Petol BA118 User manual

PETOLTM Bukup Tong
BA118
Operating Manual
PETOLTM GEARENCH
P.O. Box 192
4450 Highway 6
Clifton, Texas 76634
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
© 2021 by PETOL GEARENCH. All rights reserved
Form BA118 revision 05/10/2021

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Table of Contents
BA118 PETOLTM Bukup Tong Description......................................................................... 1
PETOLTM GEARENCH Limited Warranty........................................................................ 2
Safe Practices and Procedures............................................................................................... 3
Responsibility .....................................................................................................................................................3
Replacement Parts ..............................................................................................................................................4
Safety..................................................................................................................................................................4
Safe Practices .....................................................................................................................................................4
Safety Sources and Publications.........................................................................................................................5
Responsibility of Distributors.............................................................................................................................5
Overloading / Shock Loads / Side Loading........................................................................................................6
Environmental Conditions..................................................................................................................................6
Normal Life Expectancy.....................................................................................................................................7
Lubrication .........................................................................................................................................................7
Periodic Inspection List for PETOLTM Special Chain ........................................................................................8
Operation ............................................................................................................................... 10
Chain Adjustment................................................................................................................. 11
Chain Identification Guide................................................................................................... 12
Chain Selection...................................................................................................................... 13
Dimensions............................................................................................................................. 14
Torque and Diameter Capacity ........................................................................................... 15
Torque – Handle Load Formulas ........................................................................................ 16
Parts List................................................................................................................................ 17
Tong Assembly Parts List.................................................................................................................................17
Chain Assembly Parts List ...............................................................................................................................19
Wear Limits........................................................................................................................... 20
Non-Destructive Evaluation................................................................................................. 21
Weld Repairs ......................................................................................................................... 22

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BA118 PETOLTM Bukup Tong Description
The PETOLTM Bukup Tongs were designed for making up and breaking out casing, drill pipe,
and tubular products requiring substantial torque while the pipe is essentially horizontal. The
BA118 PETOL Bukup Tong will work diameters from 5-1/2 inches to 20 inches and up to
90,000 foot-pounds of torque.
The tong is adjusted by exchanging chain sections and adjusting a chain screw nut to work the
various diameters.
The BA118 Bukup Tong has the following features:
A high strength, heat treated alloy chain for rugged, dependable service.
High strength alloy steels used throughout for long life with the toughest jobs.

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PETOLTM GEARENCH Limited Warranty
What Is Covered
PETOL™ GEARENCH tools are expressly warranted to you, the purchaser, to be free of defects in material and
workmanship.
How Long Coverage Lasts
This express warranty lasts for the lifetime of the PETOL GEARENCH tool. Warranty coverage ends when the
tool becomes unusable for reasons other than defects in workmanship or material.
How Can You Get Warranty Service
To obtain the benefit of this warranty, contact a PETOL GEARENCH sales representative in Clifton, Texas.
PETOL GEARENCH · 4450 S. Highway 6 · P.O. Box 192 · Clifton, TX 76634
What Will We Do To Correct Problems
Warranted products will be repaired or replaced, at PETOL GEARENCH’s option, and returned at no charge to
you, the original purchaser; or, if after three attempts at repair or replacement during the warranty period, the
product defect in material or workmanship persists, you can elect to receive a full refund of your original purchase
price for the product.
What Is Not Covered
Defects, failures or conditions that are due to normal wear and tear, abuse or misuse, are not covered by this
limited warranty. In addition, this limited warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied, verbal or
written. To the maximum extent allowed by law PETOL GEARENCH disclaims all implied warranties, including
implied warranties of merchantability and/or fitness for a particular purpose. PETOL GEARENCH also
specifically denies any liability for any incidental damages and/or consequential damages, including but not
limited to property damage to property other than the product itself, loss of sales profits, down time, costs or any
other damages measurable in money, whether or not included in the foregoing enumeration.
Please be advised that some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages,
so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific rights, and you may also
have other rights, which vary from state to state, province to province, or country to country.
Are Personal Injuries Covered
In the event you, someone working for you, or any other person sustain a personal injury as a result of using the
PETOL GEARENCH tool, PETOL GEARENCH limits its potential liability for such a claim or injury to the
fullest extent allowed by law, and disclaims and denies any liability for such personal injury.
Please be advised that some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for personal injuries, so the
above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you, or the individual claiming injury.
No Other Express Warranty Applies
This PETOL GEARENCH LIMITED WARRANTY is the sole and exclusive warranty, express or implied for
PETOL GEARENCH products. No employee, agent, dealer or other person is authorized to alter, modify, expand
or reduce the terms of this warranty or to make any other warranty on behalf of PETOL GEARENCH.
Law Applicable
All matters related to the sale and/or use of the PETOL GEARENCH tool that is the subject of this limited
warranty, along with the construction and enforcement of the terms of this limited warranty itself, shall be subject
to the substantive and procedural laws of the state of Texas, not the conflicts of laws provisions of Texas, but
rather the laws of Texas themselves.

