Blohm+Voss Pipe Handling Equipment

Elevator Links
Technical Documentation
Original instructions
1.3/4 (150 sh tons/set)
2.1/4 (250 sh tons/set)
2.3/4 (350 sh tons/set)
3.1/2 (500 sh tons/set)
4.3/4 (750 sh tons/set)
5.1/2 (1000 sh tons/set)

Manual PN134048-D Rev. 005, 26052010

6.1/2 (1380 sh tons/set)

A Company
of ThyssenKrupp
Marine Systems

Blohm + Voss Repair

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GENERAL INFORMATION
Warnings and Note
WARNING: A warning
indicates a definite risk of
equipment damage or danger
to personnel. Failure to
observe and follow proper
procedures could result
in serious or fatal injury
to personnel, significant
property loss, or significant
equipment damage.

NOTE: A note indicates

that additional information is
provided about the current
topics.
WARNING: This technical
documentation contains
instructions on safety,
installation, operation and
maintenance for the Blohm
+ Voss Repair GmbH tool
. It must be studied before
working with the tool.

Intended use of this

manual
This manual is intended
for use by field service,
engineering, installation,
operation, and repair
personnel. Every effort has
been made to ensure the
accuracy of the information
contained herein. Blohm
+ Voss Repair GmbH, will
not be held liable for errors
in this material, or for
consequences arising from
misuse of this material.
Anyone using service
procedures or tools, whether
or not recommended by
Blohm + Voss Repair GmbH,
must be thoroughly satisfied
that neither personal safety
nor equipment safety will be
jeopardized.

Intellectual property

CE Marking

All rights retained. No part

of this document may be
reproduced in any form
(print, photocopy, microfilm
or any other procedure)
or be processed using an
electronic system without
written approval of Blohm +
Voss Repair GmbH.
All information contained
in this manual is based
upon the latest product
information available at any
time of printing.
Dependent on ongoing
technical improvements
(ISO 9001) Blohm + Voss
Repair GmbH reserves the
right to change the design
and specifications without
announcement.
The values specified in
this manual represent the
nominal values of a unit
produced in series. Slight
deviations in the case of
the individual devices are
possible.

The tool complies with the

Machinery Directive
98/37/EC and 2006/42/EC.

NOTE: In the event of

problems that cannot be
solved with the aid of this
manual, please contact
one of the addresses listed
below.

For machines containing

any hydraulic or pneumatic
powered parts, the Directive
94/9/EC Equipment
and protective systems
in potentially explosive
atmospheres applies.
The marking is as follows:
CE Ex II 2G T5 (hydraulic
tools) or CE Ex II 2G T6
(pneumatic tools).

Limited Warranty
The warranty provided will be
void if the tool is either:
1. Repaired or serviced by
a service facility which
was not authorised by
Blohm + Voss Repair
GmbH.
2. Replacement parts not
manufactured by Blohm
+ Voss Repair GmbH are
used.
3. Modifications were made
to the tool which were
not approved by Blohm
+ Voss Repair GmbH.

Manufacturer & Agents World wide

Blohm + Voss Repair GmbH
Oil Tool Division
Hermann-Blohm-Strae 2
20457 Hamburg
Germany

Blohm + Voss Oil Tools, LLC

7670 Woodway, Suite 266
Houston,
Texas 77063
United States of America

Premier Sea & Land Pte. Ltd.

1, Scotts Road
#19-12 Shaw Centre
Singapore 228208
Republic of Singapore

Woodhouse International LLC

Phone: +49(0)40/3119-1826/1162
Fax: +49(0)40/3119-8194
info@blohmvoss-oiltools.com
www.blohmvoss-oiltools.com

Phone: +1-713-952 0266

Fax: +1-713-952 2807
bvot@tyssenkrupp.com
www.blohmvoss-oiltools.com

Phone: +65-6734-7177
Fax: +65-6734-9115
enquiries@premier-ips.com.sg

Phone: +04-3472300
Fax: +04-3474642
woodhouse@emirates.net.ae

PO Box 23724
Dubai
United Arab Emirates

General safety issues

WARNING: One should avoid
creating ignition sources, like
heat, as a result of the use of
the tool with other tools or
equipment.

WARNING: Do not use the tool

for any other purpose than
given in this document within its
specification.
WARNING: Failure to conduct
routine maintenance could
result in equipment damage or
injury to personnel.
WARNING: The tool must only
be serviced by trained and by
an Blohm + Voss Repair GmbH
authorized personnel.

