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THREADED FIBERGLASS DOWN-HOLE TUBING & CASINGGENERAL PRODUCT CATALOGUE
RED BOX and BLUE BOX
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RED BOX® and BLUE BOX®
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THREADED HIGH PRESSURE FIBERGLASS TUBING & CASINGGENERAL PRODUCT CATALOGUE
DOC. HP TCD 003 Rev.1 20150929Issue Date: 29th September 2015
RED BOX® and BLUE BOX®
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TERMS OF USE
All information was correct at the time of publication. However, we reserve the right to alter, amend and update any of the products, systems and services described in this brochure.We accept no responsibility for the interpretation of statements made.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION
2 RED BOX® & BLUE BOX® HIGH PRESSURE FIBERGLASS TUBING & CASING
3 QUALITY ASSURANCE, CERTIFICATIONS & RELEVANT STANDARDS
4 RED BOX® & BLUE BOX® THREADED CONNECTION
5 APPLICATIONS
6 ADVANTAGES
7 MANUFACTURING PROCESS7.1 Filament Winding7.2 Curing7.3 Mandrel Extraction or De-Molding7.4 Calibration & Thread Forming 7.5 Shop / Mill Hydrostatic Testing7.6 Color Coding
8 TYPICAL MECHANICAL & HYDROSTATIC PROPERTIES OF PIPE
9 TYPICAL PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF PIPE
10 DEFINITION OF DESIGN PRESSURE & PRESSURE RATING
11 DEFINITION OF DESIGN TEMPERATURE & TEMPERATURE RATING
12 PRODUCT RANGE – PIPE + PRIME CONNECTION
13 PRODUCT TECHNICAL DATASHEETS – FOR US MARKET APPLICATIONS
14 FITTINGS’ PRODUCT RANGE14.1 Flange14.2 Coupling14.3 Nipple14.4 Reducer Bushing14.5 Reducer Coupling14.6 Swage14.7 Sub Joint14.8 Pup Joint14.9 Stainless Steel Adaptors
15 SPECIAL PRODUCTS, FEATURES AND SERVICES15.1 Special Products15.2 Special Features15.3 Special Services
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1. INTRODUCTION
Pipe systems were first developed from clay and wood, but since the Industrial Revolution, materials such as steel, ductile iron and concrete have become more prevalent. Fiberglass pipe was first developed in the 1950s to serve the oil and gas industry.
Today the world needs pipe to survive. We are reliant on water, gas and oil; pipes carry these materials from their source to their users. Pipes also carry away waste and sewage, from factories and homes.
Pipes are used across a diverse number of end-markets for transmission & distribution, or as engineering & manufacturing components. Historically, certain pipe materials have been associated with particular end-markets and applications e.g. steel pipes for gas transmission, however, fiberglass has gained increasing acceptance in many end-markets.
Since the 1970s, fiberglass technology has evolved to enable fiberglass to be used as either the pipe material of choice or a feasible alternative for certain applications, across all end-markets.
Fiberglass possesses certain physical qualities which for many applications make it a superior alternative to traditionally used pipe materials.
Competitive attributes of fiberglass:• Corrosion Resistant – Fiberglass is fully resistant to a
broad range of aggressive corrosive chemicals that are frequently encountered in many industries today. Leakage from corrosion is significantly less than other materials meaning a longer life than other more corrosive materials.
• Lightweight – Lower transportation cost, lower installation cost, and a significantly lesser environmental impact during construction and installation than other materials such as steel or concrete.
• Durable – Survives harsh conditions with lower replacement needs than steel, ductile iron and concrete.
• Efficient carrier – Better hydraulic performance than steel, ductile iron, and concrete.
• Minimal maintenance – No coatings are required and no cathodic protection systems are required.
• Versatile material – Works in a multitude of applications and end-markets.
This catalogue provides descriptions, specifications and details concerning Future Pipe Industries’ high pressure fiberglass reinforced epoxy tubing & casing products.
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2. RED BOX® & BLUE BOX® HIGH PRESSURE FIBERGLASS TUBING & CASING
RED BOX® and BLUE BOX® tubing & casing is a machine-made composite material produced by the filament winding method combining high strength continuous glass fiber filaments and corrosion resistant epoxy resin onto a steel mandrel. The material is specially formulated to result in a structurally and chemically optimized product. The resin system employed is a Bisphenol-A based epoxy resin heat cured with an aromatic amine based hardener; this formulation produces the highest mechanical strength, thermal resistance and corrosion resistance of all commercially available resin systems used in fabrication of fiberglass piping.
The BLUE BOX® product (also called as the RED BOX®
WITH LINER) consists of the RED BOX® product with an additional ½ mm (0.02”) thick inner resin rich liner for enhanced chemical resistance.
The BLUE BOX® product is only available with Integral Joint (IJ) connection type and with a maximum nominal size of 10-3/4”.
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3. QUALITY ASSURANCE, CERTIFICATIONS & RELEVANT STANDARDS
Future Pipe Industries’ quality management system is ISO-9001 certified.
Tubing & Casing manufacturing facilities are also Certified to be in compliance with ISO/TS 29001 and API Specification Q1 for their quality management systems.
To ensure RED BOX® and BLUE BOX® long term performance, the design basis is verified using long term testing and regression analysis as per ASTM D2992, at the required design temperature or higher.
Future Pipe Industries enforces strict and meticulous quality control policy, in-line with leading international standards. This enables optimum performance of our pipe systems over their entire service life when installed correctly as per the recommendations in our Installation Manual.
Tubing & Casing conforms to the following ASTM specifications:ASTM D 2310 – 06RED BOX® Designation: RTRP-11AXBLUE BOX® Designation: RTRP-11FXASTM D 2996 – 06RED BOX® size (2-3/8” - 10-3/4”) Designation: RTRP-11AX1-2331RED BOX® size (11-3/4” – 24”) Designation: RTRP-11AX1-2111BLUE BOX® size (2-3/8” - 10-3/4”) Designation: RTRP-11AX1-2331BLUE BOX® size (11-3/4” – 24”) Designation: RTRP-11FX1-2111
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4. RED BOX® & BLUE BOX® THREADED CONNECTION
For all nominal pipe sizes up to 10-3/4”, RED BOX® and BLUE BOX® tubing & casing utilize the reliable, time proven 8 round (8RD) threads which are made as per specification API 5B.
For nominal pipe sizes of 11-3/4” and above, special 6 round or 4 round threads are utilized. These special threads are designed with longer pitch, while the thread form has been derived from API 5B. This thread design is optimum for joint makeup of larger nominal diameter pipe.
Joint sealing is obtained by means of fiberglass material itself. A high performance sealing compound and Teflon® tape are used to enhance the sealing strength of the joint. No rubber O-ring or any other non-fiberglass-materials are required in a RED BOX® and BLUE BOX® connection.
Depending on the nominal pipe size, filament wound integral joint female ends (IJ) or couplings (TC) are utilized in the prime connection.
Standard-length RED BOX® and BLUE BOX® tubing & casing is shipped in overall lengths of either 30 feet or 10 meters from female (box) end to male (pin) end. The effective laying length for each standard pipe will be equal to its overall length minus the length of the male thread (~4” to 8” or ~100 mm to 200 mm).
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5. APPLICATIONS
RED BOX® and BLUE BOX® pipe systems are designed for high pressure oilfield tubing & casing service.
Standard static pressure series are available from 1000 psi and upwards in increments of 250 psi. Our high-strength, non-corroding tubing & casing is offered in 2-3/8 through 24 inch sizes with threaded connections.
Section 12 includes the product range for all standard sizes available with each pressure series. Please consult Future Pipe Industries for larger diameters or higher pressures not listed in the product range.
RED BOX® and BLUE BOX® pipe systems are recommended for use in:• Production wells (oil, gas, thermal)• Disposal wells (salt water, chemical effluent, and
waste)• Injection wells (salt water, CO2)• Liners for the repair of corroded steel casing• Municipal and commercial water wells
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6. ADVANTAGES
RED BOX® and BLUE BOX® pipe systems have the following advantages:
GENERAL:• Long term reliability. Designed for service life of 20 years.• Suitable for a temperature range of -76°F (-60°C) to
+212°F (+100°C)1.• Manufactured from aromatic-amine, heat-cured epoxy
resin using the filament winding method which provides the combination of the highest mechanical and chemical resistance for fiberglass pipe systems.
CONNECTION:• Joint sealing is obtained by fiberglass material itself.
Hence, use of other sealing material such as rubber O-ring is completely avoided.
• Liquid and gas-tight threaded connections.
COST:• Low life cycle costs.• Minimal maintenance; no coating or cathodic protection is
required.• Low transportation and installation costs due to light
weight.
HYDRAULIC PERFORMANCE:• Low friction losses. Minimum Hazen-Williams coefficient
(C) of 150 over the entire life time for typical oil & gas services.
• Reduced paraffin and scale build-up.
CHEMICAL / CORROSION RESISTANCE:• No external corrosion from aggressive soils and ground
water.• Resistant to internal corrosion from saline or brackish flood
water, high water-cuts, H2S, CO2, and most oilfield fluids.• Outstanding broad spectrum corrosion resistance.
QUALITY CONTROL:• FPI does not conduct random sampling testing. Each pipe
and component is pressure tested at a minimum of 1.25 times the design pressure.
EASE OF INSTALLATION:• Light weight; safe and easy installation.• Faster installation; less excavation; less personnel and
equipment requirement compared to steel pipe.
CorrodedCS System
CorrodedCS Pipe
Smooth inside surface of fiberglass pipe
1 For applications with a design temperature greater than 150°F (65°C), contact Future Pipe Industries to obtain a suitable product class (i.e. de-rating factor).
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7. MANUFACTURING PROCESS
Future Pipe Industries uses state-of-the-art filament winding technology for manufacturing fiberglass (composite) pipe.
Some main stages of pipe production are described below:
7.1 Filament WindingDuring the filament winding process, a carriage (which transports impregnated glass fibers) travels across a rotating steel mandrel. A CNC program controls the rotational speed of the mandrel, and the translational speed of the winding carriage. The winding angle and the number of layers in the pipe are pre-selected from the CNC program. RED BOX® and BLUE BOX® pipes are wound using combinations of high and low angles to achieve optimum hoop and axial strengths required for down-hole applications.
Roving bobbins are placed on a rack, and glass rovings are drawn through a ceramic ‘eye’ to an impregnation unit on the carriage. An automatic dosing machine produces the precise mixture of resin and curing agent.
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7.2 CuringAfter the filament winding process is complete, the pipe and mandrel are heated up by inserting into a hot curing oven or by circulating steam inside the mandrel for curing. Both pipe and mandrel are rotated during this stage to ensure a uniform cure.
7.3 Mandrel Extraction or De-MoldingIf the pipe contains an integral female (box) thread, the steel mold which is used to form the thread is now unscrewed. The steel mandrel is then hydraulically pulled out of the pipe.
7.4 Calibration & Thread FormingThe pipe is cut to the correct length. Depending on the nominal pipe size and pressure series, male (pin) threads are formed either by using precision machining (resulting in a machined pin thread) or by thread casting (resulting in a molded pin thread).
7.5 Shop / Mill Hydrostatic Testing100% of RED BOX® and BLUE BOX® products are hydrostatically mill tested at ambient conditions before dispatch. All products manufactured by Future Pipe Industries are mill tested at a minimum of 1.25 times their design pressure for a minimum of 2 minutes.
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7.6 Color CodingRED BOX® and BLUE BOX® generally use color coding system for easy identification.
There are two or three stripes painted near both ends of the pipe. These stripes signify the tubing & casing type and series. Each series is given its own color identification.
Series Equivalent color code
1,000Black
1,250Silver
1,500White
1,750Silver + Gold
2,000Blue
2,250Silver + Black
2,500Green
2,750White + Silver
3,000Brown
3,250Silver + Blue
3,500White + Blue
product type
first stripe
second stripe
product type
first stripe
second stripe
product type
Color coding example: RED BOX® 2250
Pipeline type(RED BOX®)
Series
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8. TYPICAL MECHANICAL & HYDROSTATIC PROPERTIES OF PIPE
The below mechanical properties have been measured at a standard lab temperature of 73.5°F (23°C), unless specified otherwise.