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Forum Selection Clause
Any dispute arising out of the sale and/or use of the PETOL GEARENCH tool that is the subject of
this limited warranty shall be presented in the form of a claim or lawsuit to the offices of PETOL
GEARENCH in Clifton, Bosque County, Texas. No claim or suit may be brought against PETOL
GEARENCH, arising out of the sale and/or use of the tool, or arising out of the terms of this warranty,
except in such forum. Purchase and/or use of the PETOL GEARENCH tool makes you subject to the
benefits and limitations of this limited warranty. Accordingly, any writ, judgment or other enforcement,
obtained from a jurisdiction, county, parish, state or federal court or other country, other than from the
forum identified above, shall be void and unenforceable against PETOL GEARENCH.
Arbitration Clause
In the event of dispute or claim arises out of the sale and/or use of the PETOL GEARENCH tool that is the subject
of this limited warranty, or arises out of the interpretation or enforcement of the terms and conditions of this
limited warranty, such dispute shall be submitted to binding arbitration pursuant to the rules of the American
Arbitration Association. If required to accomplish the purpose of this Arbitration clause, the purchaser hereby
expressly waives any right to demand trial by jury.
Complete Agreement
This express limited warranty contains the entire agreement regarding express or implied warranties related to the
PETOL GEARENCH tool that is the subject of it. No writing or language contained in the purchase order or any
other document of the purchaser, or invoice of PETOL GEARENCH or any intermediate seller, shall be construed
as modifying, in any way, the rights and liabilities contained in this limited warranty. PETOL GEARENCH
expressly disclaims any obligations expressed in any customer purchase order or document that are contrary to
the terms and limitations of this warranty.
Severability
If any term or limitation contained in this limited warranty is deemed unenforceable by law, then the term shall
be severed from the remaining portions of the limited warranty which shall remain enforceable.
All communications to PETOL GEARENCH regarding the use of the tool and any aspect of the sale of the tool
of this limited warranty should be addressed to PETOL GEARENCH.
PETOL GEARENCH · 4450 S. Highway 6 · P.O. Box 192 · Clifton, TX 76634
Safe Practices and Procedures
Responsibility
"It is the responsibility of the employer to train the employee in the proper selection and usage
of tools, chains, etc., and to ensure that they are selected and used in that manner. In many
instances, injury results because it is assumed that anybody knows how to use common hand
tools. Observations and the record show that this is not the case. A part of every job instruction
program should therefore be detailed training in the proper use of hand tools (and of all other
special tools and equipment needed to accomplish the job)." - (Source: National Safety
Council)
"Employers are responsible for the safe condition of tools and equipment used by employees,
including tools and equipment which may be furnished by employees." - (Source: OSHA
1910.242A)

