-up Size
Pin Box Strength End End
in in ksi ft-lbs ft-lbs lbs lbs/ft lbs gal/ft gal/ft gal/ft in ft-lbs in

9 12 120 23,400 39,000 1,050,000 1.27 19.85 625 0.57 0.88 0.30 5-13/32 12,100 4-1/2
9 12 120 19,900 33,200 901,000 1.08 19.39 611 0.58 0.88 0.30 5-13/32 12,100 4-1/2
9 12 120 22,400 37,300 939,000 1.21 18.93 596 0.59 0.88 0.29 5-13/16 14,100 4-1/2
9 12 130 22,300 37,100 841,000 1.20 18.34 578 0.57 0.85 0.28 4-27/32 16,100 4-1/2

9 12 120 23,400 39,000 1,050,000 1.00 19.85 625 0.57 0.88 0.30 5-17/32 15,000 4-1/2
9 12 120 22,400 37,300 939,000 0.96 18.93 596 0.59 0.88 0.29 5-27/32 14,900 4-1/2
9 12 120 22,400 37,300 939,000 0.96 19.50 614 0.59 0.89 0.30 5-27/32 14,900 4-1/2

9 12 120 23,400 39,000 1,050,000 0.90 19.85 625 0.57 0.88 0.30 5-19/32 16,500 4-1/2
9 12 120 22,400 37,300 939,000 0.86 18.93 596 0.59 0.88 0.29 5-29/32 16,600 4-1/2
9 12 130 35,900 59,800 1,140,000 1.39 19.30 608 0.57 0.87 0.29 5-13/32 23,400 4-1/2
9 12 130 35,800 59,700 1,140,000 1.38 19.30 608 0.57 0.87 0.29 5-13/32 23,600 4-1/2
11 14 130 31,600 50,700 923,000 1.18 18.30 576 0.59 0.87 0.28 5-5/8 22,800 4-1/2

9 12 120 26,600 44,400 1,180,000 0.80 20.27 638 0.57 0.88 0.31 5-25/32 21,200 4-1/2
9 12 120 26,700 44,500 1,110,000 0.80 20.03 631 0.59 0.89 0.31 6-1/16 21,000 4-1/2
9 12 130 35,900 59,800 1,140,000 1.08 19.30 608 0.57 0.87 0.29 5-13/32 23,400 4-1/2
9 12 130 35,800 59,700 1,140,000 1.08 19.30 608 0.57 0.87 0.29 5-13/32 23,600 4-1/2
9 12 130 40,600 67,700 1,200,000 1.22 19.45 613 0.59 0.88 0.30 5-13/16 26,800 4-1/2
9 12 130 40,600 67,700 1,200,000 1.22 19.45 613 0.59 0.88 0.30 5-13/16 26,900 4-1/2
11 14 130 37,600 60,200 1,110,000 1.09 18.87 594 0.59 0.87 0.29 5-5/8 26,600 4-1/2

9 12 120 23,400 39,000 1,050,000 1.06 23.15 729 0.52 0.88 0.35 5-1/2 14,300 4-1/2
9 12 120 22,400 37,300 939,000 1.01 22.23 700 0.54 0.88 0.34 5-13/16 14,100 4-1/2

9 12 120 26,600 44,400 1,180,000 0.95 23.57 742 0.52 0.88 0.36 5-21/32 18,100 4-1/2
9 12 120 26,700 44,500 1,110,000 0.95 22.76 717 0.54 0.88 0.35 5-15/16 17,500 4-1/2

9 12 120 30,700 51,200 1,270,000 0.99 23.83 751 0.53 0.89 0.36 6-1/32 20,100 4-1/2
9 12 130 35,900 59,800 1,140,000 1.16 22.61 712 0.52 0.87 0.35 5-13/32 23,400 4-1/2
9 12 130 35,800 59,700 1,140,000 1.16 22.61 712 0.52 0.87 0.35 5-13/32 23,600 4-1/2
11 14 130 37,600 60,200 1,110,000 1.17 22.14 697 0.54 0.87 0.34 5-5/8 26,600 4-1/2

9 12 120 26,600 44,400 1,180,000 0.67 23.57 742 0.52 0.88 0.36 5-15/16 25,300 4-1/2
9 12 120 34,500 57,500 1,420,000 0.87 24.29 765 0.52 0.89 0.37 6-7/32 25,600 4-1/2
9 12 130 35,900 59,800 1,140,000 0.90 22.61 712 0.52 0.87 0.35 5-15/32 25,000 4-1/2
9 12 130 35,800 59,700 1,140,000 0.90 22.61 712 0.52 0.87 0.35 5-15/32 25,100 4-1/2
9 12 130 40,600 67,700 1,200,000 1.02 22.76 717 0.54 0.88 0.35 5-13/16 26,800 4-1/2
9 12 130 40,600 67,700 1,200,000 1.02 22.76 717 0.54 0.88 0.35 5-13/16 26,900 4-1/2
11 14 130 41,000 65,700 1,440,000 0.99 23.17 730 0.52 0.87 0.35 5-5/8 30,000 4-1/2
11 14 130 48,900 78,400 1,440,000 1.18 23.80 750 0.52 0.88 0.36 5-5/8 30,000 4-1/2
Drill Pipe and Tool Joint Data
Pipe Body Tool Joint
Nominal Wall Torsional Tensile
Size Weight Grade Upset Thickness ID Strength Strength Collapse Burst Connection OD ID

in ft-lbs in in ft-lbs lbs psi psi in in

5 19.50 E-75 IEU 0.362 4.276 41,200 396,000 9,960 9,500 NC50 6-3/8 3-1/2

5 19.50 X-95 IEU 0.362 4.276 52,100 501,000 12,000 12,000 NC50 6-3/8 3-1/2
5 19.50 X-95 IEU 0.362 4.276 52,100 501,000 12,000 12,000 5-1/2 FH 7-1/4 3-3/4
5 19.50 X-95 IEU 0.362 4.276 52,100 501,000 12,000 12,000 NC50 VAM EIS 6-3/8 3-1/2
5 19.50 X-95 IEU 0.362 4.276 52,100 501,000 12,000 12,000 NC50 VAM CDS 6-3/8 3-1/2
5 19.50 X-95 IEU 0.362 4.276 52,100 501,000 12,000 12,000 VAM Express VX46 6 3-1/2

5 19.50 G-105 IEU 0.362 4.276 57,600 554,000 13,000 13,300 NC50 6-5/8 3-1/4
5 19.50 G-105 IEU 0.362 4.276 57,600 554,000 13,000 13,300 5-1/2 FH 7 4
5 19.50 G-105 IEU 0.362 4.276 57,600 554,000 13,000 13,300 NC50 VAM EIS 6-1/2 3-1/2
5 19.50 G-105 IEU 0.362 4.276 57,600 554,000 13,000 13,300 NC50 VAM CDS 6-1/2 3-1/2
5 19.50 G-105 IEU 0.362 4.276 57,600 554,000 13,000 13,300 VAM Express VX46 6 3-1/2
5 19.50 G-105 IEU 0.362 4.276 57,600 554,000 13,000 13,300 VAM Express VX50 6-1/2 4

5 19.50 S-135 IEU 0.362 4.276 74,100 712,000 15,700 17,100 NC50 6-5/8 2-3/4
5 19.50 S-135 IEU 0.362 4.276 74,100 712,000 15,700 17,100 5-1/2 FH 7-1/4 3-1/2
5 19.50 S-135 IEU 0.362 4.276 74,100 712,000 15,700 17,100 NC50 VAM EIS 6-5/8 3-1/2
5 19.50 S-135 IEU 0.362 4.276 74,100 712,000 15,700 17,100 NC50 VAM CDS 6-5/8 3-1/2
5 19.50 S-135 IEU 0.362 4.276 74,100 712,000 15,700 17,100 VAM Express VX46 6-1/2 3-1/4
5 19.50 S-135 IEU 0.362 4.276 74,100 712,000 15,700 17,100 VAM Express VX50 6-1/2 3-3/4

5 25.60 E-75 IEU 0.500 4.000 52,300 530,000 13,500 13,100 NC50 6-3/8 3-1/2
5 25.60 E-75 IEU 0.500 4.000 52,300 530,000 13,500 13,100 5-1/2 FH 7 3-3/4

5 25.60 X-95 IEU 0.500 4.000 66,200 672,000 17,100 16,600 NC50 6-5/8 3
5 25.60 X-95 IEU 0.500 4.000 66,200 672,000 17,100 16,600 5-1/2 FH 7 3-1/2
5 25.60 X-95 IEU 0.500 4.000 66,200 672,000 17,100 16,600 NC50 VAM EIS 6-3/8 3-1/2
5 25.60 X-95 IEU 0.500 4.000 66,200 672,000 17,100 16,600 NC50 VAM CDS 6-3/8 3-1/2
5 25.60 X-95 IEU 0.500 4.000 66,200 672,000 17,100 16,600 VAM Express VX46 6-1/4 3-1/2
5 25.60 X-95 IEU 0.500 4.000 66,200 672,000 17,100 16,600 VAM Express VX50 6-1/2 3-3/4

5 25.60 G-105 IEU 0.500 4.000 73,200 742,000 18,900 18,400 NC50 6-5/8 2-3/4
5 25.60 G-105 IEU 0.500 4.000 73,200 742,000 18,900 18,400 5-1/2 FH 7-1/4 3-1/2
5 25.60 G-105 IEU 0.500 4.000 73,200 742,000 18,900 18,400 NC50 VAM EIS 6-5/8 3-1/2
5 25.60 G-105 IEU 0.500 4.000 73,200 742,000 18,900 18,400 NC50 VAM CDS 6-5/8 3-1/2
5 25.60 G-105 IEU 0.500 4.000 73,200 742,000 18,900 18,400 VAM Express VX46 6-1/2 3-1/4
5 25.60 G-105 IEU 0.500 4.000 73,200 742,000 18,900 18,400 VAM Express VX50 6-1/2 3-3/4

5 25.60 S-135 IEU 0.500 4.000 94,100 954,000 24,300 23,600 5-1/2 FH 7-1/4 3-1/4
5 25.60 S-135 IEU 0.500 4.000 94,100 954,000 24,300 23,600 NC50 VAM EIS 6-5/8 3-1/4
5 25.60 S-135 IEU 0.500 4.000 94,100 954,000 24,300 23,600 NC50 VAM CDS 6-5/8 3-1/4
5 25.60 S-135 IEU 0.500 4.000 94,100 954,000 24,300 23,600 VAM Express VX46 6-1/2 3-1/4
5 25.60 S-135 IEU 0.500 4.000 94,100 954,000 24,300 23,600 VAM Express VX50 6-5/8 3-1/2

Notes: All drill pipes are Range 2 (31-1/2 ft shoulder to shoulder) unless otherwise specified.
API recommends a torsional ratio of 0.80 or greater.
VAM EIS®, VAM CDS™ and VAM Express™ are proprietary threads of VAM Drilling.
Tong spaces are a minimum of 2 longer than API standard.
Make-up torque values are recommended by VAM Drilling.
5 35

Tool Joint Assembly


Tong Length Material Make-up Torsional Tensile Torsional Approx Approx Displacement Premium Nominal
Yield Torque Strength Strength Ratio Wt/foot Weight Capacity Closed Open OD Make-up Size
Pin Box Strength End End
in in ksi ft-lbs ft-lbs lbs lbs/ft lbs gal/ft gal/ft gal/ft in ft-lbs in

9 12 120 26,700 44,500 1,110,000 1.08 22.28 702 0.72 1.06 0.34 5-7/8 15,800 5

9 12 120 26,700 44,500 1,110,000 0.85 22.28 702 0.72 1.06 0.34 6-1/32 20,100 5
10 12 120 38,500 64,200 1,450,000 1.23 24.11 759 0.73 1.09 0.37 6-1/2 20,200 5
9 12 130 40,600 67,700 1,200,000 1.30 22.28 702 0.72 1.06 0.34 5-13/16 26,800 5
9 12 130 40,600 67,700 1,200,000 1.30 22.28 702 0.72 1.06 0.34 5-13/16 26,900 5
11 14 130 37,600 60,200 1,110,000 1.16 21.96 692 0.72 1.05 0.34 5-5/8 26,600 5

9 12 120 30,700 51,200 1,270,000 0.89 23.35 735 0.71 1.07 0.36 6-3/32 21,900 5
10 12 120 33,400 55,700 1,270,000 0.97 22.84 720 0.74 1.08 0.35 6-9/16 22,300 5
9 12 130 40,800 67,900 1,200,000 1.18 22.56 711 0.72 1.06 0.34 5-13/16 26,800 5
9 12 130 40,600 67,700 1,200,000 1.17 22.56 711 0.72 1.06 0.34 5-13/16 26,900 5
11 14 130 37,600 60,200 1,110,000 1.05 21.96 692 0.72 1.05 0.34 5-5/8 26,600 5
11 14 130 42,700 68,400 1,130,000 1.19 22.03 694 0.73 1.07 0.34 6-1/32 29,000 5

9 12 120 38,000 63,400 1,550,000 0.86 24.23 763 0.70 1.07 0.37 6-5/16 28,400 5
10 12 120 43,300 72,200 1,620,000 0.97 24.67 777 0.72 1.09 0.38 6-3/4 28,700 5
9 12 130 40,900 68,200 1,200,000 0.92 22.85 720 0.72 1.07 0.35 5-7/8 28,700 5
9 12 130 40,600 67,700 1,200,000 0.91 22.85 720 0.72 1.07 0.35 5-7/8 28,800 5
11 14 130 47,800 76,700 1,280,000 1.03 23.76 748 0.71 1.07 0.36 5-5/8 30,000 5
11 14 130 49,200 78,900 1,330,000 1.06 22.64 713 0.73 1.07 0.35 6-1/32 33,300 5

9 12 120 26,700 44,500 1,110,000 0.85 27.72 873 0.64 1.06 0.42 6-1/32 20,100 5
10 12 120 37,700 62,900 1,450,000 1.20 28.84 908 0.64 1.08 0.44 6-1/2 20,200 5

9 12 120 34,500 57,500 1,420,000 0.87 29.24 921 0.62 1.07 0.45 6-7/32 25,600 5
10 12 120 37,700 62,900 1,620,000 0.95 29.39 926 0.64 1.08 0.45 6-21/32 25,500 5
9 12 130 40,600 67,700 1,200,000 1.02 27.72 873 0.64 1.06 0.42 5-13/16 26,800 5
9 12 130 40,600 67,700 1,200,000 1.02 27.72 873 0.64 1.06 0.42 5-13/16 26,900 5
11 14 130 40,000 64,200 1,110,000 0.97 27.95 880 0.63 1.06 0.43 5-5/8 26,600 5
11 14 130 49,200 78,900 1,330,000 1.19 28.02 882 0.64 1.07 0.43 6-1/32 33,300 5

9 12 120 38,000 63,400 1,550,000 0.87 29.66 934 0.62 1.07 0.45 6-9/32 27,400 5
10 12 120 43,300 72,200 1,620,000 0.99 30.06 947 0.64 1.09 0.46 6-23/32 27,600 5
9 12 130 40,900 68,200 1,200,000 0.93 28.28 891 0.64 1.07 0.43 5-27/32 27,700 5
9 12 130 40,600 67,700 1,200,000 0.92 28.28 891 0.64 1.07 0.43 5-27/32 27,900 5
11 14 130 47,800 76,700 1,280,000 1.05 29.13 918 0.63 1.07 0.45 5-5/8 30,000 5
11 14 130 49,200 78,900 1,330,000 1.08 28.02 882 0.64 1.07 0.43 6-1/32 33,300 5

10 12 120 47,200 78,700 1,780,000 0.84 30.58 963 0.63 1.09 0.47 6-15/16 35,400 5
9 12 130 48,500 80,900 1,370,000 0.86 28.78 907 0.63 1.07 0.44 6 35,800 5
9 12 130 48,300 80,600 1,380,000 0.86 28.78 907 0.63 1.07 0.44 6 35,900 5
11 14 130 47,800 76,700 1,280,000 0.81 29.13 918 0.63 1.07 0.45 5-7/8 37,200 5
11 14 130 57,700 92,400 1,510,000 0.98 28.92 911 0.63 1.08 0.44 6-1/32 37,200 5
Drill Pipe and Tool Joint Data
Pipe Body Tool Joint
Nominal Wall Torsional Tensile
Size Weight Grade Upset Thickness ID Strength Strength Collapse Burst Connection OD ID

in ft-lbs in in ft-lbs lbs psi psi in in

5-1/2 21.90 E-75 IEU 0.361 4.778 50,700 437,000 8,410 8,610 5-1/2 FH 7 4

5-1/2 21.90 X-95 IEU 0.361 4.778 64,200 554,000 10,000 10,900 5-1/2 FH 7 3-3/4
5-1/2 21.90 X-95 IEU 0.361 4.778 64,200 554,000 10,000 10,900 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4
5-1/2 21.90 X-95 IEU 0.361 4.778 64,200 554,000 10,000 10,900 5-1/2 FH VAM CDS 7 4
5-1/2 21.90 X-95 IEU 0.361 4.778 64,200 554,000 10,000 10,900 VAM Express VX50 6-5/8 4
5-1/2 21.90 X-95 IEU 0.361 4.778 64,200 554,000 10,000 10,900 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/2

5-1/2 21.90 G-105 IEU 0.361 4.778 71,000 612,000 10,800 12,100 5-1/2 FH 7-1/4 3-1/2
5-1/2 21.90 G-105 IEU 0.361 4.778 71,000 612,000 10,800 12,100 NC50 VAM EIS 6-5/8 3-1/2
5-1/2 21.90 G-105 IEU 0.361 4.778 71,000 612,000 10,800 12,100 NC50 VAM CDS 6-5/8 3-1/2
5-1/2 21.90 G-105 IEU 0.361 4.778 71,000 612,000 10,800 12,100 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4
5-1/2 21.90 G-105 IEU 0.361 4.778 71,000 612,000 10,800 12,100 5-1/2 FH VAM CDS 7 4
5-1/2 21.90 G-105 IEU 0.361 4.778 71,000 612,000 10,800 12,100 VAM Express VX50 6-5/8 4
5-1/2 21.90 G-105 IEU 0.361 4.778 71,000 612,000 10,800 12,100 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/2

5-1/2 21.90 S-135 IEU 0.361 4.778 91,300 787,000 12,700 15,500 5-1/2 FH 7-1/2 3
5-1/2 21.90 S-135 IEU 0.361 4.778 91,300 787,000 12,700 15,500 NC50 VAM EIS 6-5/8 3-1/4
5-1/2 21.90 S-135 IEU 0.361 4.778 91,300 787,000 12,700 15,500 NC50 VAM CDS 6-5/8 3-1/4
5-1/2 21.90 S-135 IEU 0.361 4.778 91,300 787,000 12,700 15,500 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4
5-1/2 21.90 S-135 IEU 0.361 4.778 91,300 787,000 12,700 15,500 VAM Express VX50 6-5/8 3-3/4
5-1/2 21.90 S-135 IEU 0.361 4.778 91,300 787,000 12,700 15,500 VAM Express VX54 6-3/4 4
5-1/2 21.90 S-135 IEU 0.361 4.778 91,300 787,000 12,700 15,500 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/4

5-1/2 24.70 E-75 IEU 0.415 4.670 56,600 497,000 10,500 9,900 5-1/2 FH 7 4

5-1/2 24.70 X-95 IEU 0.415 4.670 71,700 630,000 12,900 12,500 5-1/2 FH 7-1/4 3-1/2
5-1/2 24.70 X-95 IEU 0.415 4.670 71,700 630,000 12,900 12,500 NC50 VAM EIS 6-5/8 3-1/4
5-1/2 24.70 X-95 IEU 0.415 4.670 71,700 630,000 12,900 12,500 NC50 VAM CDS 6-5/8 3-1/4
5-1/2 24.70 X-95 IEU 0.415 4.670 71,700 630,000 12,900 12,500 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4
5-1/2 24.70 X-95 IEU 0.415 4.670 71,700 630,000 12,900 12,500 VAM Express VX50 6-5/8 4
5-1/2 24.70 X-95 IEU 0.415 4.670 71,700 630,000 12,900 12,500 VAM Express VX54 6-5/8 4-1/4
5-1/2 24.70 X-95 IEU 0.415 4.670 71,700 630,000 12,900 12,500 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/2

5-1/2 24.70 G-105 IEU 0.415 4.670 79,200 696,000 14,000 13,900 5-1/2 FH 7-1/4 3-1/2
5-1/2 24.70 G-105 IEU 0.415 4.670 79,200 696,000 14,000 13,900 NC50 VAM EIS 6-5/8 3-1/4
5-1/2 24.70 G-105 IEU 0.415 4.670 79,200 696,000 14,000 13,900 NC50 VAM CDS 6-5/8 3-1/4
5-1/2 24.70 G-105 IEU 0.415 4.670 79,200 696,000 14,000 13,900 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4
5-1/2 24.70 G-105 IEU 0.415 4.670 79,200 696,000 14,000 13,900 VAM Express VX50 6-5/8 3-3/4
5-1/2 24.70 G-105 IEU 0.415 4.670 79,200 696,000 14,000 13,900 VAM Express VX54 6-3/4 4
5-1/2 24.70 G-105 IEU 0.415 4.670 79,200 696,000 14,000 13,900 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/4

5-1/2 24.70 S-135 IEU 0.415 4.670 102,000 895,000 17,000 17,800 5-1/2 FH 7-1/4 3-1/2
5-1/2 24.70 S-135 IEU 0.415 4.670 102,000 895,000 17,000 17,800 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4
5-1/2 24.70 S-135 IEU 0.415 4.670 102,000 895,000 17,000 17,800 5-1/2 FH VAM CDS 7 4
5-1/2 24.70 S-135 IEU 0.415 4.670 102,000 895,000 17,000 17,800 VAM Express VX54 6-3/4 4
5-1/2 24.70 S-135 IEU 0.415 4.670 102,000 895,000 17,000 17,800 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/4

Notes: All drill pipes are Range 2 (31-1/2 ft shoulder to shoulder) unless otherwise specified.
API recommends a torsional ratio of 0.80 or greater.
VAM EIS®, VAM CDS™ and VAM Express™ are proprietary threads of VAM Drilling.
Tong spaces are a minimum of 2 longer than API standard.
Make-up torque values are recommended by VAM Drilling.
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Tool Joint Assembly


Tong Length Material Make-up Torsional Tensile Torsional Approx Approx Displacement Premium Nominal
Yield Torque Strength Strength Ratio Wt/foot Weight Capacity Closed Open OD Make-up Size
Pin Box Strength End End
in in ksi ft-lbs ft-lbs lbs lbs/ft lbs gal/ft gal/ft gal/ft in ft-lbs in

10 12 120 33,400 55,700 1,270,000 1.10 25.17 793 0.90 1.29 0.38 6-15/32 19,200 5-1/2

10 12 120 37,700 62,900 1,450,000 0.98 25.75 811 0.89 1.29 0.39 6-5/8 24,400 5-1/2
10 12 130 49,500 82,400 1,370,000 1.28 25.17 793 0.90 1.29 0.38 6-13/32 31,600 5-1/2
10 12 130 49,400 82,400 1,370,000 1.28 25.17 793 0.90 1.29 0.38 6-13/32 31,800 5-1/2
11 14 130 42,700 68,400 1,130,000 1.06 24.67 777 0.90 1.28 0.38 6-1/32 29,000 5-1/2
12 15 130 47,200 75,600 1,180,000 1.18 24.67 777 0.92 1.30 0.38 6-15/32 32,700 5-1/2

10 12 120 43,300 72,200 1,620,000 1.02 26.96 849 0.88 1.29 0.41 6-23/32 27,600 5-1/2
9 12 130 40,900 68,200 1,200,000 0.96 25.16 793 0.89 1.27 0.38 5-13/16 26,800 5-1/2
9 12 130 40,600 67,700 1,200,000 0.95 25.16 793 0.89 1.27 0.38 5-13/16 26,900 5-1/2
10 12 130 49,500 82,400 1,370,000 1.16 25.17 793 0.90 1.29 0.38 6-13/32 31,600 5-1/2
10 12 130 49,400 82,400 1,370,000 1.16 25.17 793 0.90 1.29 0.38 6-13/32 31,800 5-1/2
11 14 130 42,700 68,400 1,130,000 0.96 24.67 777 0.90 1.28 0.38 6-1/32 29,000 5-1/2
12 15 130 47,200 75,600 1,180,000 1.06 24.67 777 0.92 1.30 0.38 6-15/32 32,700 5-1/2

10 12 120 52,100 86,800 1,930,000 0.95 28.68 903 0.87 1.31 0.44 6-15/16 35,400 5-1/2
9 12 130 48,500 80,900 1,370,000 0.89 25.64 808 0.88 1.27 0.39 5-31/32 34,800 5-1/2
9 12 130 48,300 80,600 1,380,000 0.88 25.64 808 0.88 1.27 0.39 5-31/32 34,900 5-1/2
10 12 130 49,500 82,400 1,370,000 0.90 25.17 793 0.90 1.29 0.38 6-1/2 35,000 5-1/2
11 14 130 52,300 83,800 1,330,000 0.92 25.28 796 0.89 1.28 0.39 6-1/8 36,400 5-1/2
12 15 130 55,500 89,000 1,340,000 0.97 25.32 798 0.90 1.28 0.39 6-7/32 36,200 5-1/2
12 15 130 58,800 94,200 1,400,000 1.03 25.39 800 0.91 1.30 0.39 6-15/32 38,000 5-1/2

10 12 120 33,400 55,700 1,270,000 0.98 27.59 869 0.86 1.29 0.42 6-9/16 22,300 5-1/2

10 12 120 43,300 72,200 1,620,000 1.01 29.38 925 0.85 1.29 0.45 6-23/32 27,600 5-1/2
9 12 130 48,500 80,900 1,370,000 1.13 28.08 884 0.84 1.27 0.43 5-13/16 30,200 5-1/2
9 12 130 48,300 80,600 1,380,000 1.12 28.08 884 0.84 1.27 0.43 5-13/16 30,300 5-1/2
10 12 130 49,500 82,400 1,370,000 1.15 27.59 869 0.86 1.29 0.42 6-13/32 31,600 5-1/2
11 14 130 42,700 68,400 1,130,000 0.95 27.08 853 0.86 1.28 0.41 6-1/32 29,000 5-1/2
12 15 130 45,100 72,300 1,130,000 1.01 26.68 841 0.87 1.28 0.41 6-7/32 31,400 5-1/2
12 15 130 47,200 75,600 1,180,000 1.06 27.05 852 0.88 1.30 0.41 6-15/32 32,700 5-1/2

10 12 120 43,300 72,200 1,620,000 0.91 29.38 925 0.85 1.29 0.45 6-25/32 29,800 5-1/2
9 12 130 48,500 80,900 1,370,000 1.02 28.08 884 0.84 1.27 0.43 5-13/16 30,200 5-1/2
9 12 130 48,300 80,600 1,380,000 1.02 28.08 884 0.84 1.27 0.43 5-13/16 30,300 5-1/2
10 12 130 49,500 82,400 1,370,000 1.04 27.59 869 0.86 1.29 0.42 6-13/32 31,600 5-1/2
11 14 130 52,300 83,800 1,330,000 1.06 27.68 872 0.85 1.28 0.42 6-1/32 33,300 5-1/2
12 15 130 55,500 89,000 1,340,000 1.12 27.71 873 0.86 1.28 0.42 6-7/32 36,200 5-1/2
12 15 130 58,800 94,200 1,400,000 1.19 27.78 875 0.87 1.30 0.42 6-15/32 38,000 5-1/2

10 12 120 43,300 72,200 1,620,000 0.71 29.38 925 0.85 1.29 0.45 7-1/32 38,900 5-1/2
10 12 130 49,500 82,400 1,370,000 0.81 27.59 869 0.86 1.29 0.42 6-19/32 38,400 5-1/2
10 12 130 49,400 82,400 1,370,000 0.81 27.59 869 0.86 1.29 0.42 6-19/32 38,500 5-1/2
12 15 130 55,500 89,000 1,340,000 0.87 27.71 873 0.86 1.28 0.42 6-11/32 40,500 5-1/2
12 15 130 58,800 94,200 1,400,000 0.92 27.78 875 0.87 1.30 0.42 6-17/32 40,300 5-1/2
Drill Pipe and Tool Joint Data
Pipe Body Tool Joint
Nominal Wall Torsional Tensile
Size Weight Grade Upset Thickness ID Strength Strength Collapse Burst Connection OD ID

in ft-lbs in in ft-lbs lbs psi psi in in

5-7/8 23.40 E-75 IEU 0.361 5.153 58,600 469,000 7,450 8,060 5-1/2 FH 7 4
5-7/8 23.40 E-75 IEU 0.361 5.153 58,600 469,000 7,450 8,060 VAM Express VX50 6-5/8 4