Property Test methodSize 2-3/8” to 10-3/4”
Units Value Units Value
Hoop tensile stress(hydrostatic at weep, bi-axial)
ASTM D1599 PSI 31,300 N/mm2 216
Axial tensile stress (mechanical, uni-axial)
ASTM D2105 PSI 30,000 N/mm2 207
Axial tensile modulus ASTM D2105 PSI (X106) 3.0 N/mm2 20,685
Property Test methodSize 11-3/4” to 24”
Units Value Units Value
Hoop tensile stress(hydrostatic at weep, bi-axial)
ASTM D1599 PSI 36,250 N/mm2 250
Axial tensile stress (mechanical, uni-axial)
ASTM D2105 PSI 9,400 N/mm2 65
Axial tensile modulus ASTM D2105 PSI (X106) 1.52 N/mm2 10,500
Future Pipe Industries has produced this catalogue for general information only, and it is not intended for design purposes. Although every effort has been made to maintain the accuracy and reliability of its contents. Future Pipe Industries in no way assumes responsibility for liability for any loss, damage, injury resulting from the use of information and data herein nor is any warranty expressed or implied.
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9. TYPICAL PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF PIPE
Property Test method Units Value Units Value
Coefficient of linear thermal expansion
ASTM D696in/in/°F(X10-5)
1.1 – 1.2mm/mm/°C
(X10-5)2.0 – 2.2
Thermal conductivity ASTM C177BTU/ft/hour/°F
0.17 W/m/K 0.29
Specific heat - BTU/lb/°F 0.22 J/kg/K 921
Glass content(by mass)
ASTM D2584 %
75 ± 5 (for pipe)70 ± 5
(for fittings)
%
75 ± 5 (for pipe)70 ± 5
(for fittings)
Glass content(by volume)
ASTM D2584 %
58 ± 7(for pipe)52 ± 6
(for fittings)
%
58 ± 7(for pipe)52 ± 6
(for fittings)
Density of the laminate ASTM D792 lb/in3 0.07 kg/m3 1,850
Specific gravity ASTM D792 - 1.85 - 1.85
Barcol hardness ASTM D2583 - 35 - 35
Absolute pipe wall roughness - inch 0.0004 mm 0.01
Minimum flow coefficient (C) Hazen Williams - 150 - 150
Surface Roughness parameter (e) AWWA M45 ft (X10-5) 1.7 m (X10-6) 5.18
Roughness coefficient (n) Manning - 0.009 - 0.009
Future Pipe Industries has produced this catalogue for general information only, and it is not intended for design purposes. Although every effort has been made to maintain the accuracy and reliability of its contents. Future Pipe Industries in no way assumes responsibility for liability for any loss, damage, injury resulting from the use of information and data herein nor is any warranty expressed or implied.
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10. DEFINITION OF DESIGN PRESSURE & PRESSURE RATING
The design pressure should be the most severe internal operating pressure that the system will be subjected to under all modes of operation, including startups, shutdowns, etc. throughout the entire life time of the system.
The pressure rating of the selected products shall at least be equal to the design pressure of the system. Depending on the specific service conditions (such as collapse loads, temperature, additional axial loads, etc.), adjustment of the pressure rating can be performed to accommodate such conditions in the design.
11. DEFINITION OF DESIGN TEMPERATURE & TEMPERATURE RATING
The design temperature should be the most severe temperature that the system will be subjected to under all modes of operation, throughout the entire life time of the system. The temperature rating of the selected products shall at least be equal to the design temperature of the system.
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12. PRODUCT RANGE – PIPE + PRIME CONNECTION
The pressure series and wall thicknesses of RED BOX® and BLUE BOX® tubing & casing are based on established design criteria for down-hole applications. Depending on temperature (ex: for applications greater than 150°F / 65°C), operating and/or installation conditions, the pressure series given below may require adjustment; contact Future Pipe Industries to obtain a suitable product class (i.e. de-rating factor).
Nominal Pipe Size (Inches)
Pressure Rating (PSI)
1000Series
1250Series
1500Series
1750Series
2000Series
2250Series
2500Series
2750Series
3000Series
3250Series
3500Series
2-3/8
2-7/8
3-1/2
4
4-1/2
5-1/2
6-5/8
7
7-5/8
9-5/8
10-3/4
11-3/4
13-3/8
16
18
20
24
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13. PRODUCT TECHNICAL DATASHEETS - FOR US MARKET APPLICATIONS
RED
BOX®
100
0 SE
RIES
– F
OR
US
MA
RKET
APP
LICA
TIO
NS
DIM
ENSI
ON
AL
SPEC
IFIC
ATIO
NS
Nom
inal
Size
(inch
es)
Nom
inal
I.D.
(inch
es)
Max
imum
Drift
Dia
(inch
es)
Nom
inal
O.D
.(in
ches
)
Nom
inal
Wal
l(in
ches
)
Pin
Ups
etO
.D.
(inch
es)
Max
Box
OD1
(inch
es)
Nom
inal
Wei
ght
Conn
ectio
n Ty
pe3
API
5B,
Tabl
e 14
*, 7
**, 6
***
15th
Edi
tion
Apr
il 20
08(lb
s/ft)
(lbs/
jt)2
2-3/
82.
001.
912.
160.
082.
693.
430.
720
2-3/
8" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
*IJ
2-7/
82.
472.
372.
670.
103.
193.
931.
029
2-7/
8" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
*IJ
3-1/
23.
002.
903.
250.
133.
854.
821.
544
3-1/
2" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
*IJ
43.
333.
243.
610.
144.
355.
561.
855
4" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
* IJ
4-1/
23.
983.
894.
300.
164.
855.
762.
267
4-1/
2" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
*IJ
5-1/
24.
424.
334.
780.
185.
607.
003.
192
5-1/
2" 8
Rd C
SG LT
C**
IJ
6-5/
85.
435.
335.
870.
226.
738.
284.
413
36-
5/8"
8Rd
CSG
LTC
**IJ
76.
216.
116.
710.
257.
108.
244.
914
87"
8Rd
CSG
LTC
**IJ
7-5/
86.
216.
116.
710.
257.
739.
665.
917
77-
5/8"
8Rd
CSG
LTC
**IJ
8-5/
87.
847.
758.
470.
318.
739.
767.
422
38-
5/8"
8Rd
CSG
LTC
**IJ
10-3
/48.
858.
769.
560.
3610
.85
13.5
511
.935
810
-3/4
" 8R
d C
SG S
TC**
*IJ
11-3
/410
.72
10.6
211
.49
0.39
11.9
314
.00
14.1
424
11-3
/4"
8/6R
d C
SG S
TC**
*TC
13-3
/811
.97
11.8
712
.83
0.43
13.6
515
.00
18.2
546
13-3
/8"
8/6R
d C
SG S
TC**
*TC
1614
.48
14.3
915
.53
0.52
16.3
317
.90
25.8
773
16"
6Rd
CSG
STC
TC
1816
.37
16.2
717
.55
0.59
18.8
421
.45
35.6
1,06
918
" 6R
d C
SG S
TC T
C
2017
.98
17.8
919
.28
0.65
20.2
022
.65
41.7
1,25
120
" 6R
d C
SG S
TC T
C
2423
.78
23.6
925
.50
0.86
26.7
931
.40
82.6
2,47
924
" 4R
d C
SG S
TC L
TC
1. T
oler
ance
+ 0
.05”
& –
0.0
01”.
Dep
endi
ng o
n th
e ap
plic
atio
n, s
mal
ler M
ax. B
ox O
.D. a
re a
vaila
ble,
2. S
tand
ard
Join
t Len
gth
is 30
ft,
3. (a
. Thr
ead
leng
ths
may
exc
eed
API
L4,
b. R
d =
Roun
d th
read
per
inch
, c. E
UE
= Ex
tern
al-U
pset
End
s, d
. Csg
= C
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g, e
. IJ
= In
tegr
al J
oint
,f.
TC =
Thr
eade
d &
Cou
pled
)
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RFO
RMA
NCE
AN
D RA
TIN
GS
(-60
°F to
+20
0 °F
)
Nom
inal
Siz
e (In
ches
)In
tern
al P
ress
ure
Ratin
g (p
si)
Stan
dard
Fac
tory
H
ydro
stat
icTe
st P
ress
ure
(psi
)
Colla
pse
Ratin
g (p
si)
Axi
al Te
nsio
nRa
ting
(lbs)
Stre
tch
vs Te
nsio
n-O
ver-
Pipe
-Wt
Stre
tch
(ft) =
Coe
ff. x
P x
L
2-3/
81,
000
1,30
031
08,
000
0.64
9
2-7/
81,
000
1,30
035
012
,500
0.38
7
3-1/
21,
000
1,30
037
019
,000
0.24
9
41,
000
1,30
034
022
,500
0.21
4
4-1/
21,
000
1,30
031
031
,000
0.16
3
5-1/
21,
000
1,30
033
039
,500
0.12
5
6-5/
81,
000
1,30
033
059
,000
0.08
4
71,
000
1,30
033
076
,500
0.06
4
7-5/
81,
000
1,30
033
077
,500
0.06
4
9-5/
81,
000
1,30
031
012
1,00
00.
042
10-3
/41,
000
1,30
031
015
4,00
00.
033
11-3
/41,
000
1,30
024
013
5,50
00.
037
13-3
/81,
000
1,30
024
016
9,00
00.
030
161,
000
1,30
024
021
7,50
00.
020
181,
000
1,30
024
026
4,50
00.
015
201,
000
1,30
024
031
0,00
00.
013
241,
000
1,30
024
063
1,50
00.
007
Whe
re: P
= T
ensil
e Lo
ad (1
,000
lbs)
, L =
Stri
ng L
engt
h (1
,000
ft)
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MEN
SIO
NA
L SP
ECIF
ICAT
ION
S
Nom
inal
Size
(inch
es)
Nom
inal
I.D.
(inch
es)
Max
imum
Drift
Dia
(inch
es)
Nom
inal
O.D
.(in
ches
)
Nom
inal
Wal
l(in
ches
)
Pin
Ups
etO
.D.
(inch
es)
Max
Box
OD1
(inch
es)
Nom
inal
Wei
ght
Conn
ectio
n Ty
pe3
API
5B,
Tabl
e 14
*, 7
**, 6
***
15th
Edi
tion
Apr
il 20
08(lb
s/ft)
(lbs/
jt)2
2-3/
82.
001.
912.
210.
102.
693.
430.
824
2-3/
8" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
*IJ
2-7/
82.
472.
372.
730.
133.
193.
931.
134
2-7/
8" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
*IJ
3-1/
23.
002.
903.
300.
153.
854.
821.
649
3-1/
2" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
*IJ
43.
333.
243.
680.
174.
355.
562.
164
4" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
* IJ
4-1/
23.
983.
894.
400.
214.
855.
762.
782
4-1/
2" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
*IJ
5-1/
24.
424.
334.
870.
235.
607.
003.
610
75-
1/2"
8Rd
CSG
LTC
**IJ
6-5/
85.
435.
335.
970.
276.
738.
285.
215
66-
5/8"
8Rd
CSG
LTC
**IJ
76.
216.
116.
830.
317.
108.
245.
917
87"
8Rd
CSG
LTC
**IJ
7-5/
86.
216.
116.
830.
317.
739.
666.
920
77-
5/8"
8Rd
CSG
LTC
**IJ
9-5/
87.
847.
758.
630.
409.
7312
.30
11.2
335
9-5/
8" 8
Rd C
SG LT
C**
IJ
10-3
/48.
858.
769.
760.
