ANDERGAUGE

Adjustable Stabilizer
Handbook

Simplicity
in Action

January 1998 www.andergauge.com

 CONTENTS

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m 1 Introduction

m 2 Description

m 3 How the tool works

m 4 Planning the job

m 5 Proven applications
5.1 Rotary First String
5.2 Rotary Nearbit
5.3 Above Motor
5.4 Below Motor

m 6 Operating Procedures
6.1 Surface Testing
6.2 Running Procedures

m 7 Trouble Shooting Guide

m 8 Specifications
The information contained within this
Andergauge Specifications
handbook is believed to be accurate and is
based upon run histories and empirical data. & Hydraulic Data
However, Andergauge makes no warranties or
representations to that effect. All information
is furnished in good faith, and the use of this
m 9 Features & Benefits
information is entirely at the risk of the user. 9.1 Andergauge
9.2 Anderdrift
 INTRODUCTION
1

Inclination control is the main reason for

directional corrections in deviated wells and
selection of the bottom hole assembly
stabilization is critical. With a rotary
assembly the wrong initial selection will
result in a round trip and, even with a
steerable motor assembly, the amount of
oriented drilling will increase significantly;
thereby reducing ROP.

The Andergauge Adjustable Stabilizer was

developed in 1986, providing real time
downhole inclination control to reduce
drilling costs and improve operational
efficiency. The Andergauge can be cycled
between full gauge and undergauge
settings as many times as required, without
tripping out of hole, and can be used in both
rotary and motor assemblies.

The innovative concept, and sound

engineering, of the Andergauge was quickly
proven, but a commitment to continuous
improvement has resulted in further
enhancements and operational benefits that
maintain the Andergauge as a market
leader.

This handbook is intended to be an aid to

the operator and is solely provided for
information and illustration purposes.
Please contact any of our locations for
clarification or questions not answered in
the following sections.
 2 DESCRIPTION
2
DESCRIPTION
The Andergauge is a mechanically activated
adjustable stabilizer which is hydraulically
locked in the desired setting by mud flow.
A difference in surface pressure provides
confirmation of downhole gauge settings. Indicator Probe
The tool has three helical blades with full
Locktube
360º coverage in full and undergauge
settings. Each blade incorporates a number
of cam activated pistons. In the Restrictor Ring
undergauge setting these pistons remain Collet
flush with the main body. In the full gauge
setting they are extended. Wall contact
area and return fluid bypass are
Shoulder
comparable to that of integral blade
stabilizers. Main Body
The Andergauge is actuated into the full
gauge setting by applying sufficient weight Cam
on bit to stroke the mandrel into the main
body. A shoulder on the mandrel ensures
the correct tool stroke. As the mandrel Piston
moves into the main body, cam surfaces
force the pistons out to their extended
position. Splines
Conversely picking up off bottom causes
the mandrel to extend and the pistons are
retracted.
Mandrel Spring
If insufficient weight is available below the
Andergauge to ensure mandrel extension
during deactivation (eg. in nearbit
applications) a mandrel return spring may
be fitted. Mandrel
The body and mandrel are splined below
the blade section in order to transmit torque
through the tool.
 HOW THE
3 ANDERGAUGE WORKS
3

n SETTING THE ANDERGAUGE n LOCKING THE ANDERGAUGE

A spring fingered collet is located on top of In either of the two settings, when
the mandrel. In the undergauge setting (the circulation is increased above the locking
tool is in tension) the fingers locate against flow rate (see section 8.0), the locktube
the face of a restrictor ring. As weight is moves down to locate in the collet fingers.
applied the mandrel moves up, extending This locks the tool by preventing the collet
the pistons into the full gauge setting and from moving through the restrictor ring
the collet fingers are forced through the ensuring no mandrel movement.
restrictor ring.

Indicator Probe
Locktube Locktube
Indicator Probe Return Spring
Locktube
Return Spring
Locktube

Collet Restrictor
Ring Restrictor Collet
Ring

FULL GAUGE UNDERGAUGE

FULL GAUGE UNDERGAUGE
Mandrel Mandrel
Piston Piston

Cam Cam

Picking up, places the tool in tension. The Note: An important design feature of the
mandrel will move down, stripping the locking mechanism is that the Andergauge
collet fingers back through the restrictor will not change settings during
ring, leaving the tool in the undergauge connections, if the flow rate is reduced
setting. after picking off bottom.
31 PLANNING THE WELL
4

n PRESSURE INDICATION Andergauge offers experienced advice in

the selection of Bottom Hole Assemblies.
Tool settings are confirmed at surface by
means of a pressure difference between full Each local operating centre has access to a
gauge and undergauge settings. This comprehensive data base which will allow
pressure difference is achieved by the past well records to be examined. The
position of the locktube in relation to the offset data from previously drilled wells in
indicator probe. the vicinity will also be used to optimise the
When locked in the undergauge setting the BHA selection.
locktube is clear of the indicator probe and
the restriction to flow is minimal. Andergauge normally works closely with the
directional service company to provide
When locked in the full gauge setting the
valuable input regarding the choice of
indicator probe is situated inside the
locktube, with a resultant flow restriction application, the selection of the correct
and subsequent pressure increase. stabilizer range and subsequent spacing.
To be able to do this effectively Andergauge
needs access to the following information;
Indicator Probe • Well plan data (Build / Drop Rates)
(Proposed Tangent)
• Hole sizes and Casing Points
• Bit size and type
Locktube • Formation type
Return Spring Locktube
• Depth (TVD and MD)
Collet Restrictor
Ring • Mud weight and flowrates
• Bottom hole temperature
FULL GAUGE UNDERGAUGE • Offset Information

Mandrel Once customer requirements have been

determined the Andergauge Adjustable
Piston
Cam Stabilizer will be assembled and tested to
standards consistent with our ISO 9001
Quality Control System.

