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CONTENTS

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OPERATOR QUICK REFERENCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

SECTION 1.0 – INSTALLATION AND OPERATION

1.1 Surface Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
1.2 Subsea Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

SECTION 2.0 – PHYSICAL DATA

2.1 Engineering Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.2 Bolt and Wrench Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.3 Outside Dimensions - Screwed Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
2.4 Outside Dimensions - Latched Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2.5 Inside Dimensions - Screwed Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
2.6 Inside Dimensions - Latched Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
2.7 API Ring Joint Flange Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
2.8 Clamp Hub Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

SECTION 3.0 – PACKERS AND SEALS

3.1 Packing Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3.2 Seals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

SECTION 4.0 – MAINTENANCE AND TESTING

4.1 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
4.2 Seal Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
4.3 Packing Unit Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
4.4 BOP Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

SECTION 5.0 – DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY

5.1 Disassembly — Screwed Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
5.2 Assembly — Screwed Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
5.3 Disassembly — Latched Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
5.4 Assembly — Latched Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

SECTION 6.0 – PARTS AND STORAGE

6.1 Parts List — Screwed Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
6.2 Parts List — Latched Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
6.3 Preventor Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
6.4 Rubber Goods Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Please contact Hydril Pressure Control Equipment for any assistance or questions concerning the information in this
manual. All information contained in this manual is the exclusive property of Hydril.

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HYDRIL/P.O. BOX 60458/HOUSTON, TEXAS 77205
TELEPHONE: (281) 449-2000 FAX: (281) 985-2828
WEB: www.hydril.com

©2002 Hydril Company LP All Rights Reserved Rev. D, August 16, 2002
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OPERATOR QUICK REFERENCE

Standard
Hookup

Closing
Pressure

Opening
Pressure

Control Pressures
▲ Surface Control Pressure —psi

WELL PRESSURE—psi
Initial*
Pipe Size Closure 500 1500 2500 3500 5000

2 3/8 950 850 600 350 100 50

2 7/8" 750 650 400 150 50 50

3 1/2" 700 550 300 50 50 50

4 1/2"-5 1/2" 650 500 150 50 50 50

7"-9 5/8" 600 400 50 50 50 50

Close cautiously to prevent collapse of casing.
CSO 1150 1150 1150 1150 1150 1150

▲ *Use closing pressure shown at initial closure to establish seal off and reduce closing pressure proportionally as well pressure
is increased. Well pressure will maintain closure after exceeding the required level. See Section 1 for control pressure graphs.
Closing pressures are average and will vary slightly with each packing unit. The above pressures are for the Standard Packing
Unit.
Optimum stripping is obtained by adjusting the Control Pressure to achieve a slight drilling fluid leakage as the tool joint passes
through the packing unit.
Subsea Operation
Drilling Fluid Density Closing Pressure Increase Per 100 Foot Water Depth

10 lb./gal. 1.5 psi

12 lb./gal. 4 psi

14 lb./gal. 6 psi

16 lb./gal. 8.5 psi

18 lb./gal. 10.5 psi

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ANNULAR BOP TESTING AND OPERATION

Proper Procedure for pressure testing any annular blow- increased in order to maintain the optimum closing force on
out preventer (BOP) ensures subsequent seal off and the packing unit. Optimum closing forces for high well
maximum packing unit life. Reliable seal off tests are made pressures may require careful application of pressure to the
by initially closing the packing unit with prescribed closing opening chamber. Closing pressure required to effect initial
chamber pressure on the recommended size test pipe, seal off may vary slightly between individual packing units.
proportionally reducing closing pressure as well pressure is Begin the test with the recommended initial closing pres-
increased, and by determining the remaining piston travel sure.
after seal off is achieved. Optimum packing unit life is Piston Stroke can be measured on GK blowout
obtained by testing at low rubber stress levels. Minimum preventers through a vertical passage in the top of the BOP
packing unit stress is achieved by use of the minimum head.* The maximum and minimum distances from the top
closing chamber pressure that will initiate and maintain seal of the head to the top of the piston are stamped on the BOP
off on the recommended size test pipe. head and are also listed in the table below. Piston stroke
The GK blowout preventer is designed to be well pres- remaining at seal off is a direct indicator of remaining
sure assisted in maintaining packing unit seal off once initial packing unit life. Record the piston stroke and the closing
seal off has been effected. Initial seal off is effected by pressure at seal off for each test. Compare with previous
applying pressure to the closing chamber. As well pressure results and with maximum piston stroke for the BOP to
or test pressure is increased, the closing force on the ensure subsequent seal offs. A valid test on any annular
packing unit also increases. As well pressure exceeds the BOP is only achieved when the remaining piston stroke is
required level the packing unit is maintained closed on the measured at test seal off.
recommended size test pipe by well pressure alone. Once
initial seal off is achieved, it is recommended that closing *0lder model BOPs may not have vertical passage in head.
pressure be proportionally reduced as well pressure is See Section 4.3 for information on field modification.

OPERATIONAL DATA 3

Bore 13 5/8 in. 346.1 mm

TAPE 5/16" ROD
Closing Chamber 17.98 68.1 MEASURE 2

Volume gal. (U.S.) liters

Opening Chamber 14.16 53.6 1

Volume gal. (U.S.) liters

Recommended Test
Pipe Size 4 1/2 in. 114 mm

Full Piston Stroke 8 1/2 in. 216 mm

Distance From Top of Head To Top of Piston

Screwed Head
Maximum — Piston Full
Down 13 1/2 in. 343 mm

Minimum — Piston at Full

Stroke 5 in. 127 mm

Latched Head
Maximum — Piston Full
Down 13 7/8 in. 352 mm

Minimum — Piston at Full

Stroke 5 3/8 in. 137 mm

Sales Headquarters / P.O. Box 60458 / Houston, Texas 77205 / Telephone: (281) 449-2000
R Eastern Hemisphere / Hydril U.K. Ltd. Minto Avenue Altens Industrial Estate Aberdeen, AB1 4JZ
Scotland / Telephone: +441-224-878-824 / Fax: +441-224-898-524
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1.0 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION

WEAR PLATE

PACKING UNIT

HEAD

OPENING
CHAMBER

PISTON

CLOSING
CHAMBER

Figure 1-1
Cutaway view of GK
with standard packing
unit fully open.
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The Hydril® GK blowout preventer is an annular blowout

preventer which will close and seal off on pipe, casing,
kellys, or wire line in the weilbore or completely seal off the
open hole to full rated working pressure by compression of
a reinforced elastomer packing element This preventer has
been developed for use on surface installations and it can
also be used subsea. In addition, the GK meets the require-
ments of API Recommended Practices - R.P. 53*.
Hydraulic pressure applied to the closing chamber (refer
to Figures 1-2 through 1-6) raises the piston forcing the
packing unit into a sealing engagement. Wellbore pressure
(or test pressure) acting on the piston from below the sealed
off packing unit further increases the closing force. Drill pipe
can be rotated and tool joints stripped through a closed
packing unit while maintaining a full seal on the pipe.
Any normal closing unit having a separate pressure regu-
lator valve for the annular blowout preventers and sufficient
accumulator volume (see Section 2.1 of this manual for
chamber volumes) can be used to operate the GK blowout
preventer. The hydraulic operating fluid may be clean, light
petroleum hydraulic oil, or water with water soluble oil
added. In cold climates, antifreeze should be added to
prevent freezing.
The closing time of the preventer is determined by the rate
at which the hydraulic fluid can be delivered to the closing
chamber. Minimum closing time is achieved by using short,
large diameter control lines, large bore control valves, and
a large accumulator volume. An excessively high setting on
the pressure regulator valve will have little effect on BOP
closing time.