4510
.85
13.5
514
.042
110
-3/4
" 8R
d C
SG S
TC**
*IJ
11-3
/410
.72
10.6
211
.70
0.49
11.9
314
.00
16.9
507
11-3
/4"
8/6R
d C
SG S
TC**
*TC
13-3
/811
.97
11.8
713
.06
0.55
13.6
515
.00
21.5
646
13-3
/8"
8/6R
d C
SG S
TC**
*TC
1614
.48
14.3
915
.80
0.66
16.3
318
.20
30.9
927
16"
6Rd
CSG
STC
TC
1816
.37
16.2
717
.87
0.75
18.8
421
.90
43.6
1,30
718
" 6R
d C
SG S
TC T
C
2017
.98
17.8
919
.62
0.82
20.2
023
.00
50.1
1,50
420
" 6R
d C
SG S
TC T
C
2423
.78
23.6
925
.96
1.09
26.7
932
.10
97.4
2,92
124
" 4R
d C
SG S
TC L
TC
1. T
oler
ance
+ 0
.05”
& –
0.0
01”.
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endi
ng o
n th
e ap
plic
atio
n, s
mal
ler M
ax. B
ox O
.D. a
re a
vaila
ble,
2. S
tand
ard
Join
t Len
gth
is 30
ft,
3. (a
. Thr
ead
leng
ths
may
exc
eed
API
L4,
b. R
d =
Roun
d th
read
per
inch
, c. E
UE
= Ex
tern
al-U
pset
End
s, d
. Csg
= C
asin
g, e
. IJ
= In
tegr
al J
oint
,f.
TC =
Thr
eade
d &
Cou
pled
)
RED
BOX®
125
0 SE
RIES
– F
OR
US
MA
RKET
APP
LICA
TIO
NS
19
RED BOX® and BLUE BOX®
General Product CataloguePE
RFO
RMA
NCE
AN
D RA
TIN
GS
(-60
°F to
+20
0 °F
)
Nom
inal
Siz
e (In
ches
)In
tern
al P
ress
ure
Ratin
g (p
si)
Stan
dard
Fac
tory
H
ydro
stat
icTe
st P
ress
ure
(psi
)
Colla
pse
Ratin
g (p
si)
Axi
al Te
nsio
nRa
ting
(lbs)
Stre
tch
vs Te
nsio
n-O
ver-
Pipe
-Wt
Stre
tch
(ft) =
Coe
ff. x
P x
L
2-3/
81,
250
1,65
064
010
,500
0.46
7
2-7/
81,
250
1,65
067
016
,000
0.29
5
3-1/
21,
250
1,65
060
022
,500
0.22
1
41,
250
1,65
064
029
,000
0.16
9
4-1/
21,
250
1,65
064
041
,000
0.11
8
5-1/
21,
250
1,65
060
049
,500
0.10
1
6-5/
81,
250
1,65
059
072
,500
0.06
9
71,
250
1,65
059
076
,500
0.05
2
7-5/
81,
250
1,65
059
086
,500
0.05
2
9-5/
81,
250
1,65
058
014
0,50
00.
033
10-3
/41,
250
1,65
060
016
1,50
00.
025
11-3
/41,
250
1,65
045
014
7,00
00.
029
13-3
/81,
250
1,65
045
018
9,50
00.
023
161,
250
1,65
045
021
7,50
00.
016
181,
250
1,65
045
033
6,50
00.
012
201,
250
1,65
045
036
2,00
00.
010
241,
250
1,65
045
068
3,00
00.
006
Whe
re: P
= T
ensil
e Lo
ad (1
,000
lbs)
, L =
Stri
ng L
engt
h (1
,000
ft)
20
RED BOX® and BLUE BOX®
General Product CatalogueDI
MEN
SIO
NA
L SP
ECIF
ICAT
ION
S
Nom
inal
Size
(inch
es)
Nom
inal
I.D.
(inch
es)
Max
imum
Drift
Dia
(inch
es)
Nom
inal
O.D
.(in
ches
)
Nom
inal
Wal
l(in
ches
)
Pin
Ups
etO
.D.
(inch
es)
Max
Box
OD1
(inch
es)
Nom
inal
Wei
ght
Conn
ectio
n Ty
pe3
API
5B,
Tabl
e 14
*, 7
**, 6
***
15th
Edi
tion
Apr
il 20
08(lb
s/ft)
(lbs/
jt)2
2-3/
82.
001.
912.
260.
132.
693.
430.
928
2-3/
8" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
*IJ
2-7/
82.
472.
372.
770.
153.
193.
931.
338
2-7/
8" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
*IJ
3-1/
23.
002.
903.
370.
193.
854.
821.
957
3-1/
2" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
*IJ
43.
333.
243.
750.
214.
355.
562.
574
4" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
* IJ
4-1/
23.
983.
894.
480.
254.
855.
763.
295
4-1/
2" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
*IJ
5-1/
24.
424.
334.
960.
275.
607.
004.
112
35-
1/2"
8Rd
CSG
LTC
**IJ
6-5/
85.
435.
336.
100.
346.
738.
286.
018
16-
5/8"
8Rd
CSG
LTC
**IJ
76.
216.
116.
970.
387.
108.
247.
121
27"
8Rd
CSG
LTC
**IJ
7-5/
86.
216.
116.
970.
387.
739.
668.
024
07-
5/8"
8Rd
CSG
LTC
**IJ
9-5/
87.
847.
758.
800.
489.
7312
.30
12.8
384
9-5/
8" 8
Rd C
SG LT
C**
IJ
10-3
/48.
858.
769.
940.
5410
.85
13.5
516
.148
210
-3/4
" 8R
d C
SG S
TC**
*IJ
11-3
/410
.72
10.6
211
.90
0.59
11.9
314
.00
19.8
593
11-3
/4"
8/6R
d C
SG S
TC**
*TC
13-3
/811
.97
11.8
713
.29
0.66
13.6
515
.20
25.2
755
13-3
/8"
8/6R
d C
SG S
TC**
*TC
1614
.48
14.3
916
.08
0.80
16.3
318
.35
36.9
1,10
816
" 6R
d C
SG S
TC T
C
1816
.37
16.2
718
.18
0.91
18.8
422
.50
50.6
1,51
918
" 6R
d C
SG S
TC T
C
2017
.98
17.8
919
.97
1.00
20.2
023
.40
58.0
1,73
920
" 6R
d C
SG S
TC T
C
1. T
oler
ance
+ 0
.05”
& –
0.0
01”.
Dep
endi
ng o
n th
e ap
plic
atio
n, s
mal
ler M
ax. B
ox O
.D. a
re a
vaila
ble,
2.
Sta
ndar
d Jo
int L
engt
h is
30 ft
,3.
(a. T
hrea
d le
ngth
s m
ay e
xcee
d A
PI L
4, b
. Rd
= Ro
und
thre
ad p
er in
ch, c
. EU
E =
Exte
rnal
-Ups
et E
nds,
d. C
sg =
Cas
ing,
e. I
J =
Inte
gral
Joi
nt,
f. TC
= T
hrea
ded
& C
oupl
ed)
RED
BOX®
150
0 SE
RIES
– F
OR
US
MA
RKET
APP
LICA
TIO
NS
21
RED BOX® and BLUE BOX®
General Product CataloguePE
RFO
RMA
NCE
AN
D RA
TIN
GS
(-60
°F to
+20
0 °F
)
Nom
inal
Siz
e (In
ches
)In
tern
al P
ress
ure
Ratin
g (p
si)
Stan
dard
Fac
tory
H
ydro
stat
icTe
st P
ress
ure
(psi
)
Colla
pse
Ratin
g (p
si)
Axi
al Te
nsio
nRa
ting
(lbs)
Stre
tch
vs Te
nsio
n-O
ver-
Pipe
-Wt
Stre
tch
(ft) =
Coe
ff. x
P x
L
2-3/
81,
500
1,95
01,
200
13,0
000.
363
2-7/
81,
500
1,95
01,
000
19,0
000.
266
3-1/
21,
500
1,95
01,
100
28,0
000.
178
41,
500
1,95
01,
100
35,0
000.
138
4-1/
21,
500
1,95
01,
100
46,5
000.
098
5-1/
21,
500
1,95
01,
000
55,5
000.
084
6-5/
81,
500
1,95
01,
100
72,5
000.
054
71,
500
1,95
01,
000
76,5
000.
042
7-5/
81,
500
1,95
01,
000
86,5
000.
042
9-5/
81,
500
1,95
01,
000
140,
500
0.02
7
10-3
/41,
500
1,95
01,
000
161,
500
0.02
1
11-3
/41,
500
1,95
075
014
7,00
00.
024
13-3
/81,
500
1,95
075
018
9,50
00.
019
161,
500
1,95
075
029
0,50
00.
013
181,
500
1,95
075
033
6,50
00.
010
201,
500
1,95
075
036
2,00
00.
008
Whe
re: P
= T
ensil
e Lo
ad (1
,000
lbs)
, L =
Stri
ng L
engt
h (1
,000
ft)
22
RED BOX® and BLUE BOX®
General Product CatalogueDI
MEN
SIO
NA
L SP
ECIF
ICAT
ION
S
Nom
inal
Size
(inch
es)
Nom
inal
I.D.
(inch
es)
Max
imum
Drift
Dia
(inch
es)
Nom
inal
O.D
.(in
ches
)
Nom
inal
Wal
l(in
ches
)
Pin
Ups
etO
.D.
(inch
es)
Max
Box
OD1
(inch
es)
Nom
inal
Wei
ght
Conn
ectio
n Ty
pe3
API
5B,
Tabl
e 14
*, 7
**, 6
***
15th
Edi
tion
Apr
il 20
08(lb
s/ft)
(lbs/
jt)2
2-3/
82.
001.
912.
290.
152.
693.
431.
030
2-3/
8" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
*IJ
2-7/
82.
472.
372.
830.
183.
193.
931.
545
2-7/
8" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
*IJ
3-1/
23.
002.
903.
440.
223.
854.
822.
265
3-1/
2" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
*IJ
43.
333.
243.
810.
244.
355.
562.
781
4" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
* IJ
4-1/
23.
983.
894.
570.
294.
855.
763.
610
94-
1/2"
8Rd
EU
E Lo
ng*I
J
5-1/
24.
424.
335.
060.
325.
607.
004.
613
95-
1/2"
8Rd
CSG
LTC
**IJ
6-5/
85.
435.
336.
210.
396.
738.
286.
820
56-
5/8"
8Rd
CSG
LTC
**IJ
76.
216.
117.
110.
457.
108.
248.
224
67"
8Rd
CSG
LTC
**IJ
7-5/
86.
216.
117.
110.
457.
739.
669.
127
37-
5/8"
8Rd
CSG
LTC
**IJ
9-5/
87.
847.
758.
980.
579.
7312
.30
14.6
438
9-5/
8" 8
Rd C
SG LT
C**
IJ
10-3
/48.
858.
7610
.12
0.64
10.8
514
.70
18.3
549
10-3
/4"
8Rd
CSG
STC
***I
J
11-3
/410
.72
10.6
212
.11
0.70
12.6
514
.80
24.9
748
11-3
/4 8
/6Rd
CSG
STC
L T
C
13-3
/811
.97
11.8
713
.53
0.78
14.1
916
.85
31.9
956
13-3
/8 8
/6Rd
CSG
STC
L T
C
1614
.48
14.3
916
.37
0.95
16.3
318
.55
42.4
1,27
216
" 6R
d C
SG S
TC T
C
1. T
oler
ance
+ 0
.05”
& –
0.0
01”.
Dep
endi
ng o
n th
e ap
plic
atio
n, s
mal
ler M
ax. B
ox O
.D. a
re a
vaila
ble,
2.
Sta
ndar
d Jo
int L
engt
h is
30 ft
,3.