Note: Normally tools are configured as Hi-

Flo or Lo-Flo (refer to tool specifications in
section 8.0) however, the Andergauge
indication system can be further
customised for particular flow conditions.
 5.0

n APPLICATION n

tripping to change gauge.

n ROTARY FIRST STRING
PROVEN APPLICATIONS

Andergauge closer to the nearbit stabilizer.

The resultant producing a smooth well path.

Using the Andergauge adjustable stabilizer

tangent without the costly exercise of

5ft and 15ft from a full gauge nearbit

rates will be achieved by placing the

trends from a +1.5º/100ft build to a
tendency in the undergauge setting and a

For either Andergauge setting, the reaction

between the nearbit stabilizer and the
as the first string stabilizer will give a build

is of a standard rotary assembly; effectively

Tendencies are dependant on the spacing
–0.6º/100ft drop. This flexibility allows the
slight drop in full gauge. Spaced between

stabilizer, the Andergauge provides rotary

providing two BHA's in the same string.

Directional Driller to maintain a constant

Andergauge. The more aggressive build

BOTTOM HOLE ASSEMBLY / INCLINATION CONTROL GUIDE

Application Build / Drop Rates (Degrees per 100ft.) Relative to Andergauge Setting
6" Hole 81/2" Hole 121/4" Hole 171/2" Hole
Andergauge as First String Stabilizer 55/8" 6" 73/4" 8" 81/2" 111/2" 113/4" 121/4" 163/4" 171/2"
Bit / FG Nearbit Stab / 5' DC / Andergauge / MWD / FG Stab +1.30 -0.40 +1.50 +1.00 -0.40 +1.50 +1.00 -0.40 +1.00 -0.40
Bit / FG Nearbit Stab /10' DC / Andergauge / MWD / FG Stab +1.00 -0.20 +0.75 +0.50 -0.20 +1.25 +0.50 -0.20 +0.50 -0.20
Bit / FG Nearbit Stab /15' DC / Andergauge / MWD / FG Stab +1.25 +0.20 +0.60 +0.20 -0.40 +0.60 +0.20 -0.40 +0.40 -0.60
Example; 121/4" Hole with 113/4" - 121/4" Andergauge spaced 10ft to a full gauge Nearbit IBS: Drop in Full gauge = -0.20º/100ft. Build in Undergauge = +0.5º/100ft.
The above table has been compiled from the comprehensive Andergauge run data base and the general values can be used as an initial BHA guide.
Offset information should be supplied to your nearest Andergauge representative, who will also use local data base runs, to advise on BHA selection.
As a general rule the Andergauge should never be spaced more than 15ft from the Nearbit Stabilizer.
5.1
5.2 5.2

n ROTARY NEARBIT APPLICATION

163/4" 171/2"

+0.50
-0.40

Example; 81/2" Hole with 8" - 81/2" Andergauge spaced 10ft to a 1/2" undergauge first string IBS: Build in Full gauge = +0.80º/100ft. Drop in Undergauge = -1.6º/100ft.
171/2" Hole

0
Build / Drop Rates (Degrees per 100ft.) Relative to Andergauge Setting
In addition to controlling tangents, the

-1.00
-1.20
-1.20
Andergauge is often used in a nearbit

Offset information should be supplied to your nearest Andergauge representative, who will also use local data base runs, to advise on BHA selection.
The above table has been compiled from the comprehensive Andergauge run data base and the general values can be used as an initial BHA guide.
application to provide a controlled drop off.

121/4"

+0.50
This placement provides a full gauge hold /

-0.40
0
build and an aggressive drop in the

121/4" Hole
undergauge setting.

113/4"
-1.25
-1.20
-1.00
The Andergauge is placed directly above

BOTTOM HOLE ASSEMBLY / INCLINATION CONTROL GUIDE

the bit with the first string stabilizer

111/2"
-1.25
-1.20
-1.00
positioned at a spacing of 10ft.
A wide range of performance selections can

-1.00 +0.30
-1.60 +0.80
81/2"
-1.25 -0.40
be made through the choice of the gauge of

81/2" Hole
the first string stabilizer. The more under

8"
gauge this stabilizer the greater the build
rate in the full gauge setting.

73/4"
-1.30
-1.00
-1.60
n HORIZONTAL WELLS

-1.00 +0.20
-0.60 +1.00
-1.25 -0.20
6"
6" Hole
Increased inclination provides more

55/8"
response and more aggressive trends. e.g.
an 8" - 81/2" Andergauge, spaced 10 ft to a
1/2" under gauge first string stabilizer, at

Bit / Andergauge / 10' DC / 1/4" UG Stab / MWD / FG Stab

Bit / Andergauge / 10' DC / 1/2" UG Stab / MWD / FG Stab
FG Stab / MWD / FG Stab
90º, will produce a full gauge build of
+1.2º/100ft and a responsive drop of -
2.0º/100ft in the undergauge setting.
This rotary application enhances hole
cleaning, through cutting bed disturbance,
Andergauge as Nearbit Stabilizer

and allows optimum MWD and LWD sensor

placement closer to the bit. This
Bit / Andergauge / 10' DC /

combination has been proven in the

response required for 'geosteering' in tight
target corridors.
Application
5.3 5.3

n ABOVE STEERABLE MOTOR

Example; 81/2" Hole with 8" - 81/2" Andergauge 26ft from bearing stabilizer (2ft above standard motor): Full gauge = -0.2º/100ft. Undergauge = +0.30º/100ft.
n APPLICATIONS

