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Model 6500/6600 Rig Anchor Release

General Description
The Rig Anchor Release (RAR) provides rapid,
selective release for mooring systems on drillships
and semi-submersible drilling rigs. This ability can be
utilized in a number of conditions which can save
time, equipment and personnel.

By providing a quick disconnect and reattachment,

the RAR can be used to abandon a drilling site
quickly and then return to the site, re-establish the
mooring pattern and not require resetting of anchors.
The RAR will provide an added degree of safety and
flexibility by permitting selective release of anchors.

The RAR is a unique design using a locking shoe

configuration which locks the two sections of the
release unit together by engaging two locking rings;
one on each section. In the locked position the unit
cannot accidentally open. This failsafe design insures
that the anchor will release only commanded.
Release is accomplished when the hydraulic
accumulator's solenoids are fired, driving the piston
and cam assembly back, causing the locking shoes to
retract and disengage the locking rings.

The RAR incorporates dual control codes. One is for the diagnostic to determine
operational status while installed and during maintenance. The second code is the
unique release code. With its long history of use in the field, the reliability, security,

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and performance of the RAR has been clearly demonstrated.

Advantages

Adaptable to All Rigs

The rugged, reliable RAR is easily installed in any mooring line,

and has a low maintenance requirement.

Safety and Flexibility

Quick disconnect provides rapid escape from hazards such as

well blowouts. Redundant back-up design and system monitor
insures reliability and high security control. The RAR is a fully
reuseable system.

Field-Proven Performance

The RAR has been used for many years in the most demanding
environments in the world such as the Beaufort Sea, Labrador
Coast and North Sea.

Cost Effective

Eliminates waiting on weather to move rigs, typically resulting in

savings that can more than pay for the system!

Specifications

Size
6500 61 cm X 230 cm (24 in X 90.5 in)
6600 76 cm X 324 cm (30 in X 128 in)
Weight
Air
6500 1780 Kg (3925 lbs)
6600 4100 Kg (9000 lbs)
Water
6500 1669 Kg (3680 lbs)
6600 3023 Kg (6650 lbs)
Material Steel
Ultimate Load
6500 546,000 Kg (1,200,000 lbs)
6600 1,136,363 Kg (2,500,000 lbs)
Proof Load
6500 341,000 Kg (750,000 lbs)
6600 909,090 Kg (2,000,000 lbs)

Release Load

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6500 273,000 Kg (600,000 lbs)

6600 340,200 Kg (750,000 lbs)
Trigger Energy Hydraulic
Source
Actuation Coded Acoustic Signal
Control Range 4000 m (2.2 naut. mi.)
Operating Depth 1000 m (3281 ft)
Power Supply 9 Month replaceable battery
See also the Release Comparison Chart

I n t e r O c e a n s y s t e m s , i n c .

3738 Ruffin Road, San Diego, CA 92123

Phone: (858) 565-8400 Fax: (858) 268-9695
email: sales@interoceansystems.com

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