1 Clamp
1 Clamp
ANCILLARY EQUIP.
Clamps
Flange data
Torques & lubrication
As outlined in previous volumes of the Well Control Equipment manuals for annular and ram type
BOPs, valve maintenance can be optimized by regular lubrication. This should be addressed on a
weekly basis as well as regular flushing and cleaning with fresh (potable) water after each well
control or test cycle that occurs.
Clean grease will reduce wear and tear on moving parts, plus the grease coating will reduce
corrosion on gates and seats. Correct position of valve gates to achieve maximum grease cover-
age must be referenced from the Manufacturer’s Manual specific to the valve type. Some models
require the gates to be fully closed, while others require gates in the 1/2 or full open position
during grease insertion. Various models will also require larger quantities of grease due to the
design of valve sealing characteristics. Some models will wash the grease from the body cavities,
where other models the body cavity is isolated during flow. In all cases, regular lubrication will
increase valve life and reduce maintenance costs and downtime.
Following this section is SF Fig. A-1 ‘Lube List’. This is a list of the greases Santa Fe recommends
for use on all valves regardless of manufacturer. This lubrication section also details the Force Flow
Grease Gun™ that Santa Fe recommends to carry out the lubrication procedures in this manual.
Note:
For full greasing instructions, refer to the Manufacturer’s Manual specific to type of valve model.
Lube List
S.F. Figure (A-1)
#3
Everlast #3 Arctic #1
Everlast #1 H2S
Temp Range: -70°-250°F Temp Range: -40°-400°F
Uses: gaseous & liquid hydrocarbons Uses: gaseous & liquid hydrocarbons
w/ <2.5% ethane, water Container Size: 10 lb pail (case - x4)
Container Size: 10 lb pail (case - x4) 40 lb pail
40 lb pail 120 lb drum
120 lb drum 420 lb drum
420 lb drum J-size gun sticks (16/case)
K-size gun sticks (12/case)
50 50-400 HD 1000
Geolube 1000
Temp Range: -15°-400°F Temp Range: -20°-1000°F
Uses: gaseous & liquid hydrocarbons Uses: steam, hot oil, methanol,
w/ or w/o high ethane oxidizing atmospheres <500°F
Container Size: 10 lb pail (case - x4) Container Size: 10 lb pail (case - x4)
40 lb pail 40 lb pail
120 lb drum 130 lb drum
420 lb drum 420 lb drum
J-size gun sticks (16/case) J-size gun sticks (16/case)
K-size gun sticks (12/case) K-size gun sticks (12/case)
F Formasil WR HD ARC
Formasil HD Arctic
Temp Range: -55°-450°F Temp Range: -70°-300°F
Uses: gaseous & liquid hydrocarbons Uses: gaseous & liquid hydrocarbons
w/ or w/o high ethane, w/ or w/o high ethane,
methanol CO2 flow & production methanol CO2 flow & production
Container Size: 10 lb pail (case - x4) Container Size: 10 lb pail (case - x4)
40 lb pail 40 lb pail
120 lb drum 120 lb drum
420 lb drum 420 lb drum
Lube List
S.F. Figure (A-1)
General Lubrication
For normal operation, use the recommended valve lubricant or greases not affected by water or
well bore fluids. Also utilize the recommended lubricant for the temperature range of the well bore
fluids in use. Ensure that the stem bearing is included in the grease application.
Lubrication Chart
Note:
1- 13/16 ALL 50 2.0
This chart is based on a Cam-
2- 1/16 ALL 53 2.1 eron FC-type valve. Refer to
2- 9/16 to 10,000 85 3.4 specific Manufacturer’s Manual
for exact lubrication require-
2- 9/16 15,000 135 5.4 ments.
