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03.38.85.1110
NS-1™ Number: NS 03.38.85.1110
Revision Date: January 2013
Equipment Name: DOWNHOLE ADJUSTABLE STABILISERS
Manufacturer: GENERAL
Model/Type: PROPRIETARY (HYDRAULIC AND MECHANICAL)
Material Group: LOW ALLOY STEEL
Service: NON-SOUR

Rev Date Description Change Note

A 05/04 INTERNAL REVIEW
0 06/04 FOR ISSUE TO REVIEW COMMITTEE
1 08/04 REVISED FOLLOWING VENDOR REVIEW
2 09/04 REVISED FOLLOWING VENDOR REVIEW
3 10/04 INTERNAL REVIEW
4 11/04 REVISED HARDNESS REQUIREMENT
5 06/07 MINOR HEADER AND FRONT PAGE ADJUSTMENT
6 01/13 INTERNAL REVIEW

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SCOPE

This general NS-1™ specification specifies the minimum quality and inspection requirements to be applied in the
manufacture of Downhole Adjustable Stabilisers manufactured primarily from low or medium alloy steel.

It applies to:

• Stabilisers capable of adjustment downhole used for rotary drilling purposes.

• All operating temperatures.
• Non-Sour (non-NACE) service conditions.
• All ’Hole’ and ’Drill Collar’ sizes.

Adjustable Stabilisers shall be in conformance with the requirements of API Spec. 7-1, API Spec 7-2 and manufac-
turers’ standards, as appropriate, and the requirements of this NS-1™ Specification. If in conflict, the requirements
of this NS-1™ Specification shall prevail.

The matrix of this NS-1™ specification provides a quality template that can be applied to any make and type of
Downhole Adjustable Stabilisers.

When ordering spare parts or sub-assemblies, they should be ordered to this specification.

NOTES TO PURCHASER:

1. For more details regarding the application of this NS-1™ specification, reference can be made to the "Intro-
duction Section" to NS-1™ on the original document.

2. It is assumed that as part of compliance with ISO 9001 the manufacturer has conducted Design Performance
Verification Testing and has documented test results to demonstrate conformance of the product to design
requirements.

3. Fearnley Procter Group has a product approval scheme running under NS-1™ and any Supplier or Manufac-
turer wishing to seek approval may do so by contacting NS-1Info@fearnleyproctergroup.com.

Historical Background

This specification was developed in response to requests from Operators for a standard specification to apply
to downhole adjustable stabilisers, to assist in minimising the risk of their failing catastrophically downhole and
causing an expensive lost time incident.

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SUPPLEMENTARY REQUIREMENTS

The following requirements are supplementary to and shall be applied in conjunction with the quality sub-
specifications called out in the matrix of this NS-1™ Specification.

1. APPLICABLE STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS

1.1 API Spec. 7-1

1.2 API Spec 7-2
1.3 API RP 7G
1.4 ASME IX
1.5 ASTM A370

2. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

2.1 This specification covers stabilisers capable of adjustment downhole used for rotary drilling purposes.

2.2 Fabrication welding is not permitted on adjustable stabilisers.

2.3 Hardfacing shall be applied in accordance with the requirements of ASME IX. Alternative types of
hardfacing other than those approved under NS-1™ may be preferred and are permitted for the wear
pads or blades.

2.4 In designing the tool, the manufacturer shall have given consideration to the likely modes of failure of
the tool, the risk of leaving junk in the hole in the event of failure and what happens operationally in
the event of the tool ceasing to perform its function. He shall be capable of demonstrating to the
purchaser’s satisfaction that these issues have been addressed and the risks minimised.

3. THREADED CONNECTIONS

3.1 Threaded connections shall be inspected and gauged in accordance with Sub-Spec 90.2.

3.2 The thread roots of end connections and major full body service connections shall be cold rolled after
final machining in accordance with Sub-Spec 143.1.

3.3 All Rotary API Pin Connections NC38 and larger require stress relief features as per API Spec 7-2.
Proprietary connections shall conform to the manufacturer’s standard.