(a. T
hrea
d le
ngth
s m
ay e
xcee
d A
PI L
4, b
. Rd
= Ro
und
thre
ad p
er in
ch, c
. EU
E =
Exte
rnal
-Ups
et E
nds,
d. C
sg =
Cas
ing,
e. I
J =
Inte
gral
Joi
nt,
f. TC
= T
hrea
ded
& C
oupl
ed)
RED
BOX®
175
0 SE
RIES
– F
OR
US
MA
RKET
APP
LICA
TIO
NS
23
RED BOX® and BLUE BOX®
General Product CataloguePE
RFO
RMA
NCE
AN
D RA
TIN
GS
(-60
°F to
+20
0 °F
)
Nom
inal
Siz
e (In
ches
)In
tern
al P
ress
ure
Ratin
g (p
si)
Stan
dard
Fac
tory
H
ydro
stat
icTe
st P
ress
ure
(psi
)
Colla
pse
Ratin
g (p
si)
Axi
al Te
nsio
nRa
ting
(lbs)
Stre
tch
vs Te
nsio
n-O
ver-
Pipe
-Wt
Stre
tch
(ft) =
Coe
ff. x
P x
L
2-3/
81,
750
2,30
01,
600
15,0
000.
333
2-7/
81,
750
2,30
01,
600
22,5
000.
217
3-1/
21,
750
2,30
01,
600
32,0
000.
148
41,
750
2,30
01,
500
40,0
000.
126
4-1/
21,
750
2,30
01,
600
46,5
000.
084
5-1/
21,
750
2,30
01,
500
55,5
000.
072
6-5/
81,
750
2,30
01,
600
72,5
000.
047
71,
750
2,30
01,
600
76,5
000.
035
7-5/
81,
750
2,30
01,
600
86,5
000.
035
9-5/
81,
750
2,30
01,
600
140,
500
0.02
2
10-3
/41,
750
2,30
01,
500
161,
500
0.01
8
11-3
/41,
750
2,30
01,
200
192,
500
0.02
0
13-3
/81,
750
2,30
01,
200
233,
000
0.01
6
161,
750
2,30
01,
200
290,
500
0.01
1
Whe
re: P
= T
ensil
e Lo
ad (1
,000
lbs)
, L =
Stri
ng L
engt
h (1
,000
ft)
24
RED BOX® and BLUE BOX®
General Product CatalogueDI
MEN
SIO
NA
L SP
ECIF
ICAT
ION
S
Nom
inal
Size
(inch
es)
Nom
inal
I.D.
(inch
es)
Max
imum
Drift
Dia
(inch
es)
Nom
inal
O.D
.(in
ches
)
Nom
inal
Wal
l(in
ches
)
Pin
Ups
etO
.D.
(inch
es)
Max
Box
OD1
(inch
es)
Nom
inal
Wei
ght
Conn
ectio
n Ty
pe3
API
5B,
Tabl
e 14
*, 7
**, 6
***
15th
Edi
tion
Apr
il 20
08(lb
s/ft)
(lbs/
jt)2
2-3/
82.
001.
912.
340.
172.
693.
431.
235
2-3/
8" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
*IJ
2-7/
82.
472.
372.
890.
213.
193.
931.
750
2-7/
8" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
*IJ
3-1/
23.
002.
903.
510.
253.
854.
822.
473
3-1/
2" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
*IJ
43.
333.
243.
880.
284.
355.
563.
192
4" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
* IJ
4-1/
23.
983.
894.
650.
344.
855.
894.
112
34-
1/2"
8Rd
EU
E Lo
ng*I
J
5-1/
24.
424.
335.
170.
375.
607.
005.
315
95-
1/2"
8Rd
CSG
LTC
**IJ
6-5/
85.
435.
336.
330.
456.
738.
287.
823
36-
5/8"
8Rd
CSG
LTC
**IJ
7-5/
86.
216.
117.
250.
527.
739.
6610
.330
87-
5/8"
8Rd
CSG
LTC
**IJ
9-5/
87.
847.
759.
150.
659.
7313
.00
16.4
493
9-5/
8" 8
Rd C
SG LT
C**
IJ
10-3
/48.
858.
7610
.33
0.74
10.8
514
.70
20.6
619
10-3
/4"
8Rd
CSG
STC
***I
J
1. T
oler
ance
+ 0
.05”
& –
0.0
01”.
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endi
ng o
n th
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plic
atio
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mal
ler M
ax. B
ox O
.D. a
re a
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,3.
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s m
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d A
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4, b
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J =
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f. TC
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RED
BOX®
200
0 SE
RIES
– F
OR
US
MA
RKET
APP
LICA
TIO
NS
25
RED BOX® and BLUE BOX®
General Product CataloguePE
RFO
RMA
NCE
AN
D RA
TIN
GS
(-60
°F to
+20
0 °F
)
Nom
inal
Siz
e (In
ches
)In
tern
al P
ress
ure
Ratin
g (p
si)
Stan
dard
Fac
tory
H
ydro
stat
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ress
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(psi
)
Colla
pse
Ratin
g (p
si)
Axi
al Te
nsio
nRa
ting
(lbs)
Stre
tch
vs Te
nsio
n-O
ver-
Pipe
-Wt
Stre
tch
(ft) =
Coe
ff. x
P x
L
2-3/
82,
000
2,60
02,
400
17,5
000.
274
2-7/
82,
000
2,60
02,
400
24,0
000.
183
3-1/
22,
000
2,60
02,
300
32,0
000.
126
42,
000
2,60
02,
200
41,5
000.
108
4-1/
22,
000
2,60
02,
300
46,5
000.
073
5-1/
22,
000
2,60
02,
300
55,5
000.
059
6-5/
82,
000
2,60
02,
300
72,5
000.
040
7-5/
82,
000
2,60
02,
300
86,5
000.
030
9-5/
82,
000
2,60
02,
200
140,
500
0.01
9
10-3
/42,
000
2,60
02,
200
161,
500
0.01
5
Whe
re: P
= T
ensil
e Lo
ad (1
,000
lbs)
, L =
Stri
ng L
engt
h (1
,000
ft)
26
RED BOX® and BLUE BOX®
General Product CatalogueDI
MEN
SIO
NA
L SP
ECIF
ICAT
ION
S
Nom
inal
Size
(inch
es)
Nom
inal
I.D.
(inch
es)
Max
imum
Drift
Dia
(inch
es)
Nom
inal
O.D
.(in
ches
)
Nom
inal
Wal
l(in
ches
)
Pin
Ups
etO
.D.
(inch
es)
Max
Box
OD1
(inch
es)
Nom
inal
Wei
ght
Conn
ectio
n Ty
pe3
API
5B,
Tabl
e 14
*, 7
**, 6
***
15th
Edi
tion
Apr
il 20
08(lb
s/ft)
(lbs/
jt)2
2-3/
82.
001.
912.
380.
192.
693.
431.
338
2-3/
8" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
*IJ
2-7/
82.
472.
372.
930.
233.
193.
931.
855
2-7/
8" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
*IJ
3-1/
23.
002.
903.
580.
293.
854.
822.
883
3-1/
2" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
*IJ
43.
333.
243.
960.
314.
355.
563.
410
24"
8Rd
EU
E Lo
ng*
IJ
4-1/
23.
983.
894.
740.
384.
855.
894.
613
84-
1/2"
8Rd
EU
E Lo
ng*I
J
5-1/
24.
424.
335.
260.
425.
607.
005.
917
65-
1/2"
8Rd
CSG
LTC
**IJ
6-5/
85.
435.
336.
460.
526.
738.
618.
826
36-
5/8"
8Rd
CSG
LTC
**IJ
7-5/
86.
216.
117.
390.
597.
739.
8311
.534
57-
5/8"
8Rd
CSG
LTC
**IJ
9-5/
87.
847.
759.
320.
749.
7313
.00
18.2
547
9-5/
8" 8
Rd C
SG LT
C**
IJ
10-3
/48.
858.
7610
.52
0.83
10.8
513
.89
24.6
738
10-3
/4"
8Rd
CSG
STC
***T
C
1. T
oler
ance
+ 0
.05”
& –
0.0
01”.
Dep
endi
ng o
n th
e ap
plic
atio
n, s
mal
ler M
ax. B
ox O
.D. a
re a
vaila
ble,
2.
Sta
ndar
d Jo
int L
engt
h is
30 ft
,3.
(a. T
hrea
d le
ngth
s m
ay e
xcee
d A
PI L
4, b
. Rd
= Ro
und
thre
ad p
er in
ch, c
. EU
E =
Exte
rnal
-Ups
et E
nds,
d. C
sg =
Cas
ing,
e. I
J =
Inte
gral
Joi
nt,
f. TC
= T
hrea
ded
& C
oupl
ed)
RED
BOX®
225
0 SE
RIES
– F
OR
US
MA
RKET
APP
LICA
TIO
NS
27
RED BOX® and BLUE BOX®
General Product CataloguePE
RFO
RMA
NCE
AN
D RA
TIN
GS
(-60
°F to
+20
0 °F
)
Nom
inal
Siz
e (In
ches
)In
tern
al P
ress
ure
Ratin
g (p
si)
Stan
dard
Fac
tory
H
ydro
stat
icTe
st P
ress
ure
(psi
)
Colla
pse
Ratin
g (p
si)
Axi
al Te
nsio
nRa
ting
(lbs)
Stre
tch
vs Te
nsio
n-O
ver-
Pipe
-Wt
Stre
tch
(ft) =
Coe
ff. x
P x
L
2-3/
82,
250
2,95
02,
600
17,5
000.
255
2-7/
82,
250
2,95
02,
600
24,0
000.
170
3-1/
22,
250
2,95
02,
700
32,0
000.
110
42,
250
2,95
02,
600
41,5
000.
094
4-1/
22,
250
2,95
02,
600
46,5
000.
064
5-1/
22,
250
2,95
02,
600
55,5
000.
052
6-5/
82,
250
2,95
02,
600
72,5
000.
034
7-5/
82,
250
2,95
02,
600
86,5
000.
026
9-5/
82,
250
2,95
02,
600
140,
500
0.01
7
10-3
/42,
250
2,95
02,
600
187,
000
0.01
3
Whe
re: P
= T
ensil
e Lo
ad (1
,000
lbs)
, L =
Stri
ng L
engt
h (1
,000
ft)
28
RED BOX® and BLUE BOX®
General Product CatalogueDI
MEN
SIO
NA
L SP
ECIF
ICAT
ION
S
Nom
inal
Size
(inch
es)
Nom
inal
I.D.
(inch
es)
Max
imum
Drift
Dia
(inch
es)
Nom
inal
O.D
.(in
ches
)
Nom
inal
Wal
l(in
ches
)
Pin
Ups
etO
.D.
(inch
es)
Max
Box
OD1
(inch
es)
Nom
inal
Wei
ght
Conn
ectio
n Ty
pe3
API
5B,
Tabl
e 14
*, 7
**, 6
***
15th
Edi
tion
Apr
il 20
08(lb
s/ft)
(lbs/
jt)2
2-3/
82.
001.
912.
430.
222.
693.
431.
442
2-3/
8" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
*IJ
2-7/
82.
472.
372.
990.
263.
193.
932.
162
2-7/
8" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
*IJ
3-1/
23.
002.
903.
630.
323.
854.
823.
090
3-1/
2" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
*IJ
43.
333.
244.
030.
354.
355.
563.
811
34"
8Rd
EU
E Lo
ng*
IJ
4-1/
23.
983.
894.
830.
424.
855.
985.
115
34-
1/2"
8Rd
EU
E Lo
ng*I
J
5-1/
24.
424.
335.
360.
475.
607.
006.
519
45-
1/2"
8Rd
CSG
LTC
**IJ
6-5/
85.
435.
336.
590.
586.
738.
619.
829
36-
5/8"
8Rd
CSG
LTC
**IJ
7-5/
86.
216.
117.
540.
677.
739.
3113
.340
07-
5/8"
8Rd
CSG
LTC
**TC
9-5/
87.
847.
759.
500.
839.
7312
.49
21.4
642
9-5/
8" 8
Rd C
SG LT
C**
TC
10-3
/48.
858.
7610
.72
0.94
10.8
514
.38
27.5
825
10-3
/4"
8Rd
CSG
STC
***T
C
1. T
oler
ance
+ 0
.05”
& –
0.0
01”.
Dep
endi
ng o
n th
e ap
plic
atio
n, s
mal
ler M
ax. B
ox O
.D. a
re a
vaila
ble,
2.
