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Oil casing, commonly referred to as casing, is a critical component of oil country tubular goods (OCTG). OCTG includes various types of pipes such as oil casing, tubing, drill pipe, drill collars, couplings, sucker rods, and pup joints. In this article, we will explore the different classifications of oil casing pipes and their respective functions in oil drilling operations.
**Drilling Guide Bush:**
The drilling guide bush is primarily used in offshore and desert drilling environments. Its main purpose is to separate seawater and sand, ensuring smooth drilling operations. This type of casing is typically manufactured with specifications such as ∮762mm (30in) × 25.4mm and ∮762mm (30in) × 19.06mm, making it suitable for harsh conditions where debris and water can interfere with the drilling process.
**Surface Casing:**
Designed for the initial stages of drilling, surface casing is used to drill through soft ground layers down to the bedrock. It plays a vital role in preventing formation collapse and ensuring proper sealing. Common sizes include 508mm (20in), 406.4mm (16in), 339.73mm (13-3/8in), 273.05mm (10-3/4in), and 244.48mm (9-5/8in). The depth of the surface casing varies depending on the soft layer's depth, usually ranging from 80 to 1500 meters. It generally experiences lower internal and external pressure, and is often made from K55 or N80 steel grades.
**Technical Casing:**
Technical casing is essential when drilling through complex geological formations, such as unstable rock layers, oil, gas, water zones, or salt-gypsum layers. Proper sealing with technical casing is crucial to avoid drilling complications. In deep and challenging wells, multiple layers of technical casing may be required, demanding high mechanical strength and excellent sealing properties. Common materials include N80 and P110, while deeper wells might use non-API grades like Q125 or V150. Typical specifications include 339.73mm (13-3/8in), 273.05mm (10-3/4in), 244.48mm (9-5/8in), 219.08mm (8-5/8in), 193.68mm (7-5/8in), and 177.8mm (7in).
**Oil Layer Casing:**
Once the well reaches the target oil or gas-bearing layer, oil layer casing is installed to isolate the hydrocarbon zone from the overlying strata. As the deepest casing in the well, it requires the highest level of mechanical strength and sealing capability. Common steel grades used are K55, N80, P110, Q125, and V150. Standard sizes include 177.8mm (7in), 168.28mm (6-5/8in), 139.7mm (5-1/2in), 127mm (5in), and 114.3mm (4-1/2in), among others.
Understanding the different types of casing and their specific roles is essential for successful and safe oil and gas drilling operations. Each casing serves a unique function, contributing to the integrity and efficiency of the well throughout its lifecycle.