Description:

Petro-Canada VULTREX Drilling Compounds are specially formulated aluminum complex greases. VULTREX API Modified Thread Compound protects the threads on casing, tubing connections and line pipe against galling and provides a positive seal against the entry of drilling fluids. It conforms to API RP-5A3-96.

VULTREX Tool Joint Compound protects the threads on rotary shouldered connections and line piping against galling and provides a positive seal against drilling mud pressure. It conforms to API RP7A1-92.

Features & Benefits:

• Superior high pressure sealing against ingress of drilling fluids and mud

• Extended component life

• Meets API performance requirements

• Reduced product contamination

• Excellent thread protection during make-up and disassembly

• Reduced component damage from galling and seizure

• High anti-weld protection

• Reduced torque requirements in breaking joints

• Excellent resistance to rust and corrosion

• Extended thread life in storage and in service

• Reduced maintenance costs

• Superior adhesion to wet/oily steel

• High resistance to water washout

• Protects threads in storage and in service

• Increased connection life

• Good low temperature handling properties

• Ease of application in cold weather

• Suitable for wide operating temperature range

Applications:

Petro-Canada VULTREX Drilling Compounds are suitable for thread protection and connection sealing in all phases of drilling under severe temperature and pressure conditions.

VULTREX API Modified Thread Compound is recommended for use on the threads of round casings, buttress casings, tubing connections and line piping. It is not recommended for use on rotary shouldered connections.

VULTREX Tool Joint Compound is recommended for use on the threads and shoulders of rotary shouldered tool joints. It is also suitable for use on the threaded connections of most drilling string applications.