5-7/8 23.40 X-95 IEU 0.361 5.153 74,200 594,000 8,780 10,200 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4
5-7/8 23.40 X-95 IEU 0.361 5.153 74,200 594,000 8,780 10,200 5-1/2 FH VAM CDS 7 4
5-7/8 23.40 X-95 IEU 0.361 5.153 74,200 594,000 8,780 10,200 VAM Express VX54 6-3/4 4-1/4
5-7/8 23.40 X-95 IEU 0.361 5.153 74,200 594,000 8,780 10,200 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/2

5-7/8 23.40 G-105 IEU 0.361 5.153 82,000 657,000 9,360 11,300 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4
5-7/8 23.40 G-105 IEU 0.361 5.153 82,000 657,000 9,360 11,300 5-1/2 FH VAM CDS 7 4
5-7/8 23.40 G-105 IEU 0.361 5.153 82,000 657,000 9,360 11,300 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/4

5-7/8 23.40 S-135 IEU 0.361 5.153 105,000 844,000 10,800 14,500 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 3-3/4
5-7/8 23.40 S-135 IEU 0.361 5.153 105,000 844,000 10,800 14,500 5-1/2 FH VAM CDS 7 3-3/4
5-7/8 23.40 S-135 IEU 0.361 5.153 105,000 844,000 10,800 14,500 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/4

5-7/8 26.30 E-75 IEU 0.415 5.045 65,500 534,000 9,560 9,270 5-1/2 FH 7 4
5-7/8 26.30 E-75 IEU 0.415 5.045 65,500 534,000 9,560 9,270 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4
5-7/8 26.30 E-75 IEU 0.415 5.045 65,500 534,000 9,560 9,270 5-1/2 FH VAM CDS 7 4
5-7/8 26.30 E-75 IEU 0.415 5.045 65,500 534,000 9,560 9,270 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/2

5-7/8 26.30 X-95 IEU 0.415 5.045 83,000 676,000 11,500 11,700 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4
5-7/8 26.30 X-95 IEU 0.415 5.045 83,000 676,000 11,500 11,700 5-1/2 FH VAM CDS 7 4
5-7/8 26.30 X-95 IEU 0.415 5.045 83,000 676,000 11,500 11,700 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/4

5-7/8 26.30 G-105 IEU 0.415 5.045 91,700 747,000 12,400 13,000 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4
5-7/8 26.30 G-105 IEU 0.415 5.045 91,700 747,000 12,400 13,000 5-1/2 FH VAM CDS 7 4
5-7/8 26.30 G-105 IEU 0.415 5.045 91,700 747,000 12,400 13,000 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/4

5-7/8 26.30 S-135 IEU 0.415 5.045 118,000 961,000 14,900 16,700 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 3-3/4
5-7/8 26.30 S-135 IEU 0.415 5.045 118,000 961,000 14,900 16,700 5-1/2 FH VAM CDS 7 3-3/4
5-7/8 26.30 S-135 IEU 0.415 5.045 118,000 961,000 14,900 16,700 VAM Express VX57 7-1/4 4

Notes: All drill pipes are Range 2 (31-1/2 ft shoulder to shoulder) unless otherwise specified.
API recommends a torsional ratio of 0.80 or greater.
VAM EIS®, VAM CDS™ and VAM Express™ are proprietary threads of VAM Drilling.
Tong spaces are a minimum of 2 longer than API standard.
Make-up torque values are recommended by VAM Drilling.
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Tool Joint Assembly


Tong Length Material Make-up Torsional Tensile Torsional Approx Approx Displacement Premium Nominal
Yield Torque Strength Strength Ratio Wt/foot Weight Capacity Closed Open OD Make-up Size
Pin Box Strength End End
in in ksi ft-lbs ft-lbs lbs lbs/ft lbs gal/ft gal/ft gal/ft in ft-lbs in

10 12 120 33,400 55,700 1,270,000 0.95 26.86 846 1.04 1.45 0.41 6-9/16 22,300 5-7/8
11 14 130 42,700 68,400 1,130,000 1.17 26.35 830 1.03 1.44 0.40 6-1/32 29,000 5-7/8

10 12 130 49,500 82,400 1,370,000 1.11 26.86 846 1.04 1.45 0.41 6-13/32 31,600 5-7/8
10 12 130 49,400 82,400 1,370,000 1.11 26.86 846 1.04 1.45 0.41 6-13/32 31,800 5-7/8
12 15 130 45,100 72,300 1,130,000 0.97 26.32 829 1.04 1.44 0.40 6-7/32 31,400 5-7/8
12 15 130 47,200 75,600 1,180,000 1.02 26.35 830 1.05 1.45 0.40 6-15/32 32,700 5-7/8

10 12 130 49,500 82,400 1,370,000 1.00 26.86 846 1.04 1.45 0.41 6-13/32 31,600 5-7/8
10 12 130 49,400 82,400 1,370,000 1.00 26.86 846 1.04 1.45 0.41 6-13/32 31,800 5-7/8
12 15 130 58,800 94,200 1,400,000 1.15 27.06 853 1.04 1.45 0.41 6-15/32 38,000 5-7/8

10 12 130 58,300 97,200 1,570,000 0.92 27.42 864 1.03 1.45 0.42 6-17/32 40,400 5-7/8
10 12 130 58,400 97,300 1,570,000 0.92 27.42 864 1.03 1.45 0.42 6-17/32 40,500 5-7/8
12 15 130 58,800 94,200 1,400,000 0.89 27.06 853 1.04 1.45 0.41 6-9/16 41,500 5-7/8

10 12 120 33,400 55,700 1,270,000 0.85 29.47 928 1.00 1.45 0.45 6-21/32 25,500 5-7/8
10 12 130 49,500 82,400 1,370,000 1.26 29.47 928 1.00 1.45 0.45 6-13/32 31,600 5-7/8
10 12 130 49,400 82,400 1,370,000 1.26 29.47 928 1.00 1.45 0.45 6-13/32 31,800 5-7/8
12 15 130 47,200 75,600 1,180,000 1.15 28.93 911 1.01 1.45 0.44 6-15/32 32,700 5-7/8

10 12 130 49,500 82,400 1,370,000 0.99 29.47 928 1.00 1.45 0.45 6-13/32 31,600 5-7/8
10 12 130 49,400 82,400 1,370,000 0.99 29.47 928 1.00 1.45 0.45 6-13/32 31,800 5-7/8
12 15 130 58,800 94,200 1,400,000 1.13 29.65 934 1.00 1.45 0.45 6-15/32 38,000 5-7/8

10 12 130 49,500 82,400 1,370,000 0.90 29.47 928 1.00 1.45 0.45 6-1/2 35,000 5-7/8
10 12 130 49,400 82,400 1,370,000 0.90 29.47 928 1.00 1.45 0.45 6-1/2 35,100 5-7/8
12 15 130 58,800 94,200 1,400,000 1.03 29.65 934 1.00 1.45 0.45 6-15/32 38,000 5-7/8

10 12 130 58,300 97,200 1,570,000 0.82 30.04 946 0.99 1.45 0.46 6-21/32 45,000 5-7/8
10 12 130 58,400 97,300 1,570,000 0.83 30.04 946 0.99 1.45 0.46 6-21/32 45,100 5-7/8
12 15 130 70,000 112,000 1,610,000 0.95 31.10 980 0.99 1.47 0.48 6-9/16 46,400 5-7/8
Drill Pipe and Tool Joint Data
Pipe Body Tool Joint
Nominal Wall Torsional Tensile
Size Weight Grade Upset Thickness ID Strength Strength Collapse Burst Connection OD ID

in ft-lbs in in ft-lbs lbs psi psi in in

6-5/8 25.20 E-75 IEU 0.330 5.965 70,600 489,000 4,790 6,540 6-5/8 FH 8 5

6-5/8 25.20 X-95 IEU 0.330 5.965 89,400 620,000 5,320 8,280 6-5/8 FH 8 5
6-5/8 25.20 X-95 IEU 0.330 5.965 89,400 620,000 5,320 8,280 VAM Express VX65 8 5-1/2

6-5/8 25.20 G-105 IEU 0.330 5.965 98,800 685,000 5,500 9,150 6-5/8 FH 8-1/4 4-3/4
6-5/8 25.20 G-105 IEU 0.330 5.965 98,800 685,000 5,500 9,150 6-5/8 FH VAM EIS 8 5
6-5/8 25.20 G-105 IEU 0.330 5.965 98,800 685,000 5,500 9,150 6-5/8 FH VAM CDS 8 5
6-5/8 25.20 G-105 IEU 0.330 5.965 98,800 685,000 5,500 9,150 VAM Express VX65 8 5-1/2
6-5/8 25.20 G-105 IEU 0.330 5.965 98,800 685,000 5,500 9,150 VAM Express VX69 8-1/4 5-7/8

6-5/8 25.20 S-135 IEU 0.330 5.965 127,000 881,000 6,040 11,800 6-5/8 FH 8-1/2 4-1/4
6-5/8 25.20 S-135 IEU 0.330 5.965 127,000 881,000 6,040 11,800 6-5/8 FH VAM EIS 8 5
6-5/8 25.20 S-135 IEU 0.330 5.965 127,000 881,000 6,040 11,800 6-5/8 FH VAM CDS 8 5
6-5/8 25.20 S-135 IEU 0.330 5.965 127,000 881,000 6,040 11,800 VAM Express VX65 8 5-1/2
6-5/8 25.20 S-135 IEU 0.330 5.965 127,000 881,000 6,040 11,800 VAM Express VX69 8-1/2 5-5/8

6-5/8 27.70 E-75 IEU 0.362 5.901 76,300 534,000 5,890 7,170 6-5/8 FH 8 5

6-5/8 27.70 X-95 IEU 0.362 5.901 96,600 677,000 6,760 9,080 6-5/8 FH 8-1/4 4-3/4
6-5/8 27.70 X-95 IEU 0.362 5.901 96,600 677,000 6,760 9,080 6-5/8 FH VAM EIS 8 5
6-5/8 27.70 X-95 IEU 0.362 5.901 96,600 677,000 6,760 9,080 VAM Express VX65 8 5-1/2

6-5/8 27.70 G-105 IEU 0.362 5.901 107,000 748,000 7,100 10,000 6-5/8 FH 8-1/4 4-3/4
6-5/8 27.70 G-105 IEU 0.362 5.901 107,000 748,000 7,100 10,000 6-5/8 FH VAM EIS 8 5
6-5/8 27.70 G-105 IEU 0.362 5.901 107,000 748,000 7,100 10,000 6-5/8 FH VAM CDS 8 5
6-5/8 27.70 G-105 IEU 0.362 5.901 107,000 748,000 7,100 10,000 VAM Express VX65 8 5-1/2

6-5/8 27.70 S-135 IEU 0.362 5.901 137,000 962,000 7,810 12,900 6-5/8 FH 8-1/2 4-1/4
6-5/8 27.70 S-135 IEU 0.362 5.901 137,000 962,000 7,810 12,900 6-5/8 FH VAM EIS 8 4-3/4
6-5/8 27.70 S-135 IEU 0.362 5.901 137,000 962,000 7,810 12,900 6-5/8 FH VAM CDS 8 4-3/4
6-5/8 27.70 S-135 IEU 0.362 5.901 137,000 962,000 7,810 12,900 VAM Express VX65 8-1/4 5
6-5/8 27.70 S-135 IEU 0.362 5.901 137,000 962,000 7,810 12,900 VAM Express VX69 8-1/2 5-1/2

Notes: All drill pipes are Range 2 (31-1/2 ft shoulder to shoulder) unless otherwise specified.
API recommends a torsional ratio of 0.80 or greater.
VAM EIS®, VAM CDS™ and VAM Express™ are proprietary threads of VAM Drilling.
Tong spaces are a minimum of 2 longer than API standard.
Make-up torque values are recommended by VAM Drilling.
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Tool Joint Assembly


Tong Length Material Make-up Torsional Tensile Torsional Approx Approx Displacement Premium Nominal
Yield Torque Strength Strength Ratio Wt/foot Weight Capacity Closed Open OD Make-up Size
Pin Box Strength End End
in in ksi ft-lbs ft-lbs lbs lbs/ft lbs gal/ft gal/ft gal/ft in ft-lbs in

10 13 120 43,900 73,200 1,450,000 1.04 29.25 921 1.40 1.85 0.45 7-7/16 26,800 6-5/8

10 13 120 43,900 73,200 1,450,000 0.82 29.25 921 1.40 1.85 0.45 7-5/8 35,100 6-5/8
12 17 130 66,800 107,000 1,450,000 1.20 28.76 906 1.42 1.86 0.44 7-1/2 45,100 6-5/8

10 13 120 51,300 85,500 1,680,000 0.86 30.78 970 1.39 1.86 0.47 7-11/16 38,000 6-5/8
10 13 130 64,700 108,000 1,570,000 1.09 29.25 921 1.40 1.85 0.45 7-11/32 41,500 6-5/8
10 13 130 64,700 108,000 1,570,000 1.09 29.25 921 1.40 1.85 0.45 7-11/32 41,700 6-5/8
12 17 130 66,800 107,000 1,450,000 1.08 28.76 906 1.42 1.86 0.44 7-1/2 45,100 6-5/8
12 17 130 72,500 116,000 1,500,000 1.17 28.23 889 1.45 1.88 0.43 7-27/32 49,600 6-5/8

10 13 120 65,000 108,000 2,100,000 0.85 33.01 1,040 1.37 1.87 0.50 7-29/32 48,200 6-5/8
10 13 130 64,700 108,000 1,570,000 0.85 29.25 921 1.40 1.85 0.45 7-1/2 48,800 6-5/8
10 13 130 64,700 108,000 1,570,000 0.85 29.25 921 1.40 1.85 0.45 7-1/2 49,100 6-5/8
12 17 130 66,800 107,000 1,450,000 0.84 28.76 906 1.42 1.86 0.44 7-5/8 51,300 6-5/8
12 17 130 91,800 147,000 1,790,000 1.16 30.20 951 1.43 1.89 0.46 7-27/32 58,300 6-5/8

10 13 120 43,900 73,200 1,450,000 0.96 31.05 978 1.38 1.85 0.47 7-1/2 29,600 6-5/8

10 13 120 51,300 85,500 1,680,000 0.88 32.57 1,026 1.36 1.86 0.50 7-11/16 38,000 6-5/8
10 13 130 64,700 108,000 1,570,000 1.12 31.05 978 1.38 1.85 0.47 7-11/32 41,500 6-5/8
12 17 130 66,800 107,000 1,450,000 1.11 30.52 962 1.40 1.86 0.47 7-1/2 45,100 6-5/8

10 13 120 51,300 85,500 1,680,000 0.80 32.57 1,026 1.36 1.86 0.50 7-3/4 40,900 6-5/8
10 13 130 64,700 108,000 1,570,000 1.01 31.05 978 1.38 1.85 0.47 7-11/32 41,500 6-5/8
10 13 130 64,700 108,000 1,570,000 1.01 31.05 978 1.38 1.85 0.47 7-11/32 41,700 6-5/8
12 17 130 66,800 107,000 1,450,000 1.00 30.52 962 1.40 1.86 0.47 7-1/2 45,100 6-5/8

10 13 120 65,000 108,000 2,100,000 0.79 34.80 1,096 1.34 1.87 0.53 8 52,700 6-5/8
10 13 130 78,900 131,000 1,820,000 0.96 31.78 1,001 1.36 1.85 0.49 7-7/16 52,300 6-5/8
10 13 130 79,000 132,000 1,820,000 0.96 31.78 1,001 1.36 1.85 0.49 7-7/16 52,500 6-5/8
12 17 130 92,400 148,000 1,980,000 1.08 33.27 1,048 1.37 1.88 0.51 7-17/32 54,300 6-5/8
12 17 130 96,100 154,000 1,930,000 1.12 32.44 1,022 1.40 1.89 0.50 7-27/32 58,300 6-5/8
Drill Pipe and Tool Joint Data
Pipe Body Tool Joint
Nominal Wall Torsional Tensile
Size Weight Grade Upset Thickness ID Strength Strength Collapse Burst Connection OD ID

in ft-lbs in in ft-lbs lbs psi psi in in

2-7/8 10.40 VM-105 DP MS IU 0.362 2.151 16,200 300,000 23,100 23,100 2-7/8 PAC 3-1/8 1-1/2
2-7/8 10.40 VM-105 DP MS EU 0.362 2.151 16,200 300,000 23,100 23,100 NC31 4-1/8 2
2-7/8 10.40 VM-105 DP MS IU 0.362 2.151 16,200 300,000 23,100 23,100 2-7/8 PAC VAM EIS 3-1/8 1-1/2

2-7/8 10.40 VM-95 DP S IU 0.362 2.151 14,600 272,000 20,900 20,900 2-7/8 PAC 3-1/8 1-1/2
2-7/8 10.40 VM-95 DP S EU 0.362 2.151 14,600 272,000 20,900 20,900 NC31 4-1/8 2
2-7/8 10.40 VM-105 DP S IU 0.362 2.151 16,200 300,000 23,100 23,100 2-7/8 PAC 3-1/8 1-1/2
2-7/8 10.40 VM-105 DP S EU 0.362 2.151 16,200 300,000 23,100 23,100 NC31 4-3/8 1-5/8

2-7/8 10.40 VM-95 DP SS IU 0.362 2.151 14,600 272,000 20,900 20,900 2-7/8 PAC 3-1/8 1-1/2
2-7/8 10.40 VM-95 DP SS EU 0.362 2.151 14,600 272,000 20,900 20,900 NC31 4-1/8 2
2-7/8 10.40 VM-105 DP SS IU 0.362 2.151 16,200 300,000 23,100 23,100 2-7/8 PAC 3-1/8 1-1/2
2-7/8 10.40 VM-105 DP SS EU 0.362 2.151 16,200 300,000 23,100 23,100 NC31 4-3/8 1-5/8

3-1/2 13.30 VM-105 DP MS EU 0.368 2.764 26,000 380,000 19,800 19,300 NC38 5 2-1/8
3-1/2 13.30 VM-105 DP MS EU 0.368 2.764 26,000 380,000 19,800 19,300 NC38 VAM EIS 4-7/8 2-9/16

3-1/2 13.30 VM-95 DP S EU 0.368 2.764 23,500 344,000 17,900 17,500 NC38 5 2-1/8
3-1/2 13.30 VM-105 DP S EU 0.368 2.764 26,000 380,000 19,800 19,300 NC38 5 2-1/8
3-1/2 13.30 VM-105 DP S EU 0.368 2.764 26,000 380,000 19,800 19,300 NC38 VAM EIS 4-7/8 2-9/16

3-1/2 13.30 VM-95 DP SS EU 0.368 2.764 23,500 344,000 17,900 17,500 NC38 5 2-1/8
3-1/2 13.30 VM-105 DP SS EU 0.368 2.764 26,000 380,000 19,800 19,300 NC38 5 2-1/8
3-1/2 13.30 VM-105 DP SS EU 0.368 2.764 26,000 380,000 19,800 19,300 NC38 VAM EIS 4-7/8 2-9/16

3-1/2 15.50 VM-105 DP MS EU 0.449 2.602 29,500 452,000 23,500 23,600 NC38 5 2-1/8
3-1/2 15.50 VM-105 DP MS EU 0.449 2.602 29,500 452,000 23,500 23,600 VAM Express VX38 4-3/4 2-9/16

3-1/2 15.50 VM-95 DP S EU 0.449 2.602 26,700 409,000 21,200 21,300 NC38 5 2-1/8
3-1/2 15.50 VM-105 DP S EU 0.449 2.602 29,500 452,000 23,500 23,600 NC40 5-1/4 2-9/16
3-1/2 15.50 VM-105 DP S EU 0.449 2.602 29,500 452,000 23,500 23,600 NC38 VAM EIS 4-7/8 2-9/16

3-1/2 15.50 VM-95 DP SS EU 0.449 2.602 26,700 409,000 21,200 21,300 NC38 5 2-1/8
3-1/2 15.50 VM-95 DP SS EU 0.449 2.602 26,700 409,000 21,200 21,300 NC38 VAM EIS 4-7/8 2-9/16
3-1/2 15.50 VM-105 DP SS EU 0.449 2.602 29,500 452,000 23,500 23,600 NC38 5 2-1/8
3-1/2 15.50 VM-105 DP SS EU 0.449 2.602 29,500 452,000 23,500 23,600 NC38 VAM EIS 4-7/8 2-9/16

4 14.00 VM-105 DP MS IU 0.330 3.340 32,600 400,000 15,900 15,200 NC40 5-1/2 2-7/16
4 14.00 VM-105 DP MS IU 0.330 3.340 32,600 400,000 15,900 15,200 NC38 VAM EIS 5 2-7/16

4 14.00 VM-95 DP S IU 0.330 3.340 29,500 361,000 14,400 13,700 NC40 5-1/4 2-9/16
4 14.00 VM-105 DP S EU 0.330 3.340 32,600 400,000 15,900 15,200 NC46 6 3
4 14.00 VM-105 DP S IU 0.330 3.340 32,600 400,000 15,900 15,200 NC38 VAM EIS 5 2-7/16

4 14.00 VM-95 DP SS IU 0.330 3.340 29,500 361,000 14,400 13,700 NC40 5-1/4 2-11/16
4 14.00 VM-105 DP SS EU 0.330 3.340 32,600 400,000 15,900 15,200 NC46 6 3
4 14.00 VM-105 DP SS IU 0.330 3.340 32,600 400,000 15,900 15,200 NC40 VAM EIS 5-1/4 2-9/16

4 15.70 VM-105 DP MS IU 0.380 3.240 36,100 454,000 18,100 17,500 NC40 5-1/2 2-7/16
4 15.70 VM-105 DP MS IU 0.380 3.240 36,100 454,000 18,100 17,500 VAM Express VX38 5 2-7/16

4 15.70 VM-95 DP S IU 0.380 3.240 32,700 411,000 16,300 15,800 NC40 5-3/8 2-7/16
4 15.70 VM-95 DP S IU 0.380 3.240 32,700 411,000 16,300 15,800 NC38 VAM EIS 4-7/8 2-7/16
4 15.70 VM-105 DP S IU 0.380 3.240 36,100 454,000 18,100 17,500 NC40 VAM EIS 5-1/4 2-9/16
4 15.70 VM-105 DP S IU 0.380 3.240 36,100 454,000 18,100 17,500 VAM Express VX39 5 2-11/16

4 15.70 VM-95 DP SS IU 0.380 3.240 32,700 411,000 16,300 15,800 NC40 5-3/8 2-7/16
4 15.70 VM-105 DP SS IU 0.380 3.240 36,100 454,000 18,100 17,500 NC40 VAM EIS 5-1/4 2-9/16
4 15.70 VM-105 DP SS IU 0.380 3.240 36,100 454,000 18,100 17,500 VAM Express VX39 5 2-11/16

Notes: All drill pipes are Range 2 (31-1/2 ft shoulder to shoulder) unless otherwise specified.
API recommends a torsional ratio of 0.80 or greater.
VAM EIS®, VAM CDS™ and VAM Express™ are proprietary threads of VAM Drilling.
Tong spaces are a minimum of 2 longer than API standard.
Make-up torque values are recommended by VAM Drilling.
Sour Service 2-7/8 – 4 43

Tool Joint Assembly


Tong Length Material Make-up Torsional Tensile Torsional Approx Approx Displacement Premium Nominal
Yield Torque Strength Strength Ratio Wt/foot Weight Capacity Closed Open OD Make-up Size
Pin Box Strength End End
in in ksi ft-lbs ft-lbs lbs lbs/ft lbs gal/ft gal/ft gal/ft in ft-lbs in

9 11 120 3,420 5,690 273,000 0.35 10.63 335 0.18 0.34 0.16 3-1/8 3,420 2-7/8
9 11 120 7,890 13,200 496,000 0.81 11.39 359 0.19 0.36 0.17 3-15/16 6,110 2-7/8
10 12 130 5,720 9,530 296,000 0.59 10.69 337 0.18 0.34 0.16 3-1/8 5,720 2-7/8

9 11 105 2,990 4,980 239,000 0.34 10.63 335 0.18 0.34 0.16 3-1/8 2,990 2-7/8
9 11 105 6,910 11,500 434,000 0.79 11.39 359 0.19 0.36 0.17 3-31/32 5,690 2-7/8
9 11 105 2,990 4,980 239,000 0.31 10.63 335 0.18 0.34 0.16 3-1/8 2,990 2-7/8
9 11 105 8,820 14,700 546,000 0.91 12.12 382 0.18 0.37 0.19 4 6,030 2-7/8

9 11 110 3,130 5,220 250,000 0.36 10.63 335 0.18 0.34 0.16 3-1/8 3,130 2-7/8
9 11 110 7,240 12,100 454,000 0.82 11.39 359 0.19 0.36 0.17 3-15/16 5,600 2-7/8
9 11 110 3,130 5,220 250,000 0.32 10.63 335 0.18 0.34 0.16 3-1/8 3,130 2-7/8
9 11 110 9,250 15,400 572,000 0.95 12.12 382 0.18 0.37 0.19 3-31/32 5,960 2-7/8

10 12-1/2 120 15,900 26,500 842,000 1.02 15.68 494 0.30 0.54 0.24 4-21/32 9,880 3-1/2
10 12-1/2 130 17,700 29,400 703,000 1.13 14.85 468 0.31 0.53 0.23 4-15/32 11,900 3-1/2

10 12-1/2 105 13,900 23,200 737,000 0.99 15.68 494 0.30 0.54 0.24 4-11/16 9,110 3-1/2
10 12-1/2 105 13,900 23,200 737,000 0.89 15.68 494 0.30 0.54 0.24 4-3/4 10,100 3-1/2
10 12-1/2 105 14,300 23,800 568,000 0.92 14.85 468 0.31 0.53 0.23 4-1/2 10,000 3-1/2

10 12-1/2 110 14,600 24,300 772,000 1.03 15.68 494 0.30 0.54 0.24 4-21/32 9,060 3-1/2
10 12-1/2 110 14,600 24,300 772,000 0.94 15.68 494 0.30 0.54 0.24 4-23/32 10,000 3-1/2
10 12-1/2 110 14,900 24,900 595,000 0.96 14.85 468 0.31 0.53 0.23 4-15/32 10,000 3-1/2

10 12-1/2 120 15,900 26,500 842,000 0.90 17.74 559 0.27 0.54 0.27 4-23/32 11,000 3-1/2
12 15 130 19,500 32,600 693,000 1.10 17.03 537 0.28 0.54 0.26 4-3/8 12,900 3-1/2

10 12-1/2 105 13,900 23,200 737,000 0.87 17.74 559 0.27 0.54 0.27 4-3/4 10,100 3-1/2
9 12 105 14,500 24,200 733,000 0.82 17.43 549 0.28 0.54 0.27 5 11,000 3-1/2
10 12-1/2 105 14,300 23,800 568,000 0.81 16.91 533 0.28 0.53 0.26 4-9/16 10,900 3-1/2

10 12-1/2 110 14,600 24,300 772,000 0.91 17.74 559 0.27 0.54 0.27 4-23/32 10,000 3-1/2
10 12-1/2 110 14,900 24,900 595,000 0.93 16.91 533 0.28 0.53 0.26 4-15/32 10,000 3-1/2
10 12-1/2 110 14,600 24,300 772,000 0.82 17.74 559 0.27 0.54 0.27 4-25/32 11,100 3-1/2
10 12-1/2 110 14,900 24,900 595,000 0.84 16.91 533 0.28 0.53 0.26 4-17/32 11,000 3-1/2

9 12 120 17,900 29,800 897,000 0.91 16.87 531 0.43 0.69 0.26 5 12,600 4
10 12-1/2 130 19,900 33,200 767,000 1.02 16.11 507 0.43 0.68 0.25 4-15/32 12,800 4

9 12 105 14,500 24,200 733,000 0.82 16.22 511 0.44 0.68 0.25 5-1/32 11,500 4
9 12 105 20,500 34,100 917,000 1.05 17.24 543 0.45 0.71 0.26 5-1/2 12,500 4
10 12-1/2 105 16,100 26,800 620,000 0.82 16.11 507 0.43 0.68 0.25 4-5/8 12,600 4

9 12 110 14,000 23,400 712,000 0.79 16.03 505 0.44 0.68 0.24 5 11,500 4
9 12 110 21,400 35,700 961,000 1.10 17.24 543 0.45 0.71 0.26 5-15/32 12,400 4
9 12 110 20,900 34,800 768,000 1.07 16.22 511 0.44 0.68 0.25 4-27/32 14,400 4

9 12 120 17,900 29,800 897,000 0.82 18.44 581 0.41 0.69 0.28 5-1/16 13,800 4
12 15 130 21,800 36,300 757,000 1.01 18.10 570 0.41 0.68 0.28 4-3/8 13,900 4

9 12 105 15,600 26,000 785,000 0.80 18.20 573 0.41 0.69 0.28 5-3/32 12,600 4
10 12-1/2 105 16,000 26,700 620,000 0.82 17.45 550 0.41 0.67 0.27 4-5/8 12,600 4
9 12 105 19,900 33,200 733,000 0.92 17.79 560 0.41 0.68 0.27 4-27/32 13,800 4
12 15 105 19,300 32,100 633,000 0.89 17.69 557 0.41 0.68 0.27 4-21/32 13,600 4

