GSB SUBSEA SINGLE BOLT CONNECTORS

The Destec GSB Subsea Single Bolt CLAMP SEGMENTS HINGE PIN
ELECTRICAL CONTINUITY PROTECTIVE BELLOWS
Connector is a purpose designed STRAPS
unit for operations where a
conventional four bolt G-Range pipe
connection would be impractical.
The GSB Connectors are supplied with a mounting plate
which can if required accommodate guidance / pull-in
systems for ease of alignment and provision for stab
connectors for electrical and hydraulic circuits.

Standard G-Range or D-Range metal to metal Seal Rings

can be used, or the customers own sealing arrangement can
be employed.

Larger sizes and special designs (Dual Bore / Multi Bore /

TORQUE RECEPTACLE
Concentric Bore) can also be accommodated. For example
some GSB Connectors have been supplied with fabricated
Spool pieces for mating to flexible risers.
OPEN/CLOSE
INDICATOR
For Subsea applications the GSB Connectors would be
supplied with a combination of Molykote and Epoxy resin
coatings. Designed for remote operations in the most
demanding deep and ultra-deep water. TRUNNION NUT STUDBOLT MOUNTING PLATE

The Destec GSB Single Bolt Clampset is a purpose designed unit

Supplied with a Mounting Plate and provision for Stab connectors
for Electrical and Hydraulic circuits
Guidance / Pull-in Systems ease of alignment
Size Ranges from 2" - 60"
Codes ASME VIII, API, BS
Clamp mounting in any orientation. (Vertical & Horizontal)
Design Life in Excess of 25 years
Trouble - Free Remote Installation
Compatible with ROV pull-in systems
Dual bore, Multi bore & Concentric bores
Fabricated Spool pieces for mating to Risers
Alongside the standard clamp type connector there has Pressure Ranges: 3000, 5000, 10000, 15000psi
always been a need for a connector where either repeated Seal replacement with ROV carried tools
assembly, operation by remote operated vehicles,
or powered drive has favoured the use of single bolt type Seal Test arrangement included
connectors.
Soft Landing Cylinder function
Destec Engineering now have many years of experience Fitted with standard API torque receptacles
supplying these single bolt connectors in a very wide range
of sizes, materials and pressure ratings. By using the range Lloyds design verification / appraisal available on all sizes
of Destecs conical seal rings, the units are compact
and cost effective, and have significant advantages where
Functional testing including pressure testing up to 22,500 psi
weight is a problem. FAT tested

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Most of the single bolt connectors have many customers unique special requirements which we are able to incorporate in the
designs. Some of the main features and details are listed below:

WEIGHT SAVING BY USING DESTEC METAL SEAL RINGS, SEALING AT A MINIMUM DIAMETER, AND ALSO USING HIGH STRENGTH
HEAT-TREATED AND TEMPERED MATERIALS FOR THE CLAMPS.

MATERIALS SELECTED ARE COATED SUITABLE FOR MOST ENVIRONMENTS INCLUDING SUBSEA.
AS THESE CONNECTORS ARE OFTEN REMOTELY OPERATED, THE DESTEC SEAL RINGS CAN EITHER BE PERMANENTLY ATTACHED
TO ONE HUB OR MAY BE REMOVABLE OR REPLACED BY A REMOTE OPERATED TOOL.
DRIVE TO THE SINGLE BOLT CONNECTOR CAN BE MANUAL, OR USE AIR, HYDRAULIC OR ELECTRIC TIGHTENING DEVICES.
DESTEC CAN PROVIDE SYSTEMS WITH ALL THE NECESSARY LIMIT AND SAFETY CONTROLS FOR OPERATION.

SUBSEA CONNECTORS OPERATED BY REMOTE OPERATED VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH STANDARD API TORQUE RECEPTACLES
AND GUIDES.

SECONDARY SEALING TOGETHER WITH TAPPINGS FOR LEAKAGE MONITORING. ON SUBSEA APPLICATIONS THIS WOULD
BE PROVIDED WITH A STAB CONNECTOR.

MULTIPLE PIPE CONNECTORS WITHIN ONE LARGE SINGLE BOLT CLAMP.

Applications include large pressure vessel closures down to pipe connectors used for subsea hook-up. Some of the variety
of applications have been shown in detail on pages 06 and 07.

