TenarisHydril Wedge 563 RunningGuidelines

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31. TenarisHydril Wedge 563 Connection

Wedge 563
Connection
Scope
These guidelines apply specifically to the use of
TenarisHydril Wedge 563 connections. This document
should be used in conjunction with the TenarisHydril
Running Manual, which is the main document
applicable for running all TenarisHydril premium
Connection Specific Running Guidelines

connections.
IDM Code GDL23533/0 / November 2016
References
.TenarisHydril Running Manual.
.Premium Connection Approved Thread Compounds
.TSH-MD-00.0002.
Recommended guidelines for the field inspection of
TenrisHydril connections, FSOG 13-005.
Equipment, Material & Documents

1. Verify the appropriate thread compound is available.
2. Refer to document TSH-MD-00.0002 for a list of

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compounds approved by Tenaris.
3. Latest version of the specific Product Data Sheet can be

obtained from Tenaris website. In case this is not available,
request the data sheet from the local Technical Sales
representative or contact-tenarishydril@tenaris.com.
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Pre-Running
1. Never move or handle pipe without the correct

thread protectors securely in place.
2. Ensure connections are clean and free of all debris

and / or contaminants, cleaning methods employed
should conform to the recommendations contained
within the TenarisHydril Running Manual.
3. Verify all pipe and accessories have genuine

TenarisHydril manufactured connections.
4. Visually inspect thread and seal areas prior to

running, ensuring no damage is evident.
5. On Dopeless connections, check condition of

both pin and box coating ensuring no peel off or
degradation has occurred.
6. Verify the compatibility of the Wedge 563

connection with accessories such as cement heads,
safety valves, cross overs, etc.
7. Verify material grade of all accessories ensuring

compatibility with main string.
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Inspection

1. Inspection criteria for all Wedge Series 500
connections is as outlined in the Field Service Operative
Guideline FSOG 13-005.
2. Pay particular attention to seal areas.
3. Ensure the pin nose has no raised metal.
4. For CB variant ensure seal ring groove is clear

of debris or damage which may preclude correct
installation of the CB ring.

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TenarisHydril RUNNING MANUAL Connection Specific Running Guidelines 31. TenarisHydril Wedge 563 Connection
Seal
up Band
Wedge 563 Casing Configuration
Assembly Make
Recess Free Bore (RFB).
RFB Corrosion
Barrier (CB) Option
Seal
up Band
Wedge 563 Tubing Configuration
Assembly Make
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Thread Compound Application
Carbon Steel
Chrome Material
For Carbon steel pipe
1. Apply a thin coating of thread compound on the

full pin end only, threads, seal and pin nose, the thread
form should be clearly visible.
2. Do not apply running compound to the box end.
3. Thread compound should be cleaned from the box

of carbon steel if received rig ready.
For Chrome material pipe
1. Apply a thin coating of thread compound on both

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pin and box ensuring all threads, seal and pin nose are
completely covered. The thread form should be clearly
visible.
2. Do not over dope the connections, a thin even layer

covering all surfaces is adequate.
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Thread Lock Application

Connections must be clean and dry when applying

thread lock.
1. Thread lock should be applied to 50% of the threads

at the back of the pin connection.
2. Running compound should then be applied to the

threads and seal at the back of the box connection.
3. When assembling standard non Dopeless

connections with thread lock use standard non
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Dopeless torque values +20%.

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Wedge 563 Dopeless

1. Minor rust or discolouring of the pin connection can

be removed with the use of a clean dry rag ensuring
the Dopeless coating remains intact.
2. Minor rust or discolouring of the box connection can

be removed with the use of scotchbrite and a clean dry
rag ensuring the Dopeless coating remains intact.
3. Dopeless connections do not require the application

of thread compound for make up.
4. If for whatever reason dope has to be applied to

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Dopeless connections, whether both pin and box are

Dopeless or when mixing a standard connection with
Dopeless, apply thread compound as below:
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Non Dopeless pin into Dopeless box

.Apply a thin coating of thread compound on the full
pin end, threads, seal and pin nose.
.Apply a thin coat of thread compound to box seal area.

