Field Inspection and Manual Repair of Dopeless Connections

Prepared by: Reviewed by: Tenaris
Approved by:
Esteban De Franceschi Héctor Aguilar Armida Tomás Castiñeiras

Technical Sales Representative Premium Connections Technical Sales Manager
Tenaris Manufacturing Services Specialist Tenaris
Inspection Procedure
Field Inspection and Manual Repair of

Tenaris Dopeless® Connections
Document Number TSH-IP-00.0097

Revision 01
Revision Date 30-Nov-2009
Effective Date 30-Nov-2009
Page(s) 29
This document replaces

TC_IS_04 version 03
This document as well as the information or data contained herein are confidential and shall not be copied, recopied,
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and written permission of Tenaris Connections AG and/or Hydril Company and/or its affiliated companies ("Tenaris").
This document as well as the information or data contained herein are the exclusive property of Tenaris, and are to be
returned upon request therefore. All rights in proprietary and novel features of the subject matter are expressly reserved
by Tenaris. Recipient’s agreement to the foregoing is indicated by acceptance of this document. Copyrighted 2009 as
an unpublished work. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
Document Type Inspection Procedure
Field Inspection and Manual Repair of Tenaris
Dopeless® Connections Revision 01
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1. REVISION HISTORY
Effective
Rev. # Change Referenced Sections Prepared By: Reviewed by: Approved By:
Date
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Document Change
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Scarp
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Disposition of
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Rev. 01
Raw Material X
In Process X
Completed X
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2. PURPOSE
2.1 This document establishes the specific requirements for the field inspection and manual repair of
Tenaris Dopeless® connections at Yard Stocking Points, Service Bases and Rig Sites.
3. PERSONS AFFECTED
3.1 This document is applicable to all:

3.1.1 Tenaris Technical Sales, Premium Connections Manufacturing Services and Field
Services Personnel.
3.1.2 Subcontractors that have been contracted by Tenaris to perform duties in their behalf.
4. REFERENCES
4.1 Not Applicable.
5. DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS
5.1 Not Applicable.
6. RESPONSIBILITIES
6.1 Not Applicable.
7. PERSONNEL QUALIFICATION
7.1 Personnel performing field inspection shall be trained by Tenaris to determine:
· what is acceptable (in good running condition)
· what may be repaired at the location
· what is rejected and needs to be sent to a repair shop for full Dopeless® coating
refurbishment.
7.2 Field repairs shall be performed or supervised by Tenaris’ personnel or by Tenaris specified
personnel from authorized and qualified Licensees and / or Inspection Companies.
8. PROCEDURES
8.1 Technology and Product Identification.

Dopeless® Technology is a completely dry, engineered, multilayer coating applied immediately
after pipe threading that eliminates the use of running compounds for assembling tubular
connections for the application in oil and gas exploration and production providing a “ready-to-
use” product.
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Product’s Configuration
TSH BLUE-DPLS in CARBON STEEL TSH BLUE-DPLS in L8013Cr and CRA
PIN BOX PIN BOX
Seal & Threads &

Blasting Threads Blasting Shoulder
Shoulder Seal
Product A Product A
Manganese Phosphate Ni Strike + Cu Plating
(gray) (gray)
Product B Product D Product B

Blasting
(dark gray) (white) (dark gray)
Product C Product C Product C Product D

(Transparent) (Transparent) (Transparent) (White)
Dopeless® Dopeless® Product C

Dopeless® Protector
Protector Protector (Transparent)
INTEGRAL CONNECTIONS
TSH W563-DPLS in CARBON STEEL
in CARBON STEEL
PIN BOX PIN BOX
Threads & Seal and or

Blasting Threads & Seal Blasting
Shoulder
Product A Product A
Manganese Phosphate Manganese Phosphate
(gray) (gray)
Product B Product D Product B

Product C (Transparent)
(dark gray) (white) (dark gray)
Product C Product C Product C

(Transparent) (Transparent) (Transparent)
Dopeless® Dopeless®
Protector Protector
Page Number 5
Pin Configuration. All connection types (Threaded and Coupled, Integral)
Figure 1: Pin layers’ identification.
Coupling configuration for connections with torque shoulder (Example TSH-Blue).
Figure 2: Box layers’ identification.

