CET® High-Torque Connection

Longer lateral sections push the torque limits of standard API connections. The CET® connection adds an optimized secondary torque shoulder, giving a balanced connection with reduced internal stress at higher torque loads. For example, CET®43 delivers over 31,700 ft-lbs of make-up torque with a 3" ID, and 100,000 lb more elevator capacity than a standard 4-1/2" slim-hole assembly with a 5-3/8" OD connection.

Advantages

• Fast make-up at 5¼ turns, reducing trip time
• Low total cost of ownership thanks to extended run life
• Deep stabbing with 6 landing threads, reducing box damage
• API thread forms; repairs minimize tool joint loss

Slim-hole applications

• CET®54 on 5-1/2" drill pipe: higher ROP, lower pressure drop, more torque, more WOB and higher flow rates
• CET®50 on 5" drill pipe: the same benefits without racking board modifications
• CET®43 on 4-1/2" drill pipe: replaces the combination of 5" NC50 and 4" high-torque strings
• CET®24 on 2-7/8" drill pipe: faster, deeper drill-outs and workovers on extended laterals

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