3- 1/8 to 10,000 133 5.3
3- 1/8 15,000 200 8.0
4- 1/8 to 5,000 270 10.8
4- 1/8 10,000 285 11.4
5- 1/8 5,000 455 18.2
5- 1/8 10,000 520 20.8
6- 1/8 ALL 650 26.0
6- 3/8 ALL 788 31.5
7- 1/16 ALL 1035 41.1
1. Remove the grease fitting cap located on the bon- Thread Material Heat
net flange OD. Engagement Treatment
2. Using Force Flow™-type gun, connect the grease 1/4” NPT 410 SS 22 RC max. (NACE)
gun coupler to the grease fitting. 1/4” NPT 316 SS Annealed (NACE)
3. Pump the appropriate amount of lubricant into the
body cavity. (Only required at new installation or
3/8” NPT 410 SS 22 RC max. (NACE)
after well control operations. 3/8” NPT 316 SS Annealed (NACE)
1/2” NPT 410 SS 22 RC max. (NACE)
Unusual (Temporary) Operating Conditions 1/2” NPT 316 SS Annealed (NACE)
If it becomes necessary to cement through, 3/4” NPT Available upon request
acidize through, or subject the valve to any other
unusual service: Vent Cap Fittings -w- Giant Button Heads
Takes screw-on or button-head type grease gun
1. Lubricate the valve body before it is put into op- coupler. Tested and approved for application
eration. though 10,000 psi maximum working pressure
2. Flush the valve with appropriate neutralizing fluid
after it is removed from service.
and temperatures to 600°F. All fittings are stain-
3. Operate the valve with fresh water or appropriate less steel.
neutralizing fluid in the line.
4. Lubricate the valve body cavity. (Reference Lubri- Thread Material Heat
cation Chart) Engagement Treatment
1/4” NPT 410 SS 22 RC max. (NACE)
Thrust Bearing Lubrication 1/4” NPT 316 SS Annealed (NACE)
Lubricate the thrust bearings as often as required 3/8” NPT 410 SS 22 RC max. (NACE)
to ensure smooth valve operation. 3/8” NPT 316 SS Annealed (NACE)
1/2” NPT 410 SS 22 RC max. (NACE)
1. Using a hand-held grease gun, connect the grease
1/2” NPT 316 SS Annealed (NACE)
gun fitting to the hydraulic grease fittings with a
hydraulic coupler. 3/4” NPT Available upon request
2. Pump lubricant into the fittings until clean grease
appears at the bleed port on the opposite side of
the bearing cap.
A/S A/S
(Figure 1-1)
Torque Chart
TS-70 Moly Paste
Bolt Diameter Nut Size 30% torque 50% torque 70% torque 100% torque
(inches) (inches) (ft-lbs) (ft-lbs) (ft-lbs) (ft-lbs)
3/4 1- 1/4 64 107 150 215
7/8 1- 7/16 102 171 239 341
1 1- 5/8 153 254 356 509
1- 1/8 1- 13/16 219 365 511 731
1- 1/4 2 302 504 706 1008
1- 3/8 2- 13/16 404 674 943 1348
1- 1/2 2- 3/8 527 878 1229 1755
1- 5/8 2- 9/16 671 1119 1566 2237
1- 3/4 2- 3/4 840 1400 1960 2800
1- 7/8 2- 15/16 1035 1725 2415 3450
2 3- 1/8 1258 2096 2935 4192
2- 1/4 3- 1/2 1794 2991 4187 5981
2- 1/2 3- 7/8 2465 4108 5752 8217
2- 3/4 4- 1/4 2972 4953 6934 9906
3 4- 5/8 3861 6435 9009 12871
3- 1/4 5 4912 8187 11462 16374
3- 1/2 5- 3/8 6138 10230 14323 20461
3- 3/4 5- 3/4 7553 12588 17623 25176
4 6- 1/8 9169 15282 21394 30564
4- 1/4 6- 1/2 8685 14475 20265 28949
4- 1/2 6- 7/8 10312 17186 24060 34372
4- 3/4 7- 1/4 12130 20216 28303 40432
5 7- 5/8 14150 23583 33016 47165
5- 1/4 8 16382 27303 38225 54607
5- 1/2 8- 3/8 18838 31396 43954 62792
5- 3/4 8- 3/4 21527 35878 50230 71757
6 9- 1/8 24461 40768 57075 81536
Torque Chart
Grade B7 Capscrews
The following torques are based on capscrews that are new, clean and well lubricated at the threads and bearing
surfaces. These capscrews may be plated or non-plated. Cameron recommendations. (105,000 psi minimum yield)
Hub-type Clamp
Make-up Procedure
Assemble the clamp halves on the appropriate
clamp hubs using bolt torque and lubrication
information in ‘Hub-type Clamp Torque/Lube
Chart’. Spacing between the clamp halves
should be approximately equal when tightening
the bolting. (fig. 1-3) Assembly should be aided
by using lubrication on the hub-to-clamp con-
tact areas (fig. 1-2) and by jarring the clamps
during the bolt up operation.