API TORQUE BUCKET

MALE HUB FEMALE HUB

SEAL RING RETAINER

PLATE Destec Connectors - Field proven
METAL SEAL RING around the world. An extensive
track record subsea with many
years of service
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 CONNECTOR MATERIALS

MATERIALS

Description

CLAMP SEGMENTS
- AISI 4140
- Coating: Epoxy (NORSOK system 7) & Bonded MoS2

STUDBOLT
- ASTM A193-B7 or B7M, or A320-L7 or L7M
- Coating: Sermetal

CLASS 4 TORQUE RECEPTACLE

- Cast Steel A216 WCB

SEAL RINGS
- Inconel 718 & X750 , PTFE

MOUNTING PLATE
- S355J2
- Coating: Bonded MoS2

BELLOWS (not shown see page 2)

- Polyurethane-Grease Filled

TRUNNION NUTS
- NES 833 Gr.1 (Nickel Bronze)

HINGE PINS
- ASTM A320-L7M
- Coating: Bonded MoS2 Epoxy

BW Hubs - A694 F65, 3mm Inconel 625 overlay

22% Cr Duplex and 25% Cr Super Duplex

For Subsea Applications the GSB Connectors are supplied

with a combination of Molykote and Epoxy resin coatings.

All materials listed above are Destec standard, however other

material grades can be specified as per customers requirements.

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 DIMENSIONS & WEIGHTS
Sizes are based on API 6A and AISI 4130 (60k) hub material

Mass (excludes hubs

Space Envelope
& seal)
RATING Max
SIZE
psi Bore X Y Z
lb kg
in (mm) in (mm) in (mm)

15000 1 13/16
9.843 9.094 4.606
G2SB 10000 2 1/16 123 55.7
2 1/16 (250) (231) (117)
5000

15000 2 1/16
2 9/16 12.205 11.024 5.512
G3SB 10000 3 1/16 152 68.7
(310) (280) (140)
5000

15000 2 9/16
13.386 13.386 6.220
G4SB 10000 3 1/16 196 89
4 1/16 (340) (340) (158)
5000

15000 3 1/16
15.748 14.961 6.575
G5SB 10000 4 1/16 212 96
5 1/8 (400) (380) (167)
5000

15000 4 1/16
19.685 18.898 7.283
G6SB 10000 5 1/8 344 156
6 1/16 (500) (480) (185)
5000

15000 5 1/8
20.472 21.063 7.520
G8SB 10000 6 1/16 432 196
7 1/16 (520) (535) (191)
5000

15000 6 1/16
7 1/16 27.559 25.039 8.819
G10SB 10000 9 600 272
(700) (636) (224)
5000

15000 7 1/16
30.709 28.937 10.039
G12SB 10000 9 977 443
10 13/16 (780) (735) (255)
5000

15000 9
33.465 32.677 10.039
G14SB 10000 11 1171 531
12 5/8 (850) (830) (255)
5000

15000 11
33.228 33.346 10.394
G16SB 10000 12 5/8 1080 490
13 5/8 (844) (847) (264)
5000

15000 12 5/8
39.370 38.586 11.457
G18SB 10000 13 5/8 1587 720
15 3/4 (1000) (980) (291)
5000

15000 13 5/8
43.701 42.913 12.402
G20SB 10000 15 3/4 2194 995
16 3/4 (1110) (1090) (315)
5000

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 SUBSEA APPLICATIONS
Single Bolt Clamps for Choke The clamp mounting plate illustrated is precision bored for
additional hydraulic stab connectors and guide pins.
Retrieval Subsea.
This 10" nominal clamp has API ratings of:
Destec Single Bolt Clamps are in service in the
following fields: 15,000 lb/sq.in. at 6 (150mm) diameter
10,000 lb/sq.in. at 7" (180mm) diameter
BP FOINAVEN 7,500 lb/sq.in. at 8 (205mm) diameter
BP SCHIEHALLION 5,000 lb/sq.in. at 9 (230mm) diameter
BP SWIFT
BP CIRRUS
NORSE HYDRO TROLL
EXXON MOBIL EPS / KIZOMBA
BRITISH GAS BLAKE
BURULLUS GAS SCARAB/SAFFRON
AMOCO KING
WOODSIDE ECHO YODEL
ENTERPRISE COOK / PIERCE
SHELL MALAMPAYA
Over 1000 Destec Single Bolt Clamps are in use on
Retrievable Subsea Chokes. The clamp is an integral part
of the bonnet cover and is retrievable to the surface together
with the valve trim.

