6” XTG48

(152.4 mm)

ER1357
IADC: M842

Design Specifications
Average SPC 260 (Variable)
Face Cutters: 5 - 9mm
GHI Cylinders: 57 - 9mm
Gauge Length: 3.0” (Variable)
Gauge Protection: Natural Diamond, TSP and
DEI (Turbine Sleeve)
Hydraulics: 0.50 - 1.00 TFA
Junk Slot Area: 3.0 Sq. In.
Make-Up Length*: 9.0” Overall: 12.7”
Bit Connection: 3-1/2” API Pin (API Box is Available)
Fishing Neck*: Diameter 4.5” / Length 3.7”
*Varies Based on Gauge Options and Bit Connection

General Operating Parameters

Rotary Speed: Suitable for PDM & Turbine
Weight-on-Bit: 5,000 - 20,000 lbs.
Flow Rate: 200 - 350 gpm
Hydraulic Horsepower: 1.0 - 5.0 hsi

Features
Round Profile
Radial Flow Hydraulics
Open Center Design
PDC Cutters in Bit Center
Proprietary GHI Cylinders (Complete Bottom Hole Coverage)
Proprietary Dual Impregnated Cutting Structure Picture may display one or more of the available options
Flush Set Gauge

Drilling Application
The XTG48 is a matrix body impregnated diamond bit with PDC cutters and GHI cylinders
designed for drilling medium to hard abrasive formations with a high content of Shale or
Carbonates.

A Business Unit of Smith International, Inc. Geo-data.0877-01.0201

©2001 Smith International, Inc. All rights reserved.