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Replacement Parts
Use only PETOLTM replacement parts - no other parts are of comparable strength, quality and
interchangeability.
Safety
While we pride ourselves on the quality and dependability that we build into PETOL
GEARENCH tools and products, we caution users that it is only prudent to know and follow
the simple rules of safety when using our products, or anyone else's.
Always follow safe practices and procedures in accordance with the recommendations of
OSHA, The National Safety Council (NSC), The Hand Tools Institute (HTI), The International
Association of Drilling Contractors (IADC), Etc. All applicable Governmental rules,
regulations or restrictions, now in effect or which may be promulgated, take precedence over
the suggestions in this publication. The information in this publication is designed to
supplement standard safe practices and procedures, not in lieu of, or replacement thereof.
Safe Practices
(Source: The National Safety Council)
Failure to observe one or more of the following five safe practices accounts for most hand and
powered tool accidents:
1. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GOGGLES TO PROTECT EYES
2. SELECT THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB
3. KEEP TOOLS IN GOOD CONDITION
4. USE TOOLS CORRECTLY
5. KEEP TOOLS IN A SAFE PLACE
Safety Goggles must always be worn by persons in any area where hand and powered tools are
being used.
Never apply excess leverage to a wrench or tool by means of a "Cheater Bar". Never strike
wrenches and tools with hammers or other objects.
All tools should be kept clean, inspected on a regular basis, and replaced when they show signs
of wear.
Be especially careful not to place yourself in a position that could result in bodily injury in the
event of a failure. Brace yourself firmly and pull rather than push when wrenching. (If
necessary, to push, do so with the flat of the hand rather than gripping around the wrench.)
Never stand under or near loads being hoisted off the ground.
READ SAFE PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES MANUAL, CATALOG INFORMATION
AND PRODUCT LABELING PRIOR TO OPERATION.

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Safety Sources and Publications
In the interest of Safety the following sources of Safety information is furnished:
The Hand Tools Institute (HTI)
25 North Broadway
Tarrytown, New York 10591
[phone]
www.hti.org
The National Safety Council (NSC)
1121 Spring Lake Drive
Itasca, Illinois 60143-3201
[phone]
www.nsc.org
International Safety Council
1121 Spring Lake Drive
Itasca, Illinois 60143-3201
[phone]
Responsibility of Distributors
IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PURCHASERS OF PETOLTM GEARENCH
PRODUCTS TO CONVEY THE INFORMATION IN THIS PUBLICATION AND ANY
OTHER INFORMATION RELATING TO THE INDIVIDUAL PRODUCT, THROUGH
THE CHANNELS OF DISTRIBUTION, DOWN TO AND INCLUDING THE
INDIVIDUAL USING THE PRODUCT
NOTE:
In view of the fact that the actual use determines whether safety requirements have been
met, the ultimate responsibility to comply rests with the end user.
The service life of leaf chains can be altered by a variety of adverse operating conditions.
The following information discusses the most important of these conditions for consideration
when operating or scheduling replacement of leaf chain systems.

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Overloading / Shock Loads / Side Loading
Attempting to “inch loads which are beyond the rated capacity of the tool.
Striking the tool with a hammer or other object while force is being exerted in an attempt to
loosen a “frozen” joint.
Side pull can be caused by pulling or pushing on the tong in a direction that is not along a
perpendicular plane, unleveled mounting of the tong or vise, inadequate support of the part
being broken out, and improper seating of the part being broken out in the tong or vise.
Improper seating will occur when the diameter of the part is not consistent within the width
of the tong or vise jaw.
Environmental Conditions
Wrench chains operate in widely varying environments, from wet outdoor conditions to
mildly or highly corrosive industrial atmospheres. They can also be exposed to abrasives
such as sand or grit.
The possible effects include:
Moisture - Corrosion and rust reduce chain strength by causing pitting and cracking.
Temperature - Very cold temperatures reduce chain strength by embrittlement.
Chemical Solutions or Vapors - Corrosive attack of the chain components’ grain structure
and/or the mechanical connections between the chain components (crevice corrosion)
may occur. Cracking often is microscopic. Propagation to complete failure can be
eventual or sudden.
Abrasives - Accelerated wearing and scoring of the articulating chain members (pins and
plates) may occur, with a corresponding reduction in chain strength. Due to
inaccessibility of the bearing surfaces (pin surfaces and plate apertures), wear and scoring
are not readily noticeable.
These conditions, when coupled with normal chain wear and inherent residual stress
(normally in the chain as constructed), can result in environmentally assisted failure. It is
impossible to predict chain life under complex conditions, as the degree of hostility and its
effects are dependent on many variables such as temperature, time of exposure, concentration
of corrosive atmosphere or medium, degree of abrasive wear, etc. Establishing the degree
and frequency of unpredictable dynamic loading is also difficult.