CLean & Lubricate
Clamp Holding Faces
Prior to Make-up
(Figure 1-2)
Torque/Lube Chart
Hub-type Clamp
Clamp Hub Bore Clamp Use Bolt API 5A Lube TS-70 Moly
Number Size & WP Styles Wrench Size Torque (ft-lbs) Torque (ft-lbs)
1 1- 13/16” -10M 2-Bolt 1- 7/16” AF 7/8” 270 180
2- 1/16” -5M 4-Bolt 1- 7/16” AF 7/8” 135 90
2 1- 13/16” -15M 2-Bolt 1- 13/16” AF 1- 1/8” 600 400
2- 1/16” -10M 4-Bolt 1- 7/16” AF 7/8” 270 180
2- 9/16” -5M
3 1- 13/16” -20M 2-Bolt 2” AF 1- 1/4” 825 550
2- 1/16” -15M 4-Bolt 1- 5/8” AF 1” 400 275
2- 1/16” -20M
2- 9/16” -15M
4 2- 9/16” -10M 2-Bolt 1- 13/16” AF 1- 1/8” 600 400
3- 1/8” -5M 4-Bolt 1- 5/8” AF 1” 400 275
5 3- 1/8” -10M 2-Bolt 1- 13/16” AF 1- 1/8” 600 400
4- 1/16” -5M 4-Bolt 1- 5/8” AF 1” 400 275
6 2- 9/16” -20M 2-Bolt 2- 3/8” AF 1- 1/2” 1450 950
3- 1/8” -15M 4-Bolt 1- 13/16” AF 1- 1/8” 600 400
4- 1/16” -10M
7 7- 1/16” -5M RX 2-Bolt 2- 3/4” AF 1- 3/4” 2300 1500
4-Bolt 2- 3/16” AF 1- 3/8” 1100 700
8 3- 1/8” -20M 2-Bolt 3- 1/8” AF 2” 3500 2250
4- 1/16” -15M 4-Bolt 2- 3/8” AF 1- 1/2” 1450 950
7- 1/16” -5M BX
7- 1/16” -10M RX
9” -5M
9 11” -3M 2-Bolt 3- 1/8” AF 2” 3500 2250
4-Bolt 2- 3/16” AF 1- 3/8” 1100 700
10 4- 1/16” -20M 2-Bolt 3- 7/8” AF 2- 1/2” 7000 4400
7- 1/16” -10M BX 4-Bolt 2- 9/16” AF 1- 5/8” 1850 1200
7- 1/16” -15M RX
9” -10M
11” -5M
11 13- 5/8” -3M 2-Bolt 3- 1/2” AF 2- 1/4” 5500 3200
4-Bolt 2- 3/16” AF 1- 3/8” 1100 700
12 16- 3/4” -2M 2-Bolt 3- 1/8” AF 2” 3500 2250
4-Bolt 2- 3/16” AF 1- 3/8” 1100 700
13 13- 5/8” -5M 4-Bolt 3- 1/2” AF 2- 1/4” 5500 3200
14 16- 3/4” -3M 2-Bolt 3- 7/8” AF 2- 1/2” 7000 4400
4-Bolt 2- 9/16” AF 1- 5/8” 1850 1200
15 4- 1/16” -20M 2-Bolt 3- 7/8” AF 2- 1/2” 7000 4400
7- 1/16” -15M 4-Bolt 2- 9/16” AF 1- 5/8” 1850 1200
7- 1/16” -10M
16 20- 3/4” -2M 2-Bolt 3- 7/8” AF 2- 1/2” 5560 3500
21- 1/4” -2M 4-Bolt 2- 9/16” AF 1- 5/8” 1850 1200
Torque/Lube Chart
Hub-type Clamp
Clamp Hub Bore Clamp Use Bolt API 5A Lube TS-70 Moly
Number Size & WP Styles Wrench Size Torque (ft-lbs) Torque (ft-lbs)
17 20- 3/4” -3M 4-Bolt 3- 1/2” AF 2- 1/4” 4000 2600
18 20- 3/4” -2M 4-Bolt 3- 1/2” AF 2- 1/4” 5000 3200
20- 3/4” -3M
21- 1/4” -2M
19 16- 3/4” -5M 4-Bolt 3- 7/8” AF 2- 1/2” 7000 4400
20 30- 1/2” -1M 2-Bolt 3- 7/8” AF 2- 1/2” 7000 4400
4-Bolt 2- 3/8” AF 1- 1/2” 1450 950
21 24- 1/4” -1M 2-Bolt 3- 1/2” AF 2- 1/4” 5000 3200
4-Bolt 2” AF 1- 1/4” 800 550
22 7- 1/16” -15M BX 4-Bolt 3- 1/2” AF 2- 1/4” 5000 3200
11” -10M
23 36” -1M 4-Bolt 3- 1/2” AF 2- 1/4” 5000 3200
24 34” -1M 2-Bolt 3- 7/8” AF 2- 1/2” 7000 4400
4-Bolt 2- 9/16” AF 1- 5/8” 1850 1200
25 7- 1/16” -2M 2-Bolt 1- 5/8” AF 1” 400 275
4-Bolt 1- 7/16” AF 7/8” 270 180
26 18- 3/4” -15M 4-Bolt* 4- 5/8” AF† 3” 12,000 7600
21- 1/4” -7.5M 4-Bolt*** 5” AF† 4” 28,500 17,900
21- 1/4” -10M
27 18- 3/4” -10M 4-Bolt* 4- 1/4” AF† 2- 3/4” 9500 5900
21- 1/4” -5M 4-Bolt** 4- 5/8” AF† 3” 12,000 7600
4-Bolt*** 5” AF† 3- 1/4” 15,200 9600
28 11” -20M 4-Bolt* 4- 1/4” AF† 2- 3/4” 9500 5900