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For Carbon Steel: Product D is applicable only to Zone I. Seal and shoulder area (Zone II) are
not coated.
For CRA: Zone I and Zone II shall be covered with Product D. Shoulder area is not coated with
Product D.
Coupling configuration for WedgeTM Coupled connections without shoulder torque

(Example TSH-563).
Figure 3: Box layers’ identification.
Note: Thread crest, thread root and seal surfaces shall be covered with Product D (Zone I).
Box configuration for integral connections (Example TSH-Blue Near Flush; TSH-511;
TSH-513; TSH-521; TSH-523).
Figure 4: Integral Box. Layer’s identification

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8.2 General procedure for visual inspection and manual repair.
8.2.1 Guidelines for Inspection at Yards.

· Follow subsections: cleaning method; visual inspection and repairing steps (points 8.3
and 8.4).
· Use only Products B and C for repairs.
· Products A and D can only be refurbished at Tenaris Licensed Facilities with

Dopeless capability.
· It is recommended that a reception inspection shall be performed at stock locations

upon mill arrival 10% of the pins and 10% of the box ends.
· 100% inspection of both pins and boxes shall be performed on all rig returned
material.
· For material which is already in stock, it is recommended to inspect 10% of the pins
and 10% of the box ends every 6 months.
8.2.2 Guidelines for Inspection at Rig Site.

· Follow subsections: cleaning method; visual inspection and repairing steps (points 8.3
and 8.4).
· Depending on availability of Product B at the Rig Site, connections will be repaired:
o If Product B is available, repair damaged connections when indicated in point

8.4.
o If Product B is NOT available and Point 4.2 indicates repairing with Product B,
segregate damaged connections. It is recommended to send them to a Tenaris
licensed repair shop for Dopeless® coating refurbishment. Refer to:
http://www.tenaris.com/TenarisHydril/en/threaders/default.aspx for licensed
network.
· There’s no need to use Product C for running operations.
· Product A and D can not be refurbished at Rig Sites.
8.3 Cleaning Method.

· If connections arrive in a contaminated condition, they must be cleaned by means of
clean rags and or by low pressure water.
· Do not use high pressure water jet, brushes or any other mechanical methods for
cleaning.
· Do not use solvent or any other chemical cleaning liquid.

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· If compressed air is available, the threads can be air blasted after cleaning. This
operation is not mandatory but recommended.
· Check and clean the I.D. of pipe to eliminate foreign matter which could otherwise
contaminate the box connection while stabbing. If compressed air is available it is
recommended to air blast from box to pin side.
8.4 Visual Inspection and Repair Steps.

Inspect connections and identify the surface condition according to the following
categories:
# Defect Categories Actions
· Remove stains with a clean rag.

A Discoloration
· Apply Product C on the affected areas.
· Wipe off excess of emulsified product C with rags.

B Product C Emulsified
· If the damaged area is less than 20% of total threaded coupling
surface, remove the flakes or excess of Product D either with
compressed air or Scotch Brite.
C Product D Removal · Apply Product C on the affected areas.
· If damaged area is greater than 20% of total threaded coupling

surface, coupling must be rejected.
· There’s no need to apply product C on connections at rig site that

are broken out, inspected OK and immediately re run again.
D Acceptable Bright Areas
· If pipes/couplings will be stored, apply Product C on the
affected areas of the connections.
· Carefully remove the corrosion with the use of soft Scotch Brite
or similar.
E Slight Corrosion
· Apply Products B and C to the PIN.
· Apply ONLY Product C to the BOX.
· Carefully remove the flakes with the use of soft Scotch Brite or
Abnormal Bright Areas / similar.
F
Flakes
· Apply Products B and C to the PIN only to the affected areas.
· No field repair allowed.

G Severe Corrosion
· Pipes shall be submitted to a Tenaris licensed repair shop for the
refurbishment of the damaged Dopeless® treatment.
Page Number 9
DEFECT CATEGORIES:
A. Discoloration:
Phenomena observed on threads when slight corrosion in form of orange/brown stains

appears on parts of pins or boxes. These stains can be removed with rags.
Figure 5: Typical discoloration on Pin.
Figure 6: Typical discoloration on BOX.
Actions:
· Remove stains with a clean rag.
· Install a clean thread protector (Dopeless® design).
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B. Dopeless® Product C Emulsified:
This effect is generated when water contacts the pin or box connections, emulsifying product C.
Figure 7: Product Dopeless® C emulsified.
Actions:
· Wipe off excess of emulsified product C with rags.