The bolt is fitted with API torque receptacles, to match the

particular field standard, for ROV use. Bearings on the bolt
ensure smooth even make-up and break.

Clamps connectors available with a 90 drive

for Remote Operated Vehicles (ROVs)

Destec Connector Chosen for First The adjacent photograph shows hook-up simulation tests
being carried out in the fabricators yard.
15,000 psi ROV Hook-up
The main guidance system also incorporates soft land
Destec Engineers worked closely with the Engineers at equipment which can be activated to assist initial pipeline
Sonsub in Houston to perfect the worlds first 15000 psi separation.
ROV Hook-up.

The successful installation is on the Gyrfalcon Field, Block

20 in the Gulf of Mexico. The 8 Connectors were supplied
complete with a guidance system preventing damage to
the hub ends which are also designed to protect and retain
the Destec seal ring.

Secondary sealing enables monitoring by the ROV of the

connector performance whilst externally preventing the
ingress of sea and sand.

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 SUBSEA APPLICATIONS
3 Piece Single bolt Subsea Clamps for the Seal Tube
Air locks on the Troll Production Platform
A total of seven 32" (813 mm) and 49" (1245 mm) diameter Single Bolt Clamps
are installed at the base of the Troll Platform Leg at a depth of 1000 ft (325 m). The units
form part of Seal Tube Air Locks and are used for current and future Hook Ups
to production wells.

Operation of the Destec Clamp is by ROV and when required a safety link is removed
before opening the Single bolt Clamp. The cover together with the stopple equipment
cartridge is then removed and brought to the surface.

Design pressure is 508psi (35 bars), with two of Destecs unique conical seals
used for internal and external pressurisation. This system allows for monitoring the
sealing integrity.

On the right, the seven Destec closures are in the final position for construction of the
concrete support leg of the Troll platform in Norway.

8 Single Bolt Clamps for Kerr Single Bolt Clamps for the South The hatch is submerged and diver operated. Contained fluid
is either product or sea water. Two 24" (600 mm) Destec
McGee Janice Field Arne Gravity Based Structure Single Bolt hatches together with debris guards are installed
on the cells of the GSB and fitted with torque receptacles
On the Kerr McGee Janice Field eleven 8 inch Destec Spool Destecs Single Bolt Connectors are used in three separate for ROV operation.
assemblies are used to connect the flowlines to the applications on the South Arne GBS.
wellheads. Four 18" (457 mm) seawater hatches shown below are fitted
The photograph to the right is a 36" (915 mm) bore roof with 8" valves. Both the Destec Single Bolt Clamp
The units supplied comprise a G8SB Destec hub to 51/8 access hatch on the buffer cell. and the valve are ROV operated. These seawater port
API 10K 36 fabricated spool clad with Inconel 625, closures are fitted to the GBS tower.
a G8SB Inconel line blind and a Destec single bolt
clampset. They form part of the wellhead assembly and are
pressure tested to 15000 lb/in2 (1034 bars), and comply
with API 6A 75K, PSL3 material class
HH, temperature class X
and NACE MR 01-75.

In service the blind is

removed and the flexible
flowline connected by ROV.

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 MISALIGNMENT CAPABILITY
Alignment capability is dictated Male-Female configuration controls mis-alignment
to some degree by the method
of deployment and the supporting Radial mis-alignment varies with hub size
structure. Coarse mis-alignment provided by pull-in system
We utilise guide cones to accommodate initial offsets Fine mis-alignment provided by male/female spigot system
of up to 50mm and 5 degrees, however all connectors
of this type need the hub faces to be positioned such that
the clamp segments will engage the hub shoulders for
Radial profile to male spigot avoids snagging
tightening of the main studbolt to make up the connection.
Guide Bars provide precise entry
Angular & radial mis-alignment controlled to stop any damage
to sealing surfaces during make-up

1. Guide Cone Provides 1st Take 2. Guide Cone Funnels Male Hub 3. Step in Bore of Cone Further Reduces
up of Misalignment on Approach Misalignment
Male hub shown at 58mm radial offset. Male hub shown at 5.6mm radial offset. Male hub shown at 3.6mm radial offset.
First contact occurs when 30 lead in on male Hub o/dia. channeled down bore of cone.
hub shoulder touches the guide cone.