9 12 110 16,400 27,300 822,000 0.83 18.20 573 0.41 0.69 0.28 5-1/16 12,600 4
9 12 110 20,900 34,800 768,000 0.96 17.79 560 0.41 0.68 0.27 4-27/32 14,400 4
12 15 110 20,200 33,700 663,000 0.93 17.69 557 0.41 0.68 0.27 4-5/8 13,800 4
Drill Pipe and Tool Joint Data
Pipe Body Tool Joint
Nominal Wall Torsional Tensile
Size Weight Grade Upset Thickness ID Strength Strength Collapse Burst Connection OD ID

in ft-lbs in in ft-lbs lbs psi psi in in

4-1/2 16.60 VM-105 DP MS IEU 0.337 3.826 43,100 463,000 13,800 13,800 NC46 6-1/4 3
4-1/2 16.60 VM-105 DP MS IEU 0.337 3.826 43,100 463,000 13,800 13,800 VAM Express VX40 5-3/8 3

4-1/2 16.60 VM-95 DP S EU 0.337 3.826 39,000 419,000 12,800 12,500 NC50 6-3/8 3-1/2
4-1/2 16.60 VM-105 DP S EU 0.337 3.826 43,100 463,000 13,800 13,800 NC50 6-3/8 3-1/2

4-1/2 16.60 VM-95 DP SS EU 0.337 3.826 39,000 419,000 12,800 12,500 NC50 6-3/8 3-1/2
4-1/2 16.60 VM-105 DP SS EU 0.337 3.826 43,100 463,000 13,800 13,800 NC50 6-3/8 3-1/2

4-1/2 20.00 VM-105 DP MS EU 0.430 3.640 51,700 577,000 18,100 17,600 NC50 6-5/8 3-1/4

4-1/2 20.00 VM-95 DP S EU 0.430 3.640 46,700 522,000 16,400 15,900 NC50 6-3/8 3-1/2
4-1/2 20.00 VM-105 DP S IEU 0.430 3.640 51,700 577,000 18,100 17,600 NC46 VAM EIS 6 3

4-1/2 20.00 VM-95 DP SS EU 0.430 3.640 46,700 522,000 16,400 15,900 NC50 6-3/8 3-1/2
4-1/2 20.00 VM-105 DP SS EU 0.430 3.640 51,700 577,000 18,100 17,600 NC50 6-3/8 3-1/2

5 19.50 VM-105 DP MS IEU 0.362 4.276 57,600 554,000 13,000 13,300 NC50 6-5/8 3-1/4
5 19.50 VM-105 DP MS IEU 0.362 4.276 57,600 554,000 13,000 13,300 NC50 VAM EIS 6-1/2 3-1/2

5 19.50 VM-95 DP S IEU 0.362 4.276 52,100 501,000 12,000 12,000 NC50 6-5/8 3-1/4
5 19.50 VM-95 DP S IEU 0.362 4.276 52,100 501,000 12,000 12,000 5-1/2 FH 7 4
5 19.50 VM-105 DP S IEU 0.362 4.276 57,600 554,000 13,000 13,300 NC50 6-5/8 3-1/4
5 19.50 VM-105 DP S IEU 0.362 4.276 57,600 554,000 13,000 13,300 5-1/2 FH 7 4
5 19.50 VM-105 DP S IEU 0.362 4.276 57,600 554,000 13,000 13,300 NC50 VAM EIS 6-5/8 3-1/4

5 19.50 VM-95 DP SS IEU 0.362 4.276 52,100 501,000 12,000 12,000 NC50 6-5/8 3-1/4
5 19.50 VM-95 DP SS IEU 0.362 4.276 52,100 501,000 12,000 12,000 5-1/2 FH 7 4
5 19.50 VM-105 DP SS IEU 0.362 4.276 57,600 554,000 13,000 13,300 NC50 6-5/8 3-1/4
5 19.50 VM-105 DP SS IEU 0.362 4.276 57,600 554,000 13,000 13,300 5-1/2 FH 7 4
5 19.50 VM-105 DP SS IEU 0.362 4.276 57,600 554,000 13,000 13,300 NC50 VAM EIS 6-5/8 3-1/4

5 25.60 VM-105 DP MS IEU 0.500 4.000 73,200 742,000 18,900 18,400 NC50 6-5/8 3-1/4
5 25.60 VM-105 DP MS IEU 0.500 4.000 73,200 742,000 18,900 18,400 5-1/2 FH 7-1/4 3-1/2
5 25.60 VM-105 DP MS IEU 0.500 4.000 73,200 742,000 18,900 18,400 NC50 VAM EIS 6-3/8 3-1/2
5 25.60 VM-105 DP MS IEU 0.500 4.000 73,200 742,000 18,900 18,400 VAM Express VX46 6-1/2 3-1/4
5 25.60 VM-105 DP MS IEU 0.500 4.000 73,200 742,000 18,900 18,400 VAM Express VX50 6-5/8 3-3/4

5 25.60 VM-95 DP S IEU 0.500 4.000 66,200 672,000 17,100 16,600 NC50 VAM EIS 6-5/8 3-1/4
5 25.60 VM-105 DP S IEU 0.500 4.000 73,200 742,000 18,900 18,400 NC50 VAM EIS 6-5/8 3-1/4

5 25.60 VM-95 DP SS IEU 0.500 4.000 66,200 672,000 17,100 16,600 NC50 6-5/8 3-1/4
5 25.60 VM-95 DP SS IEU 0.500 4.000 66,200 672,000 17,100 16,600 NC50 VAM EIS 6-5/8 3-1/4
5 25.60 VM-105 DP SS IEU 0.500 4.000 73,200 742,000 18,900 18,400 NC50 VAM EIS 6-5/8 3-1/4

Notes: All drill pipes are Range 2 (31-1/2 ft shoulder to shoulder) unless otherwise specified.
API recommends a torsional ratio of 0.80 or greater.
VAM EIS®, VAM CDS™ and VAM Express™ are proprietary threads of VAM Drilling.
Tong spaces are a minimum of 2 longer than API standard.
Make-up torque values are recommended by VAM Drilling.
Sour Service 4-1/2 – 5 45

Tool Joint Assembly


Tong Length Material Make-up Torsional Tensile Torsional Approx Approx Displacement Premium Nominal
Yield Torque Strength Strength Ratio Wt/foot Weight Capacity Closed Open OD Make-up Size
Pin Box Strength End End
in in ksi ft-lbs ft-lbs lbs lbs/ft lbs gal/ft gal/ft gal/ft in ft-lbs in

9 12 120 23,400 39,000 1,050,000 0.90 19.85 625 0.57 0.88 0.30 5-19/32 16,500 4-1/2
11 14 130 25,600 42,600 818,000 0.99 18.47 582 0.57 0.85 0.28 4-31/32 19,000 4-1/2

9 12 105 23,300 38,900 971,000 1.00 19.45 613 0.59 0.88 0.30 5-15/16 15,300 4-1/2
9 12 105 23,300 38,900 971,000 0.90 19.45 613 0.59 0.88 0.30 6 16,800 4-1/2

9 12 110 24,500 40,800 1,020,000 1.04 19.45 613 0.59 0.88 0.30 5-29/32 15,200 4-1/2
9 12 110 24,500 40,800 1,020,000 0.94 19.45 613 0.59 0.88 0.30 5-31/32 16,800 4-1/2

9 12 120 30,700 51,200 1,270,000 0.99 23.83 751 0.53 0.89 0.36 6-1/32 20,100 4-1/2

9 12 105 23,300 38,900 971,000 0.83 22.76 717 0.54 0.88 0.35 6-1/32 17,600 4-1/2
9 12 105 29,000 48,300 917,000 0.93 22.61 712 0.52 0.87 0.35 5-7/16 19,600 4-1/2

9 12 110 24,500 40,800 1,020,000 0.87 22.76 717 0.54 0.88 0.35 6 17,600 4-1/2
9 12 110 24,500 40,800 1,020,000 0.79 22.76 717 0.54 0.88 0.35 6-3/32 20,100 4-1/2

9 12 120 30,700 51,200 1,270,000 0.89 23.35 735 0.71 1.07 0.36 6-3/32 21,900 5
9 12 130 40,800 67,900 1,200,000 1.18 22.56 711 0.72 1.06 0.34 5-13/16 26,800 5

9 12 105 26,900 44,800 1,110,000 0.86 23.35 735 0.71 1.07 0.36 6-1/8 20,000 5
10 12 105 29,200 48,700 1,110,000 0.93 22.84 720 0.74 1.08 0.35 6-19/32 20,400 5
9 12 105 26,900 44,800 1,110,000 0.78 23.35 735 0.71 1.07 0.36 6-7/32 22,400 5
10 12 105 29,200 48,700 1,110,000 0.85 22.84 720 0.74 1.08 0.35 6-21/32 22,300 5
9 12 105 39,200 65,300 1,110,000 1.13 23.35 735 0.71 1.07 0.36 5-13/16 24,400 5

9 12 110 28,200 46,900 1,160,000 0.90 23.35 735 0.71 1.07 0.36 6-3/32 20,100 5
10 12 110 30,600 51,000 1,160,000 0.98 22.84 720 0.74 1.08 0.35 6-9/16 20,400 5
9 12 110 28,200 46,900 1,160,000 0.81 23.35 735 0.71 1.07 0.36 6-5/32 21,800 5
10 12 110 30,600 51,000 1,160,000 0.89 22.84 720 0.74 1.08 0.35 6-5/8 22,400 5
9 12 110 41,100 68,500 1,160,000 1.19 23.35 735 0.71 1.07 0.36 5-13/16 25,500 5

9 12 120 30,700 51,200 1,270,000 0.70 28.78 907 0.63 1.07 0.44 6-9/32 27,400 5
10 12 120 43,300 72,200 1,620,000 0.99 30.06 947 0.64 1.09 0.46 6-23/32 27,600 5
9 12 130 40,600 67,700 1,200,000 0.93 27.72 873 0.64 1.06 0.42 5-27/32 27,700 5
11 14 130 47,800 76,700 1,280,000 1.05 29.13 918 0.63 1.07 0.45 5-5/8 30,000 5
11 14 130 52,300 83,800 1,330,000 1.15 28.34 893 0.64 1.08 0.43 6-1/32 33,300 5

9 12 105 39,200 65,300 1,110,000 0.99 28.78 907 0.63 1.07 0.44 5-27/32 25,100 5
9 12 105 39,200 65,300 1,110,000 0.89 28.78 907 0.63 1.07 0.44 5-15/16 27,400 5

9 12 110 28,200 46,900 1,160,000 0.71 28.78 907 0.63 1.07 0.44 6-9/32 25,200 5
9 12 110 41,100 68,500 1,160,000 1.03 28.78 907 0.63 1.07 0.44 5-13/16 25,500 5
9 12 110 41,100 68,500 1,160,000 0.94 28.78 907 0.63 1.07 0.44 5-29/32 27,900 5
Drill Pipe and Tool Joint Data
Pipe Body Tool Joint
Nominal Wall Torsional Tensile
Size Weight Grade Upset Thickness ID Strength Strength Collapse Burst Connection OD ID

in ft-lbs in in ft-lbs lbs psi psi in in

5-1/2 21.90 VM-105 DP MS IEU 0.361 4.778 71,000 612,000 10,800 12,100 5-1/2 FH 7-1/4 3-1/2
5-1/2 21.90 VM-105 DP MS IEU 0.361 4.778 71,000 612,000 10,800 12,100 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4

5-1/2 21.90 VM-95 DP S IEU 0.361 4.778 64,200 554,000 10,000 10,900 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4
5-1/2 21.90 VM-105 DP S IEU 0.361 4.778 71,000 612,000 10,800 12,100 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4
5-1/2 21.90 VM-105 DP S IEU 0.361 4.778 71,000 612,000 10,800 12,100 VAM Express VX54 6-3/4 4

5-1/2 21.90 VM-95 DP SS IEU 0.361 4.778 64,200 554,000 10,000 10,900 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4
5-1/2 21.90 VM-105 DP SS IEU 0.361 4.778 71,000 612,000 10,800 12,100 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4
5-1/2 21.90 VM-105 DP SS IEU 0.361 4.778 71,000 612,000 10,800 12,100 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/2

5-1/2 24.70 VM-105 DP MS IEU 0.415 4.670 79,200 696,000 14,000 13,900 5-1/2 FH 7-1/4 3-1/2
5-1/2 24.70 VM-105 DP MS IEU 0.415 4.670 79,200 696,000 14,000 13,900 VAM Express VX50 6-5/8 4

5-1/2 24.70 VM-95 DP S IEU 0.415 4.670 71,700 630,000 12,900 12,500 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4
5-1/2 24.70 VM-95 DP S IEU 0.415 4.670 71,700 630,000 12,900 12,500 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/4
5-1/2 24.70 VM-105 DP S IEU 0.415 4.670 79,200 696,000 14,000 13,900 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4
5-1/2 24.70 VM-105 DP S IEU 0.415 4.670 79,200 696,000 14,000 13,900 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/4

5-1/2 24.70 VM-95 DP SS IEU 0.415 4.670 71,700 630,000 12,900 12,500 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4
5-1/2 24.70 VM-95 DP SS IEU 0.415 4.670 71,700 630,000 12,900 12,500 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/4
5-1/2 24.70 VM-105 DP SS IEU 0.415 4.670 79,200 696,000 14,000 13,900 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4
5-1/2 24.70 VM-105 DP SS IEU 0.415 4.670 79,200 696,000 14,000 13,900 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/4

5-7/8 23.40 VM-105 DP MS IEU 0.361 5.153 82,000 657,000 9,360 11,300 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4
5-7/8 23.40 VM-105 DP MS IEU 0.361 5.153 82,000 657,000 9,360 11,300 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/4

5-7/8 23.40 VM-95 DP S IEU 0.361 5.153 74,200 594,000 8,780 10,200 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4
5-7/8 23.40 VM-95 DP S IEU 0.361 5.153 74,200 594,000 8,780 10,200 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/4
5-7/8 23.40 VM-105 DP S IEU 0.361 5.153 82,000 657,000 9,360 11,300 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4
5-7/8 23.40 VM-105 DP S IEU 0.361 5.153 82,000 657,000 9,360 11,300 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/4

5-7/8 23.40 VM-95 DP SS IEU 0.361 5.153 74,200 594,000 8,780 10,200 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4
5-7/8 23.40 VM-95 DP SS IEU 0.361 5.153 74,200 594,000 8,780 10,200 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/4
5-7/8 23.40 VM-105 DP SS IEU 0.361 5.153 82,000 657,000 9,360 11,300 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4
5-7/8 23.40 VM-105 DP SS IEU 0.361 5.153 82,000 657,000 9,360 11,300 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/4

5-7/8 26.30 VM-105 DP MS IEU 0.415 5.045 91,700 747,000 12,400 13,000 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4
5-7/8 26.30 VM-105 DP MS IEU 0.415 5.045 91,700 747,000 12,400 13,000 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/4

5-7/8 26.30 VM-95 DP S IEU 0.415 5.045 83,000 676,000 11,500 11,700 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4
5-7/8 26.30 VM-95 DP S IEU 0.415 5.045 83,000 676,000 11,500 11,700 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/4
5-7/8 26.30 VM-105 DP S IEU 0.415 5.045 91,700 747,000 12,400 13,000 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/4

5-7/8 26.30 VM-95 DP SS IEU 0.415 5.045 83,000 676,000 11,500 11,700 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4
5-7/8 26.30 VM-95 DP SS IEU 0.415 5.045 83,000 676,000 11,500 11,700 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/4
5-7/8 26.30 VM-105 DP SS IEU 0.415 5.045 91,700 747,000 12,400 13,000 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/4

6-5/8 25.20 VM-105 DP MS IEU 0.330 5.965 98,800 685,000 5,500 9,150 6-5/8 FH VAM EIS 8 5
6-5/8 27.70 VM-105 DP MS IEU 0.362 5.901 107,000 748,000 7,100 10,000 6-5/8 FH 8-1/4 4-3/4
6-5/8 27.70 VM-105 DP MS IEU 0.362 5.901 107,000 748,000 7,100 10,000 6-5/8 FH VAM EIS 8 5

Notes: All drill pipes are Range 2 (31-1/2 ft shoulder to shoulder) unless otherwise specified.
API recommends a torsional ratio of 0.80 or greater.
VAM EIS®, VAM CDS™ and VAM Express™ are proprietary threads of VAM Drilling.
Tong spaces are a minimum of 2 longer than API standard.
Make-up torque values are recommended by VAM Drilling.
Sour Service 5-1/2 – 6-5/8 47

Tool Joint Assembly


Tong Length Material Make-up Torsional Tensile Torsional Approx Approx Displacement Premium Nominal
Yield Torque Strength Strength Ratio Wt/foot Weight Capacity Closed Open OD Make-up Size
Pin Box Strength End End
in in ksi ft-lbs ft-lbs lbs lbs/ft lbs gal/ft gal/ft gal/ft in ft-lbs in

10 12 120 43,300 72,200 1,620,000 1.02 26.96 849 0.88 1.29 0.41 6-23/32 27,600 5-1/2
10 12 130 49,500 82,400 1,370,000 1.16 25.17 793 0.90 1.29 0.38 6-13/32 31,600 5-1/2

10 12 105 40,000 66,600 1,110,000 1.04 25.17 793 0.90 1.29 0.38 6-13/32 25,600 5-1/2
10 12 105 40,000 66,600 1,110,000 0.94 25.17 793 0.90 1.29 0.38 6-15/32 27,400 5-1/2
12 15 105 44,900 71,900 1,080,000 1.01 25.32 798 0.90 1.28 0.39 6-7/32 29,200 5-1/2

10 12 110 41,900 69,800 1,160,000 1.09 25.17 793 0.90 1.29 0.38 6-13/32 26,800 5-1/2
10 12 110 41,900 69,800 1,160,000 0.98 25.17 793 0.90 1.29 0.38 6-7/16 27,700 5-1/2
12 15 110 39,900 64,000 998,000 0.90 24.67 777 0.92 1.30 0.38 6-1/2 28,600 5-1/2

10 12 120 43,300 72,200 1,620,000 0.91 29.38 925 0.85 1.29 0.45 6-25/32 29,800 5-1/2
11 14 130 42,700 68,400 1,130,000 0.86 27.08 853 0.86 1.28 0.41 6-3/32 31,000 5-1/2

10 12 105 40,000 66,600 1,110,000 0.93 27.59 869 0.86 1.29 0.42 6-15/32 27,400 5-1/2
12 15 105 47,500 76,100 1,130,000 1.06 27.78 875 0.87 1.30 0.42 6-15/32 30,700 5-1/2
10 12 105 40,000 66,600 1,110,000 0.84 27.59 869 0.86 1.29 0.42 6-9/16 30,100 5-1/2
12 15 105 47,500 76,100 1,130,000 0.96 27.78 875 0.87 1.30 0.42 6-1/2 31,600 5-1/2

10 12 110 41,900 69,800 1,160,000 0.97 27.59 869 0.86 1.29 0.42 6-7/16 27,700 5-1/2
12 15 110 49,700 79,700 1,190,000 1.11 27.78 875 0.87 1.30 0.42 6-15/32 32,100 5-1/2
10 12 110 41,900 69,800 1,160,000 0.88 27.59 869 0.86 1.29 0.42 6-17/32 30,600 5-1/2
12 15 110 49,700 79,700 1,190,000 1.01 27.78 875 0.87 1.30 0.42 6-15/32 32,100 5-1/2

10 12 130 49,500 82,400 1,370,000 1.00 26.86 846 1.04 1.45 0.41 6-13/32 31,600 5-7/8
12 15 130 58,800 94,200 1,400,000 1.15 27.06 853 1.04 1.45 0.41 6-15/32 38,000 5-7/8

10 12 105 40,000 66,600 1,110,000 0.90 26.86 846 1.04 1.45 0.41 6-1/2 28,300 5-7/8
12 15 105 47,500 76,100 1,130,000 1.02 27.06 853 1.04 1.45 0.41 6-15/32 30,700 5-7/8
10 12 105 40,000 66,600 1,110,000 0.81 26.86 846 1.04 1.45 0.41 6-19/32 31,000 5-7/8
12 15 105 47,500 76,100 1,130,000 0.93 27.06 853 1.04 1.45 0.41 6-17/32 32,600 5-7/8

10 12 110 41,900 69,800 1,160,000 0.94 26.86 846 1.04 1.45 0.41 6-15/32 28,700 5-7/8
12 15 110 49,700 79,700 1,190,000 1.07 27.06 853 1.04 1.45 0.41 6-15/32 32,100 5-7/8
10 12 110 41,900 69,800 1,160,000 0.85 26.86 846 1.04 1.45 0.41 6-9/16 31,500 5-7/8
12 15 110 49,700 79,700 1,190,000 0.97 27.06 853 1.04 1.45 0.41 6-1/2 33,100 5-7/8

10 12 130 49,500 82,400 1,370,000 0.90 29.47 928 1.00 1.45 0.45 6-1/2 35,000 5-7/8
12 15 130 58,800 94,200 1,400,000 1.03 29.65 934 1.00 1.45 0.45 6-15/32 38,000 5-7/8

10 12 105 40,000 66,600 1,110,000 0.80 29.47 928 1.00 1.45 0.45 6-5/8 31,900 5-7/8
12 15 105 47,500 76,100 1,130,000 0.92 29.65 934 1.00 1.45 0.45 6-17/32 32,600 5-7/8
12 15 105 47,500 76,100 1,130,000 0.83 29.65 934 1.00 1.45 0.45 6-21/32 36,400 5-7/8

10 12 110 41,900 69,800 1,160,000 0.84 29.47 928 1.00 1.45 0.45 6-9/16 31,500 5-7/8
12 15 110 49,700 79,700 1,190,000 0.96 29.65 934 1.00 1.45 0.45 6-1/2 33,100 5-7/8
12 15 110 49,700 79,700 1,190,000 0.87 29.65 934 1.00 1.45 0.45 6-19/32 36,100 5-7/8

10 13 130 64,700 108,000 1,570,000 1.09 29.25 921 1.40 1.85 0.45 7-11/32 41,500 6-5/8
10 13 120 51,300 85,500 1,680,000 0.80 32.57 1,026 1.36 1.86 0.50 7-3/4 40,900 6-5/8
10 13 130 64,700 108,000 1,570,000 1.01 31.05 978 1.38 1.85 0.47 7-11/32 41,500 6-5/8
Drill Pipe and Tool Joint Data
Pipe Body Tool Joint
Nominal Wall Torsional Tensile
Size Weight Grade Upset Thickness ID Strength Strength Collapse Burst Connection OD ID

in ft-lbs in in ft-lbs lbs psi psi in in

HIGH-STRENGTH DRILL PIPE


5 25.60 VM-140 IEU 0.500 4.000 97,500 990,000 25,200 24,500 NC50 VAM EIS 6-5/8 3-1/4
5-1/2 24.70 VM-140 IEU 0.415 4.670 106,000 928,000 17,500 18,500 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 3-3/4
5-1/2 24.70 VM-140 IEU 0.415 4.670 106,000 928,000 17,500 18,500 VAM EXPRESS VX57 7 4-1/4
5-7/8 26.30 VM-140 IEU 0.415 5.045 122,000 997,000 15,300 17,300 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7-1/4 3-3/4
5-7/8 26.30 VM-140 IEU 0.415 5.045 122,000 997,000 15,300 17,300 VAM EXPRESS VX57 7-1/4 4
6-5/8 27.70 VM-140 IEU 0.362 5.901 142,000 997,000 7,880 13,400 6-5/8 FH VAM EIS 8 4-3/4
6-5/8 27.70 VM-140 IEU 0.362 5.901 142,000 997,000 7,880 13,400 VAM EXPRESS VX65 8-1/4 5

5 19.50 VM-150 IEU 0.362 4.276 82,300 791,000 16,900 19,000 NC50 VAM EIS 6-3/4 3-1/4
5-1/2 24.70 VM-150 IEU 0.415 4.670 113,000 994,000 18,400 19,800 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7-1/4 3-3/4
5-1/2 24.70 VM-150 IEU 0.415 4.670 113,000 994,000 18,400 19,800 VAM EXPRESS VX57 7-1/4 4
5-7/8 26.30 VM-150 IEU 0.415 5.045 131,000 1,070,000 16,000 18,500 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7-1/4 3-3/4
5-7/8 26.30 VM-150 IEU 0.415 5.045 131,000 1,070,000 16,000 18,500 VAM EXPRESS VX57 7-1/4 4
6-5/8 27.70 VM-150 IEU 0.362 5.901 153,000 1,070,000 7,970 14,300 6-5/8 FH VAM EIS 8 4-3/4
6-5/8 27.70 VM-150 IEU 0.362 5.901 153,000 1,070,000 7,970 14,300 VAM EXPRESS VX65 8-1/4 5
6-5/8 27.70 VM-150 IEU 0.362 5.901 153,000 1,070,000 7,970 14,300 VAM EXPRESS VX69 8-1/2 5-1/2

5-1/2 24.70 VM-165 IEU 0.415 4.670 124,000 1,090,000 19,600 21,800 VAM EXPRESS VX57 7-1/4 4
5-7/8 26.30 VM-165 IEU 0.415 5.045 144,000 1,170,000 16,900 20,400 VAM EXPRESS VX57 7-1/4 4
6-5/8 – VM-165 IEU 0.500 5.625 218,000 1,590,000 19,600 21,800 VAM EXPRESS VX65 8-1/2 4-1/2

LIGHT WALL DRILL


4 14.00 VM-150 IU 0.330 3.340 46,600 571,000 21,900 21,700 VAM EXPRESS VX39 5-1/4 2-3/4
4 14.00 VM-150 IU 0.330 3.340 46,600 571,000 21,900 21,700 VAM EXPRESS VX40 5-1/4 2-3/4
5 – VM-150 IEU 0.300 4.400 70,900 664,000 10,700 15,800 VAM EXPRESS VX50 6-5/8 3-3/4
5-1/2 21.90 VM-150 IEU 0.361 4.778 101,000 874,000 13,500 17,200 VAM EXPRESS VX57 7-1/4 4
5-7/8 – VM-150 IEU 0.320 5.235 106,000 838,000 7,880 14,300 VAM EXPRESS VX57 7-1/4 3-7/8
6-5/8 25.20 VM-150 IEU 0.330 5.965 141,000 979,000 6,260 13,100 VAM EXPRESS VX69 8-1/2 5-1/4

5 – VM-165 IEU 0.300 4.400 77,900 731,000 11,000 17,300 VAM EXPRESS VX50 6-5/8 3-3/4
5-1/2 21.90 VM-165 IEU 0.361 4.778 112,000 962,000 14,100 19,000 VAM EXPRESS VX57 7-1/4 4
5-7/8 – VM-165 IEU 0.320 5.235 117,000 921,000 8,090 15,700 VAM EXPRESS VX57 7-1/4 3-7/8
6-5/8 25.20 VM-165 IEU 0.330 5.965 155,000 1,080,000 6,390 14,400 VAM EXPRESS VX69 8-1/2 5-1/4

Notes: All drill pipes are Range 2 (31-1/2 ft shoulder to shoulder) unless otherwise specified. API recommends a torsional ratio of 0.80 or greater.
VAM EIS®, VAM CDS™ and VAM Express™ are proprietary threads of VAM Drilling. Tong spaces are a minimum of 2 longer than API standard.
Make-up torque values are recommended by VAM Drilling.

