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TriDon™ - MV613 8-1/2" Premium PDC Drillbit
The TriDon series of drill bits are custom-designed utilizing application-specific cutters to maximize efficiency while drilling hard and abrasive formation types. These bits have achieved global success as top-performers in terms of both Rate of Penetration (ROP) and total footage drilled.
Application
- Hard and abrasive formation types
- Suitable for all rotary and motor applications
- Flowrates: 250 – 750 GPM (0.95 – 2.84 m³/min)
- Weight on Bit: up to 32,000 lbs. (14,234 daN)
- Makeup Torques: 12,500 – 19,500 ft-lbs. (16,948 – 26,438 Nm)
Features & Benefits
- T - Optimized geometry cutters designed to increase ROP.
- I - Impact Resistant Cutters for enhanced durability.
- L - Strategically placed tool control elements.
- X - Backup Cutters to reinforce performance when most needed.
- U - Up-drill Cutters placed to reduce issues during tripping.
- CFD - Computational fluid dynamics analysis performed to optimize hole cleaning.
Technical Specifications
| Cutter Size (mm) | Total Cutter Count | Connection (inch) | Nozzle 1 Qty/Type | Junk Slot Area (inch²/cm²) | Gage Pad Length (inch/mm) | Make Up Length (inch/mm) | Shank Diameter (inch/mm) | IADC Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 81 | 4-1/2 API Reg | 6 – Series 55 | 13.9 / 89.7 | 3 / 76 | 11 / 279.9 | 5.9 / 149.9 | M433 |
| Backup Size | Face Cutter Count | Nozzle 2 Qty/Type | ||||||
| 13 mm | 57 | - |
*NOTE: Backup Cutters are an optional built-in feature.