C. Product D Removal:
Some areas could present flaking or other forms of Product D removal as shown in the
following images:
Figure 8: Product D removal.

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Actions:
· If the removed area represents less than approximately 20% of the total
surface area the connection can be repaired on location. Remove the flakes
or excess of Product D either with compressed air or Scotch Brite.
If more than 20% has been removed the connection should be rejected or sent
to a Tenaris licensed repair shop for full Dopeless® coating refurbishment.
Refer to: http://www.tenaris.com/TenarisHydril/en/threaders/default.aspx for
licensed network.
D. Acceptable Bright Areas:
After make up / break out operations and or when installing / removing the protectors, bright
areas will eventually appear in the thread and or seal areas.
Figure 9: Acceptable Bright Areas: Surface appearance after the 5th make-up and break-out.
Figure 10: Acceptable Bright Areas: Surface appearance after thread protectors are removed.
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Actions:
· There’s no need to apply product C to the connections at the rig site that are
broken out, inspected OK and immediately re run again.
· If pipes/couplings will be stored, apply Product C on the affected areas of the
connections.
E. Slight Corrosion
Slight corrosion covers small parts of the total threaded area. It is recommended to use soft
Scotch Brite or similar to remove it.
Figure 12: Typical slight corrosion on Pin.
Figure 13: Typical slight corrosion on Box.

Page Number 13
Actions:
· Clean with a rag
· Carefully remove the corrosion with the use of a soft Scotch Brite or similar.
· Apply Products B and C to the PIN on the affected areas.
· Apply ONLY Product C to the BOX on the affected areas.
F. Abnormal Bright Areas / Flakes:
Abnormal bright areas and flaking caused by protector removal or other reasons, as shown
in the following images.
Figure 14: Surface appearance of abnormal bright areas / flakes.
Actions:
· Carefully remove the Flakes with the use of a soft Scotch Brite or similar.
· Apply Products B and C to the PIN on the affected areas.
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G. Severe Corrosion:
Severe corrosion is when a large part of the thread is affected by corrosion. This type of
corrosion is deeper and needs mechanical removal.
Figure 15: Typical severe corrosion on Pin and Box connections.
Actions:
· No field repair allowed.
· Pipe shall be submitted to a Tenaris licensed repair shop for the refurbishment of the
damaged Dopeless® treatment. Refer to:
http://www.tenaris.com/TenarisHydril/en/threaders/default.aspx for licensed network.
8.5 Product Application.

· Product B comes in a spray can. During the application, leave a 30 cm distance between
the spray can and the connection.
· Apply Product C using paint-spray gun. During the application, leave a 30 cm distance
between the gun and the connection.
· The surface has to be uniformly coated by a smooth layer.
· No drops, bubbles, runs or cracks remaining on the surface are acceptable.

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8.6 Curing Process.

· Product B will cure at room temperature. It is recommended to leave it to dry between 4
and 6 hours before installing the thread protector.
o Note: At Rig Sites Product B does not need to be cured if pipe is going to
be run immediately after its application.
· Product C will cure at room temperature. It is recommended to leave it to dry for at least
2 hours before installing the thread protector.
8.7 Repair Sequence Example with Pictures.
2) Clean with a rag.

1) Slight Corrosion on pin end.
4) Apply Product B.
3) Gently clean with soft Scotch Brite.
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5) Wet look after application of Product B.

6) Apply Product C.
7) Dry appearance of connection after

curing process of product C at room
temperature is completed.
8.8 Thread protectors.

· Use Tenaris Dopeless® thread protectors that are in good serviceable condition,
protectors which are mashed or broken will not prevent corrosion.
Figure 18. Dopeless® thread protector design for box and pin end respectively.
Page Number 17
· Check that the rubber rings are not adhered to the shoulder of the pin or box connection
as shown in the following pictures. If this situation happens, remove the rubber rings.
Figure 20: Rubber ring adhered to box and pin connections.
· Ensure that no rubber rings are present in the coupling or on the pin connection prior to
make up operation.
.
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9. ANNEX
9.1 Dopeless® Treatment.