Dopeless pin into standard box
.Apply a thin coating of thread compound on the pin

end threads only.
.Do not dope pin seal or box connection.

Dopeless pin into Dopeless box
.Apply a very thin layer of thread compound on the pin

threads only.
.Do not dope pin seal or box connection.

Dopeless Pin Standard Pin
Standard Dope Pin See page 6

Box Threads Only
Dopeless Dope Pin Dope Pin Threads & Seal.
Box Threads Only Dope Box Seal.
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Wedge 563 Dopeless Thread Lock
1. Ideally when running a Dopeless string the

connections to be thread locked should be the non
Dopeless option with the connections cleaned of
thread compound and completely dried, then thread
lock applied as per page 7.
2. When thread locking Dopeless connections remove

the Dopeless coating from the threads on the pin
connection where the thread lock is to be applied prior
to the application of thread lock.
3. Leave the Dopeless coating on the pin seal and

threads where no thread lock is to be applied.
4. Dopeless boxes should be washed with hot water

then dried prior to thread locking.
5. Thread lock should be applied to 50% of the pin

threads furthest from the pin nose as per the diagram
on page 7.
6. The application of thread compound is not required.
7. Do not apply thread lock to seal area.
Torque Application
1. Set tong dump valve at optimum torque then test
on pipe body.
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2. For Dopeless connections apply the specified

torques as indicated on the TenarisHydril Dopeless
data sheet.
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3. For doped connections, apply the specified

torques indicated on the TenarisHydril standard
variant data sheet.
4. Do not apply thread compound manufacturers

friction factor.
5. Standard Doped variant, first connection make up;
.Once optimum torque has been attained relax the tong

and re-apply optimum torque.
. If movement over is witnessed re-apply optimum

torque +20%.
.Repeat process, checking to ensure no other factors are

absorbing the applied torque.
.Often the issue is caused by excessive application of

thread compound.
.Continue making up further joints applying higher

torque if required.
.Refer to the TenarisHydril Running Manual torque

application section.
6. Double bump (as above) every connection with an

OD of 10 or larger.
7. For Dopeless connections, applying optimum

torque twice (double bump) is not necessary.
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8. When applying thread lock to standard doped

connections, doped version torque values +20%
should be used then double bump the connection.
9. When applying thread lock to Dopeless

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connections, Dopeless torque values +20% should be

used then double bump the connection.
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10. When any doped variant is made up to a Dopeless
connection apply the doped variant torque values.

Double bump the connection as point 5.
11. Wedge 563 has limited same size / weight

interchange capability, if mixing weight / grade ensure
compatibility of design and apply the higher torque
value of the two connections.
12. Wedge 563 is compatible with Wedge 563-

CB variant in the same size / weight, apply standard
optimum torque.
13. Computer make up equipment is not mandatory

for Wedge 563 connections in carbon steel, but is
recommended.
14. Computer make up equipment is strongly

recommended for Wedge 563 connections in
chrome steel.
15. Graph analysis for Wedge 563 is similar to that

for all Wedge Series 500, refer to the TenarisHydril
running manual make up acceptance section for
further explanation.
16. When computer equipment is used to monitor

connection make up, the graph profiles should be
similar to the ones below.
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MAX. 6800
5.1
OPT 4800
TORQUE * 1000 ft-lbs
MIN. 4000
3.8
2.6
1.3
0
0 0.20 0.40 0.60 0.80 TURNS
MAX. 6800

5.1
OPT 4800
TORQUE * 1000 ft-lbs
MIN. 4000
3.8
2.6
1.3
0
0 0.20 0.40 0.60 0.80 TURNS
17. Wedge 563 is correctly assembled when the box

face finishes within the make-up band lines.
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Running
1. The use of a stabbing guide is strongly recommended.
2. The use of slip type elevators is strongly recommended.
3. The use of a weight compensator is strongly

recommended for chrome, large OD or heavy weight
pipe.
4. For CB variant a new CB ring should be installed

prior to every make up.
5. To avoid cross threading stab pipe in a smooth

controlled fashion ensuring the pipe is vertical when
doing so, continue to support and stabilise the pipe

throughout the make up operation.
6. Upon commencement of initial rotation use low