Full Gauge Setting

Over 25% of Andergauge applications on a

Offset information should be supplied to your nearest Andergauge representative, who will also use local data base runs, to advise on BHA selection.
The above table has been compiled from the comprehensive Andergauge run data base and the general values can be used as an initial BHA guide.
-0.40
-0.40
-0.30
-0.50
-0.20
-0.40
-0.40
world wide basis utilise the tool above a

BOTTOM HOLE ASSEMBLY / INCLINATION CONTROL GUIDE - Above Steerable Motor

Build / Drop Rates (º/100ft).
downhole motor. Analysis has shown that
90% of the time consumed orientating in
tangent sections is related to controlling
inclination.

Undergauge Setting
n TANGENT SECTIONS

The above values account for a 1/8" undergauge motor bearing stabilizer and motor bent housings of 0.6º - 1.0º.
+0.30
+0.30
+0.30
+0.50
+0.30
+0.40
+0.30
Motor assemblies, using the Andergauge
placed above the motor, have proven to be
economical and efficient in reducing the
percentage of oriented drilling required for
inclination control. By positioning the
Andergauge above the motor, inclination

Bearing Housing Stabilizer

can be controlled by the adjustable
stabilizer whilst drilling in the rotary mode;
Spacing from
eliminating the need to orient and slide.
30 - 33ft
30 - 33ft
28 - 31ft
26 - 29ft
26 - 29ft
24 - 27ft
20 - 22ft
ROP is increased, hole cleaning is improved
and the resultant trajectory is less tortuous
due to rotary trends, as opposed to
instantaneous high dog leg corrections.

n HORIZONTAL WELLS
163/4" - 171/2"

113/4" - 121/4"
111/2" - 121/4"
Andergauge

8 - 81/2"
73/4" - 81/2"

As the inclination increases the reaction to

151/4" - 16"
Range

55/8" - 6"

the settings of the Andergauge improves.

So much so, that in a number of cases, a
straight performance motor has been used
to enhance the penetration with the
Andergauge providing total inclination
control.
Hole Sizes

171/2"

121/4"

81/2"
16"

6"
5.4 5.4

n BELOW MOTOR APPLICATIONS

Full Gauge Setting

+1.40º/100ft
+1.40º/100ft
+0.5º/100ft
+0.8º/100ft
Andergauge have recently proven the

The Below Motor application has been proven for stabilized straight motors. Motor manufacturers must be consulted before a bent housing is utilised.
Build / Drop Rates (º/100ft).
application of placing an adjustable

The above table has been compiled from the comprehensive Andergauge run data base and the general values can be used as an initial BHA guide.
stabilizer as a rotating Nearbit stabilizer,

BOTTOM HOLE ASSEMBLY / INCLINATION CONTROL GUIDE - Below Motor Application

51/2" bearing housing stabilizer.

51/4" First string stabilizer spaced, above or between motor sections, at 16 - 20ft; Full gauge = +1.40º/100ft. Undergauge = -2.50º/100ft.
directly below a straight motor. This is
becoming a standard operating procedure
for horizontal sections, in hole sizes of 61/2"

Undergauge Setting
or less.

-2.50º/100ft
-2.50º/100ft
-1.0º/100ft
-1.2º/100ft
The Andergauge is placed directly above the
bit, connected to the bit box on the motor,
and is run typically 1/8" undergauge in the

6" Andergauge placed directly between 61/8" bit and a 43/4" motor with a
full gauge setting. The motor can be run
with a bearing housing stabilizer, with a third
stabilizer, spaced at 16 to 20ft; this spacing

Stabilizer

121/8"
to coincide with the mid connection on many

51/4"
First

5"

8"
dual or tandem power section motors.

Unplanned azimuth control is seldom a

problem in lateral wells and, with the motor
set straight, rapid inclination adjustments
Housing
Bearing
can be made. This application provides build
51/4"
51/2"
N/A
N/A
rates of +1.4º/100ft in full gauge, and drops
of -2.5º/100ft in the undergauge setting.

Typically the minimum radius curves to the

lateral section are drilled with oversized hole
to allow stiffer subsequent assemblies
111/2" - 121/4"
Andergauge

53/8" - 53/4"

81/2"

around the curve; 61/2" for a 61/8" section

55/8" - 6"
Range

and 6 3 / 4 " for a 6 1 / 2 ". However, in

8" -

consistent size holes the smaller Andergauge

with 55/8" -

tools have successfully been tripped through

build sections showing Dog Leg Severities of
+22º/100ft.
61/8" Hole
121/4"
Hole Size

57/8"
61/2"
81/2"