13- 5/8” -15M 4-Bolt*** 4- 5/8” AF† 3” 12,000 7600
16- 3/4” -10M
32 18- 3/4” -15M HBC 4-Bolt*** 8- 3/8”DIA 5- 1/2” ---- 52,0001
Hydraulic Tensioner
†: Purchase Outside
The lifting devices on Cameron clamps are Cameron has established the 25-cycle inter-
intended for use in handling ONLY the clamp val as a conservative requirement. With
Santa Fe International Corporation
assembly. They are NOT to be used to lift
clamps with other equipment attached.
objective evidence this interval may be
increased.
Maintenance for (1-17)
Valves & Ancillary Equipment
CLAMPS, FLANGES, NUTS & STUDS
Flange, Stud & Nut Maintenance Stud & Nut Inspection Procedure
Flanges, studs and nuts require to be regularly The stud or nut should be thoroughly cleaned of
inspected to ensure reliable pressure integrity is all grease, dirt and corrosion. Particular atten-
maintained. As a minimum the following shall tion should be given to the amount of corrosion
be performed: that has taken place. Any metal flakes found
should be examined to determine their origin.
General
It is important that the correct size and grade of 1. Any thread that shows signs of corrosion or rust
stud/nuts are used in API flanges or studded con- should be examined closely to determine the
nections. Generally for standard temperature ser- amount and must be able to pass the initial accep-
vice (0-250°F) the following are acceptable: tance criteria for the thread. Any corrosion that
removes more than 0.002” of material from the
Studs: ASTM A-193 Grade B7 surface is sufficient for requiring the threads to be
Nuts: ASTM A-194 Grade 2H retested.
2. Threads which are damaged in the following way
For low temperature service: cannot carry loads and should be included in the
‘Percent of Damaged Threads’ in the calculation
Studs: ASTM A-320 Grade L7M below:
Nuts: ASTM A-194 Grade 2HM • galling to sides
• increase of minor ID
Where the studs and nuts are exposed to H2S spe- • loss of major OD
cial grades may be required and further clarifica- • missing sections of thread
tion should be sought. 3. Percent of Damaged Threads:
Add together the total circumferential length of all
Between Wells damaged threads within one stud diameter in length
1. A thorough visual inspection on all studs and nuts along the stud axis. The location of the one stud
for corrosion or damage must be performed. diameter length is to be chosen to give the largest
2. Studs or nuts that are badly corroded or damaged total of damaged threads. If the total of damaged
should be replaced. threads is greater than 5% of the initial undam-
aged thread, the part should be scrapped. Use
3 Years the following equation to determine the percent of
damaged threads:
1. Dismantle all studs and nuts. Inspect for corrosion
or damage. Replace any that show signs of above. LDT
PDT = x 100
2. Ring grooves should be NDE (dye pen, MPI) in- 3.14 (NDIA)2n
spected.
