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Drill Rod Threads: Tips To Avoid Common Problems and Improve Productivity
Drill Rod Threads: Tips To Avoid Common Problems and Improve Productivity
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The good news is that with the right care and
handling routine for your rods, you can avoid
those setbacks and keep your drilling operations
productive.
There are many other reasons for fatigue failures or cracked pins
or boxes. Severe stabbing when inserting a pin into a box end
can compromise the fit of the joint and cause fatigue failures.
Joints may not be closed properly due to insufficient make-up
or an excessive stand-off gap. Threads can be deformed from
overload or excessive loads, hammering, foreign debris, or
wear debris in the joint. Poor-quality thread compound or worn
accessories can also cause accelerated wear.
Hole deviations increase the contact pressure and friction between the string and the
hole. High pullback or thrust load combined with high rotation speed can also increase
contact pressure and friction. You will notice a polished spot from heavy wear in a spiral
pattern on one side of the string.
Lubricate properly.
Fluid dampens vibration and reduces friction,
which helps prevent bending.
Minimize vibrations.
Consider adjusting the speed. Changes as
small as 50 RPM can produce significant
reduction.
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A consistent care and handling regimen
will help keep your rods in good condition
and your operations running efficiently,
giving you better results at lower cost.
Chris Lambert
Senior Product Manager
Chris.Lambert@BoartLongyear.com
www.boartlongyear.com