Example;
 OPERATING
6.0 PROCEDURES
6.1

n SURFACE TESTING
Prior to running in hole the following
procedures are recommended:
1 Locking in the full gauge setting
1.1 Make up the Andergauge in the BHA
ensure that the bit is also made up
1.2 Connect kelly to the string
1.3 Idle pumps below unlocking flow rate* Lock tube does not move
1.4 Set slips on Andergauge Mandrel
1.5 Slack off 10,000lbs Mandrel is pushed into full gauge setting
1.6 Bring pumps up to drilling flow rate Lock tube moves down into collet fingers
1.7 Lift string into tension Tension acts upon mandrel
1.8 Pistons will remain in full gauge Ensures tool locked in full gauge setting
1.9 Note the stand pipe pressure reading Provides comparative value for drilling settings
2 Unlocking Andergauge from either setting into unlocked undergauge position
2.1 Lift string into tension
2.2 Reduce pumps to below locking flow* Lock tube ready to unlock
2.3 Set slips on Andergauge mandrel
2.4 Slack off 10,000lbs Lock tube released from
collet fingers; unlock
2.5 Lift string into tension. Pistons will Under tension the mandrel moves down and
retract into undergauge position tool regains OR retains undergauge position
3 Locking in the undergauge setting
3.1 Follow unlocking procedures Ensures tool is in unlocked undergauge
position
3.2 Lift string into tension Mandrel remains in tension
3.3 Bring pumps up to drilling flow rate Lock tube moves down into collet fingers
3.4 Note the stand pipe pressure reading Provides confirmation of drilling settings
3.5 Lower string; slips on mandrel or below
3.6 Slack off 10,000lbs Simulates drilling
3.7 Pistons will remain undergauge Ensures tool locked in undergauge setting
3.8 Cut pumps, make up BHA & RIH RIH with tool in undergauge setting

* Locking flow rates provided in section 8. Note: If the tool is to be gauged, this should be
Note: Pistons may not retract fully on surface; tap in undertaken at point 1.6.
gently with mallet to confirm mandrel has moved down.
The magnitude of the pressure difference between
gauge settings is detailed in section 8.
 RUNNING
6.2 PROCEDURES
6.2

Whilst tripping in hole the Andergauge should

be in the undergauge position

1 Unlocking Andergauge from either setting into unlocked undergauge position

1.1 Pick off bottom Andergauge tool in tension
1.2 Reduce pumps to below unlocking flow* Lock tube ready to unlock
1.3 Run back & tag bottom with 10,000 lbs WOB Andergauge put in compression; collet fingers
release lock tube which moves upwards
1.4 Pick up off bottom quickly Ensures mandrel moves down

2 Locking in the undergauge setting

2.1 Follow unlocking procedure Ensures tool in unlocked undergauge position
2.2 Bring up pumps to drilling flow rate Lock tube moves down into collet fingers
2.3 Note stand pipe pressure
2.4 Rotate to bottom & drill ahead Tool locked in undergauge setting
3 Locking in the full gauge setting
3.1 Follow unlocking procedure Ensures tool in unlocked undergauge
position
3.2 Maintain flow below locking flow rate* Lock tube does not move
3.3 Rotate slowly to bottom; apply 10,000 lbs WOB Ensures that minimum activation weight is
transferred to the Andergauge
3.4 Bring pumps up to drilling flow rate Lock tube moves down into collet fingers
3.5 Pick up off bottom
3.6 Note the stand pipe pressure reading Provides comparative pressure reading
3.7 Rotate to bottom & drill ahead Tool locked in full gauge setting

4 Maintaining Setting During Connections

4.1 Pick off bottom with drilling flow rate Tension on collet fingers
4.2 Leave pumps on, set slips
4.3 Cut pumps Collet fingers prevent lock
tube movement
4.4 Make connection Mandrel cannot move
4.5 Bring pumps up to drilling flow rate
4.6 Pull slips
4.7 Note the stand pipe pressure reading Confirms tool setting
4.8 Rotate to bottom & drill ahead Tool remains locked in gauge setting

* locking flow rates provided in section 8. Note: On returning to the surface Pistons may be
Once drilling is established it is advisable to set the tool in both extended, despite the tool being in the unlocked
positions to establish a stand pipe pressure differential reference undergauge position. This is because of slight residual
for setting confirmation whilst drilling. This should be repeated hydrostatic pressure trapped within the tool and
periodically to counter changes due to depth, drilling parameters, therefore does not affect the down hole operation.
mud condition, etc... Such tools can be re-run.
 Problem Cause Solution 7
The tool appears jammed in the full This may be because the flow rate was not reduced Go to bottom and apply maximum allowable WOB (see
gauge setting and will not return to enough, or the tool was picked off bottom before section 8). Stop pumps and ensure flow has ceased.
the undergauge setting. locking mechanism had disengaged. Pick up off bottom for 20ft. Lower the string a few feet
rapidly and apply the brake. This will jar the mandrel
down. Bring back to operational flow to lock tool in the
undergauge setting.
GUIDE

The Andergauge will not lock in the Insufficient activation WOB or locking flow too low. Increase the WOB to activate the tool, the max allowable
full gauge position. WOB is shown in section 8. Increase the locking flow rate.
The Andergauge has been set and The tool was not properly in tension when the flow rate Ensure the bit is well off bottom, reciprocate the string
locked in the undergauge setting. was increased to full operational flow and it did not lock a couple of times and apply the brake quickly.
When weight is applied to the tool it in the undergauge position. Increase the flow rate to required level to lock the tool
trips to the full gauge setting. Flow rate is insufficient to lock the tool. (see section 8).
Pressure signal diminishes or There could be a number of causes; None of the causes will affect the operation of the tool.
TROUBLE SHOOTING

disappears. increased hole depth, Perform correct procedures for setting the tool as required
aeration of the mud, and drill ahead.
fluid erosion of the pressure indicator. Monitor inclination to confirm the tool is working correctly.

follows;
Example

would be as follows;

255 - 130
Example: Pressure Loss Curves

Approximate full gauge pressure loss,

Approximate undergauge pressure loss
differential between gauge settings.