Sta
ndar
d Jo
int L
engt
h is
30 ft
,3.
(a. T
hrea
d le
ngth
s m
ay e
xcee
d A
PI L
4, b
. Rd
= Ro
und
thre
ad p
er in
ch, c
. EU
E =
Exte
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-Ups
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nds,
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sg =
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ing,
e. I
J =
Inte
gral
Joi
nt,
f. TC
= T
hrea
ded
& C
oupl
ed)
RED
BOX®
250
0 SE
RIES
– F
OR
US
MA
RKET
APP
LICA
TIO
NS
29
RED BOX® and BLUE BOX®
General Product CataloguePE
RFO
RMA
NCE
AN
D RA
TIN
GS
(-60
°F to
+20
0 °F
)
Nom
inal
Siz
e (In
ches
)In
tern
al P
ress
ure
Ratin
g (p
si)
Stan
dard
Fac
tory
H
ydro
stat
icTe
st P
ress
ure
(psi
)
Colla
pse
Ratin
g (p
si)
Axi
al Te
nsio
nRa
ting
(lbs)
Stre
tch
vs Te
nsio
n-O
ver-
Pipe
-Wt
Stre
tch
(ft) =
Coe
ff. x
P x
L
2-3/
82,
500
3,25
02,
900
17,5
000.
217
2-7/
82,
500
3,25
02,
900
24,0
000.
147
3-1/
22,
500
3,25
02,
900
32,0
000.
103
42,
500
3,25
02,
900
41,5
000.
083
4-1/
22,
500
3,25
02,
900
46,5
000.
057
5-1/
22,
500
3,25
02,
900
55,5
000.
047
6-5/
82,
500
3,25
02,
900
72,5
000.
030
7-5/
82,
500
3,25
02,
900
107,
500
0.02
3
9-5/
82,
500
3,25
02,
900
152,
000
0.01
5
10-3
/42,
500
3,25
02,
900
187,
000
0.01
2
Whe
re: P
= T
ensil
e Lo
ad (1
,000
lbs)
, L =
Stri
ng L
engt
h (1
,000
ft)
30
RED BOX® and BLUE BOX®
General Product CatalogueDI
MEN
SIO
NA
L SP
ECIF
ICAT
ION
S
Nom
inal
Size
(inch
es)
Nom
inal
I.D.
(inch
es)
Max
imum
Drift
Dia
(inch
es)
Nom
inal
O.D
.(in
ches
)
Nom
inal
Wal
l(in
ches
)
Pin
Ups
etO
.D.
(inch
es)
Max
Box
OD1
(inch
es)
Nom
inal
Wei
ght
Conn
ectio
n Ty
pe3
API
5B,
Tabl
e 14
*, 7
**, 6
***
15th
Edi
tion
Apr
il 20
08(lb
s/ft)
(lbs/
jt)2
2-3/
82.
001.
912.
470.
242.
693.
431.
545
2-3/
8" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
*IJ
2-7/
82.
472.
373.
060.
293.
193.
932.
369
2-7/
8" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
*IJ
3-1/
23.
002.
903.
720.
363.
854.
873.
410
13-
1/2"
8Rd
EU
E Lo
ng*I
J
43.
333.
244.
130.
404.
355.
564.
212
74"
8Rd
EU
E Lo
ng*
IJ
4-1/
23.
983.
894.
920.
475.
607.
046.
619
95-
1/2"
8Rd
CSG
LTC
**TC
5-1/
24.
424.
335.
470.
535.
607.
097.
221
75-
1/2"
8Rd
CSG
LTC
**IJ
6-5/
85.
435.
336.
730.
656.
738.
1811
.233
66-
5/8"
8Rd
CSG
LTC
**TC
7-5/
86.
216.
117.
690.
747.
739.
5214
.744
27-
5/8"
8Rd
CSG
LTC
**TC
1. T
oler
ance
+ 0
.05”
& –
0.0
01”.
Dep
endi
ng o
n th
e ap
plic
atio
n, s
mal
ler M
ax. B
ox O
.D. a
re a
vaila
ble,
2.
Sta
ndar
d Jo
int L
engt
h is
30 ft
,3.
(a. T
hrea
d le
ngth
s m
ay e
xcee
d A
PI L
4, b
. Rd
= Ro
und
thre
ad p
er in
ch, c
. EU
E =
Exte
rnal
-Ups
et E
nds,
d. C
sg =
Cas
ing,
e. I
J =
Inte
gral
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nt,
f. TC
= T
hrea
ded
& C
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PERF
ORM
AN
CE A
ND
RATI
NG
S (-6
0 °F
to +
200
°F)
Nom
inal
Siz
e (In
ches
)In
tern
al P
ress
ure
Ratin
g (p
si)
Stan
dard
Fac
tory
H
ydro
stat
icTe
st P
ress
ure
(psi
)
Colla
pse
Ratin
g (p
si)
Axi
al Te
nsio
nRa
ting
(lbs)
Stre
tch
vs Te
nsio
n-O
ver-
Pipe
-Wt
Stre
tch
(ft) =
Coe
ff. x
P x
L
2-3/
82,
750
3,60
03,
200
17,5
000.
204
2-7/
82,
750
3,60
03,
200
24,0
000.
129
3-1/
22,
750
3,60
03,
200
32,0
000.
086
42,
750
3,60
03,
200
41,5
000.
070
4-1/
22,
750
3,60
03,
200
60,0
000.
051
5-1/
22,
750
3,60
03,
200
60,0
000.
041
6-5/
82,
750
3,60
03,
200
83,0
000.
026
7-5/
82,
750
3,60
03,
200
107,
500
0.02
0
Whe
re: P
= T
ensil
e Lo
ad (1
,000
lbs)
, L =
Stri
ng L
engt
h (1
,000
ft)
RED
BOX®
275
0 SE
RIES
– F
OR
US
MA
RKET
APP
LICA
TIO
NS
31
RED BOX® and BLUE BOX®
General Product CatalogueDI
MEN
SIO
NA
L SP
ECIF
ICAT
ION
S
Nom
inal
Size
(inch
es)
Nom
inal
I.D.
(inch
es)
Max
imum
Drift
Dia
(inch
es)
Nom
inal
O.D
.(in
ches
)
Nom
inal
Wal
l(in
ches
)
Pin
Ups
etO
.D.
(inch
es)
Max
Box
OD1
(inch
es)
Nom
inal
Wei
ght
Conn
ectio
n Ty
pe3
API
5B,
Tabl
e 14
*, 7
**, 6
***
15th
Edi
tion
Apr
il 20
08(lb
s/ft)
(lbs/
jt)2
2-3/
82.
001.
912.
520.
262.
693.
431.
750
2-3/
8" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
*IJ
2-7/
82.
472.
373.
120.
333.
193.
932.
575
2-7/
8" 8
Rd E
UE
Long
*IJ
3-1/
23.
002.
903.
770.
393.
854.
873.
610
93-
1/2"
8Rd
EU
E Lo
ng*I
J
43.
333.
244.
190.
434.
355.
774.
513
64"
8Rd
EU
E Lo
ng*
IJ
4-1/
23.
983.
895.
030.
525.
607.
047.
321
85-
1/2"
8Rd
CSG
LTC
**TC
5-1/
24.
424.
335.
570.
585.
606.
688.
124
35-
1/2"
8Rd
CSG
LTC
**TC
1. T
oler
ance
+ 0
.05”
& –
0.0
01”.
Dep
endi
ng o
n th
e ap
plic
atio
n, s
mal
ler M
ax. B
ox O
.D. a
re a
vaila
ble,
2.
Sta
ndar
d Jo
int L
engt
h is
30 ft
,3.
(a. T
hrea
d le
ngth
s m
ay e
xcee
d A
PI L
4, b
. Rd
= Ro
und
thre
ad p
er in
ch, c
. EU
E =
Exte
rnal
-Ups
et E
nds,
d. C
sg =
Cas
ing,
e. I
J =
Inte
gral
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nt,
f. TC
= T
hrea
ded
& C
oupl
ed)
PERF
ORM
AN
CE A
ND
RATI
NG
S (-6
0 °F
to +
200
°F)
Nom
inal
Siz
e (In
ches
)In
tern
al P
ress
ure
Ratin
g (p
si)
Stan
dard
Fac
tory
H
ydro
stat
icTe
st P
ress
ure
(psi
)
Colla
pse
Ratin
g (p
si)
Axi
al Te
nsio
nRa
ting
(lbs)
Stre
tch
vs Te
nsio
n-O
ver-
Pipe
-Wt
Stre
tch
(ft) =
Coe
ff. x
P x
L
2-3/
83,
000
3,90
03,
500
17,5
000.
178
2-7/
83,
000
3,90
03,
500
24,0
000.
115
3-1/
23,
000
3,90
03,
400
32,0
000.
081
43,
000
3,90
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14. FITTINGS’ PRODUCT RANGE
RED BOX® and BLUE BOX® pipe systems are offered with a complete line of fittings. Contact Future Pipe Industries for dimensional details of any component.
14.1 FlangeAll flanges are flat faced and these can be supplied using the drill dimensions of ASME/ANSI B16.5 specification in classes 150, 300, 600, 900, 1500 and 2500. Contact Future Pipe Industries for other ANSI flanges classes.
RED BOX® and BLUE BOX® flat faced flanges can be directly connected to flat face steel flanges of the same size and drill class. In case of connection to a raised face steel flange, a spacer ring is required so as to convert the raised face steel flange into a flat face configuration.
Stainless steel spiral wound gaskets with graphite filling such as Garlock® and Flexitallic® are recommended to obtain correct sealing. If needed, spiral wound gaskets made using special grades of stainless steel can also be used.
14.2 Coupling
14.3 NippleNipples are short length components with pin (male) threads on both sides. Typical end-to-end lengths vary from 12” (~300 mm) to 24” (~600 mm), depending on the thread size.
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14.4 Reducer Bushing
14.6 Swage
14.7 Sub JointSub joints which are in the form of pin x pin (male x male) pipe are available both individually and in sets. Standard sub joint set consists of five lengths: 2, 4, 6, 8, and 10 feet (i.e. 610, 1220, 1830, 2440 and 3050 mm). Custom non-standard length sub joints are available upon request. All sub joints are manufactured at the maximum wall thickness available for the thread size ordered.
14.5 Reducer Coupling
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14.8 Pup JointPup joints which are in the form of pin x box (male x female) pipe are available both individually and in sets. Standard pup joint set consists of five lengths: 2, 4, 6, 8, and 10 feet (i.e. 610, 1220, 1830, 2440 and 3050 mm). Custom non-standard length pup joints are available upon request. All pup joints are manufactured at the maximum wall thickness available for corresponding thread size.
14.9 Stainless Steel AdaptorsThreaded stainless steel adaptors which are compatible with RED BOX® and BLUE BOX® threads, are available on request – contact us to discuss your requirements.
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15. SPECIAL PRODUCTS, FEATURES AND SERVICES
15.1 Special Products• Down-hole Crossover Joints: In addition to the typical fitting type crossover, full or partial length crossover joints are
available for mixed string down-hole applications. The connections on these crossovers are as per tubing or casing of the same size and all performance capabilities of the main string are maintained.
• Test Coupons: Test coupons are available for chemical resistance monitoring and testing. The coupons are typically perforated for handling and are epoxy coated on all exposed saw cut edges.
• Flange Gaskets, Bolts, Nuts, and Washers: Spiral wound Flexitallic style gaskets together with studs, nuts, and washers for each size and ratings of flange are available. Note that the bolt length for fiberglass flanges differs from that required for steel.
Customers with special requirements should feel free to propose any new or different products to be manufactured. Our business is to provide working solution to application problems with fiberglass products, be they standard or unique.
• Slotted Well Screens: Well screens in all tubing and casing sizes slotted to customer specified slot opening dimensions are available. Further details on this product are included on the drawing provided in this section.
