Information About Wellhead Handling Tools

Information About Wellhead Handling Tools

The difference between manual tong and power tong is that manual tong is a large wrench that is operated by hand, while power tong is a pneumatically or hydraulically operated tool that can apply more torque and speed. Manual tong is usually used for tubing, casing, or small drill pipe, while power tong is used for larger drill pipe, riser strings, or premium connections. Power tong is also safer and more efficient than manual tong, as it reduces the risk of human error and injury. However, power tong is more expensive and complex than manual tong, and may require more maintenance and calibration.

Wellhead handling tools are used on wellhead, to hold or to lift drill string. Drill string is the term used to describe the connected pipes that are used to drill a well. Wellhead handling tools include elevator, manual tong, link, slip, power tong, etc. They are designed and manufactured according to API certifications.

Elevator: A device that is used to latch to the drill pipe or casing to facilitate the lowering or lifting of pipe into or out of the wellbore.

Manual tong: A large wrench that is used to make up or break out drill pipe, casing, tubing, or other pipe.

Link: A short, heavy, U-shaped component that is used to connect the elevator to the hook.

Slip: A device that is used to grip the drill pipe or casing and suspend it in the wellbore.

Power tong: A pneumatically or hydraulically operated tool that is used to make up or break out pipe.