General Data

IADC Code 117

Bearing Type Friction - No Bushing
Seal Type O-RING - HNBR
Journal Angle 33.0°
Cone Skew 3.00°

Cutting Structure
Gauge Row Teeth
Count 27
Shape Tapered A
Main Row Teeth
Shape Straight A
Pictures may not show every (all) optional feature (s) on actual bit
Total Count 63

6 " S11G Connection Size(ins)

Connection Type
3.500"
API REG PIN
Design Features of this bit Nozzle Code A

RC™ Drill Bits

Recommended Operating
RC™ drill bits have been reengineered to provide stable and reliable directional performance
in interbedded and intrusive formations. Field proven design philosophies enable harsh directional Parameters
sections to be drilled faster, more consistently. RC™ is built on the new RC™ lug Maximum make-up 9000
platform which reduces g-forces experienced during intermittent and cyclical side loading. Each bit Torque (ft-lbs)
is equipped with a premium bearing system and designed with optimized RC™ hydraulics for Weight on Bit Range
increased cleaning and efficient drilling to TD. The RC™ product line is available in sizes 6"
through 12 1/4". Max (klbs) 30
Min (klbs) 5
Premium Journal Bearing
Max (tonne) 14
RC™ Lug Min (tonne) 2
Reengineered to deliver stable, reliable and faster drilling in the toughest directional applications. Rotary Speed (RPM) 60 - 200
Built-in stability reduces the amount of g-force experienced during intermittent and cyclical side
loading. The lug allows for a larger range of freedom for directed flow to support bit hydraulics
optimization and faster section completion.
RC™ Hydraulics
The bit hydraulics have been developed though iterative CFD simulations to choose the optimal Additional Information
nozzle placement and directed flow, improving cone cleaning and cuttings evacuation for the specific Min Annular Area (in²) 4.60
cutting structure and lug geometry. Bit Breaker 121565
RC™ Shirttail Protection
In some applications this bit is run successfully beyond these
Maximized amount of precision placed hardmetal and superior wear resistant inserts provide heavy parameters. Contact your NOV ReedHycalog Representative for
duty protection in harsh directional applications. Engineered to maximize stability without limiting recommended operating parameters in your application. NOV
annular flow for increased cleaning and efficient drilling to TD. ReedHycalog reserves the right to revise these specifications, based
on advances and improvements in technology.
O-Ring Seal - HNBR
Hydrogenated Nitrile Butadiene Rubber (HNBR) O-ring seal.
ArmorClad™ II Hardmetal
Superior abrasion-resistant, four-phase welded hardmetal with thicker full-tooth coverage.

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