Figure 1-2
Upward force exerted
by the piston squeezes
packing unit rubber inward into
*API Recommended Practices for Blowout Prevention Equip- a sealing engagement.
ment Systems - R.P 53 is available from the American
Petroleum Institute, Production Department, 1220 L Street,
Northwest, Washington, DC 20005.
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Figure 1-3. Cutaway view of GK BOP with standard Figure 1-4. Cutaway view of GK BOP with standard
packing unit fully open. The Hydril® GK opens to allow packing unit closed on drill pipe. The packing unit seals
passage of large-diameter tools through the open bore as off on tool joints, drill pipe, casing, tubing, or wireline to
well as maximum annulus flow of drilling fluids. During its rated pressure.
service life, the packing unit will return to the open position
due to resiliency of the rubber packing unit. Retention of
opening chamber pressure will provide positive control of
piston and reduce wear caused by vibration.

Figure 1-5. Cutaway view of GK BOP with standard Figure 1-6. Cutaway view of GK BOP with standard
packing unit closed on square kelly. The packing unit packing unit closed on open hole. Complete closure of
seals off on square or hexagonal kellys to rated pressure. packing unit safely holds well pressure, without leakage,
equal to the rated working pressure of the preventer.
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1.1 Surface Operation

1.1.1 Surface Hookup

The surface hookup of the GK shown in Figure 1-7 con-
nects the hydraulic control lines to the opening and closing
chambers of the BOP
Pressure applied to the closing chamber raises the
piston and effects the initial seal between the packing unit
and drill pipe. Well pressure or test pressure also acts on
the piston below the sealed off packing unit and further
increases the closing force acting on the packing unit. As
the well pressure or test pressure exceeds the required Closing
level the preventer is maintained closed by well pressure Pressure
alone. As well pressure further increases, the closing force
on the packing unit also increases. Closing pressure Opening
should be proportionally reduced as well pressure is in- Pressure
creased in order to maintain optimum closing force on the
packing unit and prolong packing unit life. Figure 1-7
The Control Pressure Graph, Figure 1-8, shows the
relationship of closing pressure and well pressure required pressure will ensure that initial seal off is achieved should
to effect optimum seal off for the GK 13 5/8-5000 BOP. a “kick” be encountered.
During normal drilling operations, it is recommended that During BOP testing operations, once initial seal off is
the pressure regulator valve for the GK be set at the initial achieved, closing pressure should be proportionally
closing pressure shown for the size pipe being used. This reduced as well pressure is increased.

1500
▲ CLOSING PRESSURE-PSI

CSO

1000
▲ Operating pressures may vary at temperatures other than 70oF. Closing
pressures are average and will vary slightly with each packing unit. Use closing
pressure shown at initial closure to establish seal off and reduce closing
pressure proportionally as well pressure is increased. Well pressure will maintain
closure after exceeding the required level.
❇ Close cautiously to prevent collapse of casing.

500

❇7 41
" th /2"
ru thr 31
95 u5 /2" 27
/8" 1/2 PIP /8" 23
PI "P E PIP /8"
PE IPE E PIP
E

0
0 1000 2000 3000 4000 5000

WELL PRESSURE-PSI

Figure 1-8: Average Control Pressure –GK 13 5/8"-5000, Standard Packing Unit
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The control pressure graph, Figure 1-8a, shows the

relationship of closing pressure and well pressure
required to seal off the GK 13 5/8"-5000 BOP when
supplied with the long life packing unit.

2200
▲ Operating pressures may vary at temperatures other than 70oF. Closing
pressures are average and will vary slightly with each packing unit. Use closing
pressure shown at initial closure to establish seal off and reduce closing pressure
2000 proportionally as well pressure is increased. Well pressure will maintain closure
after exceeding the required level.
❇ Close cautiously to prevent collapse of casing.
▲ CLOSING PRESSURE-PSI

1500
CSO

1000
5" P 27
IPE /8"
thru
31 23
/2" /8"
PIP PIP
E E

500
❇7
" PI
PE

0
0 1000 2000 3000 4000 5000

WELL PRESSURE-PSI

Figure 1-8a: Average Control Pressure –GK 13 5/8"-5000, Long Life Packing Unit
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1.1.2 Surface Stripping Operations packing unit.

Drill pipe can be rotated and tool joints stripped through a Slow tool joint stripping speeds reduce surge pressures,
closed GK packing unit while maintaining a full seal off on and thus prolong packing unit life. The pressure regulator
the pipe. Repeated performance of this operation will valve should be set to provide and maintain the proper
shorten the service life of the packing unit. Longest life for control pressure. If the pressure regulator valve does not
the packing unit is obtained by adjusting the closing forces respond fast enough for effective BOP control, a surge
low enough to maintain a seal on the drill pipe with a slight absorber (accumulator) should be installed in the closing
amount of drilling fluid leakage as the tool joint passes chamber control line adjacent to the blowout preventer.
through the packing unit. This drilling fluid leakage indi- Precharge the accumulator to one-half of the closing
cates optimum seal off for minimum packing unit wear and pressure required to effect a seal off at the existing well
provides lubrication for the drill pipe motion through the pressure for the pipe size in use.

Surface Hookup

Closing Pressure Closing Pressure

Opening Pressure Opening Pressure

Example Precharge Calculation:

500 psi well pressure, 4 1/2" - 5 1/2" drill pipe
Precharge = 0.50 (Closing Pressure).
From Figure 1-8:
Closing Pressure = 500 psi
Precharge = 0.50 x 500 psi
Precharge = 250 psi
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1.2 Subsea Operation

1.2.1 Subsea Hookup

When operating the GK subsea, an adjustment pressure EXAMPLE: Method 1
(ÐP) must be added to the closing pressure. The adjustment 4 1/2"-5 1/2" pipe, initial closure, 16 lb./gal. drilling
pressure (ÐP) compensates for the hydrostatic pressure of fluid, 500 ft. water depth.
the drilling fluid column in the marine riser, which exerts an Subsea Closing
opening force on the BOP ÐP for the GK 13 5/8-5000 Pressure = Surface Closing Pressure +
subsea hookup is calculated from the following formula: Adjustment Pressure (ÐP).
Adjustment Pressure (ÐP) = From the Control Pressure Graph, Figure 1-8:
(0.052 x Wm x Dw) -(0.45 x Dw) Initial Closing Pressure = 650 psi.
p Adjustment Pressure (ÐP)
_(0.052 x 16 lb/gal. x 500 ft.) – (0.45 psi/ft. x 500 ft.)_
Where: 4.74
Wm = drilling fluid density in lb./gal. Adjustment Pressure (ÐP) = 40 psi Initial Subsea
Dw = water depth in feet Closing
0.052 = conversion factor Pressure = 650 psi + 40 psi = 690 psi.
p = 4.74 = the ratio of closing chamber area to the Proportionally reduce the closing pressure as well
difference between the closing chamber pressure increases, as shown in Figure 1-8.
and the opening chamber areas for the
GK 13 5/8-5000.
0.45 psi/ft. = pressure gradient for seawater using a
specific gravity of seawater = 1.04 and
0.433 psi/ft. pressure gradient for fresh
water.
The optimum closing pressure for subsea operation is
obtained using the following formula:
Subsea Closing
Pressure = Surface Closing Pressure + Adjust-
ment Pressure (ÐP).
This can be done by one of two different methods:

Method 1. Calculate the adjustment pressure (ÐP) and add

it to the surface closing pressure found in the Surface
Control Pressure Graph, Figure 1-8.
OR
Method 2. Find the adjustment pressure (ÐP) in the
Adjustment Pressure Graph, Figure 1-10, and add it to
the closing pressure found in the Control Pressure
Graph, Figure 1-8.
Figure 1-9
Closing Pressure

Opening Pressure
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EXAMPLE: Method 2
4 1/2"-5 1/2" pipe, initial closure, 16 lb./gal. drilling fluid,
500 ft. water depth.
Subsea Closing
Pressure = Surface Closing Pressure +
Adjustment Pressure (ÐP).
From Figure 1-8: Initial Closing Pressure = 650 psi.
From Figure 1-10: Adjustment Pressure (ÐP) = 40 psi.
Subsea Closing Pressure = 650 psi + 40 psi = 690 psi.

