Product Introduction of
Special Connections byTianjin Grand Victory Petroleum Equipment Co.,Ltd
Product
Name: Casing Coupling, Tubing Coupling, API 5CT Couplings, OCTG
Couplings
Size: Tubing Coupling : 1.9''
- 4-1/2'',Casing Couping : 4-1/2'' - 13-3/8''
Thread
Type: NUE/EUE/STC/LTC/BTC
Grade: J55, L80, N80 & P110
Standard: API 5CT and 5B
PSL1/PSL2 J55,K55,N80-1,N80-Q, API 5CT and 5B L80-1,C90, C95,T95, P110, Q125
Surface
Treatment: phosphating treatment
The American Petroleum Institute (API) has established
standards for various aspects of the oil and gas industry, including
specifications for thread connections used in oil casing. The API standard for
thread connections for oil casing is known as API Spec 5B. Commonly used
API-certified threaded connections include the Short Round Thread (STC), Long
Round Thread (LTC), and Buttress Thread (BTC). API Standard Thread Connections
for Oil Casing LTC (Long Round Thread) Type: This type features a non-bounce
design with round threads, consisting of eight dome threads per inch, similar
to the STC model. LTC threads are known for their ease of processing, excellent
sealing performance, robust connection strength, straightforward maintenance,
and cost-effectiveness. Widely applied in the oil and gas industry, LTC threads
are particularly suitable for scenarios involving some axial loads, provided
the overall well conditions do not entail extreme temperatures or pressures.
STC (Short Round Thread) Type: STC thread type is characterized by a round
thread with a runout-free design, comprising eight dome threads per inch.
Capable of withstanding 60% to 80% of the pipe strength, STC threads are
well-suited for shorter length casing applications without high axial loads or
bending requirements. BTC (Buttress Thread) Type: Designed to enhance axial
tension or axial compression load capacity while ensuring leak resistance. BTC
threads serve as an excellent connection choice for well conditions that
involve high axial loads, along with moderate internal pressures and temperatures.
It's important for manufacturers and users in the oil and gas industry to
adhere to these API standards to ensure the reliability and safety of threaded
connections in oil casing. Compliance with API Spec 5B helps in maintaining
consistency and compatibility across different components in the industry,
facilitating efficient and secure operations.
API casing threads are not suitable for the development
of high-pressure gas fields, so many manufacturers have developed special
joints with their own characteristics. Among them, the gas-sealed special joint
thread types suitable for the development of gas fields are: 1. NS-CC thread
(developed by Nippon Steel), its main features are: 1) The thread adopts
improved API partial trapezoidal thread. High tensile strength of the joint; 2)
Cone surface and cone surface metal main seal and inner shoulder metal
secondary seal, so that the joint has good air tightness; 3) The stepped double
straight shoulder structure makes the joint have good anti-torsion and bending ability,
and is beneficial to protect the main seal; 4) The circumferential stress on
the joint is lower, which helps prevent stress corrosion 2. Fox thread
(co-developed by Kawasaki Steel in Japan and Hunting in the UK). 3. TM thread
(Japan Sumitomo Metal's improved design based on VAM thread) 4. SEC thread
(designed and produced by Siderca, Argentina) Expansion information: At
present, oil well pipes (tubing, casing, and drilling tool pipes) are all
implemented API standards (American Petroleum Institute), and China’s standards
are basically converted in accordance with API standards. Major oilfields
implement API standards and special threads. Compared with API threads (the
main models are long round threads and partial trapezoidal threads), special
threads are generally developed by casing manufacturers and have patent
protection. The most widely used internationally are VAM buckles and VAM
buckles based on the development of NEW VAM, VAM-top and other buckle types,
and the most used domestically are VAM buckles (developed by Varurek and
Mannesmann), TM buckles ( Sumitomo Metal Development), FOX buckle (developed by
JFE Company after the merger of Kawasaki Steel and NKK). They have been tested
in major oil fields in China, and a large part of them are exported. Special
threaded oil casing pipe is mainly used in wells where traditional API threads
are not suitable. Traditional API threads have problems such as sealing and
tensile strength. Traditional API threads have poor air-tightness. For wells
containing hydrogen sulfide, carbon dioxide and chloride ions, Special threads
can effectively overcome these shortcomings. Other high-grade steel pipes (such
as Q125 and above) generally use special threads. Tips: ASTM A53 Gr.B is the
grade in ERW high frequency welded pipe, divided into A and B grades. ASTM is
only a set of specifications. ASTM steel pipe A53 A corresponds to the Chinese
standard GB8163 raw material is 10# steel, and A53 B corresponds to the Chinese
standard GB8163 raw material 20#. For example: ASTM (standard) A53 (grade) gr
(abbreviation of grade) b (grade B)
Product
Features
High Strength and Toughness: Ensures
reliability in highpressure and complex environments.
Excellent Sealing Performance: Advanced thread
design and machining technology ensure the sealing of connections.
Corrosion Resistance: Suitable for corrosive
environments such as high hydrogen sulfide.
HighPrecision Manufacturing: CNC lathes and
automatic flaw detectors are used to ensure thread accuracy and dimensional
tolerances meet international standards.
Customization
Services
The company offers customization services and
can design and manufacture unique connection types according to customers'
special requirements to meet the needs of specific projects or special
environments.
Application Scenarios
Special connections are widely used in:
Onshore
and offshore petroleum and natural gas extraction
Tubular
connections in deep wells and highpressure wells
Oil and
gas extraction in high hydrogen sulfide environments
Tubular
connections during oilfield development and production
Product
Advantages
High Strength and Toughness: Ensures
reliability in highpressure and complex environments.
Excellent Sealing Performance: Advanced thread
design and machining technology.
Corrosion Resistance: Suitable for corrosive
environments such as high hydrogen sulfide.
Customization Services: Meets customers'
special needs.