3.4 All Rotary API Box Connections require stress relief features as per API Spec 7-2. Proprietary
connections shall conform to the manufacturer’s standard.

3.5 All stress relief features shall be cold worked after final machining.

3.6 All connections which have been cold rolled shall be marked by stamping the connection with a circle
enclosing the letters ’CW’ as specified in API Spec. 7-2.

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3.7 All new rotary connections shall be provided with a benchmark (this does not apply to pin
connections having a stress relief groove) in accordance with the requirements of API RP7G as a
minimum. The preferred form of benchmark is an indicator which provides a 360° reference around
the connection. This type of benchmark is superior to the API one, in that it reveals not only the
extent of refacing but also how perpendicular the refaced seal is to the pipe’s axis.

Note: Various manufacturers can provide the preferred 360° benchmark form. The purchaser should
check with the supplier prior to manufacturer.

3.8 In designing service connections in the body of the tool, it is recognized that the manufacturer may
use proprietary styles of connection. In their design and testing, consideration must be given to
fatigue and minimizing the risk of premature failure of such connections.

3.9 Connections shall be given a suitable corrosion resistant anti-galling surface finish. Electro copper
plating and phosphating in accordance with recognised standards are considered suitable. No other
type of anti-galling treatment shall be used without prior written agreement with the purchaser.

3.10 All threaded end connections shall be thoroughly coated with a protective layer of an agreed thread
compound or preservation compound prior to shipment.

3.11 The threaded end connections shall be protected with heavy-duty reinforced plastic or pressed steel
thread protectors.

4. MATERIAL TESTING
(Ref. Sub-Spec. 10.1 & Sub-Spec. 10.4)

4.1 Sampling of material

All main load-bearing components shall be manufactured from materials tested in accordance with
this specification.

4.2 Chemical Analysis

Chemical analysis shall be carried out on a heat treatment lot basis, demonstrating conformance to
the manufacturer’s applicable material specification for all elements tabulated.

4.3 Tensile Testing

Tensile testing to ASTM A370 shall as a minimum, establish yield strength, tensile strength,
elongation and reduction in area on a heat treatment lot basis. Test specimens for the body shall be
taken from a location representative of the pin connection as shown in Appendix 2. Test specimens
for other main load-bearing material shall be taken from a suitable area representative of the main
load path of that piece.

4.4 Impact Testing (Ref. Sub-Spec. 150.1)

The Charpy ’V’ notch energy level shall be 42 joules (31 ft.lbs.) minimum average of three test
specimens tested at 20°C. No individual value shall be less than 32 joules (24 ft.lbs.).

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4.5 Qualification Test Coupon Sampling Wrought Material

Three longitudinal impact test specimens per heat treatment lot of material shall be taken from
approximately one inch below the O.D. surface of the material. Castings shall be qualified on a heat
treatment lot basis. A sufficient number of integral keel block test coupons shall be made to fulfil
this requirement. The dimensions of test coupons shall be established such that the physical test
results realistically reflect the properties of the parts they qualify. Test coupons shall comply with the
requirements of ASTM A703 / A703M -S26.

4.6 Hardness Testing (Ref. Sub-Spec. 70.1)

The hardness of the body and other main load-bearing material shall be measured at room
temperature on a radial cross section at the locations shown in Appendix 1.

Pre-heat treated bar stock or mechanical tubing shall have a test specimen taken at least one radius
from the end of the bar/tube.

When material is rough machined (O.D. and I.D.) prior to final heat treatment, hardness tests shall
be carried out on a heat/heat treatment lot basis using a test sample of similar O.D. and I.D.
dimensions (taken at a location of max. wall thickness of a rough machined part). The length of the
test sample shall be at least equal to the sample O.D. The cross section specimen shall be taken at
mid length.

All hardness test results taken on a single cross section shall be within a range of 6 HRC points, with
no single value below 30 HRC (285 BHN). The absolute values shall meet the manufacturer’s
material specification.