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Normal Life Expectancy
A leaf chain’s normal life expectancy can be expressed as a maximum percent of elongation.
This is generally between 2% and 3% of pitch. As the chain flexes back and forth, the
bearing joints (pins and inside link plates) gradually wear from articulation. As with all steel
bearing surfaces, the precision hardened steel joints of leaf chain require a constant film of
oil between mating parts to prevent wear and to resist corrosion.
Lubrication
One of the most important but often overlooked factors is adequate lubrication. In addition to
reducing internal friction, maintaining a film of oil on all chain surfaces will inhibit rusting
and corrosion, this is important as corrosion of highly stressed, hardened steel chain
components can cause a major reduction in the load capacity of leaf chain and result in link
plate cracking.
Protection from corrosion is important in storage as well as in service. The factory lubricant
applied to PETOLTM Chain is a “Fingerprint Neutralizing Water-Displacing Corrosion
Preventative.” This is an excellent rust and corrosion inhibitor for chains in storage.
Do not attempt to paint chains. Though painting may help inhibit corrosion, it will seal off
critical clearances and restricts oil from reaching the pin surfaces where it is needed for good
joint lubrication. Do not plate chains or chain components. Highly stressed alloy steel
components are subject to hydrogen embrittlement caused by plating. Periodic relubrication
of chains is the most important factor in extending the life of the chains. There is no lubricant
that is ideal for all situations.
A heavy oil lubricant provides excellent protection during prolonged storage, but is messy to
apply, will attract dirt and other contaminants and is messy to use. These contaminants could
lead to premature abrasive wear of the moving components. When operating in dusty
environments, lubricated chains will accumulate a paste like buildup of grime. At periodic
intervals, this buildup should be removed by cleaning and the chain should be immediately
relubricated. Do not use caustic or acid type cleaners; use a stiff brush and a certified safe
petroleum base solvent.
Light oil-based lubricants penetrate into articulated joints easily but can also be washed off or
rubbed off during use. A light oil-based lubricant must have periodic reapplication of the
lubricant to maintain coverage.
Specialty chain lubricants (wax-based) provide excellent lubrication. They have no oily
residue. They are easy to apply. They can be more expensive than other lubricants and are
subject to being washed off or worn off. Wax-based lubricants must have periodic
reapplication of the lubricant to maintain coverage.
The frequency of relubrication is the most important factor. It will depend on frequency of
use, length of storage between uses, exposure to dust and other contaminants, and exposure to
salt water or other corrosion accelerants. The end user should establish a good preventative
maintenance program for relubrication of all chains and articulated components.

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Periodic Inspection List for PETOLTM Special Chain

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Safety Precautions
1. Always wear safety goggles to protect eyes.
2. Select the right tool for the job.
3. Keep tools in good condition.
4. Use tools correctly.
5. Keep tools in a safe place.
6. Wear protective clothing, gloves and safety shoes as appropriate.
7. Use lengths of assembled chain. Do not build lengths from individual components.
8. Do not attempt to rework damaged chain by replacing only the components obviously
faulty. The entire chain may be compromised and should be discarded.
9. Never electroplate assembled leaf chains or components. Plating will result in failure
from hydrogen embrittlement.
10. Do not weld any chain or component. Welding spatter should never be allowed to
come into contact with chain or components.
11. Leaf chains are manufactured exclusively from heat-treated steels and therefore must
not be annealed. If heating a chain with a cutting torch is absolutely necessary for
removal, the chain must not be reused.
12. Inspect chains frequently and regularly for link plate cracking, pin turning, pin
protrusion and corrosion.
13. Use only PETOL replacement parts to ensure proper strength.

