TenarisHydril Blue Dopeless 3.0 User manual

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RUNNING MANUAL
TenarisHydril CONNECTION SPECIFIC RUNNING GUIDELINES Blue®Dopeless®3.0/3.1 Connection
IDM Code GDL37132/3 / December 2022
TenarisHydril
Blue®Dopeless®
3.0/3.1 Connection
Scope
These guidelines apply specifically to the use of
TenarisHydril Blue®Dopeless®3.0/3.1 connections.
This document should be used in conjunction with
the TenarisHydril Running Manual, which is the main
document applicable to the running of all TenarisHydril
Premium Connections. Tenaris Field Service
Representatives can modify these guidelines when
circumstances dictate. Implementation will only occur
if the Representative deems the modification to be
non-detrimental to product integrity. All modifications
need to be clearly explained and agreed with the
client representative prior to implementation and fully
documented in the running report.
References
.FTD29356 - Premium Connection Approved Thread
Compounds
.GDL31457 - Recommended guidelines for the field
inspection of TenarisHydril connections.
Equipment, Material & Documents
1. Identify the product involved including the version of
Dope-free technology and all accessories connections.
2. Latest version of the specific Product Data Sheet
can be obtained from Tenaris web site. In case this
is unavailable, request the data sheet from the local

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RUNNING MANUAL
TenarisHydril CONNECTION SPECIFIC RUNNING GUIDELINES Blue®Dopeless®3.0/3.1 Connection
Technical Sales Representative or contact-tenarishydril@
tenaris.com. Dopeless®3.0/3.1 technology does not
require the use of thread compounds.
3. The use of a torque-turn computer monitoring
system is strongly recommended to be used to make
up TenarisHydril Blue®Dopeless®3.0/3.1 connections.
4. In case assemblies in the job demands the use
of thread compound verify the appropriate thread
compound is available in accordance with FTD29356.
Pre-Running
1. Never move or handle pipe without the correct
thread protectors securely in place.
2. Ensure connections are clean and free of all debris
and / or contaminants, cleaning methods employed
should conform to the recommendations contained
within the TenarisHydril running Manual.
3. Verify all pipe and accessories have genuine
TenarisHydril manufactured connections.
4. Visually inspect thread and seal areas prior to
running, ensuring no damage is evident.
5. Check condition of both pin and box coating
ensuring no peel off or degradation has occurred.
6. Verify the compatibility of the TenarisHydril Blue®
Dopeless®3.0/3.1 pipe with accessories such as cement
heads, safety valves, cross overs, etc.
7. Connection weight interchange compatibility is
indicated in the data sheet.
8. Verify material grade of all accessories ensuring
compatibility with main string.

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RUNNING MANUAL
TenarisHydril
IDM Code GDL37132/3 / December 2022
CONNECTION SPECIFIC RUNNING GUIDELINES Blue®Dopeless®3.0/3.1 Connection
Blue®Dopeless® 3.0/3.1 Conguration
5 TPI ≤ 5 ½"
4 TPI > 5 ½"
SEAL
DopE pockEt
torquE ShouLDEr

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RUNNING MANUAL
TenarisHydril CONNECTION SPECIFIC RUNNING GUIDELINES Blue®Dopeless®3.0/3.1 Connection
Inspection
1. Inspection criteria for all TenarisHydril connections
is as outlined in the Field Service Operative Guideline
GDL31457.
2. Pay particular attention to seal areas.
3. Ensure the pin nose has no tears, gouges or raised
metal.
4. Ensure the pin and box torque shoulders have no
dents, tears or raised material which could interfere
with correct assembly.
5. Repair of Dopeless®3.0/3.1 in the field is limited to
Field Services Representative or full refurbishment at
Qualified Dopeless®facilities.
Thread Compound Application
1. The application of thread compound is not required
to assemble connections with Dopeless®3.0/3.1
technology.

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RUNNING MANUAL
TenarisHydril
IDM Code GDL37132/3 / December 2022
CONNECTION SPECIFIC RUNNING GUIDELINES Blue®Dopeless®3.0/3.1 Connection
Blue®Dopeless®3.0/3.1 Technology
1. TenarisHydril Blue®Dopeless®3.0/3.1 connections
do not require the application of thread compound
for make-up.
2. If for whatever reason thread compound has
to be applied to TenarisHydril Blue®Dopeless®
3.0/3.1 connections, whether both pin and box
are Dopeless®3.0/3.1 or when mixing a standard
connection with Dopeless®3.0/3.1, apply thread
compound as indicated below.
.Apply a very thin coating of thread compound on
all pin threads, seal and pin nose.
.Apply a thin layer of thread compound to the box
seal.
3. Use the following instructions for mixed
assemblies: