Rolling Diamond Cutting Element Improves Durability and Increases ROP in the Netherlands | SLB

Rolling Diamond Cutting Element Improves Durability and Increases ROP in the Netherlands

Published: 12/16/2020

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Using an EnduroBlade 360 bit with Enduro360 elements, the operator increased ROP to 18.4 m/h, drilling 827 m from shoe to TD in a single run.
Using an EnduroBlade 360 bit, the operator increased ROP to 18.4 m/h, drilling 827 m from shoe to TD in a single run. The rolling cutting elements improve durability by reducing cutter edge thermal degradation. Using the entire cutter circumference increases the cooling effect, making the bit last longer and decreasing runs in hard and abrasive formations. The operator achieved all directional objectives and avoided stick/slip and shock and vibration.
Location
Netherlands, Europe, Offshore
Details

Bit diameter
8½ in

Well profile
Deviated

Background

The operator wanted to improve bit durability, avoid stick/slip, and increase ROP while drilling through a hard, abrasive formation at a high inclination in the Netherlands. The original bit achieved an ROP of 11.4 m/h in three runs and 77.6 h.

Products Used