Bearing Assembly Product #2b – Offshore Application

Product Overview

The Bearing Assembly Product #2b is an integrated land manual RCD bearing assembly and body system engineered for high-performance drilling operations requiring reliable annular containment under elevated pressures and rotary speeds. Combining a manually operated clamp system with a robust RCD body architecture, the system delivers dependable closed-loop drilling performance with simplified installation and operational flexibility.

Key Features

  • Integrated land manual RCD body and bearing assembly configuration
  • Manual clamp assembly for secure latching and retrieval operations
  • Sealed bearing design with no external lubrication requirements
  • Patented Multi-Seal Cartridge for high-load dynamic sealing performance
  • Supports both single and dual drill pipe seal configurations
  • Wide-bore design for large-diameter drill pipe compatibility
  • Multiple outlet configurations for flexible rig integration
  • Compatible with natural and polyurethane sealing elements
  • Full range of RCD accessory integration capability
  • Designed and manufactured in accordance with API 16RCD standards

Applications & Drilling Scenarios

  • High-performance land drilling operations
  • Managed pressure drilling (MPD) applications
  • Closed-loop drilling systems requiring secure annular containment
  • Wells operating under elevated rotary speed and pressure conditions
  • Applications requiring simplified manual RCD installation
  • Operations requiring flexible outlet and flange configurations

Advantages

  • Manual clamp configuration reduces system complexity
  • No hydraulic power unit required for latch operations
  • Wide pass-through bore supports large drill pipe configurations
  • Integrated body design improves operational reliability
  • No external bearing lubrication reduces maintenance requirements
  • Pressure-compensated sealing improves durability under demanding conditions
  • Flexible outlet configuration supports diverse rig layouts
  • NACE and API compliant for harsh drilling environments

Compatibility

Compatible with land drilling RCD installations utilizing 13-5/8″ 5M bottom flange configurations, swivel flange options, and multiple outlet arrangements for integration with existing MPD and closed-loop drilling systems.

Technical Specifications

Operational Parameters

Parameter Specification
Static Pressure Rating 5,000 psi
Dynamic Pressure Rating 3,000 psi
Maximum Rotary Speed 200 RPM
Metallic Temperature Rating 0°F (-18°C) to 250°F (121°C)
Retained Fluid Rating NACE MR0175 / ISO 15156
Media Compatibility Drilling Mud, Crude Oil, Displacement Fluid, Grease

Mechanical Specifications

Feature Specification
RCD Body Height 38.2" (971 mm)
RCD Body Maximum OD 39.8" (1012 mm)
RCD Weight 4073 lb (1847 kg)
RCD Body Pass Through 13.66"
RCD Body Bottom Flange 13 5/8" 5M
RCD Body Outlets 2 × 2-1/16", 1 × 4-1/16", 1 × 7-1/16"

Survivability

Property Value
Design Standard API 16RCD 3rd Edition
Temperature Classification API 16A Class T-0
Sour Service Compliance NACE MR0175 / ISO 15156
Seal Configuration Single or Dual Seal
Bearing Lubrication No external lubrication required

Contact

Frontier International LLC
Houston