Slots per liner foot based on a minimum of 2.5% open area for 0.020” slot width and 3% open area for all other slot width
Slot Width (Inches)
Slot Length on the ID(Inches)
Tubing / Casing Size
3-1/2 4 4-1/2 5-1/2 6-5/8 7, 7-5/8 9-5/8 10-3/4 11-3/4 13-3/8
0.020
3.00
34 42 52 58 69 77 95 109 138 157
0.025 33 41 50 55 66 74 91 105 133 151
0.028 29 36 44 49 59 66 81 93 119 135
0.038 22 27 33 37 44 49 60 69 87 99
0.058 14 18 22 24 29 32 39 45 57 65
0.125 7 9 10 11 14 15 19 21 27 31
0.250 4 5 5 6 7 8 10 11 14 16
Please Contact Future Pipe Industries for other tubing and casing diameters slotted well screen not listed
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Centralizers. Molded epoxy casing and tubing centralizers are available for all sizes
15.2 Special FeaturesIn order to more closely fulfil the requirements of particular fiberglass applications, Future Pipe Industries offers a variety of special product features to accommodating less common requirements and requests from our customers. The following list details some of the typical features:
• Turned Down Connections: Particularly in the case of down-hole products where tubing, liners, and casing must be inserted into open hole or existing casing, a maximum connection outside diameter less than that of the standard product is occasionally necessary. In these circumstances the bell shaped female thread connection can, to a limited degree, be diminished by removing material on a lathe. This optional feature is more thoroughly detailed later in this section.
• Strap-Lock Upset: Strap wrenches and strap equipped hydraulic tongs are normally used to makeup fiberglass pipe and tubing. In order to do so, the fabric belt must grip on the smooth glassy surface of the fiberglass and this frequently presents slippage problems. To resolve this common problem, Future Pipe Industries offers, a patented process and product named Strap-Lock. This consists of a sparingly applied rough coat surface bonded to the upset area of the pipe. All strap type tools grip this surface firmly and positively and no performance properties of the product are diminished by this feature.
• Rough Coat Exterior: A rough coat exterior consisting of number 0 blasting abrasive bonded to the exterior of casing intended to be cemented into the well is available in all sizes. The abrasive is applied to the pipe surface prior to curing which results in the coating being essentially integral to the casing body. The rough coat consequently will not un-bond from the casing body and provides a strong permanent anchor pattern for the intended cement.
• Flush Joints and Custom Connections: In some sizes and circumstances Future Pipe Industries offers special non-standard connections and thread forms per the customer’s specification. These connections include flush joints for down-hole applications as well as varying thread forms.
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15.3 Special ServicesThe following is a list of in-plant services available to customers of Future Pipe Industries. These services are typically charged either on a per item basis or as a package included in the price of products sold for which the services are provided. These services are available only for products manufactured by Future Pipe Industries.
• Special Makeup Services: Services to make up parts or assemblies delivered to the plant that are intended to be used in conjunction with Future Pipe Industries products is available. Down-hole tools, metallic pup or sub joints, valves, and other items can be made up to the consecutive joint of fiberglass pipe or tubing in the installation design. This service is generally performed to save rig time and to insure that the more complicated and delicate makeups are performed in the best conditions possible. The Future Pipe Industries facility is fully equipped with the necessary handling equipment for such equipment.
• Inspection Services: In-plant inspection of used products delivered to the Future Pipe Industries facility is available. Inspection services include thread inspection, pipe dimensional inspections, and chemical degradation inspections. Disposal of rejected products is available as well.
• Rethreading of Used Tubing: Threaded male ends on pipe or tubing can be cut off and rethreaded to reclaim used products.
• Chemical Exposure Testing: In-house temperature controlled long or short term chemical exposure testing is available to verify the suitability of fiberglass products in particularly severe chemical service. Fiberglass coupons are immersed in the customer provided fluid intended to be handled by fiberglass pipe or tubing and held in a temperature controlled oven. After an appropriate period of time the coupons are recovered and inspected to determine their resistance to the chemical in question.
• Steel Pipe Overwrap: Future Pipe Industries offers the application of reinforced fiberglass overwrap of steel pipe, tubing, or casing for corrosion protection or other purposes. The overwrap is applied to customer specified thicknesses then cured and trimmed.
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THREADED HIGH PRESSURE FIBERGLASS TUBING & CASINGGENERAL INSTALLATION MANUAL
DOC. HP TCD 004 Rev.1 20150929Issue Date: 29th September 2015
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TERMS OF USE
This guide is specifically for Future Pipe Industries’ (FPI’s) medium- and high pressure down-hole tubing and casing pipe with threaded end connections.
As this pipe may contain corrosive fluids and/or operate at a high pressure level, the instructions in this manual must be followed to avoid serious personal injury or property damage.
Improper installation can cause injury or damage. Installation contractors should read and follow all cautions and warnings to avoid personal injury. They should also observe general safety practices with all the tools, wear protective clothing when necessary and pay particular attention to section in this guide on field hydrostatic testing recommendations.
We highly recommend that all installation contractors be trained and certified in accordance with FPI’s installation standards and with API specification 15TL4. For current information on field training, installation training seminars or FPI’s field service, please contact FPI.
It is the policy of FPI to improve its products continually. In accordance with this policy, FPI reserves the right to make changes in specifications, descriptions, and illustrative material contained in this manual as the conditions warrant. The information contained herein is general in nature and does not intend to express any warranty of any type whatsoever nor shall any be implied.
This is a dynamic, live and in-process document which can be revised at any time by FPI based on engineering analysis of a given pipe system, changes in products or improvements in installation techniques.
We accept no responsibility for the interpretation of statements made.
This document contains confidential and proprietary information. Reproduction or disclosure of any part of this document is only allowed with written authorization from Future Pipe Industries.
All rights are vested at Future Pipe Industries.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
The information published in this document and on our website is intended as a guide to our clients and customers. While Future Pipe Industries makes a good faith effort to ensure the accuracy of such information and content, the reader should be aware that any information, graphics and content contained in our catalogue and on our website does not constitute a warranty of any kind or sort. All rights and obligations relating to sales and purchases of our products and services are governed by the terms and conditions of the written documents evidencing each such sale and purchase.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 FIELD SERVICES GUIDE
2 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS2.1 Transportation and Handling2.2 Load Inspection2.3 Storage
3 BASIC TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT3.1 Wrenches 3.2 Brushes 3.3 Thread Compound or Sealant 3.4 Elevators3.5 Slips 3.6 Packers3.7 Single Joint Compensator3.8 Blow-Out Preventers3.9 Well Heads3.10 Weight Indicators
4 VISUAL INSPECTION BEFORE PIPE ASSEMBLY4.1 Pipe and Fittings4.2 Threads4.3 Thread Compound and Thread Sealant
5 PIPE ASSEMBLY / INSTALLATION5.1 General Information5.2 Precautions and Crew Size5.3 Procedure5.4 Connecting to Steel5.5 Tubing Stretch Calculations
6 FIELD TESTING RECOMMENDATIONS6.1 Annular Testing6.2 Internal Testing of Single Joints 6.3 Filling and Pressurizing the System
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1. FIELD SERVICES GUIDE
Future Pipe Industries recommends that customers with anything less than extensive experience in the installation of eight round threaded fiberglass products utilize the services of our field service technicians and of our field service equipment.
A list of services typically provided for installation of down-hole tubing and casing is given below:• Hands-on supervision and assistance in the unloading, storing, and handling of the tubing or casing at the well site.• Expertise and recommendations relative to the rig equipment in use for the running of the string, the packer,
wellhead, and other well equipment intended to be used in the installation.• Active supervision and participation in the make-up and running of the fiberglass string.• Expertise, recommendations, and active participation in the space out procedure of the installation.• Expertise, recommendations, and active participation in the testing of the completed string.• Expertise and recommendations relative to setting the fiberglass string.• Cleaning and inspection of used fiberglass tubular.• On-site reinforced fiberglass overwrap of steel casing connections.• For some sizes and in some locations, provision of a power tong, torque computer, slips, single joint compensator
and other necessary hand tools.
Field services are charged on a day rate plus expenses basis and are available worldwide; due to logistical constraints not all of these services are available in some locations. Note that the services provided do not include earthwork, excavation, construction, design, or any activities not specifically related to the assembly and make-up of the fiberglass products provided by Future Pipe Industries.
Future Pipe Industries field personnel have extensive and effective experience in the installation of fiberglass products in all forms of applications. Typically they can be of assistance in many aspects of a fiberglass project, only some of which are listed above. Their responsibilities, however, do not include the success or failure of a given project and their authority on a customer’s work site is restricted to advice and recommendations given to the customer and his employees. Field installation services are typically not available for products not manufactured by Future Pipe Industries.
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2. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
2.1 Transportation and Handling2.1.1 Pipe1. International pipe shipments typically arrive in 40 feet (12 meter) long containers. All containers are loaded
in the factory. It is highly recommended that these containers are not unloaded at the port of destination. If the containers need to be unloaded at the port, it is required that the pipe be crated at the factory and then inserted inside the containers. After arrival, crates can be removed from the containers and then transported inland from the port of destination.
2. For domestic shipments, flatbed trailers or other full surface trailers are recommended. Pole trailers are specifically not recommended and any flatbed trailer used should be of sufficient length to avoid any unsupported overhang of pipe ends.
3. Ensure that the trailer bed is free from nails and sharp objects. Protect pipe against point loading or impact damage at all times.
4. During transportation, ensure that both pipe ends are always protected with thread protectors. Pin end thread protectors shall cover the full length of the thread.
5. Side stanchions, padded either with wood or carpet type padding are recommended for loads of a height over five feet above the trailer bed. Four stanchions per side of the trailer within the length of the pipe load are sufficient.
6. Pipe layers should be stripped (supported) at four points along the axis of the pipe, one each 3 feet (1 meter) from each end and two equally spaced between those end pieces. Stripping should be placed on the trailer bed as well as between layers. In placement of the stripping, attention should be given to the varying diameters of any given pipe caused by the upsets and integral joint boxes. Stripping should be placed between a maximum of every third layer for pipe of 4” thread size and lower, between a maximum of every second layer for 5” through 7”, and between each layer for larger than 7”. Stripping must be free of nails, staples, etc.
7. Crated pipe should be stripped with a 2x6 lumber piece across the top of each frame layer within the load. Hence, between each layer, four stripping pieces should be positioned. These stripping pieces can be nailed to the top piece of each crate.
8. Tie downs must be of a fabric type as opposed to bare chain or cable. Properly padded and sleeved chains and cables may be used if the padding is in good condition.
9. Do not drop or bump the pipe from any height while loading, unloading and handling. Pay particular attention to avoid any impact to pin and box ends.
10. Loading and off-loading can be performed by a fork lift or a crane, see Picture 1 and Picture 2. While using a fork lift, ensure that the forks are protected with rubber pads to avoid direct contact with fiberglass pipe so as to prevent damage.
11. A forklift can lift several joints at a time, depending on the forklift capacity and the pipe size.12. While loading and offloading by crane, single joints must be lifted using a spreader bar with pliable nylon
straps or nylon ropes. Lift with two support points placed at equal distance from the pipe ends so the pipe is balanced.
13. Side posts of trailers must be wrapped with rubber sheets to avoid contact of fiberglass with steel. To provide adequate protection, side posts shall always be higher than the load.
2.1.2 Fittings1. Fittings are normally dispatched pre-packed in pallets or wooden boxes. All fittings in the box are separated by
corrugated sheet to prevent damage. It is recommended to store fittings in the same box until they are required to be installed.
2. During shipping, strap the wooden boxes to the vehicle using pliable straps or nylon ropes.3. When fittings are shipped individually, handle them manually (for small sized fittings) or on wooden pallets.4. When loading and unloading, any mechanical handling equipment (such as metal slings, hooks and chains)
must not come into direct contact with fiberglass products.5. Unprotected flange faces should never be placed directly on the ground or on concrete floors.