Closing Pressure

Opening Pressure

150
ADJUSTMENT PRESSURE (ÐP) – PSI

100
al.
lb./g
18

l.
./ga
16 lb

50 14 lb./
gal.

.
12 lb./gal

10 lb./gal.

0
0 200 4200 600 800 1000

WATER DEPTH – FEET

Figure 1-10: Adjustment Pressure (ÐP) – GK 13 5/8"-5000 Subsea Hookup

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1.2.2 Subsea Stripping Operations

Drill pipe can be rotated and tool joints stripped through a should be connected to the closing chamber. This surge
closed subsea GK packing unit, while maintaining a seal off absorber prevents pressure surges when stripping tool
on the pipe. joints through a closed packing unit. Slow tool joint stripping
Longest packing unit life is obtained by adjusting the speeds reduce surge pressures, thus prolonging packing
closing forces low enough to maintain a seal with a slight unit life. The closing chamber surge absorber should be
amount of drilling fluid leakage around the drill pipe. The precharged to the hydrostatic pressure of the control fluid
drilling fluid leakage indicates the optimum seal off for column plus 100 psi.
minimum packing unit wear and provides lubrication for the An opening chamber surge absorber may be applied
drill pipe motion through the packing unit. when the blowout preventer control system does not permit
The pressure regulator valve should be set to maintain free bidirectional control fluid flow from and to the opening
the proper control pressure. In subsea installations, a surge chamber during stripping operations. Precharge to 80% of
absorber (accumulator) of approximately 10-gallon size the sea bottom water pressure (normally 0.45 psi/ft.).
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Closing Chamber Surge Absorber Precharge

Subsea Hookup

The precharge pressure for the closing chamber surge

absorber can be calculated using the following example
or taken directly from Figure 1-11.
EXAMPLE:
4 1/2"-5 1/2" pipe, 500 ft. water depth.
Precharge: .41 (Dw) + 100 psi
Where:
Dw = water depth in feet
0.41 psi/ft. = pressure gradient for control fluid (water
and water soluble oil) using a specific
Closing Pressure gravity of the mixture = 0.95 and 0.433 psi/
ft. pressure gradient for fresh water.
Precharge = (0.41 psi/ft. x 500 ft.) + 100 psi.
Opening Pressure Precharge = 305 psi.

1000

900

800

700
WATER DEPTH – FEET

600

500

400

300

200

100

0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000
PRECHARGE PRESSURE – PSI

Figure 1-11: Closing Chamber Surge Absorber Precharge Pressure – GK 13 5/8"-5000 Subsea Hookup
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2.0 PHYSICAL DATA

2.1 Engineering Data

English Metric
Bore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 5/8 inches 346.1 mm
Working Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5000 psi 351.55 kg/cm2
Shell Test Pressure (Factory Test Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10,000 psi 703.1 kg/cm2
Closing Chamber Test Pressure (Factory Test Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5000 psi 351.5 kg/cm2
Opening Chamber Test Pressure (Factory Test Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5000 psi 351.5 kg/cm2
Volume—Closing Chamber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17.98 gallons 68.1 liters
Volume—Opening Chamber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.16 gallons 53.6 liters
Piston Stroke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 1/2 inches 216.0 mm
Port Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 NPT*
Weight-Single (Approximate—varies with connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14,800 lb 6712 kg
* 1 1/4" or 1 1/2" NPT available on request

2.2 Bolt and Wrench Data

Ref. Description Thread Wrench Recommended Torque
No. Size Lb/Ft Kg-m

17 Pipe Plug—Piston Indicator 1/2" NPT 3/8" Hex Key 50 6.9

18 Slotted Body Sleeve Bolt 5/8"-11UNC 15/16" Hex 70-90 9.6-12.4

19 Head Lock Screw 1"-8UNC 1 1/2" Hex 100 13.8

30 Wear Plate Cap Screw 1/2-13UNC 1/2" -12pt. 60-80 8.4-9.61

Socket

... Eyebolt, Piston x 17" Lg. 1"-8NC .... Snug Snug

... Eyebolt, Head x 1 3/4" Lg. 1 1/4"-7NC .... Snug Snug

... Protector Plate Screw 1/2"-13UNC 3/4" Hex Snug Snug

LATCHED HEAD ONLY

22 Jaw Operating Screw 2 1/4"-8UN 2 1/2" Hex 300-400 41.4-55.2

23 Jaw Holding Cap Screw 1/2"-14 NPT 3/4" Hex Key 50 6.9
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2.3 Outside Dimensions — Screwed Head

H AS CAST
J
K
L

F
D
*OPENING AS
PORT CAST

B CLAMP HUB
C STUDDED

A FLANGED
G
R

*CLOSING
PORT

M AS
CAST

N AS CAST
O AS CAST

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* 1" NPT, 1 set of ports, 45 from lifting lug unless otherwise specified.
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NOTE: Lifting lugs split lower connection stud holes and are equally spaced 90 apart.
Lifting lugs are 1-1/4" thick with 1-1/2" diameter holes.

Nominal Dimensions — Inches

A B C D E F

▲5M ▲10M ▲5M ▲10M ▲5M ▲10M

54 1/8 56 3/16 51 1/2 51 1/2 46 1/2 46 1/2 13 7/8 7 3/4 16 1/4

G H J K L M N O

12 5/8 52 1/4 45 1/2 43 7/8 41 3/8 2 38 44 3/4

▲ Lower Connector Pressure Rating

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2.4 Outside Dimensions — Latched Head

H AS CAST
J
K

F D
AS
*OPENING CAST
PORT

B CLAMP HUB
G

A FLANGED
R

*CLOSING
PORT

M AS
CAST

O AS CAST

* 1" NPT, 1 set of ports, 45o from lifting lug unless otherwise specified.
NOTE: Lifting lugs split lower connection stud holes and are equally spaced 90o apart.
Lifting lugs are 1-1/4" thick with 1-1/2" diameter holes.

Nominal Dimensions — Inches

A B D E F

▲5M ▲10M ▲5M

54 1/4 56 5/8 51 7/8 22 7 7/8 16 5/8

G H J K M O

12 5/8 52 3/8 47 3/4 41 1/2 2 44 7/8

▲ Lower Connector Pressure Rating

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2.5 Inside Dimensions — Screwed Head

K A L
M

H G

C
J
Ø

E
F

NOMINAL
DIMENSION A B C D E F G

Top of
O.D. I.D. I.D. Sleeve
Upper Upper I.D. Lower Piston To Bottom
Bore Piston Body Piston Body Height of Head

INCHES 13 5/8 30 1/4 37 1/2 16 1/4 28 26 9/16 13 11/16

NOMINAL
DIMENSION H J K L M Ø

Top of Head Top of Head

Packing to Top to Bottom
Unit Stroke of Piston Head of Wear Piston
Height (Full Down) Height Plate Taper

INCHES 13 1/2 8 1/2 13 1/2 16 7/8 8 1/4 21

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2.6 Inside Dimensions — Latched Head

K M L
A

H G
B

C
J
Ø

E
F

NOMINAL
DIMENSION A B C D E F G

Top of
O.D. I.D. I.D. Sleeve
Bore Upper Upper I.D. Lower Piston To Bottom
Piston Body Piston Body Height of Head

INCHES 13 5/8 30 1/4 37 1/2 16 1/4 28 26 9/16 13 11/16

NOMINAL
DIMENSION H J K L M Ø

Top of Head Top of Head

Packing to Top to Bottom
Unit Stroke of Piston Head of Wear Piston
Height (Full Down) Height Plate Taper

INCHES 13 1/2 8 1/2 13 7/8 17 1/4 8 5/8 21

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2.7 API Ring Joint Flange Connections

C C

B
A

Bolted Flange, Studded Flange,

Using Stud Bolts. Using Studs.