Approximate undergauge pressure loss,

= 125 psi
(150310) x 8.5 = 130 psi
(300310) x 8.5 = 255 psi
n HYDRAULIC SPECIFICATIONS
HYDRAULIC DATA
SPECIFICATIONS &

Approximate differential between gauge settings

Approximate differential between gauge settings,

curves represents the expected pressure

flow rate the approximate pressure losses

undergauge tool settings would be as

The above chart details overall pressure
losses across the Andergauge tool in full

in full gauge and undergauge tool settings

mud weight). The distance between the

= 150psi
= 150 psi
Approximate full gauge pressure loss = 300 psi
For 10ppg mud weight and 250 gpm drilling

pressure losses in full gauge and

gauge and undergauge tool settings (10ppg

a flow rate of 250 gpm the approximate

If the desired mud weight was 8.5 ppg, for
8
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n 55/8 - 6" ANDERGAUGE ADJUSTABLE n HYDRAULIC PARAMETERS

n STABILIZER SPECIFICATIONS 55/8 - 6" Lo-Flo Andergauge,
GENERAL DATA 10 ppg Mud Weight
Undergauge 5.625 " 142.9 mm
Full Gauge 6.000 " 152.4 mm
Stroke length 1.30 " 33 mm
Connections-up 31/2" IF API BOX
-down 31/2" IF API PIN
Tool weight 660 lb 300 kg
Blade cover 360 º 360 º
Number of pistons 15 15
Piston diameter 1.75 " 44.5 mm
Pump open area 3.55 in2 22.9 cm2
OPERATING PARAMETERS
Lo-Flo Configuration Flow Rate
Maximum overpull for re-run 167,000 lbf 743 kN
Operating flow range 170-270 gpm 640-1,020 lpm
Absolute maximum overpull 278,000 lbf 1,236 kN
Full gauge locking 110 gpm 415 lpm
Maximum weight on bit 25,000 lbf 111 kN
Activation load 2,000 lbf 8.9 kN Full gauge unlocking 55 gpm 210 lpm
Deactivation load 1,500 lbf 6.7 kN Undergauge locking 155 gpm 585 lpm
Maximum recommended RPM 225 225 Undergauge unlocking 105 gpm 400 lpm
Maximum operating temperature 390 ºF 200 ºC
FISHING DETAILS
DIM INCHES MM
ØA 3.00 76.2 55/8 - 6" Hi-Flo Andergauge,
ØB 3.25 82.6 10 ppg Mud Weight
ØC 2.75 69.9
ØD 3.33 84.6
ØE 4.75 120.7
ØF 1.25 31.8
ØG 4.75 120.7
ØH .N/A N/A
ØI 4.75 120.7
ØJ 6.00 152.4
ØJ 5.63 142.8
ØK 4.75 120.7
L 87 2,210
M 29 736.6
N N/A N/A Hi-Flo Configuration Flow Rate
O 10 254.0 Operating flow range 200-350 gpm 760-1,330 lpm
P 15 381.0 Full gauge locking 140 gpm 530 lpm
Q 12.5 317.5 Full gauge unlocking 80 gpm 300 lpm
R 15 381.0 Undergauge locking 180 gpm 680 lpm
ØS 2.13 54.1
Undergauge unlocking 150 gpm 565 lpm
ØT 2.75 69.9
ØU 3.23 82.0
V 3.81 96.8
W 6.31 160.3
X 9.98 253.5
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n 6 - 63/8" ANDERGAUGE ADJUSTABLE n HYDRAULIC PARAMETERS

n STABILIZER SPECIFICATIONS n 6 - 63/8" Lo-Flo Andergauge,
GENERAL DATA 10 ppg Mud Weight
Undergauge 6.000 " 152.4 mm
Full Gauge 6.375 " 161.9 mm
Stroke length 1.30 " 33 mm
Connections- up 31/2" IF API BOX
- down 31/2" IF API PIN
Tool weight 660 lb 300 kg
Blade cover 360 º 360 º
Number of pistons 15 15
Piston diameter 1.75 " 44.5 mm
Pump open area 3.55 in2 22.9 cm2
OPERATING PARAMETERS
Lo-Flo Configuration Flow Rate
Maximum overpull for re-run 167,000 lbf 743 kN
Operating flow range 170-270 gpm 640-1,020 lpm
Absolute maximum overpull 278,000 lbf 1,236 kN
Full gauge locking 110 gpm 415 lpm
Maximum weight on bit 25,000 lbf 111 kN
Activation load 2,000 lbf 8.9 kN Full gauge unlocking 55 gpm 210 lpm
Deactivation load 1,500 lbf 6.7 kN Undergauge locking 155 gpm 585 lpm
Maximum recommended RPM 225 225 Undergauge unlocking 105 gpm 400 lpm
Maximum operating temperature 390 ºF 200 ºC
FISHING DETAILS
DIM INCHES MM
ØA 3.00 76.2 6 - 63/8" Hi-Flo Andergauge,
ØB 3.25 82.6 10 ppg Mud Weight
ØC 2.75 69.9
ØD 3.33 84.6
ØE 4.50 114.3
ØF 1.25 31.8
ØG 4.75 120.7
ØH N/A N/A
ØI 4.75 120.7
ØJ 6.38 161.9
ØJ 6.00 152.4
ØK 4.75 120.7
L 87 2,210
M 29 736.6
N N/A N/A Hi-Flo Configuration Flow Rate
O 10 254.0 Operating flow range 200-350 gpm 760-1,330 lpm
P 15 381.0 Full gauge locking 140 gpm 530 lpm
Q 12.5 317.5 Full gauge unlocking 80 gpm 300 lpm
R 15 381.0 Undergauge locking 180 gpm 680 lpm
ØS 2.13 54.1
Undergauge unlocking 150 gpm 565 lpm
ØT 2.75 69.9
ØU 3.23 82.0
V 3.81 96.8
W 6.31 160.3
X 9.98 253.5
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n 73/4 - 81/2" ANDERGAUGE ADJUSTABLE n HYDRAULIC PARAMETERS