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2.2 Load InspectionUpon arrival of a shipment, each pipe must be inspected. Check to see if the load has shifted, or shows signs of unusual or rough handling. Check for excessive pipe bending caused by over-tightening of straps. Unless rough handling is evident, usually only a normal visual inspection is sufficient. A shifted load or other signs of rough treatment are cause for careful inspection of each joint. Look for light, discolored spots on the outside of the pipe resulting from impact or mechanical damage. Check pipe ends for damage, especially when the thread protectors are missing. Damaged or missing items should be marked on the delivery receipt. Notify the carrier’s agent immediately and leave the material as received for their inspection. Replacements for shortages and damaged materials are not automatically reshipped. Replacement materials must be ordered in the normal manner. Also check the bill of lading to assure accountability of all items.
2.3 Storage2.3.1 Pipe and Fittings1. Ensure the storage surface is clear, leveled, firm and free from rocks or any other sharp objects.2. Pipe should be stored separately according to pressure class and diameter.3. During storage, pipe shall be uniformly supported throughout the pipe length at all times by lumber placed
under each pipe layer. Pipe layers should be supported at four points along the axis of the pipe, one each 3 feet (1 meter) from each end and two equally spaced between those end pieces. Wooden wedges are used to prevent the stored pipe from sliding. Wedges should be placed on both sides of the stack on the cross timbers.
4. Crated pipe can be stacked and stored in the same crate as shipped.5. If fiberglass products will be stored for long periods (more than 6 months) or subjected to high temperatures,
they must be covered with tarpaulin or polyethylene sheeting.6. It is important to note that fiberglass threads shall not be subjected to direct Ultraviolet (UV) rays. Exposure to
UV rays from the sun for an extended period of time causes thread disintegration. Hence it is vital to cover them using the FPI-supplied thread protectors. In case no thread protectors are available at site, cover the threads temporarily using dark tarpaulin sheet, and arrange for replacements. Pipe surface is fully resistant to UV rays; ultraviolet effects are only limited to surface discoloration. Fiber bloom or fazing may occur if the pipe is exposed to sunlight for a long period of time (1 – 2 years). As this effect is only limited to the outer 4 mil to 10 mil (0.1 to 0.25 mm) of the pipe surface, the mechanical integrity of the pipe system is not affected in any way. Pipe will operate at 100% of its rating with no negative effect on its physical properties.
2.3.2 Teflon® Based Thread compound1. Teflon® based thread compound must be stored in its original packaging at temperatures between 10°C to
50°C. Make sure that the container lid is always closed when not in use to prevent any contamination.2. Keep the thread compound dry, away from frost and direct sunlight.3. The shelf life of Teflon® based thread compound is 5 years from the production date, if stored at proper
conditions.4. Teflon® based thread compound does not cure after application on the threads because of grease composition.
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2.3.3 Thread Sealant1. Thread sealant must be stored in its original packaging at temperatures between 10°C to 21°C.2. Keep the thread sealant dry, away from frost and direct sunlight.3. The Shelf Life is 6 months from the date of delivery if stored properly.
Picture 1: Fiberglass pipe loading / off-loading method by forklift.
Picture 2: Fiberglass pipe loading / off-loading method by crane
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3. BASIC TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
3.1 WrenchesAll joints supplied are designed with an extra thickness or upset at each end. During the make-up, breakout, or any operations involving the application of any gripping device, only this upset area should be used.
Warning: Do not use conventional steel pipe wrenches to make-up fiberglass pipe. Steel pipe wrenches apply concentrated point loading on the pipe wall and can easily damage the pipe. Use of steel pipe wrenches will void Future Pipe warranty.
See Table 1 for the recommended type and number of wrenches for make-up of fiberglass products.
3.1.1 Strap WrenchStrap wrenches (see Picture 3 and Picture 4) distribute the torque circumferentially and are recommended to help prevent placing too much torque on the connection. For best results when using strap wrenches, the strap should be free from grease, thread lubricant, etc. Use a silica-based powder (such as Comet or Ajax powder) to prevent the strap wrench from slipping. A wire brush may be needed to clean any residue from the inside of the straps prior to applying fresh powder.
When using a strap wrench, ensure not to point-load the fiberglass pipe. Point loading can collapse or damage the pipe wall when the wrench is pointed perpendicular to the pipe.
Two types of strap wrenches are commonly used:1. Ridgid® No. 5 strap wrench (see Picture 3) is normally used for make-up of 4” thread diameters and smaller. The
handle of this wrench is approximately 18” (450 mm) long.2. The 24” (600 mm) aluminum strap wrench (see Picture 4) is normally used with thread diameters larger than 4” during
make-up, or as a back-up wrench on smaller diameters. The handle of this wrench is about 24” (600 mm) long. This strap wrench could also be used in “hand-tightening” for larger diameter pipe.
3.1.2 Chain TongChain tongs can be used as long as the nose of the wrench does not point-load the pipe upset.
3.1.3 Power TongPower tongs are used to generate torque values which are difficult to achieve manually. If used correctly, power tongs provide a more consistent make-up versus manual make-up (see Picture 5).
3.2 Brushes2 types of brushes are commonly used:
1. Dope brush for applying Teflon® based thread compound (see Picture 6).2. Stiff bristle brush to clean threads (see Picture 7).
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Table 1: Recommended installation tools per crew.
Pipe Diameters Wrenches
Nominal thread diameter (inch) Nominal inner diameter (mm) -
2-3/8 50 1A & 1B or 2B
2-7/8 63 1A & 1B or 2B
3-1/2 to 4 75 to 85 1A & 1B or 2B
4-1/2 to 5 100 1A & 2B or 1A, 1B & 1C
5-1/2 112 1A & 2B or 1A, 1B & 1C
6-5/8 to 7 138 1A & 2B or 1A, 1B & 1C
7 to 7-5/8 150 to 158 1A & 3B or 1A, 2B & 1C
8-5/8 to 9-5/8 200 1A & 4B or 1A, 2B & 1C
10-3/4 and higher 225 and higher 1A, 2B & 1C
Key:A Ridgid® No. 5 strap wrench (for thread diameters <= 4”) or 24” aluminum strap wrench
(for thread diameters > 4”)B Chain tongC Power tong1, 2, 3 or 4 Indicates the quantity of required wrenches
3.3 Thread Compound or SealantConsult with Future Pipe Industries for the appropriate recommendation for each application.
3.3.1 Teflon® Based Thread CompoundFPI recommends using TF-15 Teflon® based thread compound for all liquid applications.
Minimum properties of Teflon® based thread compound for use on the threads:1. 15% minimum Teflon® content.2. 60 to 120 mesh Teflon® particle size (powder is unacceptable).3. Must be of API standard oilfield thread lube composition.4. Must be a low shear type.5. Should not be thickened with abrasives, clay, etc.
3.3.2 Thread SealantFor all dry gas applications, FPI recommends a polysulfide based thread sealant. This one-part sealant cures in between 10-15 minutes once exposed to moisture or humidity. Once the sealant is applied on the threads, a small amount of water is sprayed before the joint make-up by using a water spray bottle. This thread sealant should be considered permanent which means disassembly of a connection made with this compound is problematic.
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3.4 Elevators3.4.1 Conventional Square Shoulder ElevatorsThese can be used to install fiberglass tubing with the threaded and coupled connection. However, due to the larger outside diameter (O.D.) of fiberglass tubing, the next larger size elevator may be required. See product data sheets to determine proper elevator size.
Conventional elevators can lock up on the integral joints or point load which can cause damage to the integral joint/build-up area.
3.4.2 Slip-Type ElevatorsThese are required when installing fiberglass tubing with the integral joint connection, unless lift pins or pick up subs are used.
3.5 SlipsRefer to RED BOX® and BLUE BOX® product datasheets for maximum box O.D. dimensions. Use these dimensions to determine the proper size slips.
Note the following:• Conventional air slips or spider slips may be used during installation. • Fiberglass tubing Button-type slips are not recommended. • Do not let slips ride on the tubing while the tubing is being installed.
3.6 PackersFiberglass tubing is suitable for use with most packers, but in most cases it is not recommended to set the packer with the fiberglass string. While the tensile capacities of the fiberglass typically exceed the setting requirements for most tension set packers, if there are problems during running or setting the packer, the fiberglass string is not likely to be strong enough to take the punishment required to resolve those problems. Hence, it is recommended that the packer, equipped with an on-off tool, is set with a steel work string. The work string is then pulled and the fiberglass is run into the hole with the on-off tool and latched into the packer.
Installation temperatures vs. operating temperatures must be accounted for in design and installation. The injection or production of hot fluids may cause fiberglass tubing to elongate and release the packer or on/off tool. Cold fluids may apply extra tensile forces to the tubing string.
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3.6.1 Tension PackersThese are normally used with fiberglass tubing in high fluid level wells. FPI recommends using tension packers with a 25,000 lbs. (11,400 kg) shear ring. Standard elements or soft elements may be used as long as the tensile ratings of the product are not exceeded. Scale and build-up may occur below the packer where salt water exits the packer. Since releasing a tension packer requires movement down the hole, this build-up may prevent the packer’s release. In most cases, this problem can be avoided by running a tubing sub or full joint below the packer.
3.6.2 Permanent (or Drillable) PackersThese are often set by wire line or a steel work string. Either locator or anchor type seal assemblies can be run on the tubing. If seal assemblies are used, a latch-in assembly is recommended to prevent cyclic tensile loading and to prevent pumping the seals out of the packer bore during operation.
RED BOX® and BLUE BOX® tubing and casing may be set in compression under circumstances which will alleviate the possibility of buckling. When setting a packer or latching into a permanent packer, note the following:• The weight of the tubing string prior to pulling tension shall not exceed the tensile rating of the tubing.• Packers should be equipped with a soft (50-65 shore hardness) rubber to ensure a seal at lower tensile levels.
In most cases, FPI recommends the commonly referred to “over-shot with dog ears” or “J latch” type of on/off tool for latching into permanent packers. A right-hand release on all packers or on/off tools is recommended.
3.7 Single Joint CompensatorOn larger diameter fiberglass tubing the weight of a single joint can be several hundred pounds. This weight can cause problems when applying proper torque. This dead weight can be offset by a compensator or counter weight, single joint compensator makes applying torque much easier and more precise.
3.8 Blow-Out PreventersFPI recommends an annular blow out preventer for potential well control closure. Most fiberglass tubing products have larger O.D.’s than steel tubing. Therefore, tubing ram preventers may not properly mate and seal.
When closed, both annular and tubing ram preventers exert a closure force on the tubing. The force depends on:• The type of the preventer. • The amount of hydraulic closing pressure to the preventer.• The well bore pressure or test pressure applied below the closed preventer.
3.9 Well Heads3.9.1 Slip Type Well Heads Refer to dimensional data in RED BOX® and BLUE BOX® Product Data sheets before selecting the proper slip type well head, since the fiberglass tubing normally has a larger O.D. than the steel tubing.
If the well head slips, rings and rubber do not match the fiberglass tubing O.D., options are the following:• To machine the slips and pack off rings from an old well head to match the fiberglass tubing O. D.• Special landing subs with exact O.D.’s which are available from FPI.
3.9.2 Flanged Type Well HeadsFPI recommends the following procedure when using flanged type well heads.1. A stainless steel sub, coated sub, etc. should be used between a flanged type well head and the fiberglass
tubing string. Or, the flanged type well head should have a thread matching that of supplied fiberglass product.
2. The fiberglass tubing string must not hang directly from a connection of fiberglass to steel with a short thread form. Do not screw the flanged type well head directly onto the tubing with valves, etc. on top of the flange. The extra weight may damage the FRP tubing threads. Separate them before installing.
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3.10 Weight IndicatorsBecause of fiberglass tubing’s high buoyancy factor (about 0.5), weight indicators are required for installing or pulling fiberglass tubing. Indicators should be calibrated for accuracy just prior to installation and be capable of displaying a minimum of 500 pound (225 kg) increments. Accurate weight indicators must be on the rig and working at all times.
Picture 3: Ridgid® No. 5 strap wrench.
Picture 4: Aluminum strap wrench. Picture 5: Power tong.
Picture 6: Dope brush. Picture 7: Stiff bristle brush.