Appearance of pin and box connection before and after Dopeless® treatment application.
Before Dopeless® After Dopeless®

coating Application coating Application
Note:
· In TSH-Blue™ Carbon Steel
couplings, the Dopeless® coating is
NOT applied to the seal and shoulder
areas.
· In TSH-Blue™ CRA couplings,
Product D is applied to the threads
and seal areas but NOT to the
shoulder areas.
Figure 1: TSH-Blue™ before and after the application of Dopeless® coating to PIN and BOX ends.

Note:
· In TSH-Blue Near Flush ™ box
member in Carbon Steel and CRA
materials the Dopeless® coating is
applied to all surfaces including
thread, seal and shoulder areas.
· Integral box connections will carry
Manganese Phosphate treatment
and Product C (transparent color).
Figure 2: TSH-Blue Near Flush™ before and after application of Dopeless® coating to PIN and BOX,
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Figure 3: TSH-563 before and after application of Dopeless® coating to PIN and BOX ends.

Figure 4: TSH-Blue in CRA material (13%Chromium) before and after application of Dopeless® coating to
BOX ends. Note that Product D is not applied to the shoulder area.
Page Number 20
9.2 Dopeless® Material Safety Data Sheets for Product B and C.

Material Safety Data Sheet / Tenaris DopelessTM
Product B
Product Type: Tenaris DopelessTM Product B
Section 1. General Information
Manufacturer: TenarisSiderca Manufacturer: TenarisDalmine

Adress: 250 Dr. Simini Street Adress: Piazza Caduti 6 Luglio 1944, 1
City: Campana City: Dalmine
Zip Code: B2804MHA Zip Code: 24044
Province: Buenos Aires Province: Bergamo
Country: Argentina Country: Italy
Phone: (+54) 3489 433100 / 433496 Phone: (+39) 035 560 111
Manufacturer: TenarisTamsa Manufacturer: TenarisNKK
Adress: Km. 433.7 Carr. México- Adress: 2-1 Ikegami, Kawasaki-ku
Veracruz; Via Xalapa City: Kawasaki
City: Veracruz Zip Code: 210-0855
Zip Code: 91697 Province: Kawasaki
Province: Veracruz Country: Japan
Country: México Phone: (+81) 44 322 1084
Phone: (+52) 229 989 1101
Manufacturer: TenarisAlgoma Manufacturer: TenarisSilcotub
Adress: 547 Wallace Terrace Adress: 93, Mihai Viteazu Blvd.
City: Sault Saint Marie City: Zalau
Zip Code: ON P6c 1L9 Zip Code: 450131
Province: Ontario Province: Salaj County
Country: Canada Country: Romania
Phone: (+1) 705 946 8130 Phone: (+40) 260 620 720
Rev. 00 Health, Safety & Environment. Jun 2006 1/5

Tenaris Dopeless TM Product B MSDS
Section 2. Chemical Composition / Information on Ingredients
DANGEROUS CAS NUMBER WEIGHT % OSHA PEL (1) ACGIH TLV (2)
COMPONENTS MIN.-MAX.
SWEETENED 68476-86-8 40 – 70 Not Determined Not Determined

LIQUIFIED
PETROLEUM GAS
(LPG)
STODDARD 8052-41-3 30 - 60 1150 mg/m3 TWA 525 mg/m3 TWA
SOLVENT
POLYBUTIL 9022-96-2 5 – 10 See n-butyl alcohol comments3

TITANATE
1. Notes:
a)(1) OSHA Permissible Exposure Limits (PELs) are 8-hour TWA (time-weighted average)
concentrations unless otherwise noted. A (“C”) designation denotes a ceiling limit,
which should not be exceeded during any part of the working exposure unless
otherwise noted. A Short Term Esposure Limit (STEL) is defined as a 15-minute
exposure, which should not be exceeded at any time during a workday.
b) (2) Threshold Limit Value (TLV) established by the American Conference of
Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) are 8-hour TWA concentration unless
otherwise noted.
c) (3) n-Butyl alcohol is formed on contact with water or humid air. Provide adequate
ventilation to control exposures within guidelines of OSHA PEL: 100 ppm TWA and
ACGIH: 20 ppm TLV.
Section 3. Physical and chemical properties
1. Physical state: Aerosol

2. Appearance and odor: Charcoal, solvent-like.
3. Dangerous products of decomposition: Thermal breakdown of this product during
fire or very high heat conditions may evolve the following hazardous
decomposition products: Carbon oxides and traces of incompletely burned
carbon compounds. Metal oxides.Nitrogen oxides. Sulfur oxides. Formaldehyde.
4. Change in condition:
Value/Range Unit Method

Melting point/Melting range Not determined
Boiling point/Boiling range Not determined
Flash point Not Applicable, as aerosol
Ignition temperature Not determined
Vapor pressure at 25oC Not determined
Solubility in/Miscibility with Not determined
water
Section 4. Health hazard data
1. Hazard designation: F+ Extremely flammable.
2. Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment:R 12

Extremely flammable.

