GyroLink

Definitive gyro-while-drilling service

Precision, optimal well positioning with faster survey times

Applications
In ll drilling
Ranging
Unconventionals
Geothermal drilling
Onshore and o shore

Features
Survey collection in 63 seconds
Three single-axis, solid-state gyro-while-drilling
sensors
Temperature rating: 150 degC [302 degF]
All-attitude system with high accuracy
Autonomous survey for remote decision making
True tortuosity logging
Outrun multishot memory mode
Extended calibration frequency
All API collar sizes

How it improves performance

The GyroLink™ de nitive gyro-while-drilling service delivers precise well positioning
for a wide range of applications and well designs. With no limitations on inclination,
orientation, or geographical location, the system guides the highly accurate wellbore
positioning even in challenging and longer drilling pro les. GyroLink service solves
operational challenges including harsh drilling conditions, mature eld development,
and geothermal well interception.

In harsh and complex drilling environments, the compact collar and three-axis, solid-
state gyro technology deliver more reliable, faster, and higher accuracy surveys—
closer to the bit—to improve operational performance. GyroLink service reduces the
risk of stuck pipe, assists with relief-well drilling, and enables longer drilling sections.
With reduced ellipse of uncertainty, GyroLink service accommodates vertical,
through-the-curve, horizontal, and extended-reach lateral drilling operations.

GyroLink service survey times are 63 seconds—75% faster than conventional gyro
surveys—increasing drilling e iciency and optimizing well construction. Autonomous
survey quality control enables remote decision making and saves operating time.
Less time on the rig means less HSE exposure, costs, and emissions.

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How it works
With three solid-state gyroscopic sensors to determine wellbore position, GyroLink
service guides directional drilling in complex operations and enables a range of
digital solutions.

Data is streamed via MWD mud pulse, electromagnetic signals, or wired drillpipe.
GyroLink service provides a smaller ellipse of uncertainty than both magnetic
and conventional gyroscopic surveying technologies.
3D visualization of the wellbore shape with MicroGuide™ high-resolution
tortuosity logging enables optimization of borehole quality, drilling operations,
and completion design.
AI-enabled software automates the survey quality check and supports remote
operations.

What it replaces
GyroLink service replaces conventional surveying technologies, such as MWD or
rotating-mass gyro.

MicroGuide is a mark of Gyrodata, Inc.

Surveying Specifications

Type of gyro sensor 3 single-axis solid state

Survey collection time, including steering 63 s

initialization

Instrument performance model (IPM) accuracy 82 m [269 ft]

(ISCWSA Well 1 at total depth)

Inclination 0 to 180° (+/–0.05°)

Azimuth 0 to 360° (+/–0.1°)

Tool face orientation 0 to 360° (+/–0.1°)

East-west cautionary zones None

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GyroLink Specifications

Specifications GyroLink 475 GyroLink 675 GyroLink 825

API collar size 1207 cm [475 in] 1715 cm [675 in] 2096 cm [825 in]
Temperature rating 150 degC [302 degF] 150 degC [302 degF] 150 degC [302 degF]
Pressure rating 24000 psi 24000 psi 24000 psi
Maximum dog leg, rotating 15°/30 m [15°/100 ft] 8°/30 m [8°/100 ft] 6°/30 m [6°/100 ft]
Maximum dog leg, sliding 30°/30 m 15°/30 m 10°/30 m
Maximum flow rate 400 galUS/min 1000 galUS/min 2000 galUS/min
Compact collar option 4.6 m [15 ft] 4.6 m [15 ft] 4.6 m [15 ft]
Top connection NC38 or NC35 pin 5-1/2 FH box 6-5/8 FH box
Bottom connection NC38 or NC35 box 5-1/2 FH pin 6-5/8 FH pin
Remote-operations ready Yes Yes Yes

All specifications are subject to change without notice.

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GyroLink Specifications

Specifications GyroLink 950

API collar size 2413 cm [950 in]

Temperature rating 150 degC [302 degF]
Pressure rating 24000 psi
Maximum dog leg, rotating 7°/30 m [7°/100 ft]
Maximum dog leg, sliding 12°/30 m
Maximum flow rate 2000 galUS/min
Compact collar option 4.6 m [15 ft]

Top connection 7-5/8 H90 box

Bottom connection 7-5/8 H90 pin
Remote-operations ready Yes

All specifications are subject to change without notice.

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