Genesis General-Purpose PDC Drill Bit
Overview
Genesis General-Purpose PDC Drill Bit Improve drilling performance while minimizing cost and risk
The Hughes Christensen Genesis™ general-purpose PDC bit from Baker Hughes consistently optimizes drilling performance and minimizes nonproductive time, days on well, and drilling costs in virtually any drilling environment. The bit’s time-tested stable frames, improved cutter technology, lateral movement mitigator (LMM), enhanced gauge, and efficient hydraulic designs allow operators to stay in the hole for longer periods of time with expected rates of penetration (ROP). For directional applications, EZSteer™ depth-ofcut technology provides tool face control at higher ROPs, while a new shorter shank design reduces the overall bit length for added control and buildup rate capabilities. Ranging in size from 4¾ to 28 in., every Genesis bit design was initially developed through the Baker Hughes DART™ drill bit design process to ensure that these PDC bits provide the optimum combination of drilling efficiency and durability for specific formations—essentially, the right bit for the right application. As a result, the Genesis general-purpose PDC bit has proven itself as a reliable performer worldwide for more than a decade in a broad range of formations.
Stay in the hole longer with enhanced performance and durability Through continual research and advancements, the latest Genesis bit cutter technology offers improved impact resistance, wear resistance, and aggressiveness—increasing performance
Applications Hard,
abrasive, and interbedded formations
Conventional
and unconventional shale formations
PDC-drillable
applications
Virtually
all cost-effective drilling environments
Features and Benefits Time-tested,
stable designs
–– Reduce vibration to improve cutter durability and extend bit life Genesis
PDC drill bit cutter technology
–– Increases durability with improved cutter wear resistance Patented EZSteer directional technology
and drilling economics toward the optimal outcome of better durability, prolonged bit life, and longer runs. Bit stability also plays a key role in cutter durability and drilling efficiency. Adding the patented LMM to the Genesis bit design helps reduce bit vibration severity and increase resistance to whirl for improved cutter protection and stability. The LMM is formed by building up the blade and upper shoulder behind the primary cutters. An enhanced gauge on the Genesis PDC bit adds gauge pad protection to prevent hole spiraling and potential hole problems. The bit is then allowed to continue drilling a smoother, uniform borehole for more effective completions.
–– Improves ROP and tool life in directional applications while offering better depth-of-cut control for both motor and rotary steerable applications Optimized
hydraulics
–– Enhance hydraulic efficiency by ensuring balance between fluid flow, cutter cooling, and erosion –– Maximize cuttings removal –– Reduce bit balling Patented
LMM
–– Reduces vibration severity and protects shoulder cutters from impact loads Enhanced
gauge protection
–– Ensures a quality borehole and maintains gauge durability Short
shank design
–– Improves control in directional drilling by decreasing makeup length
Hydraulic efficiency is imperative to maximize cuttings removal and reduce the bit’s tendency to ball. The hydraulic configuration of every Genesis bit design is optimized through a proprietary computational fluid dynamics optimization process that reduces balling tendencies, improves cutter cooling, and limits fluid erosion. StayTough™ hardfacing is also available on steel-body bits— this hardfacing incorporates advanced metallurgy and proprietary application techniques to reduce bit erosion and prevent damage to the bit body from rock formations. Without sacrificing ROP, these features work to produce smoother, more efficient drilling performance for longer periods.
Add efficiency through directional control To ensure better control in motor and rotary steerable applications, Genesis PDC bits have been designed with additional directional control features. A new shorter shank decreases makeup length, increases steerability, and delivers better buildup rate capabilities, while the Baker Hughes EZSteer™ directional technology reduces reactive torque fluctuations from increased weight on bit for better directional precision, higher ROP, and increased efficiencies. For more information on how the Genesis general-purpose PDC drill bit can consistently improve drilling performance in cost-effective environments, contact a Baker Hughes representative today or visit www.bakerhughes.com.