Pressurized container: protect from sunlight and do not expose to

temperatures exceeding 50oC, i.e. electric lights. Do not pierce or burn, even
after use.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Section 5. Emergency medical procedures
Skin contact: The product is not skin irritating from a single short-term exposure.
Remove from skin and wash thoroughly with soap and water or waterless cleanser. Get
medical attention if irritation or other ill effects develop or persist.
Eye contact: Immediately rinse opened eye for at least 15 minutes under running
water.
Swallowing: Get immediate medical attention. Only induce vomiting at the
instructions of a physician. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Get immediate medical attention
Section 6. Safety information
1. Fire fighting measures:

· Suitable extinguishing agents:
On large fires use dry chemical, foam or water spray. On small fires use
carbon dioxide (CO2), dry chemical or water spray. Water can be used to cool
fire exposed containers
· Protective equipment:
Self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing should be worn in
fighting large fires involving chemicals. Use water spray to keep fire
exposed containers cool. Determine the need to evacuate or isolate the area
according to your local emergency plan.
2. Accidental release measures:

· Person-related safety precautions:
Wear protective equipment.
Keep unprotected persons away.
· Measures for environmental protection:

Do not flush with water or aqueous cleaning agents.
Section 7. Spill leak procedures
Ensure adequate ventilation.

Do not flush with water or aqueous cleaning agents.
Section 8. Handling and Storage
1. Handling
· Information for safe handling:
Use with adequate ventilation. Product evolves n-butyl alcohol when
exposed to water or humid air.
Provide ventilation during use to control n-butyl alcohol within exposure
guidelines or use respiratory protection.
Avoid eye exposure and skin contact.
Do not breathe vapor, mist, dust, or fumes.
Keep container closed. Do not take internally.
Open and handle container with care.

· Information about protection against explosions and fires:

Keep ignition sources away – Do not smoke. Protect against electrostatic
charges.
2. Storage
· Requirement to be met by storerooms and containers:Store in cool location.
Observe official regulations on storing packaging with pressurized
container.
· Further information about storage conditions:Keep container tightly

sealed. Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers. Protect
from heat, sparks and flame.
· Contents under pressure. Do not store above 120°F/49°C or in direct

sunlight. Static electricity will accumulate and may ignite vapors.
Prevent a possible fire hazard by bonding and grounding or inert gas
purge.
Section 9. Personal Protection

1. General protective and hygienic measures: Wash hand during breaks and at the
end of the work. Contaminated clothing and shoes should be removed as soon as
practical and thoroughly cleaned before reuse.
2. Breathing equipment: Use respiratory protection unless adequate local exhaust
ventilation is provided or air sampling data show exposures are within
recommended exposure guidelines.
3. Protection of hands: Chemical protective gloves are recommended.
4. Eye protection: Use chemical safety goggles.
Section 10. Disposal Considerations
Product recommendation: Disposal must be made according to official regulations.

Uncleaned packaging recommendation: Disposal must be made according to official
regulations.
Section 11. Transport Information
1. DOT Road Shipment Information (49 CFR 172.101)
Proper Shipping Name: AEROSOLS

UN-Number: 1950
Packing Group: Not Applicable
Hazard Label(s): ORM-D LABEL
Remarks: Not subject to DOT.
2. Ocean Shipment IMDG/GGVSea:
IMDG/GGVSea Class: 2
UN Number: 1950
Packaging group: Not Applicable
Marine pollutant: Not Applicable
Proper Shipping Aerosol
Name:

3. Air Shipment ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR:
ICAO IATA Class: 2.1

UN/ID Number: 1950
Packaging group: Not Applicable
Proper Shipping Name: Aerosols,
flammable, n.o.s.
Disclaimer
While the information and recomendations of this sheet are believed to be accurate as of the present day,
the issuer of this sheet makes no warranty with respect thereto and disclaims all liability from reliance
thereon. Methods, conditions, equipment used to store, handle or process the material or hazards connected
with the use of the material are solely the responsab ility of the user and remains at his sole discretion.
Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations remains the responsability of
the user.