4. Guide Bars Provide More Precise 5. Male Spigot Provides Final Alignment 6. Fully Assembled Connection
Entry Into Clamp
Connection shown with maximum gap at hub
Male hub shown at 1mm radial offset. faces prior to bolt tightening. Constriction
in cone bore and raised lip around hub o/dia.
ensure hubs are square as well as concentric
when the connection is to be made up.

Above alignment sequence refers to G10SB only. Other sizes available on request.

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 SOFT LANDING SYSTEMS
A soft landing system for retrieval
and installation is provided
to minimize impact loads.

GUIDE CONE

Be integral part of the connector or running tool

Designed to absorb impact loads while landing onto the hub
Maintain separation between sealing surfaces
Support the weight of the jumper (isolate from vessel motion)
Lower or raise the connector from the hub in a controlled manner
Have mechanical indicators readable by ROV
Allow each end of the jumper to be lowered or raised
independently of each other

INSULATION SYSTEMS
Connector Insulation System -
Doghouse Closure.
Bespoke Insulation Systems available for deep and ultra
deepwater field developments. The thermal insulation
of subsea connectors is essential to overcome flow
assurance issues in order to maintain flow rates, reduce
production costs and provide defence against wax
and hydrate formations.

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 ADDITIONAL FEATURES
BENEFITS OF DESTEC GSB SUBSEA CONNECTORS Other features and optional extras include:
Engineered for remote operation in deep water Destec Seal Ring is a multi - use design when
Provides first time connection specified in high strength materials.
(Inconel 718 or X750)
Greater operational efficiency
Seal Ring completely flush with the bore
Utilises Destec Metal Seal Ring Technolgy
Bellows to protect Stud bolt from marine growth
Adapted into customers own specification
Tappings provided for mounting Anodes
Quick connect & disconnect
Cathodic protection
Compatible with ROV and sled pull-in systems
Electrical continuity straps fitted as standard
Minimises mass and space envelope
Hubs have tongue & groove features to assure
Design life in excess of 25 years alignment before seal ring contact
Joint make-up is on a basis of torque value
and target number of turns. (Open/Close indicator)
Supplied over 1500 subsea clamp connectors
Designed for depths in excess of 3,000m

Pressure Cap / Pull Blind Pipeline End Module

Hub Face
Pig Launcher / Receiver Systems Cleaning Tool Seal Replacement Tool

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 USER LIST
Project examples of typical connection applications:
CONTRACTOR SIZE PROJECT APPLICATIONS DEPTH
ABB Offshore Systems AS 5", 6" ENTERPRISE Structural Connection at 140 Knm Bending, Kicker Line Connection 355m
ABB Offshore Systems AS 4" SHELL Subsea Riser Gas Lift System 1200m
ABB Offshore Systems AS 8", 10", 12" STATOIL Multibore Connection for Umbilical (ICARUS) & Choke Module 350m
Cameron Ireland Limited 10" SUPPLIED OVER 1,000 TO MANY PROJECTS 7.1/16" 10K & 15K Subsea Choke Valves Down to 2,000m
Cooper Cameron (UK) Limited 8" KERR MCGEE 5.1/8 10K Subsea Riser / Tree Connection 80m
Cooper Cameron (UK) Limited 16" BP Twin Bore Tree Connection 1200m
DES Operations Ltd 2", 6", 8" BP, TOTAL, SHELL, CHEVRON MARS-Multiple Application Re-injection System 2000m
EAB Engineering Solutions AS 4", 8", 10", 12", 18", 24" NORSK HYDRO, SHELL, BP Gas Injection Flowline, Flexible / Rigid Line Connectors 340m
EMH Limited 20" MOBIL Flexible Pipe on Riser to Seabed Achorage 112m
Estech Europe Ltd 36" DEMONSTRATOR Vessel Closure for Recycling Municipal Waste On Shore
Framo Engineering AS 4", 8", 14" BHP, BG, SANTOS, PETROBRAS Subsea Multiphase Flow Meters & Pumps Down to 2,500m
3 Phase Measurements AS 6", 10" BP, ATP, TOTAL, SHELL, BHP Subsea Multiphase Flow Meters & Pumps 400m
Frank Mohn Flatoy AS 2", 6", 8", 10" MARATHON, CNR, SHELL, TOTAL, WOODSIDE Subsea Multiphase Pumps Down to 2,500m
Haliburton Brown & Root 12" STATOIL Pig Launcher / Receiver Topside
JP Kenny Inc 8" CALLON ENTRADA In-Field Flowlines 1,500m
Kvaerner Oilfield Products Ltd 10" PETRO CANADA Subsea Multiphase Flowmeter (2 x 4" Bore) 130m
MOFFAT 2000 3" EXXON MOBIL Pipe Spool Connections - Riser Cabinet 1100m
Oceaneering Inc 14" SHELL Subsea Pig Launcher 1030m
OMV (Australia) 6" OMV / SANTOS Wellhead to Pipeline Connection 55m
Sonsub International Inc 8" SHELL 5.1/8" 15K Subsea Riser / Tree Connection 289m
Statoil 4" STATOIL Automated Closure for Gas Weigh Vessel Topside
Taylor Woodrow M & E Ltd 18", 24", 36" AMERADA HESS Subsea Access Hatch 60m
Technip AS 8", 10", 12" BP / ESSO Flexible / Rigid Line / Subsea Pigging Structure Connectors 128m
Technip UK Ltd 4" BURULLUS GAS Jumper Connection System 500m
Technomarine 31", 49" SHELL Subsea Seal Tube Closures 303m
UHDE GmbH 60" HENKEL Closure- Multi Tube Hydrogenation Vessel Topside
Wilson Systems 79" Re3 Door Closures - Recycling Vessels On Shore

