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Make Up Torque Chart Beste

The document provides a chart with recommended make-up torque values for drilling bits based on their diameter and API connection type. It ranges from 3000 to 40000 ft-lbs depending on the specific bit size and connection. It also lists steps for properly making up a bit, which includes using a bit breaker, inspecting the bit for damage, applying thread compound, and torquing the connection to the recommended value in the chart.

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Make Up Torque Chart Beste

The document provides a chart with recommended make-up torque values for drilling bits based on their diameter and API connection type. It ranges from 3000 to 40000 ft-lbs depending on the specific bit size and connection. It also lists steps for properly making up a bit, which includes using a bit breaker, inspecting the bit for damage, applying thread compound, and torquing the connection to the recommended value in the chart.

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Make - Up Torque

Reference

Make - Up Torque
Bit Diameter API Connection Recommended Torque
3 3/4" to 4 1/2" 2 3/8" API Regular 3000 to 3500 ft/lbs
4 5/8" to 4 7/8" 2 7/8" API Regular 6000 to 7000 ft/lbs
5" to 7 1/4" 3 1/2" API Regular 7000 to 9000 ft/lbs
7 1/2" to 9 1/4" 4 1/2" API Regular 12000 to 16000 ft/lbs
9 1/2" to 14 1/2" 6 5/8" API Regular 28000 to 32000 ft/lbs
14 3/4" to 18 1/2" 7 5/8" API Regular 34000 to 40000 ft/lbs

BIT MAKE-UP
1) Use the correct bit breaker.
2) Inspect the bit for potential damage incurred during shipping. Make sure the inside of the bit is clear
3)Place the bit breaker into the bushings or breaker holder.
4) Place the bit into the breaker.
5) Apply thread compound to the bit's API connection. Make -up the bit using the appropriate torque value as in the chart above.

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