FLANGE SEAL RING

Nominal Bore Max. API O.D. Thickness † Dia. C API
Size Dia. Service (Inches) (Inches) (Inches) Ring
(Inches) (Inches) Pressure
Rating (PSI)
13 5/8 13 5/8 5000 26 1/2 4 7/16 16.063 BX160

13 5/8 13 5/8 10,000 30 1/4 6 5/8 17.003 BX159

BOLTS & STUDSa

No. Size Lengthb Bolt

Req. (Inches) Circle
Dia.
Stud Bolts Studs
(Inches)
A B
16 1 5/8-8UN 13 8 3/4 23 1/4

20 1 7/8-8UN 18 11 3/4 26 1/2

POINT HEIGHT OF STUD BOLTS

a
Bolt Diameter, Inches Max. Point Height Inches Bolt material shall be of a quality and strength not
less than specified by ASTM A-320, Grade L7.
1/2 to 7/8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/8 Nuts shall be of a quality not less than ASTM
Over 7/8 to 1 1/8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/16 A-194, Grade 2H. Stud bolts are threaded full
Over 1 1/8 to 1 5/8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/4 length.
Over 1 5/8 to 1 7/8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5/16 b
Lengths shown herein are overall lengths,
Over 1 7/8 to 2 1/2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/8 including point at both ends, as shown in table.
†
Dimensions shown are outside diameters of 6BX
Piston
flange grooves.
Taper
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2.8 Clamp Hub Connections

C A
J
A
G G

B B
E E
F F

H H

HUB

Hub Bore Rated Seal Ring No. Hub Dimensions (Inches)

Size Size Working RX Only
(Inches) A Pressure Standoff
(Inches) (PSI) RX BX B C D J
13 5/8 13 5/8 5000 ... 160 20 5/8 ... ... 4 7/8

13 5/8 13 5/8 10,000 ... 159 22 1/4 ... ... 5 3/8

NOTE: API 16A 1st Edition Nov 1, 1986 Does Not Include Clamps.

Clamp Dimensions (Inches) ▲

E F G H
26 3/4 31 7 11/16 9 1/4

30 3/8 35 5/8 9 1/2 10 3/8

▲ Clamp dimensions may vary from those shown.

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3.0 PACKERS AND SEALS

3.1 Packing Units

The heart of the GK blowout preventer is the packing All annular blowout preventer packing units are subject
unit. The unit is manufactured by Hydril from high to wear during closure and stripping. The design of the
quality rubber, reinforced with flanged steel segments. Hydril® GK blowout preventer causes closure wear to occur
The molded-in steel segments have flanges at the top on the outside of the packing unit while stripping wear
and bottom These segments anchor the packing unit occurs on the inside. Because the packing unit uses the
within the blowout preventer and control rubber extru- principle of feeding rubber from the back of the packing unit
sion and flow when sealing off well pressures. Since the to the bore, stripping life may be affected by a packing unit
rubber is confined and kept under compression, it is that is worn on the backside.
resistant to tears and abrasion.

Figure 3-1
Standard Packing Unit.
Cutaway drawing showing
how rubber is molded around
steel segments.

Figure 3-1a
Long Life Packing Unit
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3.1.1 Packing Unit Selection

Because of the importance of the packing unit to the
operation of the blowout preventer and to the safety of the
crew and rig, only genuine Hydril® packing units should be
used as replacements for original equipment. All Hydril®
packing units are tested to full rated pressure inside a test
blowout preventer as part of standard performance tests
before being furnished to the consumer.
Packing units for Hydril® blowout preventers are manu-
factured from compounded natural rubber or nitrile rubber.
Natural Rubber is compounded for drilling with water-
base drilling fluids. Natural rubber can be used at operat- No Band
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ing temperatures down to –30 F (–35 C). When properly
operated, the compounded natural rubber packing unit will Figure 3-2
usually provide the longest service life. This all-black Natural Rubber Packing
packing unit is identified by a serial number with the suffix Unit – No Band
"R" or "NR."
Nitrile Rubber (a synthetic compound) is for use with oil-
base or oil-additive drilling fluids. It provides reliable
service with oil-base muds, when operated at tempera-
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tures below 20 F (–7 C). The nitrile rubber packing unit is
identified by a red colored band and a serial number with
the suffix "S" or "NBR."
Seals for Hydril® blowout preventers are manufactured
from a special nitrile rubber material which provides de-
pendable service in sealing against oil gas, or water.
Expected H2S Service does not affect selection of
packing unit material. H2S service will reduce the service
life of rubber products, but the longest service life is ob-
Red Band
tained by matching the packing unit material with the
requirements of the specific drilling fluid. Figure 3-3
Performance of elastomeric materials can vary signifi- Synthetic Rubber Packing
cantly, depending on the nature and extent of exposure to Unit – Red Band
hydrogen sulfide. The operator should monitor pressure
sealing integrity by frequently performing a packing unit
seal test on the pipe diameter currently in use to assure no
performance degradation has occurred.
Storage Conditions such as light, heat or adverse con-
ditions are significant factors in the storage life of packing
units, as covered in Section 6.3 and should e avoided.
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3.1.2 Packing Unit Replacement–

Screwed Head OPENING TORQUE
To replace the packing unit, use the following
procedure:
1. Remove head lock screw.
2. Unscrew blowout preventer head (counter-
clockwise).
3. Lift off blowout preventer head.
4. Lift out packing unit.
5. Lubricate piston bowl.
6. Install new packing unit.
7. Clean and lubricate head and body threads
with zinc base API modified tool joint
lubricant. Figure 3-5
8. Replace head and tighten to align hole for
lock screw.
9. Install head lock screw and torque to 100
lb-ft.

NOTE: If the head was improperly installed at last

reassembly, it may be necessary to apply consid-
erably more torque on the head by the use of a
catline or winch while alternately applying and
releasing pressure to the opening chamber (1500
psi maximum). Do not attempt to loosen the head
by applying heat. Refer to Assembly/Disassembly
Section for further information.
Figure 3-6

Figure 3-7
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3.1.2 Packing Unit Replacement – 1. Retract the jaw operating screws four turns to release
Latched Head the jaws from the head (see Figures 3-8 and 3-9).
The latched head design of the GK blowout preventer 2. Lift off the preventer head.
allows for easy replacement of the packing unit and 3. Lift out the packing unit and lubricate the piston bowl.
eliminates loose parts that can be lost downhole or 4. Install the new packing unit.
overboard. To replace the packing unit, use the follow- 5. Install the head.
ing procedure: 6. Tighten jaw operating screws four turns and torque to
300 - 400 lb-ft.

Figure 3-8 JAW

HOLDING
JAW CAPSCREW
OPERATING
SCREW

HEAD

Head latched
in place and
jaw operating
screws
tightened.

Figure 3-9

Head in
place but jaw
and jaw operating
screws have been
retracted (four turns).
Figure 3-10

Head
removed but
all latching
mechanisms
remain in body.
Figure 3-11
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3.1.3 Splitting Packing Units

Packing unit replacement is also possible with pipe in the
hole. After removing worn packing unit, cut new packing
unit completely and smoothly through one side between
any two steel segments perferably 90o from eyebolt holes
to achieve easier handling. Cut should be made with a
sharp knife as this will not affect the efficiency of the
packing unit. Spring segment apart with a pry bar to put
rubber in tension for easier cutting. Do Not use a saw or
other rough cutting tool. Spring packing unit open suffi-
ciently to pass around pipe, drop unit into position in
blowout preventer body, and replace head.

Figure 3-13

Figure 3-12
Photo shows proper method for
cutting through packing unit
with a sharp knife.
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3.2 Seals
The seal rings for Hydril® blowout preventers are man- The dynamic seals are all molded, lip-type, pressure-
ufactured from a special synthetic rubber material for long energized rings.
trouble-free sealing service. To prevent seal damage, Do The static seals are of O-ring or square ring config-
Not use synthetic fluids in the hydraulic operating system. uration.
The hydraulic operating fluid may be clean, light petroleum For seal replacement procedure, see Section 5.2.
hydraulic oil, or water with soluble oil added. In cold cli- For seal maintenance and testing, refer to Section 4.0.
mates, antifreeze should be added to prevent freezing.