WARNING: Wear personal

protection equipment while
working with the equipment.
WARNING: All warning plates,
signs and labels attached to
the equipment must be observed.
The warning plates, signs and
labels must be present on the
tool. Do not remove the labels.
If they are missing, replacing is
mandatory.
WARNING: Any modification to
the tool carried out without
the approval of Blohm + Voss
Repair GmbH will void any
warranty.

WARNING: Using the tool with

damaged or worn parts can
create serious incidents.

WARNING: It is not allowed to

use any components which are
of "non-B+V" origine, or use
"non-OEM" parts which are not
approved by B+V. It will void
any warranty and may effect
the correct functioning of the
tool and it's safety features.

EC-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We,

Blohm + Voss Repair GmbH

Oil Tool Division
Hermann-Blohm-Strasse 2
20457 Hamburg
Phone:+49(0)40 3119-1139
Fax:+49(0)40 3119-3305

declare that the product

Elevator links
which is the subject of this declaration, is in conformity with the following standard(s) or normative documents

98/37/EC:
Machinery Directive
DIN EN ISO 12100 :
Safety of machinery, part 1 and 2
DIN EN ISO 14121-1:
Safety of machinery, Risk assessment
Directive 94/9/EC:
Devices and protection systems for intended use in explosive areas
ISO 13535:2002/API 8C:
Petroleum and natural gas industries-Drilling and production equipment-Hoisting

equipment

TABLE OF CONTENTS

EC-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. DESCRIPTION

General description
Capacity and weight
Identification number
Dimensions
Main dimensions of Elevator Links
Temperature range

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8
8
9
10
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2. INSTALLATION

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Lifting
Installation restrictions

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12

3. OPERATION

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Extreme Low Temperature

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4. MAINTENANCE & INSPECTION

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General
Deterioration of equipment
Records
Dismantling
Cleaning
Inspection Procedure
Inspection categories acc. to API RP 8B
Frequency
Periodic inspection
Non-periodic inspection
Inspection
Critical Load Inspection
Dismantling Inspection
Inspection check lists
Check Category I (Ongoing observation)
Check List Category II (Daily)
Check List Category III (every 6 months)
Check List Category IV (every year)
Measuring of wear
Beyond Repair
Use of Worn Elevator Links
Capacity of worn Elevator Link sets
Explanation how to use the table above

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DESCRIPTION

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2
2
2
2
2
3

INSTALLATION

Warnings and Note

Intended use of this manual
Intellectual property
Manufacturer & Agents World wide
CE Marking
Limited Warranty
General safety issues

OPERATIONS

MAINTENANCE
&INSPECTION

GENERAL INFORMATION

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Table of contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DESCRIPTION

INSTALLATION

OPERATIONS

MAINTENANCE
&INSPECTION

DESCRIPTION

DESCRIPTION

1. DESCRIPTION
General description
Elevator links are designed to hang elevators. They are to
be used for their designated purpose only. The links are
available in 150, 250, 350, 500, 750, 1000 and 1380 mton
ratings.

Capacity and weight

DESCRIPTION

Elevator Link PN

Size

Rated capacity (ton)

Weight (kg / lbs)

134048-Y

1.3/4" x 48"

150

154 / 340

12" increases

150

18 / 40

134144-Y

1.3/4" x 144"

150

298 / 655

214048-Y

2.1/4" x 48"

250

180 / 396

12" increases

250

23 / 51

214180-Y

2.1/4" x 180"

250

433 / 953

214240-Y

2.1/4" x 240" (20 ft)

250

544 / 1197

214360-Y

2.1/4" x 360" (30 ft)

250

780 / 1720

214480-Y

2.1/4" x 480" (40 ft)

250

1000 / 2205

234048-Y

2.3/4" x 48"

350

270 / 594

12" increases

350

29 / 64

234216-Y

2.3/4" x 216"

350

734 / 1615

234240-Y

2.3/4" x 240" (25 ft)

350

790 / 1742

60 " (5 ft) increases

350

145 / 320

234600-Y

2.3/4" x 600" (50 ft)

350

1766 / 3894

312072-Y

3.1/2" x 72"

500

478 / 1050

12" increases

500

52 / 115

312216-Y

3.1/2" x 216"

500

1102 / 2425

312240-Y

3.1/2" x 240" (20 ft)

500

1200 / 2640

60" (5 ft) increases

500

260 / 575

312660-Y

3.1/2" x 660" (55 ft)

500

3236 / 7135

434108-Y

4.3/4" x 108"

750

1030 / 2265

12" increases

750

76 / 170

434216-Y

4.3/4" x 216"

750

1714 / 3770

434240-Y

4.3/4" x 240" (20 ft)

750

1862 / 4105

60" (5 ft) increases

750

380 / 838

434660-Y

4.3/4" x 660" (55 ft)

750

4514 / 9552

512180-Y

5.1/2" x 180"

1000

2630 / 5786

612180-Y

6.1/2" x 180"

1380

3580/7876

For the 1000 and 1380 ton elevator links other sizes can be
obtained upon request.