n STABILIZER SPECIFICATIONS n 73/4 - 81/2" Lo-Flo Andergauge,
GENERAL DATA 10 ppg Mud Weight
Undergauge 7.750 " 196.9 mm
Full Gauge 8.500 " 215.9 mm
Stroke length 2.12 " 53.8 mm
Connections - up 41/2" IF API BOX
- down 41/2" IF API PIN
Tool weight 1,015 lb 460 kg
Blade cover 360 º 360 º
Number of pistons 15 15
Piston diameter 2.50 " 63.5 mm
Pump open area 7.08 in2 45.7 cm2
OPERATING PARAMETERS
Lo-Flo Configuration Flow Rate
Maximum overpull for re-run 266,000 lbf 1,183 kN
Operating flow range 350-550 gpm1,325-2,080 lpm
Absolute maximum overpull 444,000 lbf 1,975 kN
Full gauge locking 230 gpm 870 lpm
Maximum weight on bit 50,000 lbf 222.4 kN
Activation load 4,500 lbf 20 kN Full gauge unlocking 145 gpm 550 lpm
Deactivation load 3,000 lbf 13.3 kN Undergauge locking 335 gpm 1,270 lpm
Maximum recommended RPM 225 225 Undergauge unlocking 190 gpm 720 lpm
Maximum operating temperature 390 ºF 200 ºC
FISHING DETAILS
DIM INCHES MM
ØA 4.32 109.7 73/4 - 81/2" Hi-Flo Andergauge,
ØB 4.75 120.7 10 ppg Mud Weight
ØC 3.87 98.3
ØD 5.09 129.3
ØE 6.75 171.5
ØF 1.50 38.1
ØG 6.75 171.5
ØH 7.00 177.8
ØI 7.00 177.8
ØJ 8.50 215.9
ØJ 7.75 196.9
ØK 7.00 177.8
L 106 2,692
M 19 482.6
N 11 279.4 Hi-Flo Configuration Flow Rate
O 14 355.6 Operating flow range 450-700 gpm 1,700-2,650 lpm
P 17 431.8 Full gauge locking 265 gpm 1,000 lpm
Q 16.5 419.1 Full gauge unlocking 215 gpm 815 lpm
R 24 609.6 Undergauge locking 365 gpm 1,380 lpm
ØS 2.51 63.8
Undergauge unlocking 275 gpm 1,040 lpm
ØT 3.87 98.3
ØU 4.72 119.9
V 5.80 147.3
W 8.77 222.8
X 9.76 247.9
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n 91/8 - 97/8" ANDERGAUGE ADJUSTABLE n HYDRAULIC PARAMETERS

n STABILIZER SPECIFICATIONS n 91/8 - 97/8" Lo-Flo Andergauge,
GENERAL DATA 10 ppg Mud Weight
Undergauge 9.125 " 231.8 mm
Full Gauge 9.875 " 250.8 mm
Stroke length 1.4 " 35.6 mm
Connections - up 51/2" REG BOX
- down 51/2" REG PIN
Tool weight 1,100 lb 500 kg
Blade cover 360 º 360 º
Number of pistons 15 15
Piston diameter 2.50 " 63.5 mm
Pump open area 7.08 in2 45.7 cm2
OPERATING PARAMETERS
Lo-Flo Configuration Flow Rate
Maximum overpull for re-run 288,000 lbf 1,281 kN
Operating flow range 350-550 gpm1,325-2,080 lpm
Absolute maximum overpull 480,000 lbf 2,135 kN
Full gauge locking 230 gpm 870 lpm
Maximum weight on bit 55,000 lbf 244.6 kN
Activation load 4,500 lbf 20 kN Full gauge unlocking 145 gpm 550 lpm
Deactivation load 3,000 lbf 13.3 kN Undergauge locking 335 gpm 1,270 lpm
Maximum recommended RPM 225 225 Undergauge unlocking 190 gpm 720 lpm
Maximum operating temperature 390 ºF 200 ºC
FISHING DETAILS
DIM INCHES MM
ØA 4.32 109.7 91/8 - 97/8" Hi-Flo Andergauge,
ØB 4.75 120.7 10 ppg Mud Weight
ØC 4.07 103.4
ØD 5.83 148.1
ØE 7.50 190.5
ØF 1.50 38.1
ØG 7.50 190.5
ØH N/A N/A
ØI 7.50 190.5
ØJ 9.88 250.8
ØJ 9.13 231.9
ØK 7.50 190.5
L 106 2,692
M 32 812.8
N N/A N/A Hi-Flo Configuration Flow Rate
O 14 355.6 Operating flow range 450-700 gpm1,700-2,650 lpm
P 17 431.8 Full gauge locking 265 gpm 1,000 lpm
Q 16.5 419.1 Full gauge unlocking 215 gpm 815 lpm
R 24 609.6 Undergauge locking 365 gpm 1,380 lpm
ØS 2.71 68.8
Undergauge unlocking 275 gpm 1,040 lpm
ØT 4.07 103.4
ØU 4.95 125.7
V 5.93 150.6
W 9.52 241.8
X 13.18 334.8
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n 111/2 - 121/4" ANDERGAUGE ADJUSTABLE n HYDRAULIC PARAMETERS

