Talon 3D Vector-Accurate PDC Bits
Overview
Talon 3D Vector-Accurate PDC Bits Improve directional control and performance for superior curve and lateral drilling
Applications Unconventional Low-HSI Curve
shale formations
conditions
and/or lateral drilling
Features and Benefits Designed
with the exclusive Baker Hughes DART process –– Saves costs by reducing NPT and maximizing drilling program effectiveness –– Reduces risk by tailoring the bit for the reservoir’s characteristics
The Hughes Christensen Talon™ 3D high-efficiency, vector-accurate PDC bit from Baker Hughes improves rates of penetration (ROP), drilling efficiency, and directional control in curve and/or lateral sections of unconventional formations. The one-piece steel frame increases hydraulic and mechanical efficiency, while its short bit-to-bend dimension delivers better buildup rate aggressiveness with longer life in shale plays and other challenging formations.
Superior performance starts with the DART process Every Talon 3D drill bit begins with the Baker Hughes DART™ drilling application review process. This collaborative process combines new and existing technology, extensive knowledge, and innovative designs to find exactly the right drill bit for your specific application. In every case, the goal is to develop solutions that improve performance while minimizing drilling and completion costs and reducing nonproductive time (NPT).
Armed with an in-depth understanding of your objectives and reservoir challenges, a cross-functional team of Baker Hughes drilling experts brings more than 100 years of experience to the project, along with advanced Baker Hughes technical resources. These include proprietary software applications, a comprehensive knowledge database, an advanced drilling technology laboratory, and a sophisticated research rig and downhole simulator— all focused on improving the individual performance of your drill bit.
Reduce days on well Talon 3D bits incorporate diverging junk slot designs to improve hydraulic efficiency, even in low horsepower per square inch (HSI) applications. Optimally designed junk slots improve large-volume cuttings removal while the StaySharp™ polished cutters reduce cuttings size and balling to heighten evacuation efficiency. In combination with precisely shaped and positioned blades and nozzles, these cutters increase capacity and flow, resisting pack-off incidents and enabling you to
Baker
Hughes StaySharp proprietary, polished diamond cutter technology –– Improves run life and ROP with application-specific cutters –– Decreases friction on the cutter face to reduce wear and increase run life –– Reduces cutter balling, produces smaller cuttings, maximizes cutting evacuation, and improves ROP
Application-specific
bit profile design and cutting structures –– Improves mechanical efficiency, durability, and directional control
Diverging
junk slots
–– Increase hydraulic efficiency in low-HSI applications Baker
Hughes StayTough hardfacing
–– Reduces bit erosion, which boosts durability and reliability Short
bit-to-bend dimension
–– Increases build-up rate aggressiveness Patented
concentrated center aggressiveness technology –– Improves directional control –– Minimizes torque fluctuatons
TD505S vs. Avg Field Performance
1500 2500 3500
Avg MD, (
4500 5500 6500 7500 8500
80
100
120
140
160
180
200
220
Avg ROP, (/hr TD505S
TD505S Avg
drill faster and farther. At the same time, the application-specific bit profile, gauge design, and cutting structures improve mechanical efficiency and durability. Improved mechanical efficiency means more energy for rock removal, less vibration, and increased cutter durability —all factors that boost ROP and run life.
Increase directional control The Baker Hughes patented concentrated center aggressiveness features help you to quickly and accurately handle most directional needs, striking a balance between radial-to-axial forces imposed by the bottomhole assembly during drilling. The short bit-to-bend dimension improves directional control on conventional assemblies and increases the side force at the bit on rotary steerable assemblies. This increased control improves steerability and buildup rate aggressiveness to ensure peak performance in extended-reach laterals. When paired with an optimized conventional drilling system, Talon 3D bits
HCD504X
Compe8tor 1
Compe8tor 2
can also improve performance, getting through laterals and into the pay zone with exceptional speed.
Maximize run life Talon 3D drill bits are engineered and manufactured to endure the most challenging drilling environments. As part of that process, every bit uses the new Baker Hughes StayTough™ hardfacing process, which combines advanced metallurgy with precision welding procedures to give Talon bits maximum levels of strength and durability. This proprietary hardfacing process reduces bit erosion and prevents damage to the bit body from rock formations and debris. This, in turn, further improves run life, helping operators redefine traditional interval well construction plans by drilling curve and lateral sections faster, more reliably, and with fewer bits. The use of proprietary high-alloy steel also increases bit integrity and reliability.
