Quality and Inspection Requirements for New and Refurbished Drilling and Well Completion Equipment

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10.35.33.1111
NS-1™ Number: NS 10.35.33.1111
Revision Date: June 2007
Equipment Name: SLIDING SLEEVE ASSEMBLIES
Manufacturer: GENERAL
Model/Type: VARIOUS
Material Group: LOW ALLOY STEEL
Service: SOUR

Rev Date Description Change Note

00 06/94 NEW SQAIR SPECIFICATION: 1ST ISSUE
01 04/04 COSMETIC CHANGES, “NACE” REFERENCES
CHANGED TO “SOUR” AND NATIONAL STANDARD
SPECIFIC SECTION REFERENCES REMOVED TO
AVOID QUOTING OUTDATED/REVISED SECTION
NUMBERS
02 05/07 MINOR HEADER AND FRONT PAGE ADJUSTMENT

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SCOPE
This COMBINED NS-1™ specification specifies the minimum quality and inspection requirements applied to
wrought Low Alloy Steel Sliding Sleeve Assemblies.

It applies to:

• Sour service conditions, employing low alloy steel (e.g. 41XX).

• All sizes and Rated Working Pressure of 20.7 MPa (3,000 psi) through 103.4 MPa (15,000 psi) inclusive.
• All operating temperatures.

The matrix of this COMBINED NS-1™ specification provides a quality template that can be applied to any make
and type of Sliding Sleeve Assembly. This COMBINED NS-1™ specification in combination with the manufac-
turer’s parts list(s) and drawing(s) completes the product quality specification.

When ordering spare parts or sub-assemblies, the applicable quality requirements shall be those specified for
the components supplemented by the relevant requirements called out for the complete assembly.

Design verification, approval and other design related parameters are specifically excluded from this COMBINED
NS-1™ specification.

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SUPPLEMENTARY REQUIREMENTS
The following requirements are supplementary to, and shall be applied in conjunction with, the Quality Sub-
specifications of this NS-1™ Specification:

1. WELDING
No fabrication welding shall be performed.

No repair welding shall be performed.

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

2.1 Chemical Analysis

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

2.2 Mechanical Testing

Mechanical testing to ASTM A370 shall, as a minimum, establish yield strength, tensile strength,
elongation and reduction in area on a heat basis, representative of any heat treatment that may have
been applied.

3. HARDNESS TESTING
(Ref. Sub-Spec. 70.1)

3.1 Hardness Tests

Hardness tests shall be carried out on each finished part, and shall meet the requirements of NACE
MR0175.

3.2 Pre-qualifying Hardness Testing

Hardness testing of parts may be carried out at an earlier stage of machining in the following cases:

i. Where the diameter to wall thickness ratio is such that it can adversely affect the accuracy of the
hardness measurements.

ii. Where hardness testing would destroy the finished part.

4. COMPLETE ASSEMBLY
(Ref. Sub-Spec. 100.2)

Each assembly shall be hydrostatically tested to the manufacturer’s procedures and specifications with the following
minimum requirements:
4.1 Test Duration
The hydrostatic test shall consist of three parts:

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i. The primary pressure holding period of 3 minutes minimum duration.

ii. Reduction of the pressure to zero
iii. The secondary pressure holding period of 5 minutes minimum duration

The timing of the holding periods shall not start until the test pressure has stabilized, the equipment
and measuring devices have been isolated from the pressure source and the external surfaces of the
equipment thoroughly dried.

The above test durations shall be applied to the assembly first in the fully extended position and then
in the fully contracted position.

4.2 Test Outcome

There shall be no leakage or reduction in indicated pressure.

4.3 Test Pressures

The hydrostatic test pressure shall be calculated by applying a fibre stress value of at least 80% of
the specified minimum yield strength.

Where the test pressure is limited by the threaded end connections, it shall be calculated using the
following formula:

P = (2 • f • Yp • t) / D

Where:
P = hydrostatic test pressure, in (MPa)
f = a factor of 0,8 of specified minimum yield strength
Yp = specified yield strength for the pipe body (MPa)
t = nominal design wall thickness adjacent to thread connection (mm)
D = nominal outside diameter of the connecting thread (mm)

As a minimum, the hydrostatic test pressure shall not be less than the equipment rated working
pressure.

5. FUNCTIONAL TESTING
(Ref. Sub-Spec. 130.1)

Functional testing shall be carried out to the manufacturer’s specification but shall include the following as a
minimum:

• Jar energy required to disengage the collets from both end positions and the force required to stroke the
sleeve shall be measured and recorded. The recorded values shall be within the manufacturer’s documented
upper and lower acceptance limits.

• The above functional test may be carried out after step 1 of the hydrotest cycle, otherwise the equipment
shall be re-hydrotested to rated working pressure and held for 5 minutes. The timing and acceptance re-
quirements of 4.1 above shall apply

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MATRIX
Equipment Name: Sliding Side Door Assembly
Specification: 10.35.33.1111
Manufacturer: General
Model/Type: Various
Material Group: Low Alloy
Service: Sour

Pressure Containing; Major Load Bearing and Dimensionally Critical Parts

Class: A, B, D Material: Wrought Low Alloy Steel (See Notes 1 & 2)
Number Title
10.1 Material Certificates – General
10.4 Type B Material Test Certificate
20.2 Traceability – Heat Traceability
20.3 Traceability – Serialization Traceability
40.1 NDE Surface, General
40.4.1.3 Magnetic Particle Examination (MT) of Forgings, Mech. Tubing and Barstock – Technique – MT
Tech. Wet Fluor. Forg.
40.4.2.3 Magnetic Particle Examination (MT) of Forgings, Mech. Tubing and Barstock – Required Extent –
One Hundred Percent
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
40.6.3.2 Magnetic Particle and Visual Examination (MT + VE) of Threads – Acceptance Standard –
Relevant Indications
60.1 Disposition of Defects – Surface Dressing
70.1 Hardness Testing – General
90.1 Dimensional Inspection – General
90.2 Dimensional Inspection – Threads
160.1 Non-Conformity Procedure – General