Contact Destec for full user list.

DOOR CLOSURES
Destec door closures provide quick
access to pressure vessels and can
be operated safely at speed.
Applications include Industrial Waste Treatment closures,
Pig traps, Separator vessels, Subsea Access Hatches
and Medical Waste treatment vessels. Sizes ranging from
0.5m to 2m diameter. Please consult Destec Engineering
Ltd for sizes outside this range.

Designed to meet ASME and other pressure vessel

requirements for quick release connectors.

Destec Engineering offer front end design studies to

determine cost effective solutions and provide manufacture
and project management with our own in-house technical
expertise.

A range of doors has been developed for domestic waste

treatment plants designed for continuous and remote
operation.

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Connector Applications.
Connector Applications include:

RISER / TREE CONNECTIONS

SUBSEA CHOKE VALVES
MULTIPHASE FLOW METERS
FLEXIBLE FLOWLINES & UMBILICALS
RIGID JUMPERS & TIE-IN SPOOLS
PIG LAUNCHER SYSTEMS
WELLHEAD PIPELINE CONNECTIONS
SUBSEA TIE-IN CONNECTION SYSTEMS
HORIZONTAL & VERTICAL CONFIGURATION
SINGLEBORE & MULTIBORE HUBS

Ordering Procedure.
If standard pipe is being used select connection size from
integrated specification table.

Check pressure/temperature ratings for the materials required

from tables.

Destec Engineering manufacture an extensive range of

connections and should sizing be required, please supply
the following information:

DESIGN PRESSURE AND TEMPERATURE

EXTERNAL PIPE FORCES
PIPE MATERIALS AND CONTAINED FLUID
PIPE OR PRESSURE VESSEL CODE
PIPE BORE AND OUTSIDE DIAMETER
QUANTITY INVOLVED
ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONSIDERED RELEVANT TO
DESIGN eg. CORROSION ALLOWANCE

Our Design Service.

DESTEC ENGINEERING offers the backing of a full
team of engineers equipped with Finite Element Analysis
and specialised in-house generated computer
programmes. Including:

FEA TO RELEVANT CODES

3D CAD (INVENTOR SUITE & PROFESSIONAL)
3D MODELS UPLOADED TO CLIENTS
PROTOTYPE DEVELOPMENT & TESTING

Call us on: +44 (0)1522 791 721 or email us at:

sales@destec.co.uk Destec Engineering Ltd
Five Mile Lane, Washingborough,
Lincoln, LN4 1AF. UK

TEL: +44 (0)1522 791 721

FAX: +44 (0)1522 790 033
EMAIL: sales@destec.co.uk

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