DYNAMIC SEALS STATIC SEALS

DOUBLE U-SEAL
cross-section
with
nonextrusion U-SEAL O-RING SQUARE RING
rings cross-section cross-section cross-section
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4.0 MAINTENANCE AND TESTING

4.1 Maintenance
Prior to placing the GK blowout preventer into service, the 5. Check for piston damage and wear—especially the
following visual inspections should be performed: inner and outer walls for pits and vertical scores and the
1. Inspect upper and lower connections for pitting, wear, tapered bowl for pits and gouges.
and damage—especially in ring grooves and stud bolt Minor pits and scores on the walls can be removed in the
holes. Worn or damaged ring grooves must be welded, field with emery cloth. Repaired surface should be coated
machined, and stress relieved. Worn or damaged stud bolt with silicon grease or castor oil. Severe pits and scores may
holes can be drilled and tapped to the next larger size and require machining and/or welding which should be per-
fitted with step-studs. formed in a machine shop.
Pits and gouges in the tapered bowl should be filled with
NOTE: The Hydril® GK blowout preventer is a pri- a permanent type adhesive, such as epoxy. Sharp or rolled
mary pressure vessel. The blowout preventer sur- edges should be removed with emery cloth or a grinder.
faces exposed to wellbore fluids will meet NACE Repair will be satisfactory when a relatively smooth surface
Standard MR-01-75. Proper handling and repair are is achieved.
required to maintain any original integrity. Field 6. Check the wear plate in the inner bottom face of the
welding is not recommended as it induces undesir- head for wear. In addition to the aging process of time and
able stresses which must be relieved by proper heat use, wear of this metal surface is produced by the combina-
treating procedure or controlled by special welding tion of vertical (upward thrust) and lateral forces. These
procedures. forces are generated each time the packing unit is closed.
Severe wear is exhibited in the form of grooves or channels
2. Check the body for wear and damage—especially in the shaped by the steel segments of the packing unit.
internal cylinder walls for pits and vertical scores. Minor pits The inner bottom face of the head serves as a wall to
and scores can be removed in the field with emery cloth. prevent upward movement of the packing unit. Friction
Repaired surface should be coated with silicon grease or between these metal surfaces is controlled at a level which
castor oil. Severe pits and scores may require machining does not impair lateral movement of the packing unit.
and/or welding which should be performed in a machine Repair of this surface is accomplished by replacing the
shop. Cracks must be corrected. wear plate. Some models of this BOP do not have the wear
3. Inspect the vertical bore for wear and damage from drill plate, but may be converted.
string and drill tools—especially in the area of the ring 7. Inspect the packing unit for wear, cracking, hardness,
grooves. If wear is excessive, the area must be repaired. and correct elastomer composition. See Section 3 for
4. Check the inner body sleeve for wear, damage, and packing unit information and Section 4.3 for packing unit
looseness. Check slots in sleeve for cuttings which may testing.
restrict piston movement. Some model BOPs have a welded 8. Check seal ring for nicks, cuts, fraying of lips, and
body sleeve and may be field repaired by conversion to a abrasion. Worn or damaged seal rings should be replaced.
bolted sleeve (see Section 4.4). See Section 4.2 for pressure testing of seals.

6
1

3
7
8
5

8
2

3
1
4

Figure 4-1
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4.2 Seal Testing

When it is known or suspected that a seal within the GK
blowout preventer is leaking, it is recommended that all
seals be replaced. However, if only the seal in question is
to be replaced, it must first be determined which seal is
leaking. The following procedure is provided:
1. Test seals 9 (lower) and 10 (upper).
a. Pressurize closing chamber. The test pressure to
be used in the closing chamber should be the
6
initial closing pressure required using the recom-
mended test mandrel if a packing unit is installed
(1500 psi if no packing unit is installed).
b. Open opening chamber to atmosphere. 8 UPPER
IF: Closing fluid is seen at opening chamber—seal 9
(lower) is leaking. 8 LOWER
IF: Closing chamber pressure gauge is dropping and
no fluid is seen at opening chamber—seal 10
(upper) is leaking.
2. Test seals 8 (lower), 9 (upper), and 6.
a. Pressurize opening chamber (1500 psi).
b. Open closing chamber to atmosphere.
IF: Fluid is seen coming from area between body and
head—seal 6 is leaking. 9 UPPER
IF: Fluid is seen coming into the wellbore—seal 8
(lower) is leaking. 9 LOWER
IF: Fluid is seen at closing chamber—seal 9 (upper)
is leaking.
3. Test seals 8 (upper) and 10 (lower).
a. Open closing chamber to atmosphere. 10 UPPER
b. Open opening chamber to atmosphere.
c. Pressurize wellbore (5000 psi maximum). (Re- 10 LOWER
quires blind flange on top, as packing unit is open.)
IF: Fluid is seen coming from the opening chamber—
seal 8 (upper) is leaking.
IF: Fluid is seen coming from the closing chamber—
seal 10 (lower) is leaking.
4. For packing unit testing, see Section 4.3.

4.3 Packing Unit Testing

Proper procedure for pressure testing any annular blowout
preventer ensures subsequent seal off and maximum pack- Figure 4-2
ing unit life. Reliable pressure seal off tests are made by
closing the packing unit with prescribed closing chamber
pressure on recommended size test pipe and by determin-
ing the remaining piston travel after seal off is achieved.
Optimum packing unit life is obtained by testing at low
rubber stress levels. Minimum packing unit stress is achieved
by use of the minimum closing chamber pressure that will
initiate and maintain a seal off on the recommended size
test pipe.
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4.3.1 Packing Unit Testing—Surface
The GK blowout preventer is designed to be well pressure
assisted in maintaining packing unit seal off once initial seal TAPE 5/16" ROD
off has been effected. Initial seal off is effected by applying MEASURE 2

pressure to the closing chamber. As well pressure or test

pressure increases, the closing force on the packing unit
also increases. 1

As well pressure exceeds the required level, the packing

unit is maintained closed on pipe by well pressure alone.
During routine BOP testing, once initial seal off is achieved,
closing pressure should be proportionally reduced as well
pressure is increased (see the Control Pressure Graph,
Figure 1-8).
Closing pressure required to effect initial seal off may
vary between packing units. Begin the test with the rec-
ommended initial closing pressure shown in Figure 1-8 or
Figure 1-8a, depending on the style packing unit installed.
Piston Stroke can be measured on GK blowout pre-
venters through a vertical passage in the top of the BOP
head. The maximum and minimum distances from the top
of the head to the top of the piston are stamped on the BOP
head and are also listed in the table below. Piston stroke
remaining at seal off is a direct indicator of remaining
packing unit life. Record the piston stroke and the closing
pressure at initial seal off for each test. Compare with
previous results and with maximum piston stroke for the
BOP to ensure subsequent seal offs. A valid test on any
annular BOP is only achieved when the remaining piston
stroke is measured at test seal off.

Distance From Top of Head Screwed Latched

to Top of Piston Head Head

Maximum (piston in full

down position) 131/2" 13 7/8"

Minimum (piston at full

stroke) 5" 5 3/8"

4.3.2 Packing Unit Testing-Subsea

Prior to putting the GK subsea, a surface packing unit test
should be performed (see 4.3.1).
When testing subsea, refer to Section 1.2 for Subsea
Control Pressure. The closing pressure to effect initial seal
off may vary with individual packing units. Begin the test
with the recommended closing pressure and use the mini-
mum closing pressure that will establish and maintain seal
off. Figure 4-3: Piston Stroke Measurement
Older model BOPs may not have the Piston Indicator Hole
as shown in Figure 4-3 above. See Section 4.4 for
modilcation.
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4.4 Modifications

4.4.1 Piston Indicator Hole Modification

Older Model BOPs without piston indicator holes may be
modified as shown in Figure 4-4 below.