Identification number
Every Elevator link should have an idenification number. This
number is stamped near an eye.

1.3/4"

2.1/4"-3.1/2"

4.3/4"

5.1/2"

UPPER EYE

f
e
length as ordered
b

DESCRIPTION

g
d

6.1/2"

Dimensions
LOWER EYE

Main dimensions of Elevator Links

Size

1.3/4

1.3/4

5.1/2

2.7/8

13.3/8

3.1/2

8.3/4

2.1/4

2.1/4

5.1/2

2.7/8

10.1/4

14

2.3/4

2.3/4

5.1/2

8.1/2

3.1/2

9.3/8

11.3/4

5.1/4

15.3/4

3.1/2

3.1/2

6.3/4

9.1/2

4.1/2

9.1/2

12

17

4.3/4

4.3/4

10

15.1/2

5.1/2

10

15.1/2

4.3/4

19.1/2

5.1/2

8.3/16

17.1/2

5.29/32

15.3/4

8.3/16

25.1/2

6.1/2

13.25/32

11.1/2

25.25/64

6.45/64

11.1/2

25.25/64

13.25/32

29.9/32

DESCRIPTION

Temperature range
Links
Temperature working range ambient
* If not otherwise stated in the databook.

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- 20 C to + 80 C *
- 4 F to 176 F *

INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION

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2. INSTALLATION
Lifting
Lift the elevator links by means of a
crane.
The lifting procedures should be
carefully observed!

Installation restrictions
The elevator link is to be used as a
connecting element beween hook and
elevator. It must never by used for
any other purpose. Never exceed the
designated load.

INSTALLATION
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OPERATIONS

OPERATIONS

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3. OPERATION
Extreme Low
Temperature
Ratings have been established at a
temperature of minus 20C. The effect
of low temperature on steel must be
recognized although no changes in design
safety factors have been provided. When
operating at low temperatures, caution
must be exercised to take into account the
lower impact capabilities of many steels
which are typically employed. The risk of
failure may be reduced by a critical load
inspection.

OPERATIONS
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4. MAINTENANCE & INSPECTION

General

Dismantling

If cracks, excessive wear etc. is

recognised, contact Blohm + Voss Repair
GmbH or an authorised service company.
Weldings of the castings should be done
only by Blohm + Voss Repair GmbH or an
authorised service company in according
to Blohm + Voss welding procedure.

The elevator links should be dismantled

from the rig and inspected in a
usitably equipped facility for excessive
wear, cracks, flaws or deformation.
Corrections should be made in
accordance with recommendations
which can be obtained from Blohm +
Voss.

Deterioration of
equipment
Normal wear in course of use will
eventually reduce the capability of the
elevator links. The existence or cracks, or
the appearance of defects, can indicate
severe deterioration, even impending
failure, and prompt attention is required
either to remove the elevator link from
service immediately, or to undertake
appropriate repair as required.

Records

MAINTENANCE
&INSPECTION

Inspection procedure are listed in this

recommended practice and generalized
sketches of the elevator links showing
points to be inspected are to be provided.
Written records should be maintained
which accurately record the inspection
and maintenance history of each elevator
link. Records should include the date,
personnel involved, and results of each
inspection or maintenance procedure
performed.
WARNING: Never weld on Elevator Links!

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Cleaning
Before inspection, all foreign material
such as dirt, paint, grease, oil, scale,
etc. should be removed from the areas
to be inspected by a suitable method.

Inspection Procedure
The inspection should be made by
trained, competent personnel.