Light Wall Drill Pipe

Wall Light wall drill pipes have reduced


wall thickness, allowing for a
Thickness

ERD larger ID while maintaining the


Configurations same OD as standard drill pipes.
API
Light wall parameters are used in
Configurations

drilling conditions where reduced


drill string weight is needed.
Lightwall
Reducing wall thickness also
Configurations

improves hydraulic programs,


Grade making it easier to reach drilling
targets efficiently.
High Performance 5 – 6-5/8 49

Tool Joint Assembly


Tong Length Material Make-up Torsional Tensile Torsional Approx Approx Displacement Premium Nominal
Yield Torque Strength Strength Ratio Wt/foot Weight Capacity Closed Open OD Make-up Size
Pin Box Strength End End
in in ksi ft-lbs ft-lbs lbs lbs/ft lbs gal/ft gal/ft gal/ft in ft-lbs in

9 12 130 48,500 80,900 1,370,000 0.83 28.78 907 0.63 1.07 0.44 6-1/32 36,700 5
10 12 130 58,300 97,200 1,570,000 0.92 28.17 887 0.85 1.29 0.43 6-17/32 40,400 5-1/2
12 15 130 58,800 94,200 1,400,000 0.89 27.78 875 0.87 1.30 0.42 6-9/16 41,500 5-1/2
10 12 130 59,500 99,100 1,570,000 0.81 30.71 967 0.99 1.46 0.47 6-11/16 46,200 5-7/8
12 15 130 70,000 112,000 1,610,000 0.92 31.10 980 0.99 1.47 0.48 6-5/8 48,700 5-7/8
10 13 130 78,900 131,000 1,820,000 0.92 31.78 1,001 1.36 1.85 0.49 7-1/2 55,300 6-5/8
12 17 130 92,400 148,000 1,980,000 1.04 33.27 1,048 1.37 1.88 0.51 7-19/32 57,400 6-5/8

9 12 130 48,700 81,200 1,370,000 0.99 23.65 745 0.71 1.07 0.36 5-27/32 31,100 5
10 12 130 59,500 99,100 1,570,000 0.88 28.83 908 0.85 1.29 0.44 6-19/32 42,700 5-1/2
12 15 130 70,000 112,000 1,610,000 0.99 29.24 921 0.86 1.31 0.45 6-17/32 45,200 5-1/2
10 13 130 59,500 99,100 1,570,000 0.76 30.91 974 0.99 1.46 0.47 6-25/32 49,700 5-7/8
12 15 130 70,000 112,000 1,610,000 0.86 31.10 980 0.99 1.47 0.48 6-23/32 52,400 5-7/8
10 13 130 78,900 131,000 1,820,000 0.86 31.78 1,001 1.36 1.85 0.49 7-9/16 58,300 6-5/8
12 17 130 92,400 148,000 1,980,000 0.97 33.27 1,048 1.37 1.88 0.51 7-21/32 60,600 6-5/8
12 17 130 96,100 154,000 1,930,000 1.01 32.44 1,022 1.40 1.89 0.50 7-29/32 61,800 6-5/8

12 15 135 72,600 116,000 1,680,000 0.94 29.24 921 0.86 1.31 0.45 6-19/32 49,400 5-1/2
12 15 135 72,600 116,000 1,680,000 0.81 31.10 980 0.99 1.47 0.48 6-25/32 56,900 5-7/8
12 17 135 111,000 178,000 2,560,000 0.82 43.32 1,365 1.23 1.89 0.66 8-1/16 85,300 6-5/8

12 15 135 23,500 39,100 777,000 0.84 16.58 522 0.44 0.69 0.25 4-11/16 17,500 4
12 15 135 29,000 48,400 1,000,000 1.04 16.58 522 0.44 0.69 0.25 4-31/32 22,400 4
11 14 130 52,300 83,800 1,330,000 1.18 20.45 644 0.76 1.08 0.31 6-1/32 33,300 5
12 15 130 70,000 112,000 1,610,000 1.10 26.86 846 0.90 1.31 0.41 6-15/32 42,900 5-1/2
12 15 130 72,900 117,000 1,710,000 1.10 26.86 846 1.06 1.47 0.41 6-15/32 42,900 5-7/8
C

12 17 130 96,100 154,000 2,210,000 1.09 31.62 996 1.41 1.89 0.48 7-27/32 58,300 6-5/8

11 14 135 54,300 87,000 1,380,000 1.12 20.45 644 0.76 1.08 0.31 6-1/32 34,600 5
12 15 135 72,600 116,000 1,680,000 1.04 26.86 846 0.90 1.31 0.41 6-15/32 44,500 5-1/2
12 15 135 75,700 121,000 1,780,000 1.04 26.86 846 1.06 1.47 0.41 6-17/32 46,900 5-7/8
12 17 135 99,800 160,000 2,290,000 1.03 31.62 996 1.41 1.89 0.48 7-7/8 62,400 6-5/8

ERD (Extended Reach Drilling)

ERD configurations allow drilling into reservoirs


where vertical access is difficult or impossible
(onshore/offshore). With ERD product
configurations, it is possible to reach oil/gas-
bearing formations or pockets that are
Shallow

uneconomic to develop with standard API


products. ERD allows multiple subsurface
Very Long

locations to be reached using only one drilling


pad, which reduces the environmental impact.
S-Turn
Catenary

ERD configurations allow the drilling of:


Very shallow – high build rate (>6°/100ft);
Complex
■ Build & Hold

■ Very long – high angle (>55°);


■ Complex well design – turns, drops, etc.; and
■ Deepwater – >3,000ft.
Drill Pipe Performance Datasheet
Overview
The Drill Pipe Performance Datasheet is an This document provides key characteristics such as
easy-to-use document summarizing the performances tensile strength, torsional strength, and make-up
and other technical characteristics of drill pipes torque range, as well as other product-specific
manufactured by VAM Drilling. performance data.

An overview of some additional information Load Chart


available in the Drill Pipe Performance Datasheet
is shown below. Tension

Useful datasheet definitions: Tensile Yield of Tool Joint

Premium Tool Joint OD: The actual tool joint OD

Box Yield
to meet 0.80 torsional ratio of a premium pipe, or

the specific tool joint OD determined by the initial


connection OD. Operation Zone

Torsional Ratio: The ratio of the connection


for Tool Joint
Torque

torsional strength divided by the pipe body



New Recommended Torsional Yield
Make-up Torque of Tool Joint

torsional strength. API recommends a ratio


of 0.80 or larger. Elevator Capacity
Balance OD: The tool joint OD where the yield of
the box is equal to the yield of the pin for a given

Tension

tool joint ID. Tool Joint Tensile Capacity

Load Chart: Chart used to determine the For Elev

operation zone for tool joint in tension and torque.


■ a giv ator
en e Cap
leva acit
tor g y
rade

Elevator Capacity: Chart used to determine the


and
elev
ator
Pipe Tensile Capacities ID

elevator capacity, assuming a 1.1 safety factor.


Tool Joint

Wear Chart: Chart used to determine the


New TJ Wear TJ OD

recommended make-up torque for worn products.



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Drill Pipe
Product Description
Inquiry Form
ITEM 1 2 3 4
Quantity – units/footage – feet
Nominal OD – inches
Nominal weight – lbs/ft
Nominal wall thickness – inches
Minimum wall thickness – %
PIPE

Pipe grade
Range ❏2 ❏3 ❏2 ❏3 ❏2 ❏3 ❏2 ❏3
Type of upset
Connection
Minimum internal upset – miu
Box TJ OD – inches
Box TJ ID – inches
Box tong length – inches
Box taper – degrees ❏ 18° ❏ 90° ❏ 18° ❏ 90° ❏ 18° ❏ 90° ❏ 18° ❏ 90°
Box hardbanding type
Box hardbanding length – inches
Box hardbanding application
Box taper hardbanding ❏ With ❏ Without ❏ With ❏ Without ❏ With ❏ Without ❏ With ❏ Without
Make-and-break ❏ With ❏ Without ❏ With ❏ Without ❏ With ❏ Without ❏ With ❏ Without
TOOL JOINTS

Pin TJ OD – inches
Pin TJ ID – inches
Pin tong length – inches
Pin taper – degrees ❏ 18° ❏ 35° ❏ 90° ❏ 18° ❏ 35° ❏ 90° ❏ 18° ❏ 35° ❏ 90° ❏ 18° ❏ 35° ❏ 90°
Pin hardbanding type
Pin hardbanding application
Pin hardbanding length – inches
Pin marking
Cold rolling threads ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No
Thread protector type (pressed steel, plastic)
External coating
Internal Plastic Coating
Tolerance on quantity
Applicable specification (API, DS1, NS1, etc.)
GENERAL

Packing
Comments
Heavy Weight Drill Pipe (HWDP)
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Gradual Transition and Weight in Complex Wells

VAM Drilling heavy weight drill pipe (HWDP) provides


a gradual transition from flexible drill pipe to heavy
rigid drill collars. This gradual change significantly
reduces the stress concentration which would
otherwise occur. Because HWDP is stiffer than drill
pipe, it simplifies directional control and reduces
fatigue problems associated with non-conventional
and high-angle drilling. HWDP is most commonly
used in directional drilling, where it also helps to
control torque and prevent differential sticking. The
three-point contact profile reduces drag, and the
center upset prevents excessive buckling.
HWDP provides a gradual transition from drill pipe to
drill collars.
Heavy Weight Drill Pipe (HWDP)
Gradual Transition and Weight in Complex Wells
VAM Drilling heavy weight drill pipe
(HWDP) assembly consists of a tool
joint (pin and box) and a thick-walled
tube with a raised central section.
21” Min VAM Drilling HWDP incorporates
the following features.

General Properties
Standard
■ Pipe body OD from 2-7/8” to 6-5/8”; Hardbanding on HWDP protects
Welded construction; the tool joint and the central body
and minimizes casing wear.

■ Slick construction;
Central upset with two bands HWDP properties meet or exceed
totalling 3” of hardbanding material API 7.1 and ISO 10424:2004

to protect casing and prevent wear; specification requirements.


and
Standard service steel grades
(AISI 1340 pipe body, AISI 4145H-

modified tool joints).


25” Tool Joint Properties
Options Standard
31’

Manufacturing from an integral Extra-length tool joints permit


solid bar; maximum re-cut capability;
■ ■

■ Spiraling; ■ API connections;


Sour Service steel grades (VM-65 Enhanced fatigue resistance
HW MS or VM-110 HW MS); (threads cold rolled, pin relief
■ ■

groove and box bore-back on


Non-magnetic steel grade for
API standard connections);
compressive service drill pipe

(Amagnit™ 501); and 4” of casing-friendly hardbanding


on pin OD and box OD, plus 1”

Internal Plastic Coating.


flush on the box taper and 2 x 3”

on center wear pad; and


Phosphate-coating on threads
and shoulders to prevent galling.

27” Min Options

High-performance VAM®
connections (VAM EIS®,

VAM Express™).
Heavy Weight Spiral Drill Pipe (HWSP)
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Heavy weight spiral drill pipe (HWSP) from VAM Drilling is designed for tough drilling environments in vertical and
directional wells. For vertical wells VAM Drilling’s HWSP is a transition member, while in directional wells it serves
as a weight member and provides additional stiffness to prevent buckling. The HWSP design employs many of
the same features as VAM Drilling’s heavy weight drill pipe. All sizes are manufactured by friction welding a tool
joint on each end of a specially machined heavy wall pipe.

The pipe body has an enlarged center


section with three spiral grooves and
incorporates all features of the
conventional HWDP with the
following additional advantages:
■ Increased weight and stiffness;

Reduced buckling and differential


sticking;

■ Improved torque and drag control; and

Better hole cleaning.


Spiraling helps to reduce

differential sticking and


improves hole cleaning.
Materials

Conventional heavy weight drill resistance to sulfide stress cracking.


pipe (HWDP) from VAM Drilling is The mechanical properties of
supplied with AISI 1340 steel or ERS 425 meet or exceed the
equivalent in the pipe body and AISI requirements of API Specification
VAM Drilling provides 4145H modified tool joints. VAM 7.1 and ISO 10424:2004. In NACE
HWDP in standard,
Drilling HWDP is normally provided test TM 0177, the resistance of
Sour Service or
non-magnetic grades. with welded tool joints, but an integral ERS 425 to sulfide stress cracking
version can be supplied on request. significantly surpasses the resistance
of AISI 4145H-modified steel. VAM
For Sour Service Drilling’s ERS 425 HWDP continues
applications, VAM to provide superior performance in
Drilling’s ERS 425™ Sour Service applications around
proprietary grade the world.
has been developed
to provide bottomhole In addition, VAM Drilling supplies
assembly (BHA) special non-magnetic HWDP
products with improved impact (Amagnit™ 501) for extreme service
strength, fracture toughness and or directional drilling applications.
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Heavy Weight Drill Pipe Material

Heavy Weight Yield Ultimate Reduction Hardness Hardness Min Avg


Specification Construction Drill Pipe Strength Strength Elongation of Area (Brinell) Min/Max Charpy
Material Min/Max (ksi) Min/Max (ksi) (%) (%) (HB) (HRc) (ft-lbs @+20°C)

Standard Welded Tool Joint: 100/– 135/– 13 45 285/340 – 41


AISI 4145H 110/– 140/–

Pipe Body: 55/– 95/– 18 – – –/22 31


AISI 1340 Mod Tube

Integral AISI 110/– 140/– 13 45 285/340 – 41


4145H Bar

Sour Service Welded Tool Joint: 100/– 135/– 13 45 285/340 –/36 48


(VM-65 HW MS) ERS 425™ 110/– 140/–

Pipe Body: 65/– 95/– 18 – – –/22 31


AISI 1340 Mod Tube

Integral Integral 100/– 135/– 13 45 285/340 –/36 48


(VM-110 HW MS) ERS 425™ 110/– 140/–

Non-magnetic Integral Amagnit™ 501 112/116 130/135 25 50 275/– – 73


Heavy Weight Drill Pipe (HWDP)
Manufacturing Flow Chart (Welded Construction)

Central Body

Tool Joint

Heat Straightening
Treatment Threading
Cutting

Boring

Internal Finishing and Central Body


Shipping Plastic Coating Final Inspection Hardbanding
(optional) (optional)
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Heavy weight drill pipe is manufactured to customer requirements and,
where applicable, to specifications such as API, ISO, NS1, DS1, etc.
It is inspected 100% after completion.

Straightening
Heat Treated
Tube ASSEMBLY

Friction
Welding

Hardbanding Cold Rolling Phos Coating


(optional)

Machining Ultrasonic Inspection Heat Flash


Magnetic Particle Inspection Treatment Removal
Hardness Check of Weld
Heavy Weight Drill Pipe Data
Pipe Body Tool Joint
Tube Tube Central Tube Torsional Tensile TJ TJ TJ
OD Construction ID Upset Ø Yield Strength Strength Connection OD ID Yield

in in in ksi ft-lbs lbs in in ksi

2-7/8 Integral 1-1/2 3-3/8 110 22,900 520,000 2-7/8 PAC 3-1/8 1-1/2 110
2-7/8 Integral 1-1/2 3-3/8 110 22,900 520,000 VAM Express VX24 3-1/8 1-1/2 110
2-7/8 Integral 1-1/2 3-3/8 110 22,900 520,000 NC26 3-5/8 1-1/2 110
2-7/8 Integral 1-1/2 3-3/8 110 22,900 520,000 NC26 VAM EIS 3-5/8 1-1/2 110
2-7/8 Integral 1-1/2 3-3/8 110 22,900 520,000 VAM Express VX26 3-1/2 1-1/2 110
2-7/8 Integral 1-1/2 3-3/8 110 22,900 520,000 VAM Express VX26 3-5/8 1-1/2 110
2-7/8 Integral 2 3-3/8 110 18,900 369,000 VAM Express VX28 3-1/2 2 110
2-7/8 Integral 2 3-3/8 110 18,900 369,000 VAM Express VX28 3-5/8 2 110
2-7/8 Integral 2-1/16 3-3/8 110 18,100 347,000 NC31 4-1/8 2-1/16 110
2-7/8 Integral 2-1/16 3-3/8 110 18,100 347,000 NC31 VAM EIS 4-1/8 2-1/16 110
2-7/8 Integral 2-1/16 3-3/8 110 18,100 347,000 VAM Express VX31 4 2-1/16 110
2-7/8 Integral 2-1/8 3-3/8 110 17,300 324,000 2-7/8 OH 3-7/8 2-1/8 110
2-7/8 Integral 2-1/8 3-3/8 110 17,300 324,000 2-7/8 SL H-90 4 2-1/8 110
2-7/8 Integral 2-1/8 3-3/8 110 17,300 324,000 2-7/8 SL H-90 4-1/8 2-1/8 110
2-7/8 Integral 2-1/8 3-3/8 110 17,300 324,000 NC31 4-1/8 2-1/8 110
2-7/8 Integral 2-1/8 3-3/8 110 17,300 324,000 VAM Express VX31 4-1/8 2-1/8 110
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/16 4 55 19,600 345,000 NC31 4-1/8 2-1/16 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/16 4 55 19,600 345,000 NC31 VAM EIS 4-1/8 2-1/16 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/16 4 55 19,600 345,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-11/16 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/16 4 55 19,600 345,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-1/16 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/16 4 55 19,600 345,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-1/8 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/16 4 55 19,600 345,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-3/16 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/16 4 55 19,600 345,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-1/4 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/16 4 55 19,600 345,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-5/16 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/16 4 55 19,600 345,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-3/8 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/16 4 55 19,600 345,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-7/16 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/16 4 55 19,600 345,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-9/16 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/16 4 55 19,600 345,000 NC38 5 2-7/16 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/16 4 55 19,600 345,000 VAM Express VX38 4-5/8 2-3/4 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/16 4 55 19,600 345,000 VAM Express VX38 4-3/4 2-3/4 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/16 4 55 19,600 345,000 NC38 5 2-1/4 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/16 4 55 19,600 345,000 NC38 VAM EIS 4-3/4 2-9/16 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/16 4 55 19,600 345,000 NC38 5 2-1/8 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/16 4 55 19,600 345,000 NC38 5 2-1/16 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/16 4 55 19,600 345,000 NC38 VAM EIS 4-3/4 2-1/4 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/16 4 55 19,600 345,000 VAM Express VX39 4-7/8 2-13/16 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/16 4 55 19,600 345,000 NC38 VAM EIS 4-3/4 2-1/16 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/16 4 55 19,600 345,000 VAM Express VX39 4-7/8 2-11/16 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/4 4 55 18,500 310,000 NC31 4-1/8 2-1/16 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/4 4 55 18,500 310,000 NC31 VAM EIS 4-1/8 2-1/16 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/4 4 55 18,500 310,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-11/16 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/4 4 55 18,500 310,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-1/16 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/4 4 55 18,500 310,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-1/8 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/4 4 55 18,500 310,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-3/16 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/4 4 55 18,500 310,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-1/4 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/4 4 55 18,500 310,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-5/16 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/4 4 55 18,500 310,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-3/8 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/4 4 55 18,500 310,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-7/16 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/4 4 55 18,500 310,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-9/16 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/4 4 55 18,500 310,000 NC38 5 2-7/16 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/4 4 55 18,500 310,000 VAM Express VX38 4-3/4 2-3/4 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/4 4 55 18,500 310,000 NC38 5 2-1/4 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/4 4 55 18,500 310,000 NC38 VAM EIS 4-3/4 2-9/16 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/4 4 55 18,500 310,000 NC38 5 2-1/8 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/4 4 55 18,500 310,000 NC38 5 2-1/16 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/4 4 55 18,500 310,000 NC38 VAM EIS 4-3/4 2-1/4 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/4 4 55 18,500 310,000 VAM Express VX39 4-7/8 2-13/16 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/4 4 55 18,500 310,000 NC38 VAM EIS 4-3/4 2-1/16 120
3-1/2 Welded 2-1/4 4 55 18,500 310,000 VAM Express VX39 4-7/8 2-11/16 120
2-7/8” – 3-1/2” 61

Tool Joint Slick Spiraled


Recommended Torsional Tensile Box Pin Central Total Weight Unspiraled Total Weight
Make-Up Strength Strength Length Length Upset Weight per foot Upset Weight per foot
Torque Length Length
ft-lbs ft-lbs lbs in in in lbs lbs/ft in lbs lbs/ft

4,150 5,220 250,000 21 27 24 532 17.26 25 634 20.60


4,630 8,150 262,000 21 27 24 527 17.24 25 630 20.60
4,670 8,220 358,000 21 27 24 565 18.38 25 668 21.72
6,560 11,500 358,000 21 27 24 564 18.36 25 666 21.71
7,650 12,800 361,000 21 27 24 551 18.03 25 654 21.39
7,650 12,800 361,000 21 27 24 560 18.32 25 663 21.68
5,610 9,350 318,000 21 27 24 408 13.36 25 511 16.72
6,820 11,400 318,000 21 27 24 417 13.64 25 520 17.00
6,500 11,400 432,000 21 27 24 440 14.33 25 543 17.68
8,830 15,500 432,000 21 27 24 438 14.30 25 541 17.65
10,100 16,900 437,000 21 27 24 424 13.89 25 527 17.25
4,690 8,260 328,000 21 27 24 399 12.98 25 502 16.32
6,050 10,600 362,000 21 27 24 409 13.31 25 512 16.65
6,050 10,600 362,000 21 27 24 420 13.66 25 523 17.00
6,140 10,800 410,000 21 27 24 419 13.63 25 521 16.98
9,910 16,500 414,000 21 27 24 413 13.53 25 516 16.89
7,490 12,500 472,000 21 27 24 729 23.75 25 859 27.98
10,200 17,000 472,000 21 27 24 728 23.74 25 857 27.97
10,800 18,100 587,000 21 27 24 785 25.60 25 915 29.83
11,500 19,200 867,000 21 27 24 785 25.60 25 915 29.83
11,500 19,200 842,000 21 27 24 785 25.60 25 915 29.83
11,500 19,200 817,000 21 27 24 785 25.60 25 915 29.83
11,500 19,200 791,000 21 27 24 785 25.60 25 915 29.83
11,500 19,200 764,000 21 27 24 785 25.60 25 915 29.83
11,500 19,200 736,000 21 27 24 785 25.60 25 915 29.83
11,500 19,200 708,000 21 27 24 785 25.60 25 915 29.83
11,500 19,200 649,000 21 27 24 785 25.60 25 915 29.83
13,200 22,000 708,000 21 27 24 811 26.44 25 941 30.67
14,600 24,300 546,000 21 27 24 765 25.09 25 895 29.34
14,700 24,500 546,000 21 27 24 777 25.48 25 907 29.73
14,900 24,800 791,000 21 27 24 811 26.44 25 941 30.67
15,700 26,100 649,000 21 27 24 783 25.56 25 912 29.80
15,900 26,500 842,000 21 27 24 811 26.44 25 941 30.67
16,100 26,800 867,000 21 27 24 811 26.44 25 941 30.67
17,800 29,600 791,000 21 27 24 783 25.56 25 912 29.80
18,500 30,900 658,000 21 27 24 790 25.89 25 920 30.14
18,900 31,400 867,000 21 27 24 783 25.56 25 912 29.80
19,600 32,700 723,000 21 27 24 790 25.89 25 920 30.14
7,490 12,500 472,000 21 27 24 663 21.60 25 793 25.82
10,200 17,000 472,000 21 27 24 662 21.58 25 791 25.81
10,800 18,100 587,000 21 27 24 719 23.44 25 849 27.67
11,500 19,200 867,000 21 27 24 719 23.44 25 849 27.67
11,500 19,200 842,000 21 27 24 719 23.44 25 849 27.67
11,500 19,200 817,000 21 27 24 719 23.44 25 849 27.67
11,500 19,200 791,000 21 27 24 719 23.44 25 849 27.67
11,500 19,200 764,000 21 27 24 719 23.44 25 849 27.67
11,500 19,200 736,000 21 27 24 719 23.44 25 849 27.67
11,500 19,200 708,000 21 27 24 719 23.44 25 849 27.67
11,500 19,200 649,000 21 27 24 719 23.44 25 849 27.67
13,200 22,000 708,000 21 27 24 745 24.28 25 874 28.51
14,700 24,500 546,000 21 27 24 711 23.32 25 841 27.57
14,900 24,800 791,000 21 27 24 745 24.28 25 874 28.51
15,700 26,100 649,000 21 27 24 717 23.40 25 846 27.64
15,900 26,500 842,000 21 27 24 745 24.28 25 874 28.51
16,100 26,800 867,000 21 27 24 745 24.28 25 874 28.51
17,800 29,600 791,000 21 27 24 717 23.40 25 846 27.64
18,500 30,900 658,000 21 27 24 724 23.73 25 854 27.98
18,900 31,400 867,000 21 27 24 717 23.40 25 846 27.64
19,600 32,700 723,000 21 27 24 724 23.73 25 854 27.98
Heavy Weight Drill Pipe Data
Pipe Body Tool Joint
Tube Tube Central Tube Torsional Tensile TJ TJ TJ
OD Construction ID Upset Ø Yield Strength Strength Connection OD ID Yield

in in in ksi ft-lbs lbs in in ksi

4 Welded 2-1/2 4-1/2 55 28,200 421,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-9/16 120


4 Welded 2-1/2 4-1/2 55 28,200 421,000 NC38 4-7/8 2-9/16 120
4 Welded 2-1/2 4-1/2 55 28,200 421,000 NC38 5 2-9/16 120
4 Welded 2-1/2 4-1/2 55 28,200 421,000 NC38 4-7/8 2-7/16 120
4 Welded 2-1/2 4-1/2 55 28,200 421,000 NC38 5 2-7/16 120
4 Welded 2-1/2 4-1/2 55 28,200 421,000 NC38 5 2-1/4 120
4 Welded 2-1/2 4-1/2 55 28,200 421,000 NC38 VAM EIS 5 2-9/16 120
4 Welded 2-1/2 4-1/2 55 28,200 421,000 NC40 5-1/2 2-7/16 120
4 Welded 2-1/2 4-1/2 55 28,200 421,000 NC38 VAM EIS 5 2-7/16 120
4 Welded 2-1/2 4-1/2 55 28,200 421,000 VAM Express VX39 4-7/8 2-13/16 120
4 Welded 2-1/2 4-1/2 55 28,200 421,000 VAM Express VX38 4-3/4 2-7/16 120
4 Welded 2-1/2 4-1/2 55 28,200 421,000 NC46 6 3-1/4 120
4 Welded 2-1/2 4-1/2 55 28,200 421,000 NC40 VAM EIS 5-1/4 2-11/16 120
4 Welded 2-1/2 4-1/2 55 28,200 421,000 NC46 6 3 120
4 Welded 2-1/2 4-1/2 55 28,200 421,000 VAM Express VX40 5-1/4 3 120
4 Welded 2-1/2 4-1/2 55 28,200 421,000 NC46 VAM EIS 6 3 120
4 Welded 2-9/16 4-1/2 55 27,600 408,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-9/16 120
4 Welded 2-9/16 4-1/2 55 27,600 408,000 NC38 4-7/8 2-9/16 120
4 Welded 2-9/16 4-1/2 55 27,600 408,000 NC38 5 2-9/16 120
4 Welded 2-9/16 4-1/2 55 27,600 408,000 NC38 VAM EIS 5 2-9/16 120
4-1/2 Welded 2-1/2 5 55 42,800 605,000 NC40 5-1/2 2-13/16 120
4-1/2 Welded 2-1/2 5 55 42,800 605,000 NC46 6-1/4 3-1/4 120
4-1/2 Welded 2-1/2 5 55 42,800 605,000 NC40 VAM EIS 5-1/4 2-11/16 120
4-1/2 Welded 2-1/2 5 55 42,800 605,000 NC50 6-5/8 3-3/4 120
4-1/2 Welded 2-1/2 5 55 42,800 605,000 NC46 6-1/4 3 120
4-1/2 Welded 2-1/2 5 55 42,800 605,000 VAM Express VX40 5-1/4 3 120
4-1/2 Welded 2-1/2 5 55 42,800 605,000 NC46 6-1/4 2-7/8 120
4-1/2 Welded 2-1/2 5 55 42,800 605,000 NC46 6-1/4 2-13/16 120
4-1/2 Welded 2-1/2 5 55 42,800 605,000 NC46 6-1/4 2-3/4 120
4-1/2 Welded 2-1/2 5 55 42,800 605,000 NC50 6-5/8 3-1/2 120
4-1/2 Welded 2-1/2 5 55 42,800 605,000 VAM Express VX46 6 3-3/4 120
4-1/2 Welded 2-1/2 5 55 42,800 605,000 NC46 6-1/4 2-1/2 120
4-1/2 Welded 2-1/2 5 55 42,800 605,000 NC46 6-1/4 2-1/4 120
4-1/2 Welded 2-1/2 5 55 42,800 605,000 VAM Express VX46 6 3-1/2 120
4-1/2 Welded 2-1/2 5 55 42,800 605,000 NC46 VAM EIS 6-1/4 3 120
4-1/2 Welded 2-1/2 5 55 42,800 605,000 NC50 6-5/8 3 120
4-1/2 Welded 2-1/2 5 55 42,800 605,000 NC50 VAM EIS 6-5/8 3-1/2 120
4-1/2 Welded 2-13/16 5 55 40,100 533,000 NC40 5-1/2 2-13/16 120
4-1/2 Welded 2-13/16 5 55 40,100 533,000 NC40 VAM EIS 5-1/4 2-11/16 120
4-1/2 Welded 2-13/16 5 55 40,100 533,000 NC50 6-5/8 3-3/4 120
4-1/2 Welded 2-13/16 5 55 40,100 533,000 NC46 6-1/4 3 120
4-1/2 Welded 2-13/16 5 55 40,100 533,000 VAM Express VX40 5-1/4 3 120
4-1/2 Welded 2-13/16 5 55 40,100 533,000 NC46 6-1/4 2-13/16 120
4-1/2 Welded 2-13/16 5 55 40,100 533,000 NC46 6-1/4 2-3/4 120
4-1/2 Welded 2-13/16 5 55 40,100 533,000 NC50 6-5/8 3-1/2 120
4-1/2 Welded 2-13/16 5 55 40,100 533,000 VAM Express VX46 6 3-3/4 120
4-1/2 Welded 2-13/16 5 55 40,100 533,000 VAM Express VX46 6 3-1/2 120
4-1/2 Welded 2-13/16 5 55 40,100 533,000 NC46 VAM EIS 6-1/4 3 120
4-1/2 Welded 2-13/16 5 55 40,100 533,000 NC50 6-5/8 3 120
4-1/2 Welded 2-13/16 5 55 40,100 533,000 NC50 VAM EIS 6-5/8 3-1/2 120
5 Welded 3 5-1/2 55 56,500 691,000 NC50 6-5/8 3 120
5 Welded 3 5-1/2 55 56,500 691,000 NC50 VAM EIS 6-3/8 3-1/2 120
5 Welded 3 5-1/2 55 56,500 691,000 NC50 VAM EIS 6-5/8 3-1/2 120
5 Welded 3 5-1/2 55 56,500 691,000 5-1/2 FH 7 3-3/4 120
5 Welded 3 5-1/2 55 56,500 691,000 VAM Express VX50 6-1/2 4 120
5 Welded 3 5-1/2 55 56,500 691,000 NC50 6-5/8 2-3/4 120
5 Welded 3 5-1/2 55 56,500 691,000 5-1/2 FH 7-1/4 3-1/2 120
5 Welded 3 5-1/2 55 56,500 691,000 VAM Express VX50 6-1/2 3-3/4 120
5 Welded 3 5-1/2 55 56,500 691,000 NC50 VAM EIS 6-5/8 3-1/4 120
5 Welded 3 5-1/2 55 56,500 691,000 VAM Express VX50 6-5/8 3-1/2 120
5 Welded 3 5-1/2 55 56,500 691,000 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 3-3/4 120
5 Welded 3 5-1/2 55 56,500 691,000 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7-1/4 3-3/4 120
5 Welded 3 5-1/2 55 56,500 691,000 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 3-1/2 120
4” – 5” 63