R – 14 13/16"

.719 DRILL
1/2"-14NPT TAP CL PISTON INDICATOR BOP CL

.339" DIA.
DRILL THROUGH

Figure 4-4: Field modification for addition of Piston

Indicator Hole to older model BOPs.

The procedure* for adding the piston indicator hole is as

follows:
1. Drill one .339" diameter hole through the BOP head at a 3. Tap the .719" diameter hole with a 1/2"-14 NPT tap.
point located on the 14 1/16" radius from the centerline 4. Insert a 1/2"-14NPT pipe plug and torque to 50 lb-ft.
(CL ) of the BOP Head.
2. Counterbore with .719 " diameter drill. x 7 3/8" deep. * A drill press should be used.
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4.4.2. Bolted Body Sleeve Modification

To maintain original integrity without welding, older model Figure 4-5).
BOPs having a welded body sleeve may be repaired 3. Insert drill template as shown in Figure 4-6.
through conversion to a bolted sleeve. This conversion is 4. Drill one 27/64" diameter hole, 1 1/4" deep, through one
accomplished by using the Field Replacement Sleeve Kit, of the 27/64" diameter holes in the template.
part number 46223-K. NOTE: Template has eleven 27/64" diameter holes and
The Field Replacement Sleeve Kit contains the following: one 9/16" diameter hole.
1. 1—Drill Template 5. Remove the template and counterbore hole with 19/32"
2. 1—27/64" Dia. Pilot Drill diameter drill (see Figure 4-7).
3. 1—19/32" Dia. Counterbore Drill 6. Tap the hole with 1/2"-13NC tap, 1" deep.
4 1—1/2"-13NC Tap 7. Re-insert the template and bolt to the BOP through the
5. 1—Bolted Body Sleeve 9/16" hole in the template.
6. 12—1/2"-13NC X 1 1/4" Lg. Hex Head Cap Screws 8. Drill a 27/64" diameter hole, 1 1/4" deep, in the 11
The procedure for converting the BOP from a slotted remaining places.
body sleeve to a bolted sleeve is as follows: 9. Remove the template and counterbore 19/32" diameter
1. Remove old body sleeve. in 11 places.
2. Grind out all weld from the counterbore and the 20o 10. Tap 11 holes with 1/2"-13NC tap.
bevel that would interfere with the new sleeve (see 11. Install new sleeve and bolt down tight (see Figure 4-8).

Grind All Weld From

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Counterbore And 20 Bevel 27/64" Dia. Drill Drill Template

Figure 4-5 Figure 4-6

19/32" Dia. Counterbore Drill 14 3/16 + 1/16" To Top Of Body

With 27/64" Dia. Pilot
Bolted
Body Sleeve

Figure 4-7 9/16" Hole

19/32" Counterbore
1/2"-13NC Thread
27/64" Dia.

Figure 4-8
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5.0 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY

NOTE: Seal Rings MUST BE installed in position
5.1 Disassembly—Screwed Head shown by cross-section.
5.1.1 HEAD REMOVAL (ITEM 1)
Close and open the packing unit to break loose any ac- 17
19
cumulation of drilling fluid or debris which may be restricting
full downward travel of the piston.
Vent opening and closing chambers to atmosphere en-
suring that no trapped pressure exists which will cause 1
personnel and/or equipment damage. Open valves in con- 6
trol system to have an exhaust and/or loosen hydraulic
connections to allow leakage. 8
Release head by removing the head lock screw (item 19).
Install two (1 1/4"-7NC) eyebolts in the top of the head in the 29
holes provided. Use a piece of strong pipe or rod (3" -4"
pipe) 10 to 12 feet long as a lever against the eyebolts to
apply counterclockwise torque (left hand) on the head. 30
Rotate head (approximately 10 turns) to release, then lift
clear of BOP. A vertical lift may be applied to the eyebolts 2
to take the weight of the head off of the threads while
applying torque to the head. This lift will reduce the required
opening torque. If the head was improperly installed at the
last reassembly, it may be necessary to apply considerably 1
more torque on the head by the use of a winch or catline
while alternately applying and releasing pressure to the 3
opening chamber (1500 psi maximum).
DO NOT attempt to loosen the head by applying heat on
the thread area.
5.1.2 PACKING UNIT REMOVAL (ITEM 2) 9
Install two (5/8"-11UNC) eyebolts into packing unit. Lift
packing unit out of piston. Use a sling of adequate length to 10
prevent side loading of eyebolts.
5.1.3 PISTON REMOVAL (ITEM 3)
Install two (1"-8NC) eyebolts in top of piston. Place a 4
wooden spacer block (approximately 1/2" thick) between
each eyebolt and the piston wall to protect the piston
sealing surface. 18
Gently lift piston vertically to free from preventer body. If
a vertical lift is unfeasible or if the piston does not freely lift
out, slowly apply low (50 psi) hydraulic pressure to the
closing chamber-DO NOT USE AIR OR GAS!
5.1.4 SLOTTED BODY SLEEVE REMOVAL (ITEM 4)
Remove the six slotted body sleeve bolts (item 18) from
around the slotted body sleeve. Lift out slotted body 5
sleeve with a sling and hooks under the slots. Some
model BOPs have a welded body sleeve which is not
removable.

Figure 5-1:
Exploded View GK 13 5/8"-5000 psi Screwed Head BOP
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5.2 Assembly—Screwed Head NOTE: Seal Rings MUST BE installed in position

shown by cross-section.
5.2.1 CLEAN AND INSPECT ALL PARTS BEFORE
ASSEMBLY
17
Inspect all seals and replace any damaged seals or seals 19
in use over one year.
Seal rings MUST BE installed in positions shown by
cross section! Lubricate all seal rings prior to installation.
1
(Silicon grease or castor oil is best).
5.2.2 SLOTTED BODY SLEEVE INSTALLATION 6
(ITEM 4)
8
Install slotted body sleeve (item 4) into inside bottom of
blowout preventer body. Install six slotted body sleeve bolts
(item 13) and torque to 70-90 lb-ft. Some model BOPs have 29
a welded body sleeve which is not removable.
5.2.3 PISTON INSTALLATION (ITEM 3)
Lubricate and install lower U-seals (item 10) in seal grooves 30
in lower segment of piston.
2
Lubricate and install middle U-seals (item 9) in seal
grooves in middle segment of piston.
Install two (1"-8NC) eyebolts in top of piston with wooden
spacer blocks between eyebolt and piston wall.
Lubricate all mating surfaces before lowering piston into 1
body. Install piston into preventer body. Ensure that vertical
alignment between piston and body is achieved prior to 3
lowering piston. After proper alignment is obtained, the
weight of the piston alone will take the piston its full normal
stroke to the bottom of the preventer body. Be careful to
prevent seal damage during assembly. 9
Remove eyebolts and spacer blocks.
5.2.4 PACKING UNIT INSTALLATION (ITEM 2) 10
Lubricate piston bowl.
Lift packing unit with two (5/8"-11UNC) eyebolts and set
into piston bowl, already installed in preventer. 4
5.2.5 HEAD INSTALLATION (ITEM 1)
Lubricate and install upper U-seals (item 8) in seal grooves
on inside of head. 18
Lubricate and install head gasket (item 6) on outside of
head just above screw threads. Clean threads of foreign
matter and check threads for burrs or rough edges. Apply
a generous coating of zinc base (lead-free) tool joint lubri-
cant to the threads of head and body. This lubrication will
ensure easy head removal at the next disassembly.
Locate and mark hole in body for the head lock screw 5
(item 19).
Lift head using the two (1 1/4" -7NC) eyebolts and chain
sling assembly.
Align the lead thread of the head with the lead thread in
the body.
Screw head clockwise (right hand) into body until it
shoulders against top of body. Line up lock screw hole in
head with hole in body and install head lock screw (item 19).
Remove eyebolts from head. Preventer is ready for use/
testing.
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Screwed Head BOP