Where:
3. Ring grooves should be dimensionally inspected
PDT = percent of damaged threads
for compliance to API 6A.
LDT = length of damaged threads
NDIA = nominal diameter of threads
n = number of threads per inch
4. Fatigue cracks are not normally found in nuts, how- Temperature Ratings
ever, studs and capscrews should be visually in-
spected for any indication of cracks. Studs or Temperature Min / Max Min / Max
capscrews that have seen high cyclic loads, such Classification (°F) (°C)
as frequent pressure testing, are particularly sus- K -75 to 180 -60 to 82
ceptible to cracking. An appropriate method, such
as magnetic particle, should be used to check for L -50 to 180 -46 to 82
cracks. If any cracks are found the part should be P -20 to 180 -29 to 82
scrapped. R Room Temp. Room Temp.
5. Overall condition of studs and nuts should be ex- S 0 to 150 -18 to 66
amined for galling, dents and straightness. Spe- T 0 to 180 -18 to 82
cial attention should be given to the bearing sur-
faces of the nut. If flat or spherical washers are U 0 to 250 -18 to 121
used, these should also be inspected. Galling at V 35 to 250 2 to 121
these locations indicate over-torquing, insufficient
material strength, or insufficient lubrication. Any
damaged parts should be scrapped.
NUTS
ASTM Spec. Grades Heavy: A194 A194 A194 A194 A194 A194 A194
2H, 2HM, 2H, 2HM, 2H, 2HM, 2H, 2HM, GR 2HM GR 2HM GR 2HM
4, or 7 4, or 7 4, or 7 4, or 7
Hardness
per NACE MR0175: No No No No Yes Yes Yes
Charpy Testing Required: No No No No No No No
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Maintenance for (1-19)
Valves & Ancillary Equipment
CLAMPS, FLANGES, NUTS & STUDS
HAMMER UNIONS The seals (if fitted) in the female wing half should
be replaced on a 12-18 month basis or as re-
When selecting a union ensure that the union quired if damaged. The profiles on both the male
through bore is correct ID to suit pipe or hose and female halves should be inspected, and if
that is going to be used. In some cases to meet damaged with gouges or corrosion should be
this requirement a larger size union may have replaced.
to be installed, for example, a 3" ID hose will
require a 4" union to be installed to ensure no Swivel unions, if fitted with a H.P. grease nipple,
flow restriction is encountered. The same ap- should be lubricated with recommended grease,
plies to the OD of the butt-weld union. This rotated and worked on a six month basis or af-
should match the OD of the pipe to which it is ter each usage prior to re-storage. Non-greased
being welded. swivels should be inspected (stripped/checked)
every 18-24 months.
At all times when using hammer unions it is im-
perative that both halves male/female are of the To meet H2S service requirements, the following
same rating and model number. options are available:
Accidents have been reported as there are sev- Use a higher rated union, for example, use a
eral model numbers of different pressure rating 1502 on a 10000 system or 1002 on a 5000
that will make up. Ensure before connection that system. At this time the only union that is 100%
both male/female halves are 100% compatible. H2S rated is the 2202 union for the 20000 sys-
tems. De-rating of the union is acceptable prac-
Threads should be cleaned, greased and pro- tice, but you must not use a system rated fitting
tected after each usage. Threads should be in- for H2S service. If you do, it will de-rate the
spected on a six month basis to ensure a full entire system.
profile is in place. If threads are heavily cor-
roded or rounded at the tops, the union should It is advisable when having the major 18-24
be replaced. month inspection that units should be returned
to a certified shop for this inspection so items
Pipe dope should not be used to lubricate threads can be issued with a new certificate of conform-
at make-up. A good quality grease as recom- ance.
mended in the Santa Fe list (Figure A-1 ‘Lube
List’) should be used, preferably with a high Moly
content.