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Operation
The typical application of one Bukup Tong is shown in the figure below. Normally backup
will be provided by an additional tong or by a vise. The backup tong or vise is not shown for
clarity. The tong will exert torque when the line is pulled as shown below. The tong will
ratchet when the tong is moved in the opposite direction. Ratcheting is used when the tong
must be pulled more than once to completely makeup or breakout the connection.
WARNING: The pipe must be constrained to prevent excessive deflection of the
pipe. Excessive deflection of the pipe could lead to side loading. Side loading will
result in premature failure of the tong and/or chain which may result in injury or
death.
WARNING: Do not actuate the tong with an overhead bridge crane unless the
crane is guarded from derailing. Sudden release of energy, such as when a
connection is broken loose, can cause an overhead bridge crane to spring upwards
resulting in the crane derailing. Derailing of an overhead crane may result in the
crane falling to the floor resulting in injury or death.

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Chain Adjustment
Position the tong onto the pipe. Wrap the chain around the pipe and latch into the jaw as
shown in the figure below. Tighten the chain screw nut as tight as possible while still being
able to latch onto the jaw. Verify that the flat of the chain screw does not contact the pipe.
Contact with the pipe will cause premature failure of the chain screw. If the chain screw
contacts the pipe, add a section of chain.

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Chain Identification Guide

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Chain Selection
The following table lists the diameter range of all chain assemblies used with this tong.
Chain
Min Dia.
(inches)
Max Dia.
(inches)
181-45-09BL
5-1/2
7
181-45-11BL
7-1/8
8-1/2
181-45-13BL
8-5/8
10
181-45-15BL
10-1/8
11-1/2
181-45-17BL
11-5/8
13
181-45-19BL
13-1/8
14-1/2
181-45-21BL
14-5/8
16
181-45-23BL
16-1/8
17-1/2
181-45-25BL
17-5/8
19
181-45-27BL
19-1/8
20

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Dimensions

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Torque and Diameter Capacity
The following table lists the maximum working torques and the corresponding handle loads
for the diameter range of the tong.
Diameter
Torque
Arm
Length
(inches)
Maximum
Torque
(foot-pounds)
Maximum
Line Pull
(pounds)
5
54.09
90,000
20,000
6
54.23
90,000
19,900
7
54.52
90,000
19,800
8
54.81
90,000
19,700
9
55.10
90,000
19,600
10
55.39
90,000
19,500
11
55.68
90,000
19,400
12
55.96
90,000
19,300
13
56.25
90,000
19,200
14
56.54
90,000
19,100
15
56.83
90,000
19,000
16
57.12
90,000
18,900
17
57.41
90,000
18,800
18
57.70
90,000
18,700
19
57.98
90,000
18,600
20
58.27
90,000
18,500
WARNING: Under no circumstances should the maximum working load be
exceeded. Overloading may result in injury or death. Always use a load cell or
other calibrated indicating device to monitor the line pull on the tong to avoid an
overload.

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Torque – Handle Load Formulas
The following formula is used to determine the handle force required to produce a known
torque:
F = T / (0.0241*D + 4.375)
Where F is the handle force in pounds, T is the desired torque in foot-pounds and, D is the
diameter in inches. To find the torque produced from an observed handle force, use the
following formula:
T = F * (0.0241*D + 4.375)
Where F is the handle force in pounds, T is the produced torque in foot-pounds and, D is the
diameter in inches.

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Parts List
The following drawings, diagrams, and parts lists describe all parts, which may be needed as
replacement items.
All tong components are manufactured only by PETOLTM GEARENCH.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SUBSTITUTE THESE COMPONENTS. The
tong will not work properly unless these components are matched to the
specific application. Consult our factory as your requirements change. Any
non-PETOL substitutions of these components void all warranties and
subject the user to assumption of liabilities resulting from subsequent use.
Tong Assembly Parts List

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Tong Assembly Parts List
Item
Qty.
Part Number
Description
1
1
BH118
Handle
2
1
BJ118
Jaw
3
1
HP048
Jaw-handle pin with retaining ring
4
1
HXRR175
Jaw-handle retaining ring only
5
4
HI10D
Diamond point insert (standard)
6
4
HP904
Insert key
7
4
HS21
Insert key spring
8
1
HP046
Master link – handle pin
9
1
See tables
Chain assembly