Pipe Plug (17)

BOP Head – Screwed (1)

Wear Plate Capscrew (30)

Head Gasket (6)

Wear Plate (29)

U-Seal, Upper (8)

Packing Unit (2)

Piston (3)

U-Seal, Middle (9)

Body (5)

Slotted Body Sleeve (4)

U-Seal, Lower (10)

Slotted Body Sleeve Bolt (18)

Figure 5-3: Cutaway

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5.3 Disassembly—Latched Head 17

5.1.1 HEAD REMOVAL (ITEM 1)
Close and open the packing unit to break loose any ac-
cumulation of drilling fluid or debris which may be restricting 1
full downward travel of the piston.
Vent opening and closing chambers to atmosphere en- 7
suring that no trapped pressure exists which will cause 6
personnel and/or equipment damage. Open valves in con-
trol system to have an exhaust and/or loosen hydraulic 8
connections to allow leakage.
Release jaws (item 21) by rotating jaw operating screws 29
(item 22) four turns counterclockwise until jaw shoulders
against body. Excessive torque at shouldering should be 30
avoided to prevent thread damage.
Install two (1 1/4"-7NC) eyebolts in top of head. Lift head 2
slowly and assure a good vertical alignment.
5.1.2 PACKING UNIT REMOVAL (ITEM 2)
Install two (5/8"-11NC) eyebolts into packing unit. Lift
packing unit out of piston. Use a sling of adequate length to 1
prevent side loading of eyebolts.
5.1.3 PISTON REMOVAL (ITEM 3)
Install two (1"-8NC) eyebolts in top of piston. Place a
wooden spacer block (approximately 1/2" thick) between 3
each eyebolt and the piston wall to protect the piston
sealing surface. 9
Gently lift piston vertically to free from preventer body. If
a vertical lift is unfeasible or if the piston does not freely lift 10
out, slowly apply low (50 psi) hydraulic pressure to the
closing chamber—DO NOT USE AIR OR GAS!
5.1.4 SLOTTED BODY SLEEVE REMOVAL (ITEM 4)
Remove the six slotted body sleeve bolts (item 18) from 31 18
24*
around the slotted body sleeve. Lift out slotted body sleeve 25*
with a sling and hooks under the slots. Some model BOPs
have a welded body sleeve which is not removable. 26 4
5.1.5 JAW & JAW OPERATING SCREW ASSEMBLY 23
REMOVAL (ITEMS 21, 22, AND 23) 21
Hold Jaw Operating Screw (item 22) and remove the Jaw 32 22
Holding Capscrew (item 23). Remove the Jaw Operating
Screw from the body.
The Jaws (item 21) can now be removed from inside the
blowout preventer body. Mark jaw sequence to assure
same position on reassembly. If a new jaw is installed within
a set of well worn jaws, the new jaw should be polished to
match existing jaws thereby ensuring equal load sharing. 5
27

* These two parts replaced by item 32.

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5.4 Assembly—Latched Head

5.2.1 CLEAN AND INSPECT ALL PARTS BEFORE jaws, the new jaw should be polished to match existing
ASSEMBLY jaws, thereby assuring equal load sharing.
Inspect all seals and replace any damaged seals or seals Install 0-ring (Item 26) in the external groove of the Jaw
in use over one year. operating screw (item 22). Install jaw operating screw (item
Seal rings MUST BE installed in positions shown by 22) into body and screw in fully (hand tight). Do not over
cross section! Lubricate all seal rings prior to installation. tighten causing jaw to extend beyond cavity in body.
(Silicon grease or castor oil is best). Install spacer ring (item 32) in place of jaw holding
5.2.2 SLOTTED BODY SLEEVE INSTALLATION capscrew seal (item 24) and non-extrusion ring (item 25) on
(ITEM 4) the jaw holding capscrew (item 23). See drawing for place-
Install slotted body sleeve (item 4) into inside bottom of ment and cross section.
blowout preventer body. Install six slotted body sleeve bolts Install Jaw holding capscrew O-ring (Item 31) onto the
(item 13) and torque to 70-90 lb-ft. Some model BOPs have jaw holding cap screw.
a welded body sleeve which is not removable. Install jaw holding capscrew into jaw operating screw and
5.2.3 PISTON INSTALLATION (ITEM 3) screw into jaw already installed in body cavity until tight (50
Lubricate and install lower U-seals (item 10) in seal grooves lb-ft.)
in lower segment of piston. Ensure all jaws are fully retracted into cavity by rotating
Lubricate and install middle U-seals (item 9) in seal jaw operating screw counterclockwise until jaws shoulder
grooves in middle segment of piston. against body.
Install two (1"-8NC) eyebolts in top of piston with wooden 5.2.6 HEAD INSTALLATION (ITEM 1)
spacer blocks between eyebolt and piston wall. Lubricate and install head seal (item 7) into groove on
Lubricate all mating surfaces before lowering piston into outside of blowout preventer head, lust above the locking
body. Install piston into preventer body. Ensure that vertical grooves.
alignment between piston and body is achieved prior to Lubricate and install upper U-seals (item 8) in seal
lowering piston. After proper alignment is obtained, the grooves on inside of head.
weight of the piston alone will take the piston its full normal Lubricate and install head gasket (item 6) in seal groove
stroke to the bottom of the preventer body. Be careful to on outside of head just below the locking grooves.
prevent seal damage during assembly. Clean and lubricate locking groove on outside diameter of
Remove eyebolts and spacer blocks. head.
5.2.4 PACKING UNIT INSTALLATION (ITEM 2) Lift head (item 1) and lower into the body. The weight of
Lubricate piston bowl. the head will cause it to shoulder against the body, provided
Lift packing unit with two (5/8"-11UNC) eyebolts and set the alignment is truly vertical.
into piston bowl, already installed in preventer. Ensure that the head is fully shouldered against the body.
5.2.5 JAW AND JAW OPERATING SCREW ASSEMBLY Rotate the jaw operating screws clockwise to bottom jaws
INSTALLATION (ITEMS 21, 22 THRU 26, 31, AND 32) fully into the locking grooves in the head. Torque to about
Install jaws (Item 21) into cavity in body with square corner 300-400 lb-ft.
of teeth facing up and in the same sequence as disas- Remove eyebolts from head. The blowout preventer is
sembled. If a new jaw is installed within a set of well worn ready for use/testing.
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Latched Head BOP

Pipe Plug (17)

BOP Head – Latched (1)

Wear Plate Capscrew (30)

Wear Plate (29)

Head Seal (7)

Jaw Latch Mechanism

(21, 22, 23, 26, 31, 32)

Head Gasket (6)

U-Seal, Upper (8)

Packing Unit (2)

Piston (3)

U-Seal, Middle (9)

Body (5)

Slotted Body Sleeve (4)

U-Seal, Lower (10)

Slotted Body Sleeve Bolt (18)

Figure 5-5: Cutaway

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6.0 PARTS AND STORAGE

6.1 Parts List — Screwed Head

Approx. 17
Item No. Net Wt. Part 19
No. Part Name Req. (Lb) Number
BOP Assembly 1 14,800 1002200 1
1 BOP Head - Screwed 1 3,445 1002203
6
2▲ Packing Unit - Standard
Natural (NR) 1 470 1003263-01 8
Nitrile (NBR) 1 480 1003263-02
Packing Unit - Long Life 29
Nitrile 1 480 3131189-02
3 Piston 1 2,455 1002205
4 Slotted Body Sleeve 1 220 1002207 30
5 Body 1 7,120 1002201 2
6* Head Gasket 1 2.5 38150
8* U-Seal, Upper 2 2 38151
9* U-Seal, Middle 2 2.5 38152
10* U-Seal, Lower 2 2.75 38165 1
17 Pipe Plug, Piston
Indicator 1 .06 1900065-05 3
18 Slotted Body 1920026-
Sleeve Capscrew 6 .13 10010
19 Head Lock Screw 1 1.25 1002149
9
24 Relief Fitting 1 0.06 1900086-02
29** Wear Plate 1 ... 1001788
30** Wear Plate 1900097- 10
Capscrew 6 ... 08006
...• Field Replacement
4
Sleeve Kit 1 ... 46223-K
...▲ Seal Kit- Complete 19.2 1002209
ACCESSORIES 18
... Chain Sling Assembly 1 65 36000-M
... Eyebolt —Piston
1"-8 NC x 17" Lg. 2 6.5 30957
... Eyebolt, Head
1 1/4"-7 NC x 1 3/4" Lg. 2 4.25 32006
... Protector Plate 1 76 38188 5
... Protector Plate 1900049-
Screw 4 .13 08010
▲ Recommended Spares for One Year Foreign Service.
• For converting welded sleeve on some model BOPs to bolted
sleeve only. Sleeve does not interchangee with Item 4.
* These parts included in Seal Kit.
** Some models of this BOP do not have the wear plate