n STABILIZER SPECIFICATIONS n 111/2 - 121/4" Lo-Flo Andergauge,
GENERAL DATA 10 ppg Mud Weight
Undergauge 11.500 " 292.1 mm
Full Gauge 12.250 " 311.2 mm
Stroke length 1.4 " 35.6 mm
Connections- up 65/8" REG BOX
- down 65/8" REG PIN
Tool weight 1,930 lb 875 kg
Blade cover 360 º 360 º
Number of pistons 18 18
Piston diameter 2.50 " 63.5 mm
Pump open area 13.22 in2 85.3 cm2
OPERATING PARAMETERS
Lo-Flo Configuration Flow Rate
Maximum overpull for re-run 546,000 lbf 2,429 kN
Operating flow range 500-850 gpm1,890-3,220 lpm
Absolute maximum overpull 910,000 lbf 4,048 kN
Full gauge locking 240 gpm 910 lpm
Maximum weight on bit 75,000 lbf 334 kN
Activation load 6,000 lbf 26.7 kN Full gauge unlocking 150 gpm 565 lpm
Deactivation load 3,500 lbf 15.6 kN Undergauge locking 390 gpm 1,475 lpm
Maximum recommended RPM 200 200 Undergauge unlocking 335 gpm 1,265 lpm
Maximum operating temperature 390 ºF 200 ºC
FISHING DETAILS
DIM INCHES MM
ØA 5.58 141.7 111/2 - 121/4" Hi-Flo Andergauge,
ØB 6.00 152.4 10 ppg Mud Weight
ØC 5.00 127.0
ØD 6.86 174.2
ØE 8.25 209.6
ØF 2.00 50.8
ØG 8.25 209.6
ØH 9.00 228.6
ØI 9.00 228.6
ØJ 12.25 311.2
ØJ 11.5 292.1
ØK 8.25 209.6
L 112 2,845
M 17.5 444.5
N 11.5 292.1 Hi-Flo Configuration Flow Rate
O 14.5 368.3 Operating flow range 750-1,000 gpm2,840-3,785 lpm
P 20 508.0 Full gauge locking 305 gpm 1,155 lpm
Q 14.6 370.8 Full gauge unlocking 215 gpm 810 lpm
R 29 736.6 Undergauge locking 420 gpm 1,590 lpm
ØS 3.58 90.9
Undergauge unlocking 370 gpm 1,400 lpm
ØT 5.00 127.0
ØU 5.78 146.8
V 5.76 146.3
W 8.80 223.5
X 10.58 268.7
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n 151/4 - 16" ANDERGAUGE ADJUSTABLE n HYDRAULIC PARAMETERS

n STABILIZER SPECIFICATIONS n 151/4 - 16" Lo-Flo Andergauge,
GENERAL DATA 10 ppg Mud Weight
Undergauge 15.250 " 387.5 mm
Full Gauge 16.000 " 406.4 mm
Stroke length 2.08 " 52.8 mm
Connections - up 75/8" REG BOX
- down 75/8" REG PIN
Tool weight 3,750 lb 1,700 kg
Blade cover 360 º 360 º
Number of pistons 18 18
Piston diameter 3.50 " 88.9 mm
Pump open area 19.13 in2 123.4 cm2
OPERATING PARAMETERS
Lo-Flo Configuration Flow Rate
Maximum overpull for re-run 904,000 lbf 4,021 kN
Operating flow range 700-1,200 gpm2650-4,550 lpm
Absolute maximum overpull 1,508,000 lbf 6,708 kN
Full gauge locking 225 gpm 850 lpm
Maximum weight on bit 100,000 lbf 444.8 kN
Activation load 9,000 lbf 40 kN Full gauge unlocking 150 gpm 570 lpm
Deactivation load 6,000 lbf 26.7 kN Undergauge locking 410 gpm 1,550 lpm
Maximum recommended RPM 200 200 Undergauge unlocking 365 gpm 1,380 lpm
Maximum operating temperature 390 ºF 200 ºC
FISHING DETAILS
DIM INCHES MM
ØA 5.50 139.7 151/4 - 16" Hi-Flo Andergauge,
ØB 7.50 190.5 10 ppg Mud Weight
ØC 6.75 171.5
ØD 8.00 203.2
ØE 9.50 241.3
ØF 3.00 76.2
ØG 9.50 241.3
ØH 11.00 279.4
ØI 11.00 279.4
ØJ 16.00 406.4
ØJ 15.25 387.4
ØK 11.5 292.1
L 158 4,013
M 23 584.2
N 16.75 425.5 Hi-Flo Configuration Flow Rate
O 19 482.6 Operating flow range 900-1,500 gpm3,405-5,675 lpm
P 32 812.8 Full gauge locking 275 gpm 1,041 lpm
Q 23 584.2 Full gauge unlocking 200 gpm 755 lpm
R 25 635.0 Undergauge locking 500 gpm 1,890 lpm
ØS 5.00 127.0
Undergauge unlocking 400 gpm 1,515 lpm
ØT 6.75 171.5
ØU 7.75 196.9
V 8.37 212.6
W 10.88 276.4
X 15.33 389.4
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8

