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TriDon™ - MV516 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 are global 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.
- L - Strategically placed tool control elements.
- X - Backup Cutters reinforce durability.
- U - Up-drill Cutters reduce issues while tripping out.
- CFD - Computational fluid dynamics analysis performed to boost 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 42 | 4-1/2 API Reg | 5 – Series 65 | 14.8 / 95.5 | 2 / 51 | 10.2 / 258.1 | 5.9 / 149.9 | M333 |
| Backup Size | Face Cutter Count | Nozzle 2 Qty/Type | ||||||
| 16 mm | 27 | - |
*NOTE: Backup Cutters are an optional built-in feature.