Figure 6-1:
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6.2 Parts List — Latched Head

Approx. 17
Item No. Net Wt. Part
No. Part Name Req. (Lb) Number

BOP Assembly 1 13,250 1002220 1

1 BOP Head-Latched 1 3,445 1002223 7
2▲ Packing Unit – Standard 6
Natural Rubber 1 480 1003263-01
Nitrile 1 480 1003263-02
8
Packing Unit – Long Life
Nitrile 1 480 3131189-02 29
3 Piston 1 2,455 1002205
4 Slotted Body Sleeve 1 220 1002207 30
5 Body 1 7,120 1002221
6* Head Gasket 1 2.44 30738
2
7* Head Seal 1 1 37381
8* U-Seal , Upper 2 2.31 38151
9* U-Seal, Middle 2 2.5 38152
10* U-Seal, Lower 2 2.75 38165 1
17 Pipe Plug, Piston Indicator 1 .06 1900065-05
18 Slotted Body 1920026-
Sleeve Capscrew 6 .13 10010
21 Jaw 20 6.25 1002225 3
22 Jaw Operating Screw 20 4 1002350-1
23 Jaw Holding Capscrew 20 1 1002352-1 9
24▼ Jaw Holding Capscrew
Seal 20 .02 1003300 10
25▼ Jaw Holding Capscrew
Nonextrusion Ring 20 .06 1002353
26* Jaw Operating Screw 1900001- 18
31
O-Ring 20 .02 328 24
27 Relief Fitting 1 .06 1900085-03 25
28 • Wear Plate 1 ... 1004856
26 4
30 • Wear Plate Capscrew 6 ... 1920026-
08007 23
31 Jaw Holding Capscrew 1900001- 21
O-Ring 20 124 32 22
32 Spacer Ring 20 3105977
▲ Seal Kit- Complete ... 18 1002227
ACCESSORIES
... Chain Sling Assembly 1 ... 40921-M
... Eyebolt, Piston
1"-8 NC x 17" Lg. 2 6.5 30957 5
... Eyebolt, Head 27
1 1/4"-7 NC x 1 3/4" Lg. 2 4.25 32006
... Protector Plate 1 76 38188
... Protector Plate Screw 1900049-
1 .13 08010
▲ Recommended Spares for One Year Foreign Service.
• Some models of this BOP do not have a wear plate.
Figure 6-2:
* These parts included in Seal Kit. Latched Head GK 13 5/8"-5000
▼ These two parts replaced by spacer ring (item 32).
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6.3 Preventer Storage

At the conclusion of each well, or prior to placing the blowout Points of strain in rubber goods attacked by ozone are
preventer in storage for even a brief period, it is recom- characterized by deep cracks. Ozone and oxygen (O2)
mended that the preventer be disassembled, cleaned, attack rubber goods much as steel rusts. Oxidation is
inspected, lubricated thoroughly with non-petroleum base characterized by a hard skin which eventually crazes in
oil such as castor oil, silicon oil, or rapeseed oil, and small cracks and may turn chalky or assume a barklike
reassembled. Replacement of worn packing units, or pack- appearance.
ers, seal rings, and other parts can be made conveniently 4. The practice of first-in, first-out is essential with rubber
at this time. goods.
Flange or Hub faces and ring grooves should be pro- 5. Store rubber goods in a relaxed position in their normal
tected with wooden covers and ports should be plugged. shape; stretching or bending of rubber goods will result in
accelerated aging or cracking. For example, do not hang 0-
6.4 Rubber Goods Storage rings on pegs, glands, BOP testers, or operator parts.
Periodically inspect and treat with age resistant compounds
The term rubber goods includes synthetic compounds such
the rubber goods that must be stored in a stretched attitude
as Nitrile Copolymers and Neoprene, as well as natural
to detect aging signs.
rubber parts.
6. Rubber goods storage areas should be kept as dry as
The ideal storage situation for rubber goods would be in
possible. Remove oil, grease, or other foreign materials
vacuum-sealed containers maintained in a cool, dry, dark
from the storage area to preclude spillage on rubber goods.
storage area. Atmosphere, light, and heat accelerate dete-
Rubber goods, both natural and synthetic, possess some
rioration of rubber goods. The term “aging” means cumula-
degree of susceptibility to deterioration from various sol-
tive effects of all three attacking agents over a period of
vents, especially oil field liquid hydrocarbons, which cause
time. The rubber goods are also affected by stretching or
swelling/shrinkage.
bending from normal shape, extreme cold, or chemical
7. If storage for extended periods is anticipated, sealed
reactions with solvents and petroleum products.
containers are recommended. Impervious surface cov-
The following recommendations will allow vendors and
erings such as waxing will increase shelf life.
users of oil field equipment to maximize normally available
Since the aging of a rubber product is dependent upon all
storage facilities for rubber goods.
of the above factors plus its size, specific composition, and
1. Keep the rubber storage area as dark as possible-
function, no precise figure is available for “storage life.”
preferably indoors, not outdoors, and away from direct
Generally, the greater the ratio of surface area to volume,
sunlight, skylights, windows, and direct artificial lighting.
the more susceptible a part is to being rendered useless by
The ultraviolet content of the light spectrum accelerates
aging. For example, a relatively large part (by volume), such
cracking.
as a packing unit, might be expected to have a much longer
2. Select a cool location (ideally below 90oF) that is away
useful shelf life than a thin-walled, large-diameter 0-ring.
from heaters, stoves, and direct blasts of space heaters.
No general rule can be drawn regarding usability. A large,
Heat causes a gradual hardening of rubber goods. The
heavy part might suffer the same total amount of aging as
process is greatly accelerated when ozone or oxygen is
a small, light piece and still be usable, whereas the light
present. In extremely cold climates, some rubber goods
piece would be rendered useless. Thus, judgement be-
become so brittle they will shatter when dropped or handled
comes the rule and where there is doubt-replace the part.
roughly.
Prior to using rubber goods that have been stored for
3. Keep rubber goods away from electrical machinery (mo-
periods of time, these checks should be made:
tors, switch gear, or any high voltage equipment producing
1) Is there “chalking” or “barking”?
corona). Avoid locations susceptible to drafts that will carry 2) Has the part developed a “hard skin”?
the atmosphere from electrical machinery to the rubber 3) Do cracks appear? (Sometimes cracks will be obvious;
goods storage area. stretch or bend the part in question so that any incipient
Exposure to the atmosphere allows oxygen and thus cracks or very thin cracks will be revealed.)
ozone (O3), a very active form of oxygen, to react with and 4) Will a suspect part pass a hardness test? (In the
be especially detrimental to rubber goods. Two principal event that the hardness runs 15 points higher than the
sources of ozone are (1) atmospheric ozone, and (2) ozone normal hardness of the part, it is considered nonusable.)
created by electrical discharges such as lightning, high Note: Hardness is affected by temperature, and readings
voltage corona, and electrical machinery. should be taken with the rubber part at 70o to 100oF.
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