Material Safety Data Sheet / Tenaris DopelessTM
Product C
Product Type: Tenaris DopelessTM Product C
Section 1. General Information
Manufacturer: TenarisSiderca Manufacturer: TenarisDalmine

Adress: 250 Dr. Simini Street Adress: Piazza Caduti 6 Luglio 1944, 1
City: Campana City: Dalmine
Zip Code: B2804MHA Zip Code: 24044
Province: Buenos Aires Province: Bergamo
Country: Argentina Country: Italy
Phone: (+54) 3489 433100 / 433496 Phone: (+39) 035 560 111
Manufacturer: TenarisTamsa Manufacturer: TenarisNKK
Adress: Km. 433.7 Carr. México- Adress: 2-1 Ikegami, Kawasaki-ku
Veracruz; Via Xalapa City: Kawasaki
City: Veracruz Zip Code: 210-0855
Zip Code: 91697 Province: Kawasaki
Province: Veracruz Country: Japan
Country: México Phone: (+81) 44 322 1084
Phone: (+52) 229 989 1101
Manufacturer: TenarisAlgoma Manufacturer: TenarisSilcotub
Adress: 547 Wallace Terrace Adress: 93, Mihai Viteazu Blvd.
City: Sault Saint Marie City: Zalau
Zip Code: ON P6c 1L9 Zip Code: 450131
Province: Ontario Province: Salaj County
Country: Canada Country: Romania
Phone: (+1) 705 946 8130 Phone: (+40) 260 620 720

Tenaris Dopeless TM Product C MSDS
Section 2. Chemical Composition / Information on Ingredients
DANGEROUS CAS NUMBER WEIGHT % OSHA PEL (1) ACGIH TLV (2)
COMPONENTS MIN.-MAX.
OXIDISED 64743-00-6 15 - 30 2 mg/m3 TWA Not Determined

MICROCRISTALLINE
WAX
DIETHYLAMINOETHA 100-37-8 1 – 5 50 mg/m3 TWA 9,6 mg/m3 TWA

NOL
1. Notes:
a)(1) OSHA Permissible Exposure Limits (PELs) are 8-hour TWA (time-weighted average)
concentrations unless otherwise noted. A (“C”) designation denotes a ceiling limit,
which should not be exceeded during any part of the working exposure unless
otherwise noted. A Short Term Esposure Limit (STEL) is defined as a 15-minute
exposure, which should not be exceeded at any time during a workday.
b) (2) Threshold Limit Value (TLV) established by the American Conference of
Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) are 8-hour TWA concentration unless
otherwise noted.
Section 3. Physical and chemical properties
1. Physical state: Liquid

2. Appearance and odor: Beige, characteristic odor.
3. Flash point: > 100 °C
4. Viscosity: Non viscous
5. Solubility in/Miscibility with water: Slightly soluble
Section 4. Health hazard data
No significant hazard.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Section 5. Emergency medical procedures
Skin contact: There may be mild irritation at the site of contact. Remove all
contaminated clothes and footwear immediately unless stock to skin with running
water for 10 minutes or longer if substance is still on skin. Transfer to hospital
if there are burns or symptoms of poisoning.
Eye contact: There may be irritation and redness.Immediately rinse opened eye for at
least 15 minutes under running water. Transfer to hospital for specialist
examination.
Swallowing: There may be irritation of the throat. There may be vomiting. Do not
induce vomiting. If conscious, give water to drink immediately. If unconscious,
check for breathing and apply artificial respiration if it necessary. If
unconscious, and breathing is OK, place in the recovery position. Transfer to
hospital as soon as possible.
Inhalation: There may be vomiting. Remove casualty from exposure ensuring one’s own
safety whilst doing so. If unconscious, check for breathing and apply artificial
respiration if necessary. If unconscious and breathing is OK, place in the recovery
position. If conscious, ensure the casualty sits or lies down. If breathing becomes

bubbly, have the casualty sit and provide oxygen if available. Transfer to hospital
as soon as possible.
Section 6. Safety information
1. Fire fighting measures:

· Suitable extinguishing agents:
On fires use carbon dioxide (CO2). Water can be used to cool fire exposed
containers
· Protective equipment:
Self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing should be worn in
fighting large fires involving chemicals. Use water spray to keep fire
exposed containers cool.
2. Accidental release measures:

· Person-related safety precautions:
Wear protective equipment.
Keep unprotected persons away.
· Measures for environmental protection:

Contain the spillage using bunding.
Section 7. Spill leak procedures
Ensure adequate ventilation.