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Pressure Containing & Dimensionally Critical Parts

Class: A, D Material: Wrought Low Alloy Steel (See Note 1)
Number Title
10.1 Material Certificates – General
10.4 Type B Material Test Certificate
20.2 Traceability – Heat Traceability
20.3 Traceability – Serialization Traceability
40.1 NDE Surface, General
40.4.1.3 Magnetic Particle Examination (MT) of Forgings, Mech. Tubing and Barstock – Technique – MT
Tech. Wet Fluor. Forg.
40.4.2.3 Magnetic Particle Examination (MT) of Forgings, Mech. Tubing and Barstock – Required Extent –
One Hundred Percent
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
40.6.3.2 Magnetic Particle and Visual Examination (MT + VE) of Threads – Acceptance Standard –
Relevant Indications
60.1 Disposition of Defects – Surface Dressing
70.1 Hardness Testing – General
90.1 Dimensional Inspection – General
90.2 Dimensional Inspection – Threads
160.1 Non-Conformity Procedure – General

Major Load Bearing in Tension and Dimensionally Critical

Class: B1, D Material: Wrought Low Alloy Steel (See Notes 1 & 2)
Number Title
10.1 Material Certificates – General
10.4 Type B Material Test Certificate
20.2 Traceability – Heat Traceability
20.3 Traceability – Serialization Traceability
40.1 NDE Surface, General
40.4.1.3 Magnetic Particle Examination (MT) of Forgings, Mech. Tubing and Barstock – Technique – MT
Tech. Wet Fluor. Forg.
40.4.2.3 Magnetic Particle Examination (MT) of Forgings, Mech. Tubing and Barstock – Required Extent –
One Hundred Percent
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
40.6.3.2 Magnetic Particle and Visual Examination (MT + VE) of Threads – Acceptance Standard –
Relevant Indications
60.1 Disposition of Defects – Surface Dressing

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70.1 Hardness Testing – General

90.1 Dimensional Inspection – General
90.2 Dimensional Inspection – Threads
160.1 Non-Conformity Procedure – General

Major Load Bearing in Compression and Dimensionally Critical

Class: B2, D Material: Wrought Low Alloy Steel (See Note 2)
Number Title
10.1 Material Certificates – General
10.4 Type B Material Test Certificate
20.1 Traceability – Limited Traceability
70.1 Hardness Testing – General
90.1 Dimensional Inspection – General
90.2 Dimensional Inspection – Threads
160.1 Non-Conformity Procedure – General

Major Load Bearing in Shear and Dimensionally Critical

Class: B3, D Material: Wrought Low Alloy Steel (See Note 2)
Number Title
10.1 Material Certificates – General
10.4 Type B Material Test Certificate
20.1 Traceability – Limited Traceability
90.1 Dimensional Inspection – General
90.2 Dimensional Inspection – Threads
120.1 Load Testing – General
160.1 Non-Conformity Procedure – General

Wetted and Dimensionally Critical Parts

Class: C, D Material : Metallic
Number Title
10.1 Material Certificates – General
10.2.1 C.O.C. for raw materials & consumables
20.1 Traceability – Limited Traceability
70.1 Hardness Testing – General
90.1 Dimensional Inspection – General
90.2 Dimensional Inspection – Threads
160.1 Non-Conformity Procedure – General

Dimensionally Critical Parts

Class: D Material : Metallic
Number Title
90.1 Dimensional Inspection – General
90.2 Dimensional Inspection – Threads
160.1 Non-Conformity Procedure – General

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Component Functional Application

Non-Metallic Parts

Pressure Containing and Dimensionally Critical Parts

Class: A, D Material: Elastomer
Number Title
10.1 Material Certificates – General
10.6 Certification of Non-Metallic Sealing Materials
20.1 Traceability – Limited Traceability
90.1 Dimensional Inspection – General
160.1 Non-Conformity Procedure – General

Wetted and Dimensionally Critical Parts

Class: C, D Material: Elastomer
Number Title
10.1 Material Certificates – General
10.6 Certification of Non-Metallic Sealing Materials
20.1 Traceability – Limited Traceability
90.1 Dimensional Inspection – General
160.1 Non-Conformity Procedure – General

Complete Assembly
Number Title
10.1 Material Certificates – General
10.2.2 Material Certificates – Assembly Certificate
20.3 Traceability – Serialization Traceability
90.1 Dimensional Inspection – General
100.2 Hydrostatic Testing – General
130.1 Functional Testing – General
160.1 Non-Conformity Procedure – General
170.1 Boxing/Packing/Marking – General
170.2 Boxing/Packing/Marking – Critical Service (H2S, CO2, Low Temperature)
180.1.3 Quality Documentation for Non-Welded Products

Notes

1. When applicable; Threaded parts shall be examined in accordance with Sub-Specs 40.6.1.3, 40.6.2.3 &
40.6.3.2 MT for Ferrous Steels and Sub-Specs 40.12.1, 40.12.2.3 & 40.12.3.2 PT for Non-Ferrous steels, as
shown on the matrix.

2. Parts designed to take combined loads (e.g. tension & compression): The most stringent quality requirements
based on the "Worst Case" loading condition shall apply. In such cases class code B1, D shall be default.

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