Inspection categories acc. to API RP 8B

Category II
This is Category I inspection plus
further inspection for corrosion,
deformation, loose or missing
components, deterioration, proper
lubrication, visible external cracks, and
adjustment.
Category II may involve some
disassembly to access specific
components and to identify wear that
exceeds the allowable tolerances.
Category III
This is Category II inspection plus
further inspection, which should include
NDT of critical areas and may involve
some disassembly to access specific
components and to identify wear that
exceeds the allowable tolerances.
Prior to inspection, all foreign material
such as dirt, paint, grease, oil, scale,
etc. shall be removed from the
concerned parts by a suitable method
(e.g. paint-stripping, steam-cleaning,
grit-blasting).
Category IV
This is Category III inspection plus
further inspection for which the
equipment is disassembled to the
extent necessary to conduct NDT of all
primary-load-carrying components.

Equipment shall be:

disassembled in a suitableequipped facility to the extent
necessary to permit full
inspection of all primary-loadcarrying components and other
components that are critical to the
equipment.
inspected for excessive wear,
cracks, flaws and deformation.
Procedure:
Corrections shall be made
in accordance with the
manufacturers recommendations.
Prior to inspection, all foreign
material such as dirt, paint, grease,
oil, scale, etc. shall be removed
from the concerned parts by
a suitable method (e.g. paintstripping, steam-cleaning, gritblasting)

Frequency
Periodic inspection
The recommended schedule for
inspection of all kind of
Elevators:
Daily:
I+II
6 Monthly:
III
1 Year:
IV
Spiders:
Daily:
Weekly:
6 Monthly:
1 Year:

I
II
III
IV

Power Slips:
Daily:
Weekly:
6 Monthly:
2 Year:

I
II
III
IV

The recommended frequencies apply

for equipment in use during the
specified period.
The inspection frequencies are only
recommendations. The schedule of
inspection heavily depends on the
following factors:
environment
load cycles
regulatory requirements
operating time
testing
repairs
re manufacture

Non-periodic inspection
A complete, on-job, shut-down
inspection equivalent to the periodical
Category III or Category IV should be
made before (if anticipated) and after
critical jobs (e.g., running heavy casing
/ drill strings, jarring, pulling on stuck
pipes and/or operating at extreme low
temperatures) <-20 C (<-4 F).

Inspection
A thorough inspection should be
carried out periodically (every 3
months) or as special circumstances
may require. Before starting an
inspection disconnect hydraulic/
pneumatic system and remove
all foreign materials (dirt, paint,
grease Oil, scale, etc.) from surface
by a suitable method. After a field
inspection, it is advisable to record the
extent of testing and testing results.
Conduct the periodic or critical load
inspection in the field by the crew with
the supervisor.
If cracks, excessive wear etc. is
recognized, contact Blohm + Voss
Repair GmbH or an authorized service
company.

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&INSPECTION

Category I
This category involves observing
the equipment during operation for
indications of inadequate performance.
When in use, equipment shall be
visually inspected on a daily basis
for cracks, loose fits or connections,
elongation of part, and other signs of
wear, corrosion or overloading. Any
parts found to show cracks, excessive
wear, etc., shall be removed from
service for further examination.
The equipment shall be visually
inspected by a person knowledgeable
in that equipment and its function.

Critical Load Inspection

Critical loads may occur. For example:
impact loads such as jarring, pulling on
stuck pipe, etc. If critical loads occurred
unexpectedly, conduct the inspection
immediately.

Dismantling Inspection
Generally, when the equipment returns
to base, warehouse, etc. Carry out
the Tool inspection, immediately.
Furthermore, control it prior to its being
sent on the next job.
The Tool should be dismantled and
inspected in a suitably equipped
facility for excessive wear, cracks,
flaws or deformations.
Corrections should be made in
accordance with recommendations
which can be obtained from Blohm
+ Voss Repair GmbH.
Weldings at the castings should be
done only by Blohm + Voss Repair
GmbH or an authorized service
company in according to Blohm +
Voss welding procedure.
When need is shown in a field
inspection, dismantle the Tool and
arrange an inspection in a suitably
equipped facility.
Springs should be carefully visually
inspected for excessive wear and
obvious weakness.

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&INSPECTION
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Inspection check lists

CHECK LIST FRONT PAGE

TYPE OF EQUIPMENT
SERIAL NUMBER
PART NUMBER
SUPERVISOR
DATE OF INSPECTION
INSPECTION CATEGORY

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PLACE OF INSPECTION

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Check Category I (Ongoing observation)

Observe during operation for inadequate performance.