RPM (5 RPM or below) in order to ensure the pipe has
not cross threaded during stabbing.
7. If cross threading is evident, immediately reverse

rotate the pipe, completely disassemble, clean and
inspect both connections.
8. Maximum spin in speed should not exceed 15 RPM.
9. Apply power tong at low rpm (do not exceed 5

rpm) for final make up.
10. Walk chrome pipe all the way in to hand tight, then
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apply tong only for final make up.
11. Never apply back up tong over the coupling.
12. A factor which may preclude complete assembly is

excessive thread compound applied to the connection,
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reduce the quantity applied if this is found to be the case.
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Pulling

1. The use of a stabbing guide is strongly recommended
to prevent hang up.
2. A single joint compensator is strongly recommended

for chrome, large OD or heavy pipe.
3. Apply the back up tong on the pipe body below the

coupling.
4. Apply power tong in low rpm (3-5 rpm) to break

out the connection, ensuring the pipe is stabilized
during the break out process.

5. Maximum spin out speed should not exceed 15 RPM.
6. Walk chrome pipe all the way out by hand after

initial break out.
7. Visual inspection is recommended to classify

the thread condition, any rejected connections
should be clearly marked and segregated for further
investigation.
8. Apply clean, dry thread protectors after applying

storage compound on clean, dry connections.
9. Storage / thread compound should always be

applied to connections post job, even rejects.
10. Do not apply storage compound to Dopeless

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connections.
11. For long term storage of Dopeless connections,

refurbishment by qualified personnel is recommended.
12. Ensure clean, dry, Dopeless protectors with seal

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31. TenarisHydril Wedge 563 Connection

Connection Specific Running Guidelines

Equipment, Material & Documents

2. Refer to document TSH-MD-00.0002 for a list of

compounds approved by Tenaris.

3. Latest version of the specific Product Data Sheet can be

1. Never move or handle pipe without the correct

2. Ensure connections are clean and free of all debris

3. Verify all pipe and accessories have genuine

4. Visually inspect thread and seal areas prior to

5. On Dopeless connections, check condition of

6. Verify the compatibility of the Wedge 563

7. Verify material grade of all accessories ensuring

31. TenarisHydril Wedge 563 Connection

2. Pay particular attention to seal areas.

3. Ensure the pin nose has no raised metal.

4. For CB variant ensure seal ring groove is clear

Connection Specific Running Guidelines

Recess Free Bore (RFB).

For Carbon steel pipe

1. Apply a thin coating of thread compound on the

2. Do not apply running compound to the box end.

3. Thread compound should be cleaned from the box

For Chrome material pipe

1. Apply a thin coating of thread compound on both

2. Do not over dope the connections, a thin even layer

31. TenarisHydril Wedge 563 Connection

Connections must be clean and dry when applying

1. Thread lock should be applied to 50% of the threads

2. Running compound should then be applied to the

3. When assembling standard non Dopeless

Dopeless torque values +20%.

Wedge 563 Dopeless

1. Minor rust or discolouring of the pin connection can

2. Minor rust or discolouring of the box connection can

3. Dopeless connections do not require the application

4. If for whatever reason dope has to be applied to

Dopeless connections, whether both pin and box are

31. TenarisHydril Wedge 563 Connection

.Apply a thin coat of thread compound to box seal area.

.Apply a thin coating of thread compound on the pin

.Do not dope pin seal or box connection.

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Dopeless pin into Dopeless box

.Apply a very thin layer of thread compound on the pin

.Do not dope pin seal or box connection.

Standard Dope Pin See page 6

1. Ideally when running a Dopeless string the

2. When thread locking Dopeless connections remove

3. Leave the Dopeless coating on the pin seal and

4. Dopeless boxes should be washed with hot water

5. Thread lock should be applied to 50% of the pin

6. The application of thread compound is not required.

7. Do not apply thread lock to seal area.

2. For Dopeless connections apply the specified