Genesis Bit Cutter Wear Resistance Over Time 6 5
Relative wear
4 3 2 1 0
2001 Original Genesis
2004 Genesis XT
2013 Genesis
www.bakerhughes.com Disclaimer of Liability: This information is provided for general information purposes only and is believed to be accurate as of the date hereof; however, Baker Hughes Incorporated and its affiliates do not make any warranties or representations of any kind regarding the information and disclaim all express and implied warranties or representations to the fullest extent permissible by law, including those of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose or use, title, non-infringement, accuracy, correctness or completeness of the information provided herein. All information is furnished “as is” and without any license to distribute. The user agrees to assume all liabilities related to the use of or reliance on such information. BAKER HUGHES INCORPORATED AND ITS AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE, EXEMPLARY OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FROM ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ITS NEGLIGENCE. © 2013 Baker Hughes Incorporated. All rights reserved. 37595 07/2013
Genesis General-Purpose PDC Drill Bit Improve drilling performance while minimizing cost and risk
The Hughes Christensen Genesis™ general-purpose PDC bit from Baker Hughes consistently optimizes drilling performance and minimizes nonproductive time, days on well, and drilling costs in virtually any drilling environment. The bit’s time-tested stable frames, improved cutter technology, lateral movement mitigator (LMM), enhanced gauge, and efficient hydraulic designs allow operators to stay in the hole for longer periods of time with expected rates of penetration (ROP). For directional applications, EZSteer™ depth-ofcut technology provides tool face control at higher ROPs, while a new shorter shank design reduces the overall bit length for added control and buildup rate capabilities. Ranging in size from 4¾ to 28 in., every Genesis bit design was initially developed through the Baker Hughes DART™ drill bit design process to ensure that these PDC bits provide the optimum combination of drilling efficiency and durability for specific formations—essentially, the right bit for the right application. As a result, the Genesis general-purpose PDC bit has proven itself as a reliable performer worldwide for more than a decade in a broad range of formations.
Stay in the hole longer with enhanced performance and durability Through continual research and advancements, the latest Genesis bit cutter technology offers improved impact resistance, wear resistance, and aggressiveness—increasing performance
Applications Hard,
abrasive, and interbedded formations
Conventional
and unconventional shale formations
PDC-drillable
applications
Virtually
all cost-effective drilling environments
Features and Benefits Time-tested,
stable designs
–– Reduce vibration to improve cutter durability and extend bit life Genesis
PDC drill bit cutter technology
–– Increases durability with improved cutter wear resistance Patented EZSteer directional technology
and drilling economics toward the optimal outcome of better durability, prolonged bit life, and longer runs. Bit stability also plays a key role in cutter durability and drilling efficiency. Adding the patented LMM to the Genesis bit design helps reduce bit vibration severity and increase resistance to whirl for improved cutter protection and stability. The LMM is formed by building up the blade and upper shoulder behind the primary cutters. An enhanced gauge on the Genesis PDC bit adds gauge pad protection to prevent hole spiraling and potential hole problems. The bit is then allowed to continue drilling a smoother, uniform borehole for more effective completions.
–– Improves ROP and tool life in directional applications while offering better depth-of-cut control for both motor and rotary steerable applications Optimized
hydraulics
–– Enhance hydraulic efficiency by ensuring balance between fluid flow, cutter cooling, and erosion –– Maximize cuttings removal –– Reduce bit balling Patented
LMM
–– Reduces vibration severity and protects shoulder cutters from impact loads Enhanced
gauge protection
–– Ensures a quality borehole and maintains gauge durability Short
shank design
–– Improves control in directional drilling by decreasing makeup length
Hydraulic efficiency is imperative to maximize cuttings removal and reduce the bit’s tendency to ball. The hydraulic configuration of every Genesis bit design is optimized through a proprietary computational fluid dynamics optimization process that reduces balling tendencies, improves cutter cooling, and limits fluid erosion. StayTough™ hardfacing is also available on steel-body bits— this hardfacing incorporates advanced metallurgy and proprietary application techniques to reduce bit erosion and prevent damage to the bit body from rock formations. Without sacrificing ROP, these features work to produce smoother, more efficient drilling performance for longer periods.
Add efficiency through directional control To ensure better control in motor and rotary steerable applications, Genesis PDC bits have been designed with additional directional control features. A new shorter shank decreases makeup length, increases steerability, and delivers better buildup rate capabilities, while the Baker Hughes EZSteer™ directional technology reduces reactive torque fluctuations from increased weight on bit for better directional precision, higher ROP, and increased efficiencies. For more information on how the Genesis general-purpose PDC drill bit can consistently improve drilling performance in cost-effective environments, contact a Baker Hughes representative today or visit www.bakerhughes.com.
Genesis Bit Cutter Wear Resistance Over Time 6 5
Relative wear
4 3 2 1 0
2001 Original Genesis
2004 Genesis XT
2013 Genesis
www.bakerhughes.com Disclaimer of Liability: This information is provided for general information purposes only and is believed to be accurate as of the date hereof; however, Baker Hughes Incorporated and its affiliates do not make any warranties or representations of any kind regarding the information and disclaim all express and implied warranties or representations to the fullest extent permissible by law, including those of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose or use, title, non-infringement, accuracy, correctness or completeness of the information provided herein. All information is furnished “as is” and without any license to distribute. The user agrees to assume all liabilities related to the use of or reliance on such information. BAKER HUGHES INCORPORATED AND ITS AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE, EXEMPLARY OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FROM ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ITS NEGLIGENCE. © 2013 Baker Hughes Incorporated. All rights reserved. 37595 07/2013