Check List Category II (Daily)

CHECK FOR THE FOLLOWING GENERAL ISSUES (but not limited to):
DESCRIPTION
1
Complete front page of check list for the records.
2
Check functioning of elevator links as a whole.
Remarks

CHECKED SIGNATURE
OK
OK

CHECK FOR CRACKS, ELONGATION, DAMAGE AND CORROSION, ESPECIALLY FOR (but not limited to):
DESCRIPTION
CHECKED SIGNATURE
1
Eyes.
OK
2
Link body.
OK
Remarks

Check List Category III (every 6 months)

GENERAL
DESCRIPTION
1
Carry out an Category II inspection.
2
NDT (MPI) critical areas. Some disassembly may be needed to do so.
3
Check parts for wear according to allowable tolerances.
Remarks

CHECKED SIGNATURE
OK
OK
OK

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Check List Category IV (every year)

GENERAL
DESCRIPTION
1
Carry out an Category III inspection.
NDT (MPI) critical areas and load bearing components. Dismantle link to do
2
so.
Remarks

_________________________________________________________
SUPERVISOR
DATE

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CHECKED SIGNATURE
OK
OK

Measuring of wear
LOWER EYE

g
d

6.1/2"

UPPER EYE

length as ordered

1.3/4"

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&INSPECTION

2.1/4"-3.1/2"

4.3/4"

5.1/2"

Beyond Repair
If the elevator link is defective beyond
repair, it should be destroyed immediately.
Even if one elevator link of a set is beyond
repair both elevator inks have to be
destroyed.

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Use of Worn Elevator Links

It is possible to approximately downrate elevator links due to wear. The following figures indicate the rating on new links and
the decrease in rating by steps as the links are worn.
A periodic check should be made of worn diameters, particularly when weight levels may be involved. If a question exists
as to proper rating after use, particularly if there is evidence of other damage, such as cracks, Blohm + Voss should be
contacted.

Capacity of worn Elevator Link sets

1.3/4-150 tons
Dimension f
Dimension x
Capacity per set

2.1/4-250 tons

[in]

3.1/2

3.3/8

3.1/4

3.1/8

4.3/4

4.5/8

4.1/2

[mm]

88,9

85,7

82,60

79,4

127

120,7

117,5

114,3

[in]

1.3/4

1.5/8

1.9/16

1.1/2

2.1/4

2.1/8

2.1/16

[mm]

50

46,8

45,2

43,6

57,2

54,0

52,4

50,8

[ton]

150

125

110

100

250

210

188

175

10 daN

135

112

98

89

222

185

168

155

2.3/4-350 tons
Dimension f
Dimension x
Capacity per set

3.1/2-500 tons

[in]

4.3/4

4.5/8

4.1/2

5.5/8

5.1/4

5.3/16

[mm]

127

120,7

117,5

114,3

152,4

142,9

133,4

131,8

[in]

2.3/4

2.5/8

2.1/2

2.7/16

3.1/2

3.1/4

2.7/8

[mm]

69,9

66,7

63,5

61,9

88,9

82,6

76,2

73,0

[ton]

350

290

262

245

500

440

375

345

10 daN

312

258

234

213

445

392

334

308

4.3/4-750 tons
Dimension f
Dimension x
Capacity per set

5.1/2-1000 tons

[in]

4.1/2

4.3/8

4.1/4

4.1/8

8. 3/16

7.3/4

7.5/8

7.1/2

[mm]

114,0

111,1

107,9

104,7

208,0

196,8

193,6

190,5

[in]

4.1/2

4.3/8

4.1/4

4.1/8

8.3/16

7.3/4

7.5/8

7.1/2

[mm]

114,0

111,1

107,9

104,7

208,0

196,8

193,6

190,5

[ton]

750,0

664,82

622,12

586,35

1000,00

937,00

919,00

902,00

10 daN

670

594

555

524

893

837

821

805

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6.1/2-1380 tons
Dimension f
Dimension x
Capacity per set

[in]

13.3/4

13.5/8

13.1/4

13.3/16

[mm]

350,0

346,0

336,5

334,9

[in]

13.3/4

13.5/8

13.1/4

13.3/16

[mm]

350,0

346,0

336,5

334,9

[ton]

1380,00

1351,00

1293,00

1283,00

10 daN

1232

1206

1154

1146

Explanation how to use the table above

Example: a 3.1/2-500t elevator link with an actual dimension f of 5.7/8(149,2 mm) can be used with the full rated load 500
tons per set (as long as dimension f is bigger than 5.5/8). If the dimension is equal or smaller than 5.5/8 the links have to
be de-rated.
WARNING: The load capacity of a set of links is based on the load capacity of the weakest eye

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