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4. VISUAL INSPECTION BEFORE PIPE ASSEMBLY
4.1 Pipe and FittingsAll pipe, fittings and components shall be visually inspected for damages that may have occurred during shipment. 100% of the exterior surface shall be inspected visually and the internal surface shall be inspected where accessible. Defective pipe or fittings must not be used in the pipe system.
4.2 ThreadsThreads shall be cleaned before any visual inspection. In case thread integrity is under doubt, the site supervisor shall be contacted to make a second check. A detached thread may lead to cross threading.
Threads shall be free from visible tears, cuts, grinds, shoulders or any other imperfections which break their continuity within the normal mating surface on the pin and the box at the final make-up position. Superficial scratches and surface irregularities that do not affect the continuity of thread surfaces are occasionally encountered and may not necessarily be detrimental. Use API 15HR as a reference for acceptable visual standards on threads. As a guide to acceptance, the most critical consideration is to ensure that there are no detectable protrusions on the threads to score mating surfaces.
If the thread has been previously used and is being reinstalled, remove sand, dirt or any foreign material which may cause improper make-up and sealing. Wash pin and box threads with mineral spirit or a solvent such as acetone which will remove the old thread lubricant, tape or foreign material. Dry both threads completely. Any liquid left in the base of the threads will prevent good thread lubrication.
4.3 Thread Compound and Thread SealantThread compound shall be inspected prior to its use, ensuring that there is no foreign matter.
In case the Teflon® based thread compound is used, ensure that it is between 10°C and 50°C for optimum brush-ability.
In case the thread sealant is used, ensure that its temperature is between 40°C and 55°C to ensure correct application.
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5. PIPE ASSEMBLY / INSTALLATION
5.1 General InformationThe procedures in this section are general in nature. More specific, additional details may be provided during the actual installation in the form of project specific work instructions. It must be ensured that all levels of staff are aware of these procedures in order to ensure the quality of connection. It is important that only qualified personnel perform the thread make-up procedure. The objective is to ensure that the installed string will meet the specified performance requirements.
Although these procedures are as complete as possible, it is impossible to describe every circumstance that may be encountered in the field. Because of this, FPI’s experienced site supervisor may vary the described procedure in order to achieve an optimum solution using the latest installation techniques.
In case the joining is performed without the supervision of FPI’s supervisor, the responsibility of proper make-up lies with the end-user, or their contractor.
5.2 Precautions and Crew SizeFiberglass tubing and casing differs from steel and requires different handling and running techniques. The method of manufacture results in dimensions that do not always correspond with steel tubular dimensions. Of particular concern are the variations in outside and upset diameters which do not, in general, correspond with the standard dimensions of steel tubing.
Care should be taken when unloading tubing and casing. Do not drop or throw. A minimum of two (2) men are required to move fiberglass tubular of less than 4 inches in nominal diameter. On larger sizes a third man or handling equipment is recommended
Most fiberglass tubing failures are the result of improper make-up of the threaded connections. FPI tubing and casing utilize an integral joint or threaded and coupled 8Rd or 6Rd threaded connections. To achieve a structurally sound, leak tight connection, it must be properly made-up to a controlled torque level using the proper thread compound.
5.3 ProcedureThe following procedure is recommended:1. When picking up joints from the racks do not allow pin threads to be exposed. Replace any thread protectors that
may be missing. Unprotected pin ends may drag and be damaged.2. Standard elevators can, in most cases, be used to run fiberglass tubing. It is always advisable to measure the
upset diameter of the fiberglass tubing and to make sure that the slip dimensions are correct. In some cases, the slips must be dressed to fit the fiberglass tubing in order to avoid any single point contact that might damage the tubing. Square shoulder elevators can be used up to a maximum of 3,000 lbs. (1,350 kg) string weight or for any threaded and coupled strings. Use:
MYT elevators for 2-3/8” and 2-7/8” size tubing. YT elevators for 3-1/2” and 4-1/2” size tubing. YC elevators for 5-1/2” and larger size tubing or casing. Special considerations may be required when string weight exceeds 20,000 lbs. (9,100 kg) to assure trouble free
running for fiberglass tubular. (Note that the weights may refer to immersed weights, which account for the weight-reducing effect of buoyancy. Buoyancy Factor for fiberglass is about 0.5, much lower than for steel).
3. Do not set the slips while the fiberglass tubing is being raised or lowered.4. All threaded connections should be cleaned prior to use. Cleaning on the rack with a medium pressure water jet
or steam cleaner is recommended. Do not use powered brushes or wire bristle brushes. Solvent cleaning with a fast drying non-residue solvent, such as methylene chloride is acceptable. Do not use diesel fuel as a final cleaning agent. Following cleaning, thread protectors should be installed.
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5. If steel-to-fiberglass connections are required examine the steel threads carefully to insure that no burrs are present. In connecting any steel connections to fiberglass the fiberglass torque values must be used.
6. If a full joint of steel tubular is to be added to a fiberglass string, care must be taken to insure that the weight of the hanging steel joint be supported by a single joint compensator and that the fiberglass female connection at no time during the make-up be required to support the steel joint. If the weight of the steel joint is supported by the fiberglass threads during the make-up, damage to the fiberglass threads may occur.
7. When connecting into a steel female thread such as a submersible pump or packer, make sure that the steel thread is an 8Rd long thread up to 4-1/2” size, 8Rd casing long thread for sizes 5-1/2” through 9-5/8”. In sizes than 10-3/4” and larger fiberglass crossover couplings or male threads may be required to cross from the fiberglass threads to the conventional 8 round thread. In the smaller sizes, if the steel thread is 8Rd short thread and cannot be changed out to long thread, a steel changeover to long thread is recommended. In case the fiberglass pin must be made up into steel short thread, please consult Future Pipe in cutting off fiberglass long form 8Rd threads. There will be some loss of tensile strength from published values because of the shortened pin thread.
8. Thread compound must be a low shear type compound. Dependent on conditions, Teflon® based thread compound, or thread sealant are recommended. Consult Future Pipe Industries for the appropriate recommendation for each application.a. Apply the Teflon® based thread compound to the pin and box using a “moustache” type brush. The
compound is to be lightly and uniformly applied. The general thread form should be just visible after application of compound. Teflon® tape1 may be recommended on some larger diameter casing applications and it is always recommended on fiberglass to steel connections. Apply two passes of tape, down and up the pin threads.
b. Thread sealant is applied using a caulking gun and a comb to distribute the compound over the threads. See the written instructions with the compound for full details as to the application procedure. Refer to Picture 8 & Picture 9.
c. Note: Field experience indicates that thread compounds formulated with silicon base grease or oils will significantly reduce make-up torque requirements.
Picture 8: Application of thread sealant Picture 9: Application of thread sealant
1 Teflon® tape should be 1” (25 mm) wide and 4 mil (0.1 mm) thick and shall contain 100% Teflon®.
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9. Start the connections by hand and make-up to the hand tight position. Do not force threads. If hand make-up becomes a problem, back out the connection, clean, re-apply thread compound and try again.
10. Complete the make-up using a strap wrench or a power tong that has been demonstrated to be capable of make-up without damage to the pipe body. Position the strap or the tong jaws on the heavier upset area of the tubing. Controlled torque is required to ensure a leak tight connection. On larger sizes a chain wrench can be used to make-up and to back-up. See Picture 10 & Picture 11.
DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN CONNECTION.It is recommended that torque control be established using an electronic strain gage/load cell type device. Hydraulic pressure gages that monitor the hydraulic pressure delivered to a hydraulic tong have proven unreliable for this application.
NOTE: Fiberglass-to-fiberglass tightening torque levels are significantly lower than those required for steel connections.Please consult Future Pipe Industries for recommended fiberglass tubing/casing torque
Picture 10: Application of strap wrench Picture 11 Application of power tong
11. When making-up steel-to-fiberglass connections, use the torque value for the fiberglass.12. RED BOX® and BLUE BOX® tubing may be set in compression only under particular circumstances which
alleviate the possibility of buckling. If considering a compression set, contact Future Pipe Industries personnel for information. When setting a packer or latching into a permanent packer, note the weight of the tubing string prior to pulling tension. Be certain not to exceed the tensile rating of the tubing when setting the string in tension. Packers should be equipped with soft, 50 shore hardness rubber to insure a seal at the lesser tensile values of fiberglass tubing.
13. When pulling fiberglass tubing, do not rotate the connection after threads have disengaged. Do not allow the threads to jump out under tension or jump out and fall back on the stationary threads.
14. When pulling fiberglass tubular, do not allow the slip dies to rub against the pipe body. Set the slips carefully to avoid impact damage. Make certain the blocks are completely stopped before setting the slips.
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5.4 Connecting to Steel1. On all steel-to-fiberglass connections examine the steel threads carefully to ensure that no burrs are present. Any
steel burrs will damage the fiberglass threads. In order to ensure that there are no burrs, chase the steel thread (making up and breaking out) with another steel thread.
2. If a full joint of steel tubing is to be added to a fiberglass string, care must be taken to ensure that the weight of the hanging steel joint is supported by a single joint compensator and that the fiberglass female connection at no time during the make-up be required to support the steel joint. If the weight of the steel joint is supported by the fiberglass threads during the make-up, damage to the fiberglass threads may occur.
5.5 Tubing Stretch CalculationsPlease consult Future Pipe Industries for tubing stretch calculations.
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6 FIELD TESTING RECOMMENDATIONS
Installed FPI down-hole tubing should be tested prior to use to assure soundness of all joints and connections. Sudden pressure surges or “water hammer” must be avoided during testing. In some instances surge or hammer can produce pressures of several times the operating pressure or rating of the tubing. Testing with air or gas is extremely dangerous and should not be done.
Note: All fiberglass tubing strings should be anchored at the bottom to prevent compressive loads or cyclic tensile loading which can damage the tubing and shorten life expectancy.
6.1 Annular TestingTubing is normally tested by pressurizing the annulus after the string has been installed. Most state regulatory agencies require this type of testing.
Note: If a string is installed with a tension packer, pressurizing the annulus will place a downward force on the packer. This downward force will be converted to an added tensile load on the tubing if the packer moves.
When tubing is installed with a tension packer, caution should be used not to exceed the collapse and tensile ratings of the tubing.
Fluid differentials should be calculated prior to testing to assure that collapse ratings are not exceeded. The formula most often used in the industry to calculate differential (i.e. bottom hole head pressure vs. collapse pressure) is as follows:
Head Pressure (psi) = 0.052 × weight of fluid (lbs./gal.) × depth of packer (ft.)
6.2 Internal Testing of Single JointsRED BOX® and BLUE BOX® tubing can be internally tested during installation by using a tubing test truck. FPI recommends using a bar tool or mandrel with expandable elements. This tool is also referred to as a sliding piston with a double hose hook up.
A single hose joined by rods with cups and slips can also be used, but the cups must be replaced every few joints due to the sharp pin ends on fiberglass tubing. FPI recommends hydro testing by this method above the slips.
6.3 Filling and Pressurizing the SystemFPI recommends introducing water into the annulus or tubing, preferably with a 1” line and bleed off the air. Allow ample time for all air or gas to escape. This procedure may require adding water to the annulus or tubing several times until all air or gas have escaped. After the system is filled and all air is purged, the outlet can be slowly brought up to the desired test pressure. Increase the pressure in maximum 250 psi increments every five minutes to the desired pressure rating. Do not exceed the operating and or pressure rating of the lowest rated element in the system.
In case of low static fluid level wells, FPI recommends to never apply the total injection pressure without first filling the tubing with fluid. If pressure is applied without first bleeding off all the air or gas, severe water hammer may occur producing pressures of several times the system’s operating pressures and/or the rating of the tubing.
These procedures should be followed every time the well has been removed from operation and is being put back into service.
If a tubing string is tested with air or gas, FPI will not be responsible for any resulting injury to personnel or damage to property, including the pipe or tubing. If there is no alternative to testing with air or gas, FPI will recommend test procedures and precautions to minimize possible hazards, but will not bear responsibility for damage or injury under any circumstances. Such testing is done entirely at the risk of the owner.
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