5. DIMENSIONAL INSPECTION
(Ref. Sub-Spec. 90.1)

5.1 The projected O.D. of the blades or pads, when fully extended, shall be verified and shall conform to
the manufacturer’s dimensions and tolerances.

6. MARKING
(Ref. Sub-Spec. 20.3)

6.1 Each stabiliser assembly shall be provided with a marking recess located on the O.D. of the main
body member in a position free from high stress or wear and easily accessible for inspection purposes.

6.2 The recess shall be stamped in accordance with the requirements of Sub- Spec. 20.3.

6.3 Size of the recess shall be in accordance with API Spec. 7-1.

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MATRIX

Equipment Name Adjustable Stabilisers

Specification 03.38.85.1110
Manufacturer General
Model/Type Various
Material Group Low Alloy
Service Non-Sour

Downhole Adjustable Stabilisers

Class A, B, C, D Material: Low and medium alloy steel
Number Title
10.1 Material Certificates – General
10.2.2 Material Certificates – Assembly Certificate
10.4 Type B Material Test Certificate
20.3 Traceability – Serialization Traceability
20.4 Traceability – Heat/Heat Treatment Lot Traceability
40.1 NDE Surface, General
40.2.1.2 Magnetic Particle Examination (MT) of Castings – Technique – Wet Method
40.2.1.3 Magnetic Particle Examination (MT) of Castings – Technique – Wet Fluorescent Method.
40.2.2.3 Magnetic Particle Examination (MT) of Castings – Required Extent – One Hundred Percent.
40.4.1.2 Magnetic Particle Examination (MT) of Forgings, Mechanical Tubing and Barstock – Technique –
Wet Method
40.4.1.3 Magnetic Particle Examination (MT) of Forgings, Mechanical Tubing and Barstock – Technique –
Wet Fluorescent Method.
40.4.2.3 Magnetic Particle Examination (MT) of Forgings, Mechanical Tubing and Barstock – Required
Extent – One Hundred Percent
40.4.3.5 Magnetic Particle Examination (MT) of Forgings, Mech. Tubing and Barstock – Acceptance
Standard – Maximum Permitted Relevant Linear/Rounded/All Indications
40.4.3.6 Magnetic Particle Examination (MT) of Forgings, Mech. Tubing and Barstock – Acceptance
Standard – Maximum Permitted Relevant Indications
40.6.1.3 Magnetic Particle and Visual Examination (MT + VE) of Threads – Technique – Wet Fluorescent
Method
40.6.2.3 Magnetic Particle and Visual Examination (MT + VE) of Threads – Required Extent – One Hundred
Percent
40.6.3.3 Magnetic Particle and Visual Examination (MT + VE) of Threads – Acceptance Standard – Relevant
Indications
50.1 Detection and Acceptance of Sub-Surface Imperfections – General
50.5.1.2 Ultrasonic Examination (UT) of Forgings/Mechanical Tubing/ Barstock (Non-Austenitic Steels) –
Technique – Applied Techniques/Conditions
50.5.2.3 Ultrasonic Examination (UT) of Forgings/Mechanical Tubing/ Barstock (Non-Austenitic Steels) –
Required Extent – One Hundred Percent
50.5.3.2 Ultrasonic Examination (UT) of Forgings/Mechanical Tubing/ Barstock (Non-Austenitic Steels) –
Acceptance Standard – Acceptable Indications
60.1 Disposition of Defects – Surface Dressing
60.2 Disposition of Defects – Repair by Weld
60.3 Disposition of Defects – Repair of Weld Defects

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70.1 Hardness Testing – General

90.1 Dimensional Inspection – General
90.2 Dimensional Inspection – Threads
90.3 Dimensional Inspection – Recommended types of Tool Joint Hardfacing, Dimensional Inspection and
Acceptance Standards.
143.1 Cold Rolling of Connections – General
150.1 Impact Testing – General
160.1 Non-Conformity Procedure – General

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Appendices

Appendix 1

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Appendix 2

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