Directional-Specific TCI Drill-Bit Design Features Allow for High Penetration Rates and Improved Durability in Tough Build Sections in Canadian Applications
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Abstract
Abstract Regions of western Canada comprise tough interbedded formations of hard sandstone, siltstone, shale and chert, which create great challenges for directional drilling applications. Historically, using conventional tungsten carbide insert (TCI) rollercone drill bits to drill a directionally placed wellbore trajectory has resulted in low penetration rates and short runs due to the impact of high cyclic loading and damaging hole-wall contact on the bits. With WOB being preferentially loaded on the heel and adjacent heel area of the roller cone cutting structure during directional drilling, cutting structure breakdown is accelerated and seal failures occur. Additionally, rigorous hole-wall contact increases gauge and shirttail wear. Extensive research, testing, and development have produced TCI rollercone bit designs that have addressed these major challenges. A multitude of design iterations have resulted in a new TCI rollercone drill bit that includes innovative cutting structures for improved durability and ROP, enhanced OD and leg protection to ensure bearing integrity and gauge-holding ability, and stronger materials and processes to withstand high cyclic loading of directional drilling. Drill bits designed with these features have been successful in increasing average footage per run by 121% while improving penetration rates modestly vs. offset drill bit runs in the western Canadian regions, which include Saskatchewan, Alberta, and British Columbia. Additionally, one-bit runs, as opposed to two or three, are now possible in builds to horizontal in many applications, thus reducing overall drilling time by over 25%, and significantly reducing drilling costs. This paper will detail the directional TCI rollercone drill bit design features and technologies used as well as field results and case studies from Canadian-specific markets.
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