Tool Joint Slick Spiraled


Recommended Torsional Tensile Box Pin Central Total Weight Unspiraled Total Weight
Make-Up Strength Strength Length Length Upset Weight per foot Upset Weight per foot
Torque Length Length
ft-lbs ft-lbs lbs in in in lbs lbs/ft in lbs lbs/ft

11,500 19,200 649,000 21 27 24 893 29.13 25 1,045 34.07


12,100 20,100 649,000 21 27 24 906 29.53 25 1,057 34.47
12,100 20,100 649,000 21 27 24 918 29.94 25 1,070 34.88
13,200 22,000 708,000 21 27 24 906 29.53 25 1,057 34.47
13,200 22,000 708,000 21 27 24 918 29.94 25 1,070 34.88
14,900 24,800 791,000 21 27 24 918 29.94 25 1,070 34.88
16,400 27,300 649,000 21 27 24 916 29.91 25 1,067 34.86
17,900 29,800 897,000 21 27 24 971 31.69 25 1,122 36.64
18,400 30,700 708,000 21 27 24 916 29.91 25 1,067 34.86
18,500 30,900 658,000 21 27 24 899 29.45 25 1,050 34.41
19,200 31,900 698,000 21 27 24 886 29.05 25 1,038 34.02
19,900 33,200 901,000 21 27 24 1,032 33.69 25 1,183 38.64
20,600 34,300 776,000 21 27 24 940 30.73 25 1,091 35.69
23,400 39,000 1,050,000 21 27 24 1,032 33.69 25 1,183 38.64
23,400 39,100 755,000 21 27 24 934 30.65 25 1,086 35.62
33,100 55,200 1,050,000 21 27 24 1,028 33.61 25 1,179 38.57
11,500 19,200 649,000 21 27 24 867 28.28 25 1,019 33.22
12,100 20,100 649,000 21 27 24 880 28.68 25 1,031 33.62
12,100 20,100 649,000 21 27 24 892 29.10 25 1,044 34.04
16,400 27,300 649,000 21 27 24 890 29.07 25 1,041 34.01
14,000 23,300 712,000 21 27 24 1,277 41.70 25 1,451 47.37
19,900 33,200 901,000 21 27 24 1,369 44.71 25 1,543 50.38
20,600 34,300 776,000 21 27 24 1,247 40.78 25 1,420 46.46
22,400 37,300 939,000 21 27 24 1,421 46.40 25 1,595 52.07
23,400 39,000 1,050,000 21 27 24 1,369 44.71 25 1,543 50.38
23,400 39,100 755,000 21 27 24 1,242 40.74 25 1,415 46.43
25,000 41,700 1,120,000 21 27 24 1,369 44.71 25 1,543 50.38
25,800 43,100 1,150,000 21 27 24 1,369 44.71 25 1,543 50.38
26,600 44,400 1,180,000 21 27 24 1,369 44.71 25 1,543 50.38
26,700 44,500 1,110,000 21 27 24 1,421 46.40 25 1,595 52.07
29,200 46,800 852,000 21 27 24 1,322 43.43 25 1,496 49.13
29,600 49,300 1,310,000 21 27 24 1,369 44.71 25 1,543 50.38
32,300 53,800 1,420,000 21 27 24 1,369 44.71 25 1,543 50.38
34,700 55,600 1,020,000 21 27 24 1,322 43.43 25 1,496 49.13
33,400 55,600 1,050,000 21 27 24 1,365 44.64 25 1,538 50.31
34,500 57,500 1,420,000 21 27 24 1,421 46.40 25 1,595 52.07
37,800 62,900 1,110,000 21 27 24 1,416 46.31 25 1,589 51.99
14,000 23,300 712,000 21 27 24 1,141 37.27 25 1,315 42.94
20,600 34,300 776,000 21 27 24 1,111 36.35 25 1,285 42.03
22,400 37,300 939,000 21 27 24 1,285 41.97 25 1,459 47.64
23,400 39,000 1,050,000 21 27 24 1,233 40.28 25 1,407 45.94
23,400 39,100 755,000 21 27 24 1,106 36.30 25 1,280 42.00
25,800 43,100 1,150,000 21 27 24 1,233 40.28 25 1,407 45.94
26,600 44,400 1,180,000 21 27 24 1,233 40.28 25 1,407 45.94
26,700 44,500 1,110,000 21 27 24 1,285 41.97 25 1,459 47.64
29,200 46,800 852,000 21 27 24 1,187 39.00 25 1,361 44.70
34,700 55,600 1,020,000 21 27 24 1,187 39.00 25 1,361 44.70
33,400 55,600 1,050,000 21 27 24 1,229 40.20 25 1,403 45.88
34,500 57,500 1,420,000 21 27 24 1,285 41.97 25 1,459 47.64
37,800 62,900 1,110,000 21 27 24 1,280 41.88 25 1,454 47.56
34,500 57,500 1,420,000 21 27 24 1,536 50.17 25 1,732 56.56
37,500 62,500 1,110,000 21 27 24 1,498 48.99 25 1,694 55.40
37,800 62,900 1,110,000 21 27 24 1,531 50.09 25 1,727 56.50
37,700 62,900 1,450,000 21 27 24 1,587 51.88 25 1,782 58.28
39,400 63,100 1,040,000 21 27 24 1,501 49.33 25 1,696 55.77
38,000 63,400 1,550,000 21 27 24 1,536 50.17 25 1,732 56.56
43,300 72,200 1,620,000 21 27 24 1,625 53.13 25 1,821 59.53
45,500 72,800 1,230,000 21 27 24 1,501 49.33 25 1,696 55.77
44,800 74,700 1,270,000 21 27 24 1,531 50.09 25 1,727 56.50
53,300 85,300 1,400,000 21 27 24 1,517 49.87 25 1,713 56.31
53,800 89,700 1,450,000 21 27 24 1,581 51.78 25 1,777 58.20
54,900 91,500 1,450,000 21 27 24 1,619 53.02 25 1,815 59.43
57,400 95,700 1,620,000 21 27 24 1,581 51.78 25 1,777 58.20
Heavy Weight Drill Pipe Data
Pipe Body Tool Joint
Tube Tube Central Tube Torsional Tensile TJ TJ TJ
OD Construction ID Upset Ø Yield Strength Strength Connection OD ID Yield

in in in ksi ft-lbs lbs in in ksi

5-1/2 Welded 3-5/8 6 55 70,100 739,000 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/2 120
5-1/2 Welded 3-5/8 6 55 70,100 739,000 5-1/2 FH 7-1/4 3-1/2 120
5-1/2 Welded 3-5/8 6 55 70,100 739,000 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4 120
5-1/2 Welded 3-5/8 6 55 70,100 739,000 VAM Express VX54 6-3/4 4 120
5-1/2 Welded 3-5/8 6 55 70,100 739,000 5-1/2 FH 7-1/2 3 120
5-1/2 Welded 3-5/8 6 55 70,100 739,000 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/4 120
5-1/2 Welded 3-5/8 6 55 70,100 739,000 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 3-3/4 120
5-1/2 Welded 3-7/8 6 55 65,100 658,000 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/2 120
5-1/2 Welded 3-7/8 6 55 65,100 658,000 5-1/2 FH 7-1/4 3-1/2 120
5-1/2 Welded 3-7/8 6 55 65,100 658,000 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4 120
5-1/2 Welded 3-7/8 6 55 65,100 658,000 VAM Express VX54 6-3/4 4 120
5-1/2 Welded 3-7/8 6 55 65,100 658,000 5-1/2 FH 7-1/2 3 120
5-1/2 Welded 3-7/8 6 55 65,100 658,000 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/4 120
5-1/2 Welded 3-7/8 6 55 65,100 658,000 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 3-3/4 120
5-7/8 Welded 4 6-3/8 55 82.700 800.000 VX57 7 4 120
5-7/8 Welded 4 6-3/8 55 82.700 800.000 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4 120
5-7/8 Welded 4 6-3/8 55 82.700 800.000 5-1/2 FH 7 4 120
6-5/8 Welded 4-1/2 7 55 119,000 1,020,000 6-5/8 FH VAM EIS 8-1/4 4-1/2 120
6-5/8 Welded 4-1/2 7 55 119,000 1,020,000 VAM Express VX65 8 4-1/2 120
6-5/8 Welded 5 7 55 102,000 816,000 6-5/8 FH 8-1/4 4-3/4 120
6-5/8 Welded 5 7 55 102,000 816,000 6-5/8 FH VAM EIS 8 5 120
6-5/8 Welded 5 7 55 102,000 816,000 6-5/8 FH 8-1/2 4-1/4 120
6-5/8 Welded 5 7 55 102,000 816,000 6-5/8 FH VAM EIS 8-1/4 4-3/4 120
6-5/8 Welded 5 7 55 102,000 816,000 VAM Express VX65 8 5 120
6-5/8 Welded 5 7 55 102,000 816,000 VAM Express VX65 8 4-1/2 120
6-5/8 Welded 5 7 55 102,000 816,000 VAM Express VX65 8-1/4 5 120
6-5/8 Welded 5 7 55 102,000 816,000 VAM Express VX65 8-1/2 5 120
6-5/8 Welded 5 7 55 102,000 816,000 VAM Express VX65 8-1/4 4-3/4 120
5-1/2” – 6-5/8” 65

Tool Joint Slick Spiraled


Recommended Torsional Tensile Box Pin Central Total Weight Unspiraled Total Weight
Make-Up Strength Strength Length Length Upset Weight per foot Upset Weight per foot
Torque Length Length
ft-lbs ft-lbs lbs in in in lbs lbs/ft in lbs lbs/ft

43,600 69,800 1,090,000 21 27 24 1,608 52.88 25 1,827 60.06


43,300 72,200 1,620,000 21 27 24 1,662 54.34 25 1,880 61.47
45,700 76,100 1,270,000 21 27 24 1,619 53.04 25 1,838 60.19
51,300 82,100 1,240,000 21 27 24 1,579 51.82 25 1,797 58.99
52,100 86,800 1,930,000 21 27 24 1,701 55.62 25 1,919 62.75
54,300 86,900 1,290,000 21 27 24 1,608 52.88 25 1,827 60.06
53,800 89,700 1,450,000 21 27 24 1,619 53.04 25 1,838 60.19
43,600 69,800 1,090,000 21 27 24 1,456 47.87 25 1,674 55.05
43,300 72,200 1,620,000 21 27 24 1,509 49.33 25 1,727 56.47
45,700 76,100 1,270,000 21 27 24 1,467 48.04 25 1,685 55.18
51,300 82,100 1,240,000 21 27 24 1,426 46.82 25 1,645 53.98
52,100 86,800 1,930,000 21 27 24 1,548 50.61 25 1,766 57.75
54,300 86,900 1,290,000 21 27 24 1,456 47.87 25 1,674 55.05
53,800 89,700 1,450,000 21 27 24 1,467 48.04 25 1,685 55.18
58.800 94.100 1,490,000 21 27 24 1.683 55.33 25 1.918 63.06
45.700 76.100 1,270,000 21 27 24 1.693 55.45 25 1.928 63.15
33.400 55.700 1,270,000 21 27 24 1.698 55.50 25 1.933 63.20
85,600 143,000 1,900,000 21 27 24 2,203 72.17 – – –
72,700 116,000 2,150,000 21 27 24 2,145 70.58 – – –
51,300 85,500 1,680,000 21 27 24 1,822 59.58 25 2,031 66.40
59,700 99,600 1,450,000 21 27 24 1,774 58.12 25 1,983 64.95
65,000 108,000 2,100,000 21 27 24 1,866 61.03 25 2,075 67.85
73,200 122,000 1,680,000 21 27 24 1,816 59.49 25 2,025 66.32
72,700 116,000 1,830,000 21 27 24 1,759 57.90 25 1,968 64.76
72,700 116,000 2,150,000 21 27 24 1,759 57.90 25 1,968 64.76
85,300 137,000 1,830,000 21 27 24 1,799 59.22 25 2,008 66.09
85,300 137,000 1,830,000 21 27 24 1,841 60.60 25 2,050 67.47
85,500 137,000 2,060,000 21 27 24 1,799 59.22 25 2,008 66.09
Heavy Weight Drill Pipe Data
Pipe Body Tool Joint
Tube Tube Central Tube Torsional Tensile TJ TJ TJ
OD Reference ID Upset Ø Yield Strength Strength Connection OD ID Yield

in in in ksi ft-lbs lbs in in ksi

2-7/8 VM-110 HW MS 1-3/4 3-3/8 110 21,300 450,000 VAM Express VX26 3-3/8 1-3/4 110
3-1/2 VM-110 HW MS 2-3/16 4 110 37,700 645,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-3/16 110
3-1/2 VM-110 HW MS 2-1/16 4 110 39,200 691,000 VAM Express VX38 4-3/4 2-1/2 110
3-1/2 VM-110 HW MS 2-1/16 4 110 39,200 691,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-1/16 110
3-1/2 VM-110 HW MS 2-1/16 4 110 39,200 691,000 NC38 5 2-1/16 110
3-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 2-1/16 4 65 23,100 408,000 NC38 VAM EIS 4-3/4 2-1/16 110
3-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 2-1/16 4 65 23,100 408,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-1/16 110
3-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 2-1/16 4 65 23,100 408,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-1/8 110
3-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 2-1/16 4 65 23,100 408,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-3/16 110
3-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 2-3/16 4 65 22,300 381,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-3/16 110
3-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 2-1/4 4 65 21,800 367,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-3/16 110
3-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 2-1/16 4 65 23,100 408,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-1/4 110
3-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 2-1/4 4 65 21,800 367,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-1/4 110
3-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 2-1/16 4 65 23,100 408,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-5/16 110
3-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 2-1/16 4 65 23,100 408,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-3/8 110
3-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 2-1/4 4 65 21,800 367,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-3/8 110
3-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 2-3/8 4 65 20,700 337,000 NC38 4-3/4 2-3/8 110
3-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 2-1/4 4 65 21,800 367,000 NC38 VAM EIS 4-13/16 2-1/4 110
3-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 2-1/16 4 65 23,100 408,000 NC38 4-7/8 2-1/16 110
3-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 2-1/4 4 65 21,800 367,000 NC38 4-7/8 2-1/4 110
3-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 2-1/4 4 65 21,800 367,000 NC38 4-7/8 2-5/16 110
3-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 2-1/16 4 65 23,100 408,000 NC38 5 2-1/16 110
3-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 2-3/16 4 65 22,300 381,000 NC38 5 2-3/16 110
3-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 2-1/4 4 65 21,800 367,000 NC38 5 2-3/16 110
3-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 2-1/16 4 65 23,100 408,000 NC38 5 2-1/4 110
3-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 2-1/4 4 65 21,800 367,000 NC38 5 2-1/4 110
3-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 2-1/4 4 65 21,800 367,000 NC38 VAM EIS 5 2-1/4 110
3-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 2-1/16 4 65 23,100 408,000 NC38 5 2-7/16 110
4 VM-65 HW MS 2-1/2 4-1/2 65 33,300 498,000 VAM Express VX39 4-7/8 2-13/16 110
4 VM-65 HW MS 2-1/2 4-1/2 65 33,300 498,000 VAM Express VX39 5 2-1/2 110
4 VM-65 HW MS 2-1/2 4-1/2 65 33,300 498,000 NC38 5 2-9/16 110
4 VM-65 HW MS 2-9/16 4-1/2 65 32,700 482,000 VAM Express VX39 5 2-9/16 110
4 VM-65 HW MS 2-1/2 4-1/2 65 33,300 498,000 NC40 5-1/4 2-1/2 110
4-1/2 VM-110 HW MS 2-13/16 5 110 80,200 1,070,000 NC46 6-1/4 2-13/16 110
4-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 2-13/16 5 65 47,400 630,000 NC46 6-1/4 2-13/16 110
4-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 2-3/4 5 65 48,100 648,000 NC46 6-1/4 2-7/8 110
4-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 2-13/16 5 65 47,400 630,000 NC46 VAM EIS 6-1/4 3-1/4 110
4-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 2-13/16 5 65 47,400 630,000 NC50 VAM EIS 6-1/4 3-5/8 110
4-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 2-13/16 5 65 47,400 630,000 NC46 6-1/2 2-13/16 110
5 VM-110 HW MS 3 5-1/2 110 113,000 1,380,000 NC50 6-1/2 3 110
5 VM-110 HW MS 3 5-1/2 110 113,000 1,380,000 NC50 6-5/8 3 110
5 VM-65 HW MS 3 5-1/2 65 66,800 817,000 NC50 6-1/2 3 110
5 VM-65 HW MS 3 5-1/2 65 66,800 817,000 NC50 6-1/2 3-1/16 110
5 VM-65 HW MS 3 5-1/2 65 66,800 817,000 NC50 6-1/2 3-1/8 110
5 VM-65 HW MS 3-1/8 5-1/2 65 65,000 778,000 NC50 6-1/2 3-1/8 110
5 VM-65 HW MS 3 5-1/2 65 66,800 817,000 NC50 6-1/2 3-1/8 110
5 VM-65 HW MS 2-3/4 5-1/2 65 69,700 890,000 NC50 6-5/8 2-3/4 110
5 VM-65 HW MS 2-13/16 5-1/2 65 69,000 872,000 NC50 6-5/8 2-13/16 110
5 VM-65 HW MS 3 5-1/2 65 66,800 817,000 NC50 6-5/8 3 110
5 VM-65 HW MS 3 5-1/2 65 66,800 817,000 NC50 6-5/8 3-1/16 110
5 VM-65 HW MS 3-1/16 5-1/2 65 65,900 797,000 NC50 6-5/8 3-1/16 110
5 VM-65 HW MS 3 5-1/2 65 66,800 817,000 NC50 6-5/8 3-1/8 110
5 VM-65 HW MS 3 5-1/2 65 66,800 817,000 NC50 6-5/8 3-1/4 110
5 VM-65 HW MS 3-1/4 5-1/2 65 63,000 737,000 NC50 VAM EIS 6-5/8 3-1/4 110
Sour Service 2-7/8” – 5” 67

Tool Joint Slick Spiraled


Recommended Torsional Tensile Box Pin Central Total Weight Unspiraled Total Weight
Make-Up Strength Strength Length Length Upset Weight per foot Upset Weight per foot
Torque Length Length
ft-lbs ft-lbs lbs in in in lbs lbs/ft in lbs lbs/ft

5,760 9,590 291,000 21 27 25 476 15.58 25 579 18.94


9,990 17,600 749,000 21 27 25 742 24.19 25 871 28.41
17,100 28,600 614,000 21 27 25 777 25.48 25 907 29.73
9,990 17,600 795,000 21 27 25 785 25.60 25 915 29.83
13,900 24,600 795,000 21 27 25 811 26.44 25 941 30.67
16,400 28,800 795,000 21 27 25 783 25.56 25 912 29.80
9,990 17,600 795,000 21 27 25 785 25.60 25 915 29.83
9,990 17,600 772,000 21 27 25 785 25.60 25 915 29.83
9,990 17,600 749,000 21 27 25 785 25.60 25 915 29.83
9,990 17,600 749,000 21 27 25 742 24.19 25 871 28.41
9,990 17,600 749,000 21 27 25 719 23.44 25 849 27.67
9,990 17,600 725,000 21 27 25 785 25.60 25 915 29.83
9,990 17,600 725,000 21 27 25 719 23.44 25 849 27.67
9,990 17,600 700,000 21 27 25 785 25.60 25 915 29.83
9,990 17,600 675,000 21 27 25 785 25.60 25 915 29.83
9,990 17,600 675,000 21 27 25 719 23.44 25 849 27.67
9,990 17,600 675,000 21 27 25 672 21.90 25 801 26.13
16,400 28,900 725,000 21 27 25 723 23.61 25 852 27.84
11,900 21,000 795,000 21 27 25 798 26.02 25 927 30.24
11,900 21,000 725,000 21 27 25 732 23.86 25 861 28.08
11,900 21,000 700,000 21 27 25 732 23.86 25 861 28.08
13,900 24,600 795,000 21 27 25 811 26.44 25 941 30.67
13,400 23,500 749,000 21 27 25 767 25.02 25 897 29.25
13,400 23,500 749,000 21 27 25 745 24.28 25 874 28.51
12,900 22,700 725,000 21 27 25 811 26.44 25 941 30.67
12,900 22,700 725,000 21 27 25 745 24.28 25 874 28.51
18,400 32,400 725,000 21 27 25 742 24.23 25 872 28.47
11,500 20,200 649,000 21 27 25 811 26.44 25 941 30.67
17,000 28,300 603,000 21 27 25 899 29.45 25 1,050 34.41
21,100 35,200 747,000 21 27 25 911 29.85 25 1,062 34.81
10,500 18,400 595,000 21 27 25 918 29.94 25 1,070 34.88
21,100 35,200 719,000 21 27 25 885 29.00 25 1,037 33.97
15,000 26,300 796,000 21 27 25 943 30.78 25 1,094 35.73
22,400 39,500 1,050,000 21 27 25 1,233 40.28 25 1,407 45.94
22,400 39,500 1,050,000 21 27 25 1,233 40.28 25 1,407 45.94
21,700 38,300 1,020,000 21 27 25 1,262 41.20 25 1,435 46.87
23,700 41,700 826,000 21 27 25 1,229 40.20 25 1,403 45.88
29,200 51,400 940,000 21 27 25 1,229 40.20 25 1,403 45.88
22,400 39,500 1,050,000 21 27 25 1,268 41.39 25 1,441 47.06
29,700 52,200 1,300,000 21 27 25 1,519 49.60 25 1,715 56.00
30,000 52,700 1,300,000 21 27 25 1,536 50.17 25 1,732 56.56
29,700 52,200 1,300,000 21 27 25 1,519 49.60 25 1,715 56.00
29,200 51,300 1,270,000 21 27 25 1,519 49.60 25 1,715 56.00
28,300 49,900 1,230,000 21 27 25 1,519 49.60 25 1,715 56.00
28,300 49,900 1,230,000 21 27 25 1,456 47.56 25 1,652 53.95
28,300 49,900 1,230,000 21 27 25 1,519 49.60 25 1,715 56.00
33,000 58,100 1,420,000 21 27 25 1,654 54.00 25 1,850 60.40
32,300 56,800 1,390,000 21 27 25 1,625 53.08 25 1,821 59.47
30,000 52,700 1,300,000 21 27 25 1,536 50.17 25 1,732 56.56
29,200 51,300 1,270,000 21 27 25 1,536 50.17 25 1,732 56.56
29,200 51,300 1,270,000 21 27 25 1,505 49.15 25 1,701 55.55
28,300 49,900 1,230,000 21 27 25 1,536 50.17 25 1,732 56.56
26,700 46,900 1,160,000 21 27 25 1,536 50.17 25 1,732 56.56
38,900 68,500 1,160,000 21 27 25 1,404 45.92 25 1,600 52.33
Heavy Weight Drill Pipe Data
Pipe Body Tool Joint
Tube Tube Central Tube Torsional Tensile TJ TJ TJ
OD Reference ID Upset Ø Yield Strength Strength Connection OD ID Yield

in in in ksi ft-lbs lbs in in ksi

5-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 3-1/8 6 65 91,500 1,050,000 NC50 6-7/8 3-1/4 110


5-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 3-1/2 6 65 85,400 919,000 5-1/2 FH 7 3-1/2 110
5-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 3-1/2 6 65 85,400 919,000 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 3-1/2 110
5-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 3-5/8 6 65 82,800 873,000 5-1/2 FH 7 3-5/8 110
5-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 3-7/8 6 65 76,900 778,000 5-1/2 FH 7 3-5/8 110
5-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 3-7/8 6 65 76,900 778,000 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 3-3/4 110
5-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 3-7/8 6 65 76,900 778,000 5-1/2 FH 7 3-7/8 110
5-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 3-7/8 6 65 76,900 778,000 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 3-7/8 110
5-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 3-5/8 6 65 82,800 873,000 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4 110
5-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 3-7/8 6 65 76,900 778,000 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4 110
5-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 3-7/8 6 65 76,900 778,000 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4 110
5-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 3-7/8 6 65 76,900 778,000 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7-1/8 4 100
5-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 3-1/4 6 65 89,700 1,010,000 5-1/2 FH 7-1/4 3-1/4 100
5-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 3-1/4 6 65 89,700 1,010,000 5-1/2 FH 7-1/4 3-5/16 100
5-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 3-1/4 6 65 89,700 1,010,000 5-1/2 FH 7-1/4 3-1/2 100
5-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 3-1/2 6 65 85,400 919,000 5-1/2 FH 7-1/4 3-1/2 100
5-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 3-1/2 6 65 85,400 919,000 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7-1/4 3-1/2 100
5-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 3-7/8 6 65 76,900 778,000 5-1/2 FH 7-1/4 3-1/2 100
5-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 3-7/8 6 65 76,900 778,000 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7-1/4 3-1/2 100
5-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 3-5/8 6 65 82,800 873,000 5-1/2 FH 7-1/4 3-5/8 100
5-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 3-3/4 6 65 80,000 826,000 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7-1/4 3-3/4 100
5-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 3-7/8 6 65 76,900 778,000 5-1/2 FH 7-1/4 3-7/8 100
5-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 3-7/8 6 65 76,900 778,000 5-1/2 FH 7-1/4 3-7/8 100
5-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 3-7/8 6 65 76,900 778,000 5-1/2 FH 7-1/2 3-1/4 100
5-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 3-1/2 6 65 85,400 919,000 5-1/2 FH 7-1/2 3-1/2 100
5-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 3-7/8 6 65 76,900 778,000 5-1/2 FH 7-1/2 3-7/8 100
5-1/2 VM-65 HW MS 4-1/8 6 65 81,700 783,000 5-1/2 FH 7 4-1/8 110
5-7/8 VM-65 HW MS 3-1/2 6-3/8 65 109,000 1,140,000 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 3-1/2 110
5-7/8 VM-65 HW MS 4 6-3/8 65 97,700 945,000 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4 110
5-7/8 VM-65 HW MS 4-1/4 6-3/8 65 90,400 840,000 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS 7 4 110
5-7/8 VM-65 HW MS 3-7/8 6-3/8 65 101,000 995,000 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/4 110
5-7/8 VM-65 HW MS 4-1/4 6-3/8 65 90,400 840,000 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/4 110
5-7/8 VM-65 HW MS 4-1/2 6-3/8 65 81,600 728,000 VAM Express VX57 7 4-1/2 110
6-5/8 VM-65 HW MS 4 7-1/8 65 155,000 1,420,000 6-5/8 FH 8 4 100
6-5/8 VM-65 HW MS 4 7-1/8 65 155,000 1,420,000 6-5/8 REG 8 4 100
6-5/8 VM-65 HW MS 4-1/2 7-1/8 65 140,000 1,210,000 6-5/8 FH 8 4-1/2 100
6-5/8 VM-65 HW MS 5 7-1/8 65 121,000 964,000 6-5/8 FH 8 4-3/4 100
6-5/8 VM-65 HW MS 5 7-1/8 65 121,000 964,000 6-5/8 FH VAM EIS 8 4-3/4 100
6-5/8 VM-65 HW MS 5 7-1/8 65 121,000 964,000 6-5/8 FH 8 5 100
6-5/8 VM-65 HW MS 5 7-1/8 65 121,000 964,000 6-5/8 FH VAM EIS 8 5 100
6-5/8 VM-65 HW MS 4-1/2 7-1/8 65 140,000 1,210,000 6-5/8 FH 8-1/4 3-1/2 100
6-5/8 VM-65 HW MS 5 7-1/8 65 121,000 964,000 6-5/8 FH 8-1/4 4-1/2 100
6-5/8 VM-65 HW MS 4-3/4 7-1/8 65 131,000 1,090,000 6-5/8 FH VAM EIS 8-1/4 4-3/4 100
6-5/8 VM-65 HW MS 5 7-1/8 65 121,000 964,000 6-5/8 FH VAM EIS 8-1/4 4-3/4 100
6-5/8 VM-65 HW MS 5 7-1/8 65 121,000 964,000 6-5/8 FH 8-1/4 5 100
6-5/8 VM-65 HW MS 4 7-1/8 65 155,000 1,420,000 6-5/8 FH 8-1/2 4 100
6-5/8 VM-65 HW MS 5 7-1/8 65 121,000 964,000 6-5/8 FH 8-1/2 4 100
6-5/8 VM-65 HW MS 4-1/4 7-1/8 65 148,000 1,320,000 6-5/8 FH 8-1/2 4-1/4 100
6-5/8 VM-65 HW MS 5 7-1/8 65 121,000 964,000 6-5/8 FH 8-1/2 4-1/4 100
6-5/8 VM-65 HW MS 5 7-1/8 65 121,000 964,000 6-5/8 FH 8-1/2 4-1/2 100
6-5/8 VM-65 HW MS 5 7-1/8 65 121,000 964,000 6-5/8 FH VAM EIS 8-1/2 4-3/4 100
6-5/8 VM-65 HW MS 5 7-1/8 65 121,000 964,000 6-5/8 FH 8-1/2 5 100
6-5/8 VM-65 HW MS 5 7-1/8 65 121,000 964,000 6-5/8 FH VAM EIS 8-1/2 5 100
Sour Service 5-1/2” – 6-5/8” 69

Tool Joint Slick Spiraled


Recommended Torsional Tensile Box Pin Central Total Weight Unspiraled Total Weight
Make-Up Strength Strength Length Length Upset Weight per foot Upset Weight per foot
Torque Length Length
ft-lbs ft-lbs lbs in in in lbs lbs/ft in lbs lbs/ft

26,700 46,900 1,160,000 21 27 25 1,886 61.59 25 2,104 68.72


32,800 57,700 1,480,000 21 27 25 1,697 55.49 25 1,915 62.63
49,800 87,700 1,480,000 21 27 25 1,692 55.42 25 1,910 62.57
32,800 57,700 1,410,000 21 27 25 1,624 53.11 25 1,843 60.25
32,800 57,700 1,410,000 21 27 25 1,471 48.11 25 1,690 55.25
46,700 82,200 1,330,000 21 27 25 1,467 48.04 25 1,685 55.18
31,200 55,000 1,250,000 21 27 25 1,471 48.11 25 1,690 55.25
43,600 76,700 1,250,000 21 27 25 1,467 48.04 25 1,685 55.18
39,600 69,800 1,160,000 21 27 25 1,619 53.04 25 1,838 60.19
39,600 69,800 1,160,000 21 27 25 1,467 48.04 25 1,685 55.18
39,600 69,800 1,160,000 21 27 25 1,467 48.04 25 1,685 55.18
39,800 63,600 1,050,000 21 27 25 1,485 48.63 25 1,703 55.78
41,000 65,600 1,480,000 21 27 25 1,872 61.22 25 2,091 68.36
40,600 64,900 1,450,000 21 27 25 1,872 61.22 25 2,091 68.36
37,600 60,200 1,350,000 21 27 25 1,872 61.22 25 2,091 68.36
37,600 60,200 1,350,000 21 27 25 1,735 56.71 25 1,953 63.85
54,800 87,700 1,350,000 21 27 25 1,729 56.63 25 1,947 63.78
37,600 60,200 1,350,000 21 27 25 1,509 49.33 25 1,727 56.47
54,800 87,700 1,350,000 21 27 25 1,503 49.24 25 1,722 56.39
35,600 56,900 1,280,000 21 27 25 1,662 54.34 25 1,880 61.47
47,700 76,300 1,210,000 21 27 25 1,581 51.79 25 1,799 58.94
31,200 50,000 1,130,000 21 27 25 1,509 49.33 25 1,727 56.47
31,200 50,000 1,130,000 21 27 25 1,509 49.33 25 1,727 56.47
41,500 66,500 1,480,000 21 27 25 1,548 50.61 25 1,766 57.75
37,600 60,200 1,350,000 21 27 25 1,774 58.00 25 1,992 65.13
31,200 50,000 1,130,000 21 27 25 1,548 50.61 25 1,766 57.75
26,700 47,000 1,070,000 21 27 25 1,445 47.24 25 1,595 52.14
49,800 87,700 1,480,000 21 27 25 1,999 65.46 25 2,234 73.17
39,600 69,800 1,160,000 21 27 25 1,693 55.45 25 1,928 63.15
39,600 69,800 1,160,000 21 27 25 1,525 49.94 25 1,760 57.65
49,700 79,700 1,190,000 21 27 25 1,763 57.95 25 1,998 65.69
49,700 79,700 1,190,000 21 27 25 1,515 49.82 25 1,751 57.55
39,900 64,000 998,000 21 27 25 1,338 43.98 25 1,573 51.71
45,800 73,200 1,910,000 21 27 25 2,525 82.58 25 2,795 91.38
34,000 54,400 1,200,000 21 27 25 2,525 82.58 25 2,795 91.38
45,800 73,200 1,580,000 21 27 25 2,178 71.23 25 2,448 80.03
44,500 71,200 1,400,000 21 27 25 1,791 58.55 25 2,060 67.35
63,200 101,000 1,400,000 21 27 25 1,785 58.47 25 2,054 67.29
38,100 61,000 1,210,000 21 27 25 1,791 58.55 25 2,060 67.35
51,900 83,000 1,210,000 21 27 25 1,785 58.47 25 2,054 67.29
56,500 90,400 2,210,000 21 27 25 2,221 72.61 25 2,490 81.42
50,600 81,000 1,580,000 21 27 25 1,833 59.93 25 2,102 68.74
63,600 102,000 1,400,000 21 27 25 2,026 66.35 25 2,295 75.17
63,600 102,000 1,400,000 21 27 25 1,827 59.84 25 2,096 68.66
38,100 61,000 1,210,000 21 27 25 1,833 59.93 25 2,102 68.74
62,000 99,100 1,910,000 21 27 25 2,612 85.41 25 2,881 94.21
62,000 99,100 1,910,000 21 27 25 1,877 61.38 25 2,146 70.18
56,400 90,300 1,750,000 21 27 25 2,444 79.90 25 2,713 88.71
56,400 90,300 1,750,000 21 27 25 1,877 61.38 25 2,146 70.18
50,600 81,000 1,580,000 21 27 25 1,877 61.38 25 2,146 70.18
63,900 102,000 1,400,000 21 27 25 1,871 61.27 25 2,140 70.09
38,100 61,000 1,210,000 21 27 25 1,877 61.38 25 2,146 70.18
52,500 84,000 1,210,000 21 27 25 1,871 61.27 25 2,140 70.09
HWDP Performance Datasheet
Overview
The Heavy Weight Drill Pipe Performance
Datasheet is an easy-to-use document
summarizing the performances and other
technical characteristics of HWDPs
manufactured by VAM Drilling.

This document provides key performance


characteristics such as tensile strength,
torsional strength and make-up torque
range, as well as other product-specific
performance data.

An overview of some additional


information available in the HWDP
Performance Datasheet is shown below.

Useful datasheet definitions:

Torsional Ratio: The ratio of


the connection torsional strength

divided by the pipe body torsional


strength. API recommends a ratio
of 0.80 or larger.

Balance OD: The tool joint OD


where the yield of the box is equal

to the yield of the pin for a given


tool joint ID.

Bending Strength Ratio (BSR):


This bending criteria is defined in

the API spec RP7G as an inertia


ratio between pin and box
Load Chart
connection. A rotary shouldered
connection that has a BSR of 2.5
(or 2.5:1) is generally accepted as
Tension

an average balanced connection.


Tensile Yield of Tool Joint

Load Chart: Chart used to


Box Yield

determine the operation zone for


tool joint in tension and torque.

Wear Chart: Chart used to Operation Zone


determine the recommended

for Tool Joint

make-up torque for worn products.


Torque
New Recommended Torsional Yield
Make-up Torque of Tool Joint
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Heavy Weight Drill Pipe (HWDP)
Product Description
Inquiry Form
ITEM 1 2 3 4

Quantity (joints)
Nominal OD – inches
Tube ID – inches
Overall length – feet
HWDP type ❏ Slick ❏ Spiral ❏ Slick ❏ Spiral ❏ Slick ❏ Spiral ❏ Slick ❏ Spiral
Construction ❏ Welded ❏ Integral ❏ Welded ❏ Integral ❏ Welded ❏ Integral ❏ Welded ❏ Integral
PIPE

Central wear pad OD x length – inches


Type of hardbanding on center wear pad
Hardbanding application on center wear pad
Hardbanding center upset length – inches
Connection
Tool joint OD – inches
Tool joint ID – inches
Box tool joint length – inches
Pin tool joint length – inches
Type of hardbanding tool joint
Hardbanding application on tool joint
TOOL JOINTS

Hardbanding length – inches


Box taper hardbanding ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No
Make-and-break ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No
Relief groove pin ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No
Bore back box ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No
Thread protector type (pressed steel, plastic)
Internal Plastic Coating
Applicable specification (API, DS1, NS1, etc.)
Packing
GENERAL

Comments
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Drill Collars

Drill collars are thick-walled tubular Drill collars from VAM Drilling are
pieces machined from solid steel bars, available with the following features:
forming a component of the bottom
hole assembly that provides weight-on-
■ ODs from 2-7/8” to 14”;
bit for improved drilling performance. Mechanical properties
VAM Drilling has been making drill guaranteed to 1” below the

collars for more than 50 years and steel’s surface at ambient


temperature;
was the first company to make small
diameter pierced drill collars from solid Enhanced fatigue resistance
bar. Bars are trepanned on equipment (threads cold rolled, pin-relief

specially designed by VAM Drilling. groove and box bore back for
API standard connections);

Today, VAM Drilling provides a full range Phosphate-coated threads to


prevent galling; and

of slick and spiral drill collars in AISI


4145H-modified steel, ERS 425™ Sour Hardbanding is available
Service steel and non-magnetic alloys. upon request.

Spiral Drill Collars

Spiral Design (3 spirals)

6-3/4” and less 7” to 8-1/2” 8-3/4” and larger

SPIRAL DRILL COLLAR TYPICAL SIZE


OD (in) Spiral Depth (in) Tolerance Spiral Lead (in) Tolerance

2-7/8 N/A N/A N/A N/A


3-1/8 3/19 (+/– 1/16”) 36 (+/– 2”) In order to reduce differential pressure
3-3/8 3/19 (+/– 1/16”) 36 (+/– 2”) sticking, the surface of drill collars can
3-1/4 3/19 (+/– 1/16”) 36 (+/– 2”)
3-1/2 3/19 (+/– 1/16”) 36 (+/– 2”) be spiral-grooved. VAM Drilling spiral
4-1/8 17/90 (+/– 1/16”) 36 (+/– 2”) drill collars are the perfect solution for
4-1/4 17/90 (+/– 1/16”) 36 (+/– 2”)
4-1/2 15/68 (+/– 1/16”) 38 (+/– 2”)
deep, directional or deviated drilling.
4-3/4 15/68 (+/– 1/16”) 38 (+/– 2”) Cross sections of the drill collars
5 15/68 (+/– 1/16”) 38 (+/– 2”) reduce the contact area with the
5-1/4 1/4 (+/– 1/16”) 42 (+/– 2”)
5-1/2 1/4 (+/– 1/16”) 42 (+/– 2”) wall of the hole.
5-7/8 1/4 (+/– 1/16”) 42 (+/– 2”)
6 26/93 (+/– 1/16”) 42 (+/– 2”)
6-1/4 26/93 (+/– 1/16”) 42 (+/– 2”) The grooving consists of three right-
6-1/2 14/45 (+/– 1/16”) 46 (+/– 2”) hand spirals, machined on VAM
6-5/8 14/45 (+/– 1/16”) 46 (+/– 2”)
7 13/55 (+/– 1/16”) 46 (+/– 2”)
Drilling’s unique triple-headed milling
7-1/4 13/55 (+/– 1/16”) 64 (+/– 2”) machines. Stress relief features
7-1/2 13/55 (+/– 1/16”) 64 (+/– 2”) improve the bending strength of
7-3/4 11/43 (+/– 1/16”) 64 (+/– 2”)
8 11/43 (+/– 1/16”) 68 (+/– 2”) pin and box API connections and,
8-1/4 8/29 (+/– 1/16”) 68 (+/– 2”) therefore, durability. Bore back on box
8-1/2 8/29 (+/– 1/16”) 68 (+/– 2”)
8-3/4 3/8 (+/– 1/16”) 68 (+/– 2”) and stress relief grooves on pin are
9 15/37 (+/– 1/16”) 72 (+/– 2”) defined by API.
9-1/4 15/37 (+/– 1/16”) 72 (+/– 2”)
9-1/2 15/37 (+/– 1/16”) 72 (+/– 2”)
9-3/4 15/37 (+/– 1/16”) 72 (+/– 2”) VAM Drilling spiral drill collars reduce
10 7/16 (+/– 1/16”) 76 (+/– 2”)
wall contact area and eliminate
11 15/32 (+/– 1/16”) 80 (+/– 2”)
11-1/4 15/32 (+/– 1/16”) 80 (+/– 2”) differential sticking.
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Slip and Elevator Recesses

VAM Drilling offers optional slip and elevator recesses to


improve handling efficiency and safety. Slip and elevator
recesses are machined in accordance with the standards
API RP7G and ISO 10407:1993. The upper radius of the
elevator recess is cold rolled to increase product life. Slip and
elevator recesses can be used together or separately. Special
drill pipe elevator designs can be supplied for automated
handling operations to decrease non-productive time.

VAM Drilling slip and elevator recesses improve downhole


handling efficiency and safety.

Drill Collar Elevator Recess Slip Recess


Approx
OD OD Depth Radius OD Depth Angle

Drill (in) (in) (in) (in) (°) (in) (in) (°)


4-1/8 3-11/16 7/32 1/8 4 3-3/4 3/16 3.5
Collar
OD
4-1/4 3-13/16 7/32 1/8 4 3-7/8 3/16 3.5
4-3/4 4-1/4 1/4 1/8 5 4-3/8 3/16 3.5
4-7/8 4-3/8 1/4 1/8 5 4-1/2 3/16 3.5
Box
End
5 4-1/2 1/4 1/8 5 4-5/8 3/16 3.5
20” +2
–0

5-1/4 4-3/4 1/4 1/8 5 4-7/8 3/16 3.5


42” 5-3/4 5-1/8 5/16 1/8 6 5-1/4 1/4 5
6 5-3/8 5/16 1/8 6 5-1/2 1/4 5
6-1/4 5-5/8 5/16 1/8 6 5-3/4 1/4 5
R
Radius Elevator
16” +1
6-1/2 5-7/8 5/16 1/8 6 6 1/4 5
–0
Recess

6-3/4 6 3/8 3/16 7.5 6-1/4 1/4 5


7 6-1/4 3/8 3/16 7.5 6-1/2 1/4 5
3”

8 7-1/4 3/8 3/16 7.5 7-1/2 1/4 5


3”

8-1/4 7-1/2 3/8 3/16 7.5 7-3/4 1/4 5


8-1/2 7-3/4 3/8 3/16 7.5 8 1/4 5
1”

9 8-1/8 7/16 1/4 9 8-1/2 1/4 5


Radius
Slip 18” +2
–0

9-1/2 8-5/8 7/16 1/4 9 9 1/4 5


Recess

10 9-1/8 7/16 1/4 9 9-1/2 1/4 5


11 10-1/8 7/16 1/4 9 10-1/2 1/4 5
3”

11-1/4 10-3/8 7/16 1/4 9 10-3/4 1/4 5


Drill Collar Manufacturing Flow Chart

Heat Ultrasonic Straightening


Treatment Inspection
Boring

Finishing and Phos


Shipping
Final Inspection Coating
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Drill collars are manufactured to customer requirements and, where applicable, to


specifications such as API, ISO, NS1, DS1, etc. and are inspected 100% after completion.

Spiraling Hardbanding Threading


(optional) (optional)

Cold Inspection Recess Machining


Rolling (optional)
Materials

VAM Drilling drill collars for embrittlement, caused by the of API Specification 7.1 and
standard use are made of AISI presence of H2S, is expected. ISO 10424:2004. In NACE tests
4145H chromium molybdenum VAM Drilling’s ERS 425™ Sour TM 0177, the resistance of ERS
alloy steel. The concentration of Service grade material has been 425 to SSC significantly surpasses
residual elements, such as sulphur developed to provide bottom-hole the resistance of standard
and phosphorus, is reduced assembly (BHA) products with 4145H-modified steel. ERS 425
during the steel-making process, improved impact strength (KCV), drill collars have provided superior
producing homogeneous steel fracture toughness (K1c) and performance in Sour Service
with excellent physical properties. resistance to sulfide stress cracking applications around the world.
(SSC) in wells with a Sour Service In addition, VAM Drilling supplies
VAM Drilling can supply drill collars environment. The mechanical special non-magnetic (Amagnit™
for use on sour gas wells where properties of ERS 425 meet 501) drill collars for extreme service
resistance to hydrogen or exceed the requirements or directional drilling applications.

Drill Collar Material Table


Yield Ultimate Hardness Reduction Min
Application Material Size Strength Strength (Brinell) Elongation of Area Charpy
Min (ksi) Min (ksi) (HB) (%) (%) (ft-lbs @ +20°C)

Standard AISI 4145H Up to 6-7/8" 110 140


285 to 340 13 45 40
Service Mod Bar Above 6-7/8" 100 135

Above 7"
Sour Service ERS 425™ 100 135 285 to 341 13 45 48
(up to 8-1/2")

Up to 7" 116 135


Non-Magnetic Amagnit™ 501 275 min 25 50 74
Above 7" 112 130
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Hardbanding

For more information


on hardbanding types
please see page 106.

Hardbanding (flush or raised)


Type B hardbanding is recommended on drill
Type A Type B Type C collars with slip and elevator recesses and is
applied in a 4” long wear pad above the
4"
elevator recess, a 1” long wear pad above
the slip recess and a 10” long wear pad
1" under the slip recess.
10"

4" For drill collars with a slip recess only, type C


hardbanding is applied to a 10” long wear
pad under the slip recess and a 4” long wear
1" 1"

30" 1"
1" pad above the slip recess.
min.

10" For drill collars without any recess, type A


10"
hardbanding is applied in a 10” long wear
pad located 30” from the end of the pin.

b b +1/16"
0"
+1/32"
3/32"
0"

3/32"
Flush Raised
Drill Collar Data
Pipe Body
OD ID Connection Bevel Overall Recommended
Diameter Length Make-Up Torque*

(in) (in) (in) (ft) (ft-lbs)

2-7/8 1-1/2 2-3/8 PAC 2-45/64 31 2,070


3-1/8 1 2-3/8 REG 3 31 3,030
3-1/8 1-1/8 2-3/8 REG 3 31 3,030
3-1/8 1-1/4 NC23 3 31 3,330
3-1/8 1-1/4 2-3/8 REG 3 31 3,030
3-3/8 1-1/2 NC26 3-17/64 31 3,580
3-1/2 1-1/2 NC26 3-17/64 31 4,610
3-3/4 1-1/2 NC26 3-29/64 31 4,670
4-1/8 2 NC31 3-61/64 31 6,850
4-1/4 1-3/4 NC31 3-61/64 31 8,160
4-1/4 2 NC31 3-61/64 31 6,850
4-3/4 1-3/4 NC38 4-37/64 31 9,990
4-3/4 2 NC35 4-33/64 31 10,800
4-3/4 2 NC38 4-37/64 31 9,990
4-3/4 2-1/4 NC38 4-37/64 31 9,990
4-3/4 2-1/4 NC35 4-33/64 31 9,200
4-3/4 2-1/2 NC38 4-37/64 31 9,990
4-7/8 2-1/4 NC38 4-37/64 31 11,900
5 2-1/4 NC38 4-49/64 31 12,900
5-1/4 2-1/4 NC38 4-61/64 31 12,900
5-3/4 2-1/4 NC46 5-5/8 31 17,700
5-3/4 2-1/4 NC40 5-25/64 31 17,000
6 2-1/4 NC46 5-23/32 31 23,400
6 2-13/16 NC46 5-23/32 31 22,400
6-1/4 2-1/4 4-1/2 H-90 6 31 28,700
6-1/4 2-1/4 NC46 5-29/32 31 28,000
6-1/4 2-1/2 NC46 5-29/32 31 25,700
6-1/4 2-3/4 NC46 5-29/32 31 23,100
6-1/4 2-13/16 NC46 5-29/32 31 22,400
6-1/4 2-13/16 NC50 5-59/64 31 23,000
6-1/4 3 NC46 5-29/32 31 20,300
6-1/2 2-1/4 NC46 6-3/32 31 28,000
6-1/2 2-1/4 4-1/2 H-90 6 31 28,700
6-1/2 2-1/4 NC50 6-7/64 31 29,700
6-1/2 2-1/2 NC46 6-3/32 31 25,700
6-1/2 2-13/16 NC46 6-3/32 31 22,400
6-1/2 2-13/16 NC50 6-7/64 31 29,700
6-1/2 2-7/8 NC50 6-7/64 31 29,700
6-1/2 3 4-1/2 H-90 6 31 21,100
6-3/4 2-1/4 NC50 6-19/64 31 36,700
6-3/4 2-1/2 NC50 6-19/64 31 35,800
6-3/4 2-1/2 NC46 6-9/32 31 25,700
6-3/4 2-13/16 NC50 6-19/64 31 32,300
6-3/4 2-7/8 NC50 6-19/64 31 31,500
6-3/4 3 NC50 6-19/64 31 30,000

* Performances calculated for products manufactured as per API.


2-7/8” – 6-3/4” 81

Pipe Body Slick Spiraled


Torsional Bending Total Weight/Foot Sl Total Weight/Foot Sp OD
Strength* Strength Ratio Weight Sl Weight Sp

(ft-lbs) (lbs) (lbs/ft) (lbs) (lbs/ft) (in)

3,640 2.58 495 16 N/A N/A 2-7/8


5,330 2.57 720 23 681 22 3-1/8
5,330 2.65 698 23 660 21 3-1/8
5,860 2.57 674 22 635 21 3-1/8
5,330 2.75 674 22 635 21 3-1/8
6,300 2.07 750 24 711 23 3-3/8
8,110 2.42 821 27 780 25 3-1/2
8,220 3.18 970 32 928 30 3-3/4
12,100 2.44 1,070 35 1,010 33 4-1/8
14,400 2.51 1,230 40 1,170 38 4-1/4
12,100 2.75 1,150 38 1,090 36 4-1/4
17,600 1.73 1,600 52 1,520 50 4-3/4
19,100 2.58 1,520 50 1,440 47 4-3/4
17,600 1.80 1,520 50 1,440 47 4-3/4
17,600 1.92 1,430 47 1,360 44 4-3/4
16,200 2.82 1,430 47 1,360 44 4-3/4
17,600 2.10 1,340 44 1,260 41 4-3/4
21,000 2.14 1,530 50 1,450 47 4-7/8
22,700 2.38 1,630 53 1,550 51 5
22,700 2.88 1,840 60 1,740 57 5-1/4
31,200 1.68 2,290 75 2,190 71 5-3/4
30,000 3.04 2,290 75 2,190 71 5-3/4
41,200 2.02 2,530 83 2,410 79 6
39,500 2.24 2,300 75 2,170 71 6
56,200 2.31 2,780 91 2,650 87 6-1/4
49,300 2.38 2,780 91 2,650 87 6-1/4
45,200 2.47 2,680 88 2,560 83 6-1/4
40,700 2.60 2,580 84 2,450 80 6-1/4
39,500 2.64 2,550 83 2,420 79 6-1/4
40,500 1.71 2,550 83 2,420 79 6-1/4
35,700 2.79 2,460 80 2,330 76 6-1/4
49,300 2.77 3,040 99 2,890 94 6-1/2
56,200 2.69 3,040 99 2,890 94 6-1/2
52,200 1.89 3,040 99 2,890 94 6-1/2
45,200 2.87 2,940 96 2,790 91 6-1/2
39,500 3.07 2,810 92 2,660 87 6-1/2
52,200 2.03 2,810 92 2,660 87 6-1/2
52,200 2.05 2,780 91 2,630 86 6-1/2
41,200 3.14 2,720 89 2,570 84 6-1/2
64,700 2.21 3,310 108 3,160 103 6-3/4
63,000 2.26 3,210 105 3,060 100 6-3/4
45,200 3.30 3,210 105 3,060 100 6-3/4
56,800 2.37 3,080 101 2,920 95 6-3/4
55,500 2.39 3,050 100 2,890 95 6-3/4
52,700 2.46 2,990 98 2,830 93 6-3/4
Drill Collar Data
Pipe Body
OD ID Connection Bevel Overall Recommended
Diameter Length Make-Up Torque*

(in) (in) (in) (ft) (ft-lbs)

7 2-1/4 NC50 6-31/64 31 38,400


7 2-1/2 NC50 6-31/64 31 35,800
7 2-13/16 NC50 6-31/64 31 32,300
7 2-13/16 5-1/2 H-90 6-5/8 31 36,500
7 2-13/16 5-1/2 FH 6-23/32 31 32,800
8 2-1/4 6-5/8 REG 7-33/64 31 60,300
8 2-1/2 6-5/8 REG 7-33/64 31 57,400
8 2-13/16 6-5/8 REG 7-33/64 31 53,300
8 2-13/16 NC56 7-31/64 31 48,200
8 3 6-5/8 REG 7-33/64 31 50,700
8 3 6-5/8 H-90 7-1/2 31 53,600
8 3-1/4 6-5/8 REG 7-33/64 31 46,900
8 3-3/8 6-5/8 REG 7-33/64 31 44,900
8-1/4 2-13/16 6-5/8 REG 7-45/64 31 53,300
8-1/4 3 6-5/8 REG 7-45/64 31 50,700
8-1/4 3-3/16 6-5/8 REG 7-45/64 31 47,900
8-1/4 3-1/4 6-5/8 REG 7-45/64 31 46,900
8-1/2 2-13/16 6-5/8 REG 7-45/64 31 53,300
8-1/2 2-13/16 NC61 8 31 68,400
8-1/2 3 6-5/8 REG 7-45/64 31 50,700
8-1/2 3-1/4 6-5/8 REG 7-45/64 31 46,900
9 2-13/16 7-5/8 REG 8-7/16 31 84,400
9 2-13/16 6-5/8 FH 8-29/64 31 84,000
9 3 7-5/8 REG 8-7/16 31 84,400
9 3 6-5/8 FH 8-29/64 31 81,000
9 3-1/2 6-5/8 FH 8-29/64 31 72,100
9-1/2 2-3/4 7-5/8 REG 8-13/16 31 92,600
9-1/2 2-13/16 7-5/8 REG 8-13/16 31 91,600
9-1/2 3 7-5/8 REG 8-13/16 31 88,600
9-1/2 3 NC70 8-31/32 31 102,000
9-1/2 3-1/16 7-5/8 REG 8-13/16 31 87,500
9-1/2 3-1/2 7-5/8 REG 8-13/16 31 79,500
9-3/4 3 7-5/8 REG LT 9-1/4 31 91,800
10 3 8-5/8 REG 9-33/64 31 109,000
10 3 7-5/8 REG LT 9-1/4 31 91,800
11 3 8-5/8 REG LT 10-1/2 31 131,000

* Performances calculated for products manufactured as per API.


7” – 11” 83

Pipe Body Slick Spiraled


Torsional Bending Total Weight/Foot Sl Total Weight/Foot Sp OD
Strength* Strength Ratio Weight Sl Weight Sp

(ft-lbs) (lbs) (lbs/ft) (lbs) (lbs/ft) (in)

61,400 2.54 3,590 117 3,380 110 7


57,300 2.61 3,500 114 3,290 107 7
51,600 2.73 3,360 110 3,150 103 7
64,900 2.40 3,360 110 3,150 103 7
52,400 1.72 3,360 110 3,150 103 7
96,500 2.50 4,810 157 4,560 149 8
91,800 2.54 4,720 154 4,460 146 8
85,400 2.60 4,580 150 4,330 142 8
77,200 3.02 4,580 150 4,330 142 8
81,100 2.66 4,490 147 4,240 139 8
95,400 2.50 4,490 147 4,240 139 8
75,100 2.75 4,360 143 4,110 134 8
71,900 2.81 4,300 140 4,040 132 8
85,400 2.93 4,910 161 4,630 151 8-1/4
81,100 2.99 4,820 158 4,540 148 8-1/4
76,600 3.07 4,730 155 4,440 145 8-1/4
75,100 3.10 4,700 154 4,410 144 8-1/4
85,400 3.27 5,250 172 4,960 162 8-1/2
109,000 2.59 5,250 172 4,960 162 8-1/2
81,100 3.34 5,160 169 4,870 159 8-1/2
75,100 3.46 5,040 165 4,750 155 8-1/2
135,000 2.28 5,960 195 5,430 178 9
134,000 2.41 5,970 195 5,440 178 9
135,000 2.31 5,880 192 5,340 175 9
130,000 2.44 5,880 192 5,350 175 9
115,000 2.56 5,610 184 5,080 166 9
148,000 2.78 6,750 221 6,200 203 9-1/2
147,000 2.78 6,720 220 6,170 202 9-1/2
142,000 2.81 6,630 217 6,080 199 9-1/2
164,000 2.34 6,620 217 6,070 199 9-1/2
140,000 2.83 6,600 216 6,050 198 9-1/2
127,000 2.93 6,370 208 5,820 190 9-1/2
147,000 3.09 7,020 230 6,470 212 9-3/4
175,000 1.98 7,420 243 6,800 222 10
147,000 3.38 7,430 243 6,800 222 10
209,000 2.84 9,140 299 8,410 275 11
Drill Collar
Performance Datasheet

Overview
The Drill Collar Performance An overview of some additional
Datasheet is an easy-to-use information available in the Drill
document summarizing the Collar Performance Datasheet is
performances and other shown below.
technical characteristics of
Useful datasheet definition:
drill collars manufactured by
VAM Drilling. Bending strength ratio: This
bending criteria is defined in the

This document provides key API spec RP7G as an inertia ratio


performance characteristics such between pin and box connection.
as tensile strength, torsional A rotary shouldered connection
strength, and make-up torque that has a BSR of 2.5 (or 2.5:1)
range, as well as other product- is generally accepted as an
specific performance data. average balanced connection.
85
Drill Collar
Product Description
Inquiry Form
ITEM 1 2 3 4

Quantity (joints)

Nominal OD – inches

ID – inches

Overall length – feet

Hardbanding type

Hardbanding application

Hardbanding – inches

Hardbanding location

Slip recess ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No

Elevator recess ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No


PIPE

Steel material ❏ Non mag ❏ 4145 ❏ Non mag ❏ 4145 ❏ Non mag ❏ 4145 ❏ Non mag ❏ 4145

Collar type ❏ Slick ❏ Spiral ❏ Slick ❏ Spiral ❏ Slick ❏ Spiral ❏ Slick ❏ Spiral

Connection

Relief groove pin ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No

Bore back box ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No

Fish neck ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No

Fish neck OD – inches

Fish neck length – inches

Make-and-Break ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No ❏ Yes ❏ No

Thread protector type (pressed steel, cast steel)

Applicable specification (API, DS1, NS1, etc.)

Packing

Comments
GENERAL
Hydroclean™
87

Reducing Non-Productive Time

High-velocity
annular flow area

Hydroclean
recirculating
zone

View from bottom

Final cuttings
bed height

Dynamic
recirculation

Two zones for full lifting Initial cuttings


and scooping of cuttings ROP
bed height

Hydroclean™ drill pipe and Hydroclean hydrodynamic effects that significantly When properly spaced in the
heavy weight drill pipe are new improve hole-cleaning and greatly drill string, Hydroclean provides:
generation hole-cleaning and torque- reduce the amount of non-productive ■ Reduced operating costs

management tools patented by time associated with a build-up of with reduction of wiper trips,
VAM Drilling. Hydroclean reduces cuttings. These effects increase the backreaming and sweeps;
or eliminates problems associated quantity of cuttings re-introduced into ■ Improved hole-cleaning
with cuttings build-up and excess the flowstream, resulting in a wellbore efficiency (60%);
torque and drag in complex or non- that cleans up better and faster.
■ Reduction in torque-and-drag
conventional wells. For the operator,
loads (30%);
this translates into improved drilling Also, within the machined upsets are
■ Decreased non-productive
performance and significant bearing sections designed to spread
time (20%); and
cost savings. out the bearing load and improve
tool life. The bearing section has a ■ Optimized hydraulics and pressure

Manufactured on full length joints, slightly larger OD and is supplied management through a reduction of
pressure losses by more than 50%.
there are two to three machined with a “casing friendly” hardbanding
upsets with specially designed material. Each bearing section is Hydroclean reduces or eliminates
grooves or “blades” that are the specially designed to allow easy problems with cuttings build-up. Because
primary feature of Hydroclean. In repair using standard automated Hydroclean placement is essential to
these bladed sections, the combination hardbanding machines. The slightly proper product performance, our
of rotational speed, flow rate and the larger OD offers protection against technical support teams are available
specially designed angles produces borewall damage as well as to make sure your string is designed
a number of mechanical and protection of the bladed section. for optimum performance.
Hydroclean™
Reducing Non-Productive Time

Patented dual Specially designed


OD tool joint grooves improve cuttings
prevents wear. transport efficiency.

Hydroclean™ drill pipe is manufactur- suitable to run with standard handling heavy weight drill pipe suitable for
ed with welded construction and equipment and is designed to be H2S environments (proprietary grade
comprised of patented dual OD tool integrated directly into the drill string. VM-110 HDP MS & VM-110 HHW MS).
Placement recommendations are
available from any VAM Drilling
regional office. Hydroclean heavy
weight drill pipe is run with
conventional heavy weight drill pipe.
The rugged design of the two
extended Hydroclean sections
joints and three specially designed makes it ideally suited to assist
central upsets machined directly with hole-cleaning in the BHA.
onto the pipe body. Hydroclean Experience has shown that placing
heavy weight features a mono Hydroclean heavy weight drill pipe
block construction consisting of a as near as possible to the large OD
patented dual OD tool joint with two BHA components will significantly
extra length central upsets and the reduce the risk of pack-off in this
Hydroclean profile machined directly critical area. Hydroclean heavy weight drill pipe is
onto the pipe body. Both products are run with conventional heavy weight
drill pipe as near as possible to the
available in Range 2 and Range 3 Today, VAM Drilling provides
large OD BHA components.
lengths. Hydroclean drill pipe is Hydroclean drill pipe and Hydroclean
89

Hydroclean™ Data
Dimensional Data – Hydroclean Drill Pipe
Nominal OD (in) 2-7/8 3-1/2 4 4-1/2 5 5-1/2 5-7/8 6-5/8
Approx Wt (includes tube & tool joints) (lbs/ft) 18.84 23.05 29.42 35.45 38.56 42.22 43.41 52.61
Tube ID 2 2-5/8 3 3-1/2 4 4-1/2 4-7/8 5-1/2
CENTER UPSET(S)
No. 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3
OD (in) 4-3/4 5-3/8 5-7/8 6-5/8 7 7-5/8 8-1/8 8-5/8
Length (in) 24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24
Central Upset Spacing 57 57 57 57 57 57 57 57
TOOL JOINT
Elevator Upset OD (in) 3 3-5/8 4-1/8 4-5/8 5-1/8 5-11/16 6-1/16 6-3/4
Connection NC31 VAM EIS NC38 VAM EIS NC40 VAM EIS NC46 VAM EIS NC50 VAM EIS 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS VX57 6-5/8 VAM EIS
OD (dual OD) (in) 4-3/4 5-3/8 5-7/8 6-5/8 7 7-5/8 8-1/8 8-5/8
ID (in) 2 2-9/16 2-9/16 3 3-1/4 3-3/4 4-1/4 5
Length (Pin/Box) (in) 29/23 29/23 29/23 29/23 29/23 29/23 29/23 29/23
MINIMUM YIELD STRENGTH
Tube (psi) 120,000 120,000 120,000 120,000 120,000 120,000 120,000 120,000
Tool Joint (psi) 120,000 120,000 120,000 120,000 120,000 120,000 120,000 120,000
BODY MECHANICAL DATA
Tensile Yield (lbs) 402,000 505,000 660,000 754,000 848,000 942,000 1,010,000 1,290,000
Torsional Yield (ft-lbs) 20,600 33,200 49,600 65,500 83,600 104,000 121,000 173,000
TOOL JOINT MECHANICAL DATA
Tensile Yield (lbs) 496,000 649,000 838,000 1,050,000 1,270,000 1,450,000 1,290,000 1,450,000
Torsional Yield (ft-lbs) 18,100 26,100 38,300 55,600 74,700 89,700 86,900 99,600
Make-up Torque (ft-lbs) 10,900 15,700 23,000 33,400 44,800 53,800 54,300 59,700
HARDBANDING LENGTH
Tool Joint 2 x 3” 2 x 3” 2 x 3” 2 x 3” 2 x 3” 2 x 3” 2 x 3” 2 x 3”
Central Part 2 x 3” 2 x 3” 2 x 3” 2 x 3” 2 x 3” 2 x 3” 2 x 3” 2 x 3”
Range “3” pipes and other connections are available upon request.

Dimensional Data – Hydroclean Heavy Weight


Nominal OD (in) 2-7/8 3-1/2 4 4-1/2 5 5-1/2 5-7/8 6-5/8
Approx Wt (includes tube & tool joints) (lbs/ft) 25.26 32.19 39.06 51.17 60.38 62.27 66.38 82.95
Tube ID 1-1/2 2-1/16 2-1/2 2-3/4 3 3-3/4 4 4-1/2
CENTER UPSET(S)
No. 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
OD (in) 4-3/4 5-3/8 5-7/8 6-5/8 7 7-5/8 8-1/8 8-5/8
Length (in) 48 48 48 48 48 48 48 48
Central Upset Spacing 66-2/3 66-2/3 66-2/3 66-2/3 66-2/3 66-2/3 66-2/3 66-2/3
TOOL JOINT
Elevator Upset OD (in) 3 3-5/8 4-1/8 4-5/8 5-1/8 5-11/16 6-1/16 6-3/4
Connection NC31 VAM EIS NC38 VAM EIS NC40 VAM EIS NC46 VAM EIS NC50 VAM EIS 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS VX57 6-5/8 VAM EIS
OD (dual OD) (in) 4-3/4 5-3/8 5-7/8 6-5/8 7 7-5/8 8-1/8 8-5/8
ID (in) 2 2-9/16 2-9/16 3 3-1/4 3-3/4 4-1/4 5
Length (Pin/Box) (in) 30/26 30/26 30/26 30/26 30/26 30/26 30/26 30/26
MINIMUM YIELD STRENGTH
Tube (psi) 110,000 110,000 110,000 110,000 110,000 110,000 110,000 110,000
Tool Joint (psi) 110,000 110,000 110,000 110,000 110,000 110,000 110,000 110,000
BODY MECHANICAL DATA
Tensile Yield (lbs) 520,000 691,000 842,000 1,100,000 1,380,000 1,400,000 1,600,000 2,040,000
Torsional Yield (ft-lbs) 22,900 39,200 56,300 81,400 113,000 135,000 165,000 238,000
TOOL JOINT MECHANICAL DATA
Tensile Yield (lbs) 454,000 595,000 768,000 961,000 1,160,000 1,330,000 1,119,000 1,330,000
Torsional Yield (ft-lbs) 16,600 24,000 35,100 51,000 68,500 82,200 79,700 91,300
Make-up Torque (ft-lbs) 9,440 13,600 20,000 29,000 38,900 46,700 49,700 51,900
HARDBANDING LENGTH
Tool Joint 2 x 3” 2 x 3” 2 x 3” 2 x 3” 2 x 3” 2 x 3” 2 x 3” 2 x 3”
Central Part 2 x 4” 2 x 4” 2 x 4” 2 x 4” 2 x 4” 2 x 4” 2 x 4” 2 x 4”
Range “3” pipes and other connections are available upon request.
VAM DPR SR
For Deepwater Completion and Workover Operations

VAM Drilling drill pipe risers have been designed to improve the efficiency of well intervention and production testing
processes in deep offshore operations. This innovative application for drill pipe has been successfully developed to
replace the traditional technology composed of a drilling riser and a tubing string with a metal-to-metal seal. The
equipment provides improved performance thanks to its design and running properties, including weight reduction,
time saving, and a high degree of reliability. VAM Drilling drill pipe risers have been in use for more than 10 years with
the highest level of efficiency.

The drill pipe riser features the VAM DPR SR connection, which includes a gas-tight seal
rated up to 10,000 psi internal pressure and ensures extreme fatigue resistance and high
tension efficiency. Whether in open-sea mode or in a drilling riser, VAM
DPR SR incorporates an API thread design combined with a double-
shoulder connection, ensuring easy handling, multiple make-up, thread
durability, and cost-effective maintenance. 20000

18000

16000

Circumferential
14000

12000

groove,
10000

PTFE housing
8000

external shoulder
6000

4000
X axis = TENSION (1000 lbs)
2000

-1500 -1300 -1100 -900 -700 -500 -300 -100 100 300 500 700 900 1100 1300 1500
-2000

API thread
-4000

30° loading and


-6000

stabbing flank
-8000 VAM DPR SR Normal Operating Envelope(*)

-10000 Tool Joint Operating Zone(*)

1°/6” taper
67% Pipe Body Yield Strength(*)
-12000
80% Pipe Body Yield Strength(*)

4 TPI
-14000
100% Pipe Body Yield Strength(*)
-16000
Y axis = PRESSURE (psi) (*) Capped and effect included
-18000

-20000

VAM Drilling risers are supplied VAM DPR SR can also be used in
with the following features: any land or shallow offshore well for
production testing as an alternative
Robust and replaceable sealing
Internal shoulder
to tubing strings with metal-to-metal
mechanism;

seals. A strong field experience


More than 100 make-and-breaks; accumulated for over 10 years has
demonstrated substantial savings in

■ FEA based SCF = 1.1. time and cost as a result of using


VAM Drilling drill pipe riser
A comprehensive testing program completion strings as compared to
has been performed to qualify the conventional solutions.
VAM DPR SR connection and to
guarantee its suitability in the VAM DPR SR standard configuration
most severe operational conditions. includes 6-5/8” tube body in X-95
The testing program included: grade, 0.500” wall thickness, and
Multiple make-and-breaks; 8.000” x 5.102” tool joints in 120 ksi
material grade. Other dimensional

Sealability under combined loads and material grade configurations


(tension and compression); are available upon request. Please

VAM DPR SR with Teflon® seal for


gas-tight performance is rated up Sealability under thermo-cycles; contact your nearest sales office for
to 10,000 psi internal pressure. more information about customized

■ Fatigue. “fit-for-purpose” solutions.


VAM DPR HP
91

For High-Pressure Ultra-Deep Water


Completion and Workover Operations

When well intervention or production testing requires high-pressure sealing equipment to ensure safe and
reliable operations (gas, high-pressure wells), VAM Drilling recommends combining its proprietary drill
pipe riser design with the VAM DPR HP tool joint connection. The VAM DPR HP connection exceeds most
of the VAM DPR SR performance criteria and offers significantly higher tension efficiency, extreme fatigue
resistance, and a gas-tight metal-to-metal seal rated up to 15,000 psi internal pressure and to –29°C.

Whether in open-sea mode or in VAM DPR HP proven


a drilling riser, the VAM DPR HP field experience, along
provides user-friendly features, with ISO 13628-7
such as: compliance,
guarantees reliable
Double-shoulder connection
External shoulder
performance for your
with metal-to-metal seal;

more complex deep


Proprietary thread and ultra-deep water
characteristics ensuring easy completion and

handling, multiple make-up workover projects.


(more than 100 make-and- VAM DPR HP

breaks), thread durability and VAM DPR HP standard thread profile

cost-effective maintenance; configuration includes


and 6-5/8” tube body in
X-95 grade, 0.500” wall
SAF = 1.0 based on full-scale thickness and 8.000” x
fatigue test.

5.102” tool joints in


110 ksi material grade.
Internal shoulder/
A comprehensive test program metal-to-metal
Other dimensional
seal area
has been performed to qualify
the VAM DPR HP connection and material grade
and to guarantee its suitability
to the most severe operational
20000

conditions. The testing


18000

16000

program included:
14000

12000

10000

Multiple make-and-breaks;
8000

6000
■ 4000

Sealability combined
X axis = TENSION (1000 lbs)
2000

with fatigue and


■ -1500 -1300 -1100 -900 -700 -500 -300 -100 100 300 500 700 900 1100 1300 1500
-2000

make-and-break cycles;
-4000

-6000

-8000 VAM DPR HP Normal Operating Envelope (*)

Sealability under combined


-10000 Tool Joint Operating Zone(*)

-12000 67% Pipe Body Yield Strength(*)

loads (tension and


80% Pipe Body Yield Strength(*)
■ -14000
100% Pipe Body Yield Strength(*)
-16000

compression);
Y axis = PRESSURE (psi) (*) Capped and effect included
-18000

-20000

configurations that increase upon request. Please contact


Sealability under
tensile strength or improve your nearest sales office for more
thermo-cycles; and

performance in Sour Service information about customized


■ Fatigue. environments are available “fit-for-purpose” solutions.
Landing Strings
For Casing Running and Subsea Equipment Installations

For today’s most

complex offshore

drilling environments,

VAM Drilling has the

innovative products

you need to ensure

project success.

Landing strings, an important component in today’s Ultra-deep water drilling and extended reach wells are
offshore drilling operations, are tubulars with a similar pushing the tensile strength limits of drilling equipment
configuration to drill pipe, but with thicker wall and to new levels. These challenges have fuelled innovation
larger cross-sectional areas on the tube body. in high-strength grades beyond the traditional S-135.
These strings are designed to run casing and to Today VAM Drilling offers VM-140 DP, VM-150 DP and
land heavy subsea equipment on the seabed. even VM-165 DP ksi material grades.
VAM Drilling designs and manufactures these
types of strings in nominal sizes of 5” or larger VAM Drilling landing string products feature:
(and with wall thicknesses that exceed 1”).
■ Standard and customized nominal tube ODs;

Typical configurations include: ■ Standard and customized wall thicknesses;


Standard and high-strength grades;
Nominal Wall Tube Body Tube Body

Tube OD Thickness Material Grade Tensile Strength Standard and customized tool joint configurations
5 0.625” S-135 1,160,000 lbs for higher elevator capacities;

5-1/2” 0.750” VM-140 1,570,000 lbs Crush-proof section for slip crushing resistance; and
5-7/8” 0.750” VM-150 1,810,000 lbs

API or premium double-shoulder connections for


6-5/8” 0.813” VM-165 2,450,000 lbs internal flush configurations.

Please contact our local sales teams and technical support for customized “fit-for-purpose” solutions.
Non-Magnetic Materials
93

For Directional Drilling

For directional drilling applications, galling. Consistent non-magnetic Amagnit™ 601 is also available
VAM Drilling supplies BHA behavior is essential in this special upon request.
components made from Amagnit™ alloy steel, as well as material that is
501, a chrome manganese carbon free of hot spots. These non-magnetic Laboratory tests and actual field
austenitic alloy obtained by characteristics of Amagnit 501 use confirm that Amagnit 501
combining a proprietary chemical are certified by VAM Drilling upon provides excellent resistance to
analysis and a rotary hammer delivery for the life of the product. stress corrosion cracking in an
forging process. aggressive chloride environment.
Mechanical and non-magnetic
Amagnit 501 is specifically designed properties of Amagnit 501 meet or
VAM Drilling’s
for extreme service. This chrome exceed API 7.1 and ISO 10424:2004 Amagnit™ 501
manganese, low carbon austenitic minimum requirements. and Amagnit™ 601
non-magnetic
alloy ensures non-magnetic steel
alloys provide
that is resistant to stress corrosion For specific downhole applications resistance to
cracking and provides superior where higher mechanical properties stress corrosion
mechanical properties with low are required, as can often be the cracking and
exhibit consider-
magnetic permeability, excellent case with MWD housing, high- able anti-galling
machineability, and no tendency for strength corrosion resistant steel characteristics.
Non-Magnetic Materials
For Directional Drilling

The metallurgical and material non-sensitized microstructure.


integrity of Amagnit™ 501 is This is achieved through the rigorous
achieved by careful raw material selection of the time/temperature/
selection, closely controlled force cycle used during the warm-
remelting procedures and efficient working process.
forging. Exact time/temperature/force
cycles are achieved on a high- Amagnit 501 was exposed to
speed, high-precision rotary forge. proprietary test methods of a
The melting technology and warm major directional drilling company
forging process used in making (U-bend, C-ring, etc) and out-
Amagnit 501 alloy eliminate the performed competitive grades.
precipitation of carbides on grain A detailed report of the test
boundaries, thus producing a results is available on request.

Non-Magnetic Material Properties – Amagnit™ 501

Drill Collar Yield Strength Tensile Min Min Min The ultimate performance
OD Range Min (at 0.2%) Strength Min Elongation Reduction Charpy
of Amagnit 501 depends as
(in) % % (ft-lbs)
much on quality assurance
≥ 800 MPa 930 MPa
3-1/2 – 6-7/8 25 50 73 and quality control as on
(≥ 116,000 psi) (135,000 psi)
its patented chemistry and
≥ 770 MPa ≥ 900 MPa
7 – 11 25 50 73 forging process. In addition,
(≥ 112,000 psi) (≥ 130,000 psi)
systematic stress corrosion
tests on each bar provide
Non-Magnetic Material Properties – Amagnit™ 601
constant correlation between
Drill Collar Yield Strength Tensile Min Min Min its actual chemistry time/
OD Range Min (at 0.2%) Strength Min Elongation Reduction Charpy
temperature/force cycles
(in) % % (ft-lbs)
and its corrosion resistance.
≥ 320 MPa 680–820 MPa
≤ 10 ≥ 35 ≥ 50 ≥ 103
(≥ 46,000 psi) (100,000–120,000 psi)
Superior corrosion and galling
≥ 965 MPa ≥ 1035 MPa
3-3/4 – 9-1/4 ≥ 20 ≥ 50 ≥ 74 resistance make Amagnit 501
(≥ 140,000 psi) (≥ 150,000 psi)
≥ 900 MPa ≥ 1035 MPa the obvious choice for
> 9-1/4 – 10 ≥ 20 ≥ 50 ≥ 74
(≥ 130,000 psi) (≥ 150,000 psi) downhole equipment.
95

Kellys — A VAM Drilling Standard

VAM Drilling Kellys are manufactured


on equipment specially designed for
this application.

The VAM Drilling precision- VAM Drilling offers square and hexagonal
machined Kelly is a heavy Kellys up to 46’ and features include:
square or hexagonal steel tube
Manufactured from AISI 4145H-
supported by the swivel through modified, fully heat-treated alloy

the rotary table and connected steel with a Brinell hardness range
to the first joint of drill pipe in the of 285–341 and a minimum average
drill string. Straightness is the Charpy impact value of 40 ft-lbs;
key to VAM Drilling’s Ends and drive sections, IDs and
manufacturing process. connections machined and inspected

Straightness is checked before, to API specifications;


during and after each machining Kelly bars ultrasonically inspected
operation. Flats are precision- over full length and section; and

milled to API specifications. All


Shipped in a protective steel-cased
milling is performed on specially scabbard; rathole scabbards can be

designed rigid Kelly mills. provided upon request.


Square and Hexagonal Kellys Data
Top Upset Bottom Upset Drive Section Approximate Weight
Length (ft) Standard Optional
Type Nominal Drive Overall LH Tool Joint LH Tool Joint RH Tool Joint Bore Across Across
Size Section Connection OD Connection OD Connection OD Corners Flats Standard Optional
(in) (in) (in) (in) (in) (lbs) (lbs)

3 37 40 6-5/8 Reg 7-3/4 4-1/2 Reg 5-3/4 NC31 4-1/8 1-3/4 3.875 3 1,090 995
3 43 46 6-5/8 Reg 7-3/4 4-1/2 Reg 5-3/4 NC31 4-1/8 1-3/4 3.875 3 1,225 1,125
3-1/2 37 40 6-5/8 Reg 7-3/4 4-1/2 Reg 5-3/4 NC38 4-3/4 2-1/4 4.437 3-1/2 1,315 1,215
3-1/2 43 46 6-5/8 Reg 7-3/4 4-1/2 Reg 5-3/4 NC38 4-3/4 2-1/4 4.437 3-1/2 1,475 1,380
4-1/4 37 40 6-5/8 Reg 7-3/4 4-1/2 Reg 5-3/4 NC46 or NC50 6 – 6-1/4 2-13/16 5.500 4-1/4 1,810 1,710
SQUARE

4-1/4 43 46 6-5/8 Reg 7-3/4 4-1/2 Reg 5-3/4 NC46 or NC50 6-3/8 – 6-1/2 2-13/16 5.500 4-1/4 2,050 1,950
5-1/4 37 40 6-5/8 Reg 7-3/4 – – NC50 or 5-1/2 FH 7 3-1/4 6.750 5-1/4 2,745 –
5-1/4 43 46 6-5/8 Reg 7-3/4 – – NC50 or 5-1/2 FH 7 3-1/4 6.750 5-1/4 3,140 –
6 37 40 6-5/8 Reg 7-3/4 – – 6-5/8 FH 8 3-1/2 7.625 6 3,680 –
6 43 46 6-5/8 Reg 7-3/4 – – 6-5/8 FH 8 3-1/2 7.625 6 4,220 –

3 37 40 6-5/8 Reg 7-3/4 4-1/2 Reg 5-3/4 NC26 3-3/8 1-1/2 3.375 3 970 870
3 43 46 6-5/8 Reg 7-3/4 4-1/2 Reg 5-3/4 NC26 3-3/8 1-1/2 3.375 3 1,090 995
3-1/2 37 40 6-5/8 Reg 7-3/4 4-1/2 Reg 5-3/4 NC31 4-1/8 1-3/4 3.937 3-1/2 1,270 1,170
3-1/2 43 46 6-5/8 Reg 7-3/4 4-1/2 Reg 5-3/4 NC31 4-1/8 1-3/4 3.937 3-1/2 1,465 1,365
HEXAGONAL

4-1/4 37 40 6-5/8 Reg 7-3/4 4-1/2 Reg 5-3/4 NC38 4-3/4 2-1/4 4.781 4-1/4 1,630 1,530
4-1/4 43 46 6-5/8 Reg 7-3/4 4-1/2 Reg 5-3/4 NC38 4-3/4 2-1/4 4.781 4-1/4 1,850 1,755
5-1/4 37 40 6-5/8 Reg 7-3/4 – – NC46 or NC50 6 – 6-1/4 2-13/16 or 3-1/4 5.900 5-1/4 2,250 –
5-1/4 43 46 6-5/8 Reg 7-3/4 – – NC46 or NC50 6-3/8 – 6-1/2 2-13/16 or 3-1/4 5.900 5-1/4 2,570 –
6 37 40 6-5/8 Reg 7-3/4 – – 5-1/2 FH 7 3-1/2 6.812 6 2,900 –
6 43 46 6-5/8 Reg 7-3/4 – – 5-1/2 FH 7 3-1/2 6.812 6 3,320 –
97

Safety Valves
VAM Drilling is a major manufacturer
of drilling Safety Valves, including
Kelly Valves, Retrievable Drop-In
Check Valves and Inside BOP Valves.
KC4S Each of these valves is available in
three different versions:

Standard. Suitable for normal


drilling conditions. The valve body

is made of AISI 4145H-modified


alloy steel, heat-treated to 285–341
Brinell hardness and a minimum
impact strength value of 42J as per
ASTM 370 Charpy V-Notch, at
–10°C. Inner surfaces of bodies
are treated to enhance mud
corrosion resistance and
maintenance operations.

H2S Trim. This version has


been designed for low H2S

concentrations. Internal parts


are made of corrosion-resistant
materials matching the NACE
MR0175 standard, fitted in a
KC2S standard body.

NACE Version. The NACE version


fully meets the NACE MR0175

standard to resist higher H2S


concentrations. The body is made
of UNS S17400, heat-treated to
VAM Drilling
meet both NACE standard and
manufactures
API Spec 7 (latest editions).
Kelly Valves,
Retrievable Drop-In VAM Drilling Safety Valves meet
Check Valves and or exceed API 7.1 and ISO 10424:2004
Inside BOP Valves minimum requirements and are
used throughout proposed in Class 1 or 2 versions.
the world.
Upper and Lower Kelly Valves
VAM Drilling provides both one-
piece and two-piece Kelly Valves Snap Ring

designed for maximum fluid Retainer Ring


circulation without pressure loss.
Valves are supplied with either API Split Retainer Ring

or VAM Drilling proprietary double- Upper Spring


shoulder connections.
Upper Seat
VAM Drilling offers two types of
Upper Seat O Ring
Kelly Valves:
Spherical Plug
The KC2S Kelly Valve with PTFE
rings inserted in both the upper

Lower Seat O Ring


and lower seats, which provides
superior sealing capability, even Lower Seat
at low pressures. Lower Spring
The KC4S Kelly Valve has metal- Body
to-metal seals. The superior

sealing capacity of the KC4S


Kelly Valve is reached by Knob O Ring
controlled elastic deformation of
Knob Plate
the special plug. This technology,
combined with enhanced seat Operating Knob
guidance, guarantees excellent
sealing characteristics throughout
the life of the valve.

KC2S and KC4S Kelly Valves are available


in either standard or H2S resistant versions
and are supplied according to
Class 1 or 2 test specifications.
VAM Drilling offers
two types of Kelly VAM Drilling Kelly Valves feature:
Valves, one with
Simple construction for trouble-free operations
PTFE rings and easy servicing;

inserted in both the


upper and lower
■ Sealed lubrication packing;
seats and the Complete stainless steel valve parts for Sour Service;
other with metal-to-

PSI working pressure 10,000 and 15,000; and


metal seals.