Wash the spillage site with large amounts of water.
Section 8. Handling and Storage
1. Handling
· Use with adequate ventilation.
· Do not handle in a confined space.
2. Storage
· Store in cool and well ventilated area.
· Keep container tightly closed.
· Must only be kept in original packaging.
Section 9. Personal Protection

1. General protective and hygienic measures: Wash hand during breaks and at the
end of the work.
2. Breathing equipment: Self-Contained breathing apparatus must be available in
case of emergency.
3. Protection of hands: Protective gloves are recommended.
4. Eye protection: Use safety goggles.
5. Skin protection: Protective clothing with elasticized cuffs and closed neck.
Section 10. Disposal Considerations
Product recommendation: Disposal must be made according to official regulations.

Uncleaned packaging recommendation: Disposal must be made according to official
regulations.

Section 11. Transport Information
Not Applicable
Disclaimer
While the information and recomendations of this sheet are believed to be accurate as of the present day,
the issuer of this sheet makes no warranty with respect thereto and disclaims all liability from reliance
thereon. Methods, conditions, equipment used to store, handle or process the material or hazards connected
with the use of the material are solely the responsability of the user and remains at his sole discretion.
Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations remains the responsability of
the user.

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Field Inspection and Manual Repair of

Document Number TSH-IP-00.0097

This document replaces

3.1 This document is applicable to all:

4.1 Not Applicable.

5. DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS

5.1 Not Applicable.

6.1 Not Applicable.

7.1 Personnel performing field inspection shall be trained by Tenaris to determine:

· what is acceptable (in good running condition)

· what may be repaired at the location

8.1 Technology and Product Identification.

TSH BLUE-DPLS in CARBON STEEL TSH BLUE-DPLS in L8013Cr and CRA

PIN BOX PIN BOX

Seal & Threads &

Product B Product D Product B

Product C Product C Product C Product D

Dopeless® Dopeless® Product C

PIN BOX PIN BOX

Threads & Seal and or

Product B Product D Product B

Product C Product C Product C

Pin Configuration. All connection types (Threaded and Coupled, Integral)

Figure 1: Pin layers’ identification.

Coupling configuration for connections with torque shoulder (Example TSH-Blue).

Figure 2: Box layers’ identification.

Coupling configuration for WedgeTM Coupled connections without shoulder torque

Figure 3: Box layers’ identification.

Figure 4: Integral Box. Layer’s identification

8.2 General procedure for visual inspection and manual repair.

8.2.1 Guidelines for Inspection at Yards.

· Use only Products B and C for repairs.

· Products A and D can only be refurbished at Tenaris Licensed Facilities with

· It is recommended that a reception inspection shall be performed at stock locations

8.2.2 Guidelines for Inspection at Rig Site.

· Depending on availability of Product B at the Rig Site, connections will be repaired:

o If Product B is available, repair damaged connections when indicated in point

· There’s no need to use Product C for running operations.

· Product A and D can not be refurbished at Rig Sites.

8.3 Cleaning Method.

· Do not use solvent or any other chemical cleaning liquid.

8.4 Visual Inspection and Repair Steps.

# Defect Categories Actions

· Remove stains with a clean rag.

· Wipe off excess of emulsified product C with rags.

· If damaged area is greater than 20% of total threaded coupling

· There’s no need to apply product C on connections at rig site that

· Apply ONLY Product C to the BOX.

· No field repair allowed.

Phenomena observed on threads when slight corrosion in form of orange/brown stains

Figure 5: Typical discoloration on Pin.

Figure 6: Typical discoloration on BOX.

B. Dopeless® Product C Emulsified:

Figure 7: Product Dopeless® C emulsified.

· Wipe off excess of emulsified product C with rags.

Figure 8: Product D removal.

D. Acceptable Bright Areas:

Figure 12: Typical slight corrosion on Pin.

Figure 13: Typical slight corrosion on Box.

F. Abnormal Bright Areas / Flakes:

Figure 14: Surface appearance of abnormal bright areas / flakes.

Figure 15: Typical severe corrosion on Pin and Box connections.