Roller Cone Drill Bit 17 Inch TCI Rock Bit Of API Spec Bit

1 . Descriptions:

Tungsten Carbide Insert (TCI) bits serve as indispensable tools for drilling operations in middle to hard rock formations, presenting a versatile range of carbide inserts meticulously designed to address the varying hardness levels of rock encountered during drilling endeavors. These inserts come in diverse shapes, including spherically shaped inserts tailored for exceptionally hard rock formations and conically shaped inserts optimized for softer rock materials.

The selection of carbide inserts plays a pivotal role in determining the efficiency and effectiveness of the drilling process, as different rock formations demand specific insert configurations to achieve optimal results. The number of rows of inserts featured on TCI bits is directly correlated with the nature of the application and the desired hole size, allowing for customizable configurations that cater to specific drilling requirements.

2. Specification:

3 . Bit profile

4 . Bearing Types

There are primarily three types of bearing designs used in tricone drilling bits:

• STANDARD OPEN BEARING ROLLER BIT:

On these bits the cones will spin freely. This type of bit has a front row of ball bearings and a back row of roller bearings.

• SEALED BEARING ROLLERS BITS

These bits have an O-Ring seal with a grease reservoir for bearing cooling. The seals acts as a barrier against mud and cuttings to protect the bearings

• JOURNAL BEARING ROLLER BITS

These bits are strictly oil/grease cooled with nose bearings, O-Ring seal and a race for maximum performance.

5. Question :

What we should be pay attention on choosing the tricone drill bit ?

• IADC code passport
• TCI & Steel tooth options
• Additional tungsten carbide inserts on heel rows
• Tungsten carbide coating on cone bodies
• Diamond coated tungsten carbide inserts on the gauge of the cones
• Tungsten carbide inserts on the shirttail of the legs
• Additional central nozzle for cleaning cones

The tricone feature is that they come with their own passport as below :

• The specification of the cones
• The quality stamp signed by the person who made and checked the bit
• The recommended drilling parameters to get the best performance out of the bit:
• Bit weight
• Rotation speed
• Flushing volume

Which type of tricone you should choose ?

It depends on the geology you are drilling in and the diameters of the borehole you are drilling. The International Association of Drilling Contractors (IADC) have developed an easy use step system to choose the right tricone for your geology with additional features such as bit protection for longer production life.