■ Operating wrench and thread protectors.


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Upper and Lower Kelly Valves Data


Lower Kelly Cock KC2S 202 Standard 203 Standard 206 Standard 206 Standard 207 Standard 209 Standard
Upper connection NC38 (3-1/2 IF) NC38 (3-1/2 IF) NC50 5-1/2 FH 6-5/8 Reg 8-5/8 Reg
Lower connection NC38 (3-1/2 IF) NC38 (3-1/2 IF) NC50 5-1/2 FH 6-5/8 Reg 8-5/8 Reg
OD (in) 4-3/4 5-3/8 6-5/8 7-1/4 8 10
ID (in) 1-3/4 2-1/8 2-13/16 2-13/16 3-1/16 4-1/4
Length SH to SH (in) 13 15 16 16 16 18
Weight (lbs) 51 75 113 144 179 298

Lower Kelly Cock KC2S 206 Standard 207 Standard


Upper connection NC50 VAM EIS 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS
Lower connection NC50 VAM EIS 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS
Intermediate connection 5-1/4 – 4 STUB ACME – 2G 5-3/4 – 4 STUB ACME – 2G
OD (in) 6-5/8 7
ID (in) 2-13/16 3-1/16
Length SH to SH (in) 24 24
Weight (lbs) 202 190

Lower Kelly Cock KC2S 202 H2S Trim 203 H2S Trim 206 H2S trim 207 H2S Trim
Upper connection NC38 (3-1/2 IF) NC38 (3-1/2 IF) NC50 6-5/8 Reg
Lower connection NC38 (3-1/2 IF) NC38 (3-1/2 IF) NC50 6-5/8 Reg
OD (in) 4-3/4 5-3/8 6-5/8 8
ID (in) 1-3/4 2-1/8 2-13/16 3-1/16
Length SH to SH (in) 13 15 16 16
Weight (lbs) 51 75 113 179

Lower Kelly Cock KC2S 207 H2S Trim Upper Kelly Cock KC4S 407 Standard
Upper connection 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS Upper connection 6-5/8 REG
Lower connection 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS Lower connection 6-5/8 REG
Intermediate connection 5-3/4 – 4 STUB ACME – 2G OD (in) 7-3/4
OD (in) 7 ID (in) 3-1/16
ID (in) 3-1/16 Length SH to SH (in) 18
Length SH to SH (in) 24 Weight (lbs) 194
Weight (lbs) 190
Upper Kelly Cock KC4S 407 H2S Trim
Upper Kelly Cock KC2S 206 Standard 207 Standard Upper connection 6-5/8 REG
Upper connection 6-5/8 Reg LH 6-5/8 Reg LH Lower connection 6-5/8 REG
Lower connection 6-5/8 Reg LH 6-5/8 Reg LH OD (in) 7-3/4
OD (in) 7-3/4 7-3/4 ID (in) 3-1/16
ID (in) 2-13/16 3-1/16 Length SH to SH (in) 18
Length SH to SH (in) 16 16 Weight (lbs) 194
Weight (lbs) 170 170

Lower Kelly Cock KC4S 404 Standard 406 Standard Ordering Information
Upper connection NC38 (3-1/2 IF) NC50 (4-1/2 IF)
Lower connection NC38 (3-1/2 IF) NC50 (4-1/2 IF)
OD (in) 5-3/8 6-5/8
On orders and inquiries, please specify
ID (in) 2-1/4 2-13/16 the following:
Length SH to SH (in) 15 16 ■ KC2S or KC4S
Weight (lbs) 75 124
■ Trim (standard, H2S, Full Nace)

Lower Kelly Cock KC4S 404 H2S Trim ■ Series (202, 203...)
Upper connection NC38 (3-1/2 IF)
■ Outside diameter
Lower connection NC38 (3-1/2 IF)
OD (in) 5-3/8 ■ Connection type and size
ID (in) 2-1/4
Length SH to SH (in) 15 Other sizes and optional features are
Weight (lbs) 75 available upon request.
Check Valves

VAM Drilling offers two different types of Overshot


Check Valves, Inside BOP Valves and
Retrievable Drop-In Check Valves.

The Inside BOP Valve (IBOP) is a heavy duty


Check Valve used in protecting against drill
string kicks at the rig floor level. It can be
left in the drill string as long as necessary to
re-establish well-pressure balance control.

Features include:

■ OD sizes ranging from 3-3/8” to 9-1/2”;


ID sizes ranging from 1-1/2” to 2-13/16”; and
Check Valve

■ PSI working pressure 10,000 and 15,000.

The Retrievable Drop-In Check


Valve (RDCV) is used to control
back flows from high-pressure
formations. It also allows
downward fluid circulation
within the drill string. When
the back flow is under control,
the Drop-In Check Valve may
be retrieved using a wire line.
Landing Sub

Features include:

OD sizes ranging from


VAM Drilling 1-9/32” to 3-7/64”;

Check Valves
ensure rig safety ID sizes ranging from 3/8”
by providing to 1-11/16”;

protection from
PSI working pressure
kicks in high
10,000 and 15,000; and

pressure
formations. Optional features, including
non-API connections,

landing sub ODs and


landing sub lengths.
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Check Valves Data


Inside BOP (IBOP) Series 1 Series 2 Series 3 Series 3 Series 4 Series 4

Connection NC26 (2-3/8 IF) NC31 (2-7/8 IF) NC38 (3-1/2 IF) NC38 (3-1/2 IF) NC50 (4-1/2 IF) NC50 (4-1/2 IF)
OD (in) 3-3/8 4-1/8 4-3/4 5 6-1/2 6-5/8
ID (in) 1-1/2 1-3/4 2-1/4 2-1/4 2-13/16 2-13/16
Length (in) 31 32 33 33 35 35

Ordering Information
On orders and inquiries, please specify the
following:
■ IBOP

■ Trim (standard, H2S, Full Nace)


■ Series (1, 2, 3…)
■ Connection type and length
Optional features are available upon request.

RDCV 902 903 905 906 907

Check Valve OD (in) 1-25/32 2-5/32 2-15/32 2-27/32 3-3/64


Requested drill string ID (in) 1-27/32 2-7/32 2-19/64 2-29/32 3-7/64
Check Valve ID (in) 5/8 3/4 1-1/8 1-3/8 1-9/16
Connection NC38 NC38 NC50 NC50 5-1/2 FH
Landing sub OD mini (in) 4-3/4 4-3/4 6-3/8 – 6-1/2 – 6-5/8 6-3/8 – 6-1/2 – 6-5/8 7
Landing sub length
between shoulders (in) 18 22 24 25 26-1/2
Landing sub drift diameter (in) 1-29/64 1-27/32 2-1/8 2-33/64 2-11/16

Ordering Information
On orders and inquiries, please specify the following:
■ RDCV

■ Trim (standard, H2S, Full Nace)


■ Series (902, 903, 905…)
■ Landing sub OD
■ Landing sub connection type and length
Other series and optional features are
available upon request.
Pup Joints
VAM Drilling Pup Joints are Nominal Size Tool Joint OD Tool Joint ID Pin TJ Tong Box TJ Tong Connection
available in standard lengths A (in) B (in) in C (in) D (in)

of 5’, 10’, 15’ and 20’. Other


2-3/8 3-3/8 1-1/2 9 12 NC26
configurations are available
2-7/8 4-1/8 2-1/8 9 11 NC31
upon request. VAM Drilling
3-1/2 4-3/4 2-9/16 10 12-1/2 NC38
Pup Joints are made from
modified alloy steel heat- 3-1/2 5 2-1/8 10 12-1/2 NC38
treated to a Brinell Hardness 4 5-1/4 2-11/16 9 12 NC40
range of 285–341 with a 4-1/2 6-1/4 3 9 12 NC46
Charpy V-Notch minimum 5 6-1/2 3-1/4 9 12 NC50
impact strength of 40 ft-lbs 5 6-5/8 2-3/4 9 12 NC50
at 70°F guaranteed to one 5 6-5/8 3-1/4 9 12 NC50
inch below the surface. 5-1/2 7-1/4 3-1/2 8 10 5-1/2 FH
Connections can be cold 5-1/2 7-1/2 3-1/2 10 12 5-1/2 FH
rolled after machining, if 6-5/8 8-1/2 4-1/4 8 10 6-5/8 FH
requested. All connections 6-5/8 8 5 8 10 6-5/8 FH
are phos-coated to prevent
galling during initial make-up. B A B

VAM Drilling also offers


integral Pup Joints for Sour
Service applications. VM-110
PUP S is a Sour Service
C D
L
compliant Pup Joint based Nominal Size Tool Joint OD Tool Joint ID Pin TJ Tong Box TJ Tong Connection
on ERS 425™ material (in) (in) (in) (in) (in)
providing improved resistance
to sulfide stress cracking with 3-1/2 4-3/4 2-7/16 10 14 NC38 VAM EIS
high yield strength. 3-1/2 5 2-9/16 10 15-1/2 NC38 VAM EIS
4 5 2-9/16 10 15 NC40 VAM EIS
For more information about 4-1/2 6-1/4 3-1/4 11 14 NC46 VAM EIS
VM-110 PUP S, see page 21. 5 6-5/8 3-1/4 9 15 NC50 VAM EIS
5 6-5/8 3-1/2 9 12 NC50 VAM EIS
5-1/2 7 3-1/2 10 15 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS
5-1/2 7 3-3/4 10 15 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS
5-1/2 7 4 10 12 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS
5-7/8 7 3-3/4 10 15 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS
5-7/8 7 4 10 12 5-1/2 FH VAM EIS
6-5/8 8 5 10 15 6-5/8 FH VAM EIS
6-5/8 8-1/2 5 10 15 6-5/8 FH VAM EIS
VAM Drilling Pup Joints are
available in any size or Sour Service grades and equivalent to G-105 and S-135 are available upon request
configuration required. Length L(ft): 5; 10; 15; 20
Other configurations are available upon request
Drill Stem Subs, Rotary Subs,
103

Lift Subs and Lift Plugs

Reduced Straight Bit Sub Kelly


Section/Bottleneck Subs OD Subs Saver Sub

VAM Drilling proposes all types of minimum impact strength of 40 ft-lbs and Lift Plugs are available in sizes
drill stem subs, including Reduced at 70°F guaranteed to one inch from 3-1/8” to 11”.
Section Subs, Straight OD Subs, below the surface. Subs are heat-
Bit Subs, Kelly Saver Subs and treated to 110,000 psi minimum yield Product Data Tables are available
Lift Subs, as well as Pump-in Subs, strength. Connections can be cold upon request.
Side-entry Subs and Circulating Subs. rolled after machining, if requested.
All connections are phos-coated to
Drill stem subs are made of AISI prevent galling during initial make-up.
4145H-modified steel and manufac-
tured to the same specifications used VAM Drilling drill stem subs are avail-
for VAM Drilling drill collars. VAM able in sizes from 3-1/8” to 11-1/4”
Drilling heat-treatment processes and in a full range of connection
VAM Drilling drill stem subs are available
ensure a Brinell Hardness range of combinations and standard lengths.
in any size or configuration required.
285–341 with a Charpy V-Notch VAM Drilling heavy-duty Lift Subs

Pump-in Side-entry Circulating


Lift Plug Lift Subs
Sub Sub Sub
Drilling Stabilizers

Stabilizers are used to prevent buckling of


drill collars and undesirable deviation of the
drill string. Typically, one or two stabilizers
are placed in the bottom hole assembly (BHA)
to increase drill string stability. Additional
stabilizers can be added to the drill string to
further improve BHA solidness and minimize
wellbore deviation.

Stabilizers are also used to avoid differential


sticking of the drill string and to reduce
vibration, drill pipe whirl and wellbore
turtuousity. Whether you are drilling vertical,
horizontal or deviated wells, by using VAM
Drilling stabilizers you maintain drilling trajectory
to reach your drilling targets efficiently.

Dimensions Fishing Neck Wall Contact Overall Length Blade Angle Blade Width Approx Weight
Hole Size Length OD Length Near Bit String Open Design Tight Design BW (lbs)
(in) (in) (in) (in) (in) (in) 360° Coverage (in)

6 28 4-3/4 16 69 72 15° 15° 2-3/16 320


8-1/2 28 6-1/2 16 69 73 15° 23° 2-3/8 717
12-1/4 30 8 18 77 82 15° 27° 3-1/2 1,146
12-1/4 30 9-1/2 18 77 82 15° 27° 3-1/2 1,477
16 30 9-1/2 18 87 92 15° 35° 4-1/2 2,227
17-1/2 30 9-1/2 18 89 93 15° 38° 4-1/2 2,315
26 30 9-1/2 18 98 103 15° 43° 5 3,417
105

Client Specifications and Inspections


Client Specifications
Because VAM Drilling monitors
quality during all phases of production
for all of its products, we can ensure No matter what your
superior performance. In addition to conditions are or where
VAM Drilling’s strict design specifications, you drill, the optimum
our products adhere to the most
performance of your
demanding industry standards or
individual client specifications and are VAM Drilling products is
immediately suitable for use on the rig critical. Whether you are
site upon delivery. Where applicable, drilling shallow wells in the
VAM Drilling manufactures products
Middle East or a deepwater
in compliance with the following
API standards: HP/HT well in the Gulf of

API Specification 5DP Mexico, VAM Drilling’s


(ISO 11961) product quality is designed

API Specifications 7.1 & 7.2 to go above and beyond


(ISO 10424:2004 & your expectations.

ISO 10424-2:2007)
API Recommended Practice 7G
(ISO 10407:1993)

Furthermore, VAM Drilling products


can be supplied with the following
specifications:
■ NS1
■ DS1
IRP 1.8
VAM Drilling can supply products inspectors to guarantee the

Customer supplied specification


according to the most stringent independent technical inspection,

When a client requires unique customer requirements. Today, testing, assessment and approval
specifications, a team of dedicated specially designed and of our products. Inspection
engineers reviews the specification manufactured pipes are drilling companies regularly certify the
to ensure it is feasible and that the complex wells for our clients compliance of our products to
manufacturing process is modified around the world. If you have international standards and the
accordingly to guarantee specific needs, do not hesitate customer's technical specification
client satisfaction. to contact your local sales office during and after manufacturing,
to see what VAM Drilling can right up to delivery. VAM Drilling
VAM Drilling facilities meet the
do for you. welcomes these inspections and
following quality standards:
readily works hand-in-hand with
API Specification Q1 Third Party Inspection inspectors in order to guarantee
In certain circumstances, clients the success of their mission and

ISO 9001
may ask us to work with third party our clients’ satisfaction.

■ ISO 11961
Hardbanding

Hardbanding is available in raised,


semi-raised or flush configurations.
“Casing friendly” solutions can also
be selected. In addition to our
proprietary tungsten carbide
hardbanding (Series 1000, 3000
and 5000 and Series CF 500, 1000
and 2000), VAM Drilling is also a
qualified applicator for:
■ Tuboscope TCS 8000 and TCS Ti

■ ARNCO 100XT & 150XT

■ Armacor M Star

■ Duraband NC

■ Castolin OTW-12

■ Procasing

Hardbanding supplied by Standard Application hardbanding (generally 2 x 3”) are


VAM Drilling increases tool applied to the center wear pad.
joint life and is applied prior Drill Pipe
to the tool joint being welded VAM Drilling offers hardbanding on tool Drill Collar
to the pipe body. It is applied joint box sections. However, special Type B hardbanding is recommended
under closely controlled requests for tool joint pin sections and on drill collars with slip and elevator
conditions, resulting in a box elevator tapers are also available. recesses and is applied in a 4” long
uniform, low porosity, wear- wear pad above the elevator recess,
resistant surface. Several bands of hardbanding a 1” long wear pad above the slip
(generally 3” to 4” in length) are applied recess, and a 10” long wear pad under
VAM Drilling’s special to the box tool joint and an optional the slip recess.
hardbanding (Series 5000 band (approximately 3/4” in length) can
and Series CF 2000) is a be applied to the box elevator taper. For drill collars with only slip recess,
non-abrasive hardbanding in type C hardbanding is applied to a
which the tungsten carbide Heavy Weight Drill Pipe 10” long wear pad under the slip
pellets are buried below the VAM Drilling offers hardbanding on tool recess and a 4” long wear pad above
joint surface and covered joint pin and box sections and center the slip recess.
with a layer of soft metal. wear pad. However, special requests for
This special hardbanding is tool joint box elevator tapers are also For drill collars without any recess,
recommended when casing available. Several bands of hardbanding type A hardbanding is applied to slick
wear is a problem and there (generally 3” to 4” in length) are applied drill collars in a 10” long wear pad
is an issue with aggressive to the pin and box tool joints and an located 30” from the end of the pin.
formations. optional band (approximately 3/4” in
length) may be applied to the box For more information on drill collar
elevator taper. Several bands of hardbanding, see page 79.
107

Make and Break – Saves You Money

2500

Make-up/Break-out Costs at Rig

2000
Cost of Rig Site Make-up/Break-out
Figures in $ Thousands

1500

1000
Day Rates
$25,000
$50,000
500 $100,000
$200,000
$300,000
$400,000
0

VAM Drilling’s make-up/break-out service is performed Procedure for tool joint make-up/break-out:
consistently using the same procedure for each joint of Joints are finish-machined, inspected and
pipe, thus avoiding material handling mishaps and the phos-coated prior to operation;

potential variability of procedure used on different rig


sites. If galling does occur during the process, it is Threads of each box and pin member are cleaned
thoroughly to remove any oil, grease or other matter;

repaired or replaced immediately, saving additional rig


time or transportation. Pipe that has been properly Box and pin threads are thoroughly coated with drill
broken-in lasts longer. pipe thread compound;

Time is money on the drilling rig. It takes about Joints are made-up hand tight and then power-
tightened to 100% of recommended make-up

10 minutes per joint to break-in pipe at the rig site.


If you are breaking in a 15,000-foot drill string (about torque and broken-out to hand-tight condition for
500 joints), that’s 5,000 minutes (or 83 hours) of rig three successive make and break cycles; and
and crew time. The chart above demonstrates the Joints are finally broken apart, cleaned thoroughly,
cost of pipe break-in at different rig day rates. and inspected to ensure that no galling of the

threads and sealing shoulders has occurred.

Factory make-up/break-out of VAM Drilling tool joints


provides excellent insurance against damage to
drill pipe connections.
Coating

Internal Plastic Coating


Internal Plastic Coating (IPC) is generally an
epoxy resin that is applied on the ID of drill
pipe and heavy weight drill pipe in a thin layer
(0.1 to 0.4 µm or 5 to 15 mils). It is deposited
on the pipe after the entire manufacturing
process is complete. The coating plays a
key role in the protection of the pipe ID from
corrosion, thus extending the life span of
the tubular in the field.

Additionally, IPC significantly improves the


flow of fluids within the pipe. The coating is
designed such that mechanical (tensile and
torsional) performances of the pipe are
fully preserved.

Benefits include: IPC solutions that are available for VAM


Drilling customers on a global basis include:
Prevention of pipe ID corrosion, which can
induce pipe cracks and failures; NOV Tuboscope – TK-34, TK-34 P,

TK-34 XT; and


Reduction of friction losses along the


string, therefore giving additional DJ Coatings – DJ207.

operational margin on pressure budget (up


Other coating materials are available


to 15%); on request.
■ Compatibility with all drilling fluids; External Coating
Decrease of ID build-up; Before shipping, VAM Drilling products are
externally coated on the outer surface, and

Resistance to high temperatures up to protectors are fitted on the threads. This external
204°C (400°F) with mud flow; and coating acts as a barrier against corrosion during

transportation and long-term storage.


Field proven solution.
A varnish is applied to drill pipes. On all other

Plastic coatings provided by VAM Drilling products and accessories, VAM Drilling applies
have an extensive worldwide field record. paint. Both the varnish and the paint have
VAM Drilling has identified coating solutions been developed to minimize environmental
near all of our manufacturing plants. impact. For technical specifications on each
of the above products, please contact your
Pipe supplied by VAM Drilling is available with local VAM Drilling Technical Support.
most industry accepted coating and is applied
by premium coating applicators worldwide.
109

Thread Compounds
VAM Drilling Ensures the Proper Use of Its Products in the Field

The use of thread compounds on VAM Drilling products is required to guarantee safe operations and superior
product performance. Pipe thread compound (pipe dope) is a specially formulated blend of lubricate and fine
particles that prevents thread galling (a particular form of metal-to-metal damage) and assists in sealing the
connection. The American Petroleum Institute (API) specifies properties of pipe dope, including its coefficient
of friction. The rig crew applies pipe dope to the drill pipe tool joints every time a connection is made according
to the corresponding VAM Drilling procedure.

As per API rules, make-up torque values are calculated with the friction factor of the dope equal to 1.
In the case of HP/HT drilling conditions, the Example:
stability of the dope’s friction factor has to be ■ Published recommended make-up torque = 20,000 ft-lbs

checked. In the case of a friction factor different


■ Thread compound friction factor = 1.12
from 1, published make-up torque values must
be corrected by multiplying them by the thread
compound friction factor. ► Final make-up torque = 20,000 x 1.12 = 22,400 ft-lbs

Application of Thread Compound (Running Dope)

Before applying the thread


compound to connections, check The thread compound should be applied evenly but sparingly, so that the
to see that the threads and the thread profile is still visible, as shown in the following pictures:
shoulders are clean and free of Thread compound to be applied on external shoulder
dirt or other foreign material.
Thread compound to be applied on threaded area
Drilling fluids and/or additives may
affect the frictional properties of Thread compound to be applied on internal shoulder
the thread compound or increase
the chance of corrosion within the
connection, so it is important to
rinse all foreign material off the
connection prior to applying
thread compound.

In order to ease the application of Figure 6. The correct


thread compound in cold climates, application of thread
it may be necessary to heat the compound
compound before application. Figure 7. Too little Figure 8. Too much
Never add solvents to thin the thread compound thread compound
thread compound.
It is important that the correct amount of thread compound be applied on con-
After application of thread nections. VAM Drilling is concerned about the use of its products on the field
compound, the lid must be and their environmental impact. Please follow VAM Drilling recommendations
set over the bucket in order to regarding quantities and application procedure for thread compounds.

!
prevent foreign material or water
from entering the bucket and VAM Drilling declines any responsibility if the thread
contaminating the compound. compound does not meet supplier specifications.
Thread Protectors

Far less expensive than the


Thread Protectors Pin Box Weight
Drill Collar Connection Protector Protector per Set

cost of re-cutting threads, VAM


OD Range (in) Weight (lbs) Weight (lbs) (lbs)

Drilling thread protectors offer NC23


2-2/4 REG
4
4
6
6
10
10
guaranteed thread protection
3-1/2 – 3-7/8
NC26 4 6 10
2-3/8 IF 4 7 11
and are available for all standard 2-7/8 XH 7 6 13
oilfield connections. VAM Drilling
2-7/8 IF 7 6 13
4 – 4-3/4
NC31 7 6 13
products are generally shipped 3-1/2 REG
NC35
7
10
8
9
15
19
with standard plastic protectors, 4-1/2 – 5-1/4 3-1/2 XH 10 9 19
10 9 19
while cast-steel protectors are
NC38
3-1/2 IF 10 9 19
available as an option. Lift 3-1/2 H-90 14 11 25
5 – 5-3/4 NC40 14 11 25
certification can be provided 4 FH
4 H-90
14
17
11
13
25
31
upon request. 5-3/4 – 6-1/4 4-1/2 REG 17 13 31
NC44 17 13 31
4-1/2 FH 17 13 31
VAM Drilling precision-machined 6-1/4 – 6-3/4
4 IF
NC46
18
18
14
14
31
31
cast steel thread protectors are 4-1/2 H-90
5 H-90
18
21
14
18
31
39
ideal for handling and protecting 5-1/2 REG 21 18 39
6-3/4 – 7-1/2
swivels, drill collars, tool joints
5-1/2 H-90 21 18 39
NC50 21 18 39
and wear subs. The unique 4-1/2 IF
5-1/2 FH
21
28
18
23
39
51
handle speeds the safe 7-3/4 – 8-1/4 6-5/8 REG 28
28
23
23
51
51
6-5/8 H-90
movement of all equipment. NC56 28 23 51
8-1/4 – 9 7 H-90 29 25 54
NC61 29 25 54
VAM Drilling thread protectors 9 – 10
7-5/8 REG
7-5/8 H-90
35
35
31
31
66
66
are available for all standard NC70 35 31 66
55 46 101
oilfield connections. 10 – 11 8-5/8 REG
8-5/8 H-90 55 46 101
Contacts – Headquarters and Manufacturing Facilities

HEADQUARTERS

VAM Drilling France S.A.S.


27 avenue du Général Leclerc, 92660 Boulogne-Billancourt, FRANCE
Phone: +33 1 49 09 35 61, Fax: +33 1 49 09 37 15

MANUFACTURING FACILITIES REGIONAL SALES OFFICES

France North America Eastern Europe


VAM Drilling France S.A.S. VAM Drilling USA Inc. Vallourec Mannesmann Oil & Gas
Aulnoye Plant 6300 Navigation Blvd Germany GmbH
62 rue de Leval Houston, Texas 77011 Theodorstrasse 90
59620 Aulnoye-Aymeries USA 40472 Düsseldorf
France Phone: +1 713 844 3700 Germany
Fax: +33 3 27 69 77 29
Fax: +1 713 844 3708 Phone: +49 211 960 2352
VAM Drilling France S.A.S. Email: contact.usa@vamdrilling.com Fax: +49 211 960 3924
Cosne & Villechaud Plants Email: contact.cis@vamdrilling.com
7 rue des Frères Lumière South America
58200 Cosne-sur-Loire V&M do Brasil S.A. Russia
France Rua Lauro Müller, 116 - Sala 1906 Vallourec & Mannesmann RUS LLC
Fax: +33 3 86 39 52 01 Edificio Rio Sul Center - Botafogo Office E02-305, Business –
22290-160 Rio de Janeiro - RJ - Brazil Centre “Dobrynia”
VAM Drilling France S.A.S. Phone: +55 21 3873 83 00 4th Dobryninsky Pereulok 8
Tarbes Plant
Fax: +55 21 3351 72 61 Moscow, 119049
10 boulevard Renaudet
65000 Tarbes Email: contact.la@vamdrilling.com Russia
France Phone: +7 495 787 49 30
Fax: +33 5 62 90 18 33 Canada Fax: +7 495 787 49 31
VAM Canada Inc. Email: contact.russia@vamdrilling.com
USA 2107 - 9 Street
VAM Drilling USA Inc. Nisku Alberta Africa
Houston Plant Canada T9E 7Z7 VAM Drilling France S.A.S.
6300 Navigation Blvd Phone : +1 780 955 8350 7 rue des Frères Lumières
Houston, Texas 77011 Fax : +1 780 955 8355 58200 Cosne-sur-Loire
USA Email: contact.canada@vamdrilling.com France
Fax: +1 713 844 3708 Phone: +33 3 86 39 52 00
Northern Europe Fax: +33 3 86 39 52 01
The Netherlands Email: contact.france@vamdrilling.com
Vallourec Mannesmann Oil & Gas UK Ltd
Vallourec Mannesmann
Prospect Place, Westhill Industrial Estate
Oil & Gas Nederland B.V. Far East
Heerhugowaard Plant Westhill, Aberdeen AB32 6SY
Kelvinstraat 8-16-1704 RS UK Seamless Tubes Asia Pacific Pte Ltd
Heerhugowaard Phone: +44 1224 279 392 133 New Bridge Road, #21-01
The Netherlands Fax: +44 1224 279 384 Chinatown Point
Fax: +31 72 574 34 21 Email: contact.uk@vamdrilling.com Singapore 059413
Phone: +65 6733 47 78
United Arab Emirates Western Europe Fax: +65 6738 91 75
VAM Drilling Middle East FZE VAM Drilling France S.A.S. Email: contact.singapore@vamdrilling.com
Jebel Ali Free Zone Plant 27 avenue du Général Leclerc
PO BOX 261108 92660 Boulogne-Billancourt China
UAE France V&M (Beijing) Co. Ltd
Fax: +971 4 883 5525 Phone: +33 1 49 09 35 61 Room 301, East Ocean Center
VAM Drilling Protools Oil Equipment Fax: +33 1 49 09 37 15 24A Jianguomenwai Avenue
Manufacturing LLC Email: contact.france@vamdrilling.com Beijing 100004 China
Mussafah Industrial Area Plant Email: contact.italy@vamdrilling.com Phone: +86 10 5923 3000
PO BOX 9709 Fax: +86 10 5923 3063
Abu Dhabi Middle East Email: contact.china@vamdrilling.com
UAE VAM Dubai LLC
Fax: +971 2 551 0553 World Trade Center
Level 14, Office 14:01, PO BOX 9405
Brazil
Dubai, UAE
V&M do Brasil S.A. Phone: +971 4 332 0313
Belo Horizonte Plant Fax: +971 4 332 0314
Avenida Olinto Meireles, 65, Barreiro Email: contact.dubai@vamdrilling.com
30640-010 Belo Horizonte
MG - Brazil
Fax: +55 31 3328 2746
www.vamdrilling.com

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