n 163/4 - 171/2" ANDERGAUGE ADJUSTABLE n HYDRAULIC PARAMETERS

n STABILIZER SPECIFICATIONS 163/4 - 171/2" Lo-Flo Andergauge,
GENERAL DATA 10 ppg Mud Weight
Undergauge 16.750 " 425.5 mm
Full Gauge 17.500 " 444.5 mm
Stroke length 2.08 " 52.8 mm
Connections- up 75/8" REG BOX
- down 75/8" REG PIN
Tool weight 3,970 lb 1,800 kg
Blade cover 360 º 360 º
Number of pistons 18 18
Piston diameter 3.50 " 88.9 mm
Pump open area 19.13 in2 123.4 cm2
OPERATING PARAMETERS
Lo-Flo Configuration Flow Rate
Maximum overpull for re-run 904,000 lbf 4,021 kN
Operating flow range 700-1,200 gpm2,650-4,550 lpm
Absolute maximum overpull 1,508,000 lbf 6,708 kN
Full gauge locking 225 gpm 850 lpm
Maximum weight on bit 100,000 lbf 444.8 kN
Activation load 9,000 lbf 40 kN Full gauge unlocking 150 gpm 570 lpm
Deactivation load 6,000 lbf 26.7 kN Undergauge locking 410 gpm 1,550 lpm
Maximum recommended RPM 200 200 Undergauge unlocking 365 gpm 1,380 lpm
Maximum operating temperature 390 ºF 200 ºC
FISHING DETAILS
DIM INCHES MM
ØA 5.50 139.7 163/4 - 171/2" Hi-Flo Andergauge,
ØB 7.50 190.5 10 ppg Mud Weight
ØC 6.75 171.5
ØD 8.00 203.2
ØE 9.50 241.3
ØF 3.00 76.2
ØG 9.50 241.3
ØH 11.00 279.4
ØI 11.00 279.4
ØJ 17.50 444.5
ØJ 16.75 425.5
ØK 11.50 292.1
L 158 4,013
M 23 584.2
N 16.75 425.5 Hi-Flo Configuration Flow Rate
O 19 482.6 Operating flow range 900-1,500 gpm3,405-5,675 lpm
P 32 812.8 Full gauge locking 275 gpm 1,041 lpm
Q 23 584.2 Full gauge unlocking 200 gpm 755 lpm
R 25 635.0 Undergauge locking 500 gpm 1,890 lpm
ØS 5.00 127.0
Undergauge unlocking 400 gpm 1,515 lpm
ØT 6.75 171.5
ØU 7.75 196.9
V 8.37 212.6
W 10.88 276.4
X 15.33 389.4
 ANDERGAUGE ANDERDRIFT VERTICAL
9.1 ADJUSTABLE STABILIZER INCLINATION INDICATOR
9.2

FEATURES Monitoring the inclination in vertical wells costs time

(single shots) and money (MWD and personnel).
• Mechanical activation ensures positive gauge selection Im agi n e s pe n di n g n e i t h e r ...
• 3/4" gauge change The Anderdrift is a simple mechanical tool which allows
the driller to rapidly check the inclination of the well up
• Hydraulically locked in desired position
to 5˚. Inclination data is transmitted to surface as a
• Positive locking mechanism maintains set position series of pressure pulses whose number corresponds to
the vertical inclination.
• Clear surface pressure indication of reliable downhole
The pulses can easily be read on the driller’s pressure
setting
gauge and no additional surface equipment is
• Proven tool fleet for control in all hole sizes from 53/4" to necessary. If required, a hard copy of the data can
171/2" normally be supplied by the mud logging company.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

BENEFITS
• Data sent to surface in less than a minute
• 2 in 1 BHA flexibility
• Real time information allowing immediate remedial
• Simple rugged design = Reliability
action
• Accurate rotary inclination control
• Supplied in pre-loaded short drill collar
• Less BHA trips
• No surface equipment or additional personnel
• Increased overall ROP
required
• Significant time savings
• Reliable accuracy over a 0˚ to 5˚ range in 0.5˚
• Rotary correction trends reduce dog legs and reduce increments
torque and drag
• Optimisation of steerable assembly rotary efficiency Number of Pulses 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
Inclination (˚) 0 1/2 1 11/2 2 21/2 3 31/2 4 41/2 5+
• Continuous rotation improves hole cleaning and cutting
bed disturbance

ANDERDRIFT SPECIFICATIONS
PROVEN APPLICATIONS
DRILL COLLAR SIZE 7" 8" 91/2"
• Rotary String for tangent and horizontal sections
Overall Length 128" 100" 129"
• Rotary Nearbit for tangent / ‘S’ profiles Connections 41/2" IF box/pin 65/8" Reg box/pin 75/8" Reg box/pin
• Rotary Nearbit for more aggressive horizontal response Inclination Range 0 - 5˚ 0 - 5˚ 0 - 5˚
Min. Drilling Flowrate (GPM) 300 300 300
• Above motor placement for tangent, ‘S’ profiles and
horizontal sections Survey Flowrates (GPM) 300 - 800 300 - 800 300 - 800
Min Survey Pressure Pulse (psi) 200 200 200
• Below motor placement for horizontal sections
Typical Pulse Interval 4 sec 4 sec 4 sec
TFA Drilling Position 3.87 in2 3.87 in2 3.87 in2
Max. Operating Temperature 220˚C 220˚C 220˚C
Weight (lbs) 1,275 1,400 2,850
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