Compe8tor 3
For example, in the Haynesville shale, Baker Hughes deployed a 6 ¾-in. Talon 3D drill bit for an operator seeking to improve drilling time through the curve and lateral sections in an interbedded formation. The Talon bit increased hydraulic efficiency, converting a traditionally two-bit interval run into one fast run—drilling up to 41% faster and 181% farther than direct offsets. For more information on how Talon 3D high-efficiency, vector-accurate PDC bits can increase directional control and improve unconventional drilling operations in even the toughest formations, contact your Baker Hughes representative today or visit www.bakerhughes.com/Talon3D.
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. © 2012 Baker Hughes Incorporated. All rights reserved. 36358 7/12
Talon 3D Vector-Accurate PDC Bits Improve directional control and performance for superior curve and lateral drilling
Applications Unconventional Low-HSI Curve
shale formations
conditions
and/or lateral drilling
Features and Benefits Designed
with the exclusive Baker Hughes DART process –– Saves costs by reducing NPT and maximizing drilling program effectiveness –– Reduces risk by tailoring the bit for the reservoir’s characteristics
The Hughes Christensen Talon™ 3D high-efficiency, vector-accurate PDC bit from Baker Hughes improves rates of penetration (ROP), drilling efficiency, and directional control in curve and/or lateral sections of unconventional formations. The one-piece steel frame increases hydraulic and mechanical efficiency, while its short bit-to-bend dimension delivers better buildup rate aggressiveness with longer life in shale plays and other challenging formations.
Superior performance starts with the DART process Every Talon 3D drill bit begins with the Baker Hughes DART™ drilling application review process. This collaborative process combines new and existing technology, extensive knowledge, and innovative designs to find exactly the right drill bit for your specific application. In every case, the goal is to develop solutions that improve performance while minimizing drilling and completion costs and reducing nonproductive time (NPT).
Armed with an in-depth understanding of your objectives and reservoir challenges, a cross-functional team of Baker Hughes drilling experts brings more than 100 years of experience to the project, along with advanced Baker Hughes technical resources. These include proprietary software applications, a comprehensive knowledge database, an advanced drilling technology laboratory, and a sophisticated research rig and downhole simulator— all focused on improving the individual performance of your drill bit.
Reduce days on well Talon 3D bits incorporate diverging junk slot designs to improve hydraulic efficiency, even in low horsepower per square inch (HSI) applications. Optimally designed junk slots improve large-volume cuttings removal while the StaySharp™ polished cutters reduce cuttings size and balling to heighten evacuation efficiency. In combination with precisely shaped and positioned blades and nozzles, these cutters increase capacity and flow, resisting pack-off incidents and enabling you to
Baker
Hughes StaySharp proprietary, polished diamond cutter technology –– Improves run life and ROP with application-specific cutters –– Decreases friction on the cutter face to reduce wear and increase run life –– Reduces cutter balling, produces smaller cuttings, maximizes cutting evacuation, and improves ROP
Application-specific
bit profile design and cutting structures –– Improves mechanical efficiency, durability, and directional control
Diverging
junk slots
–– Increase hydraulic efficiency in low-HSI applications Baker
Hughes StayTough hardfacing
–– Reduces bit erosion, which boosts durability and reliability Short
bit-to-bend dimension
–– Increases build-up rate aggressiveness Patented
concentrated center aggressiveness technology –– Improves directional control –– Minimizes torque fluctuatons
TD505S vs. Avg Field Performance
1500 2500 3500
Avg MD, (
4500 5500 6500 7500 8500
80
100
120
140
160
180
200
220
Avg ROP, (/hr TD505S
TD505S Avg
drill faster and farther. At the same time, the application-specific bit profile, gauge design, and cutting structures improve mechanical efficiency and durability. Improved mechanical efficiency means more energy for rock removal, less vibration, and increased cutter durability —all factors that boost ROP and run life.
Increase directional control The Baker Hughes patented concentrated center aggressiveness features help you to quickly and accurately handle most directional needs, striking a balance between radial-to-axial forces imposed by the bottomhole assembly during drilling. The short bit-to-bend dimension improves directional control on conventional assemblies and increases the side force at the bit on rotary steerable assemblies. This increased control improves steerability and buildup rate aggressiveness to ensure peak performance in extended-reach laterals. When paired with an optimized conventional drilling system, Talon 3D bits
HCD504X
Compe8tor 1
Compe8tor 2
can also improve performance, getting through laterals and into the pay zone with exceptional speed.
Maximize run life Talon 3D drill bits are engineered and manufactured to endure the most challenging drilling environments. As part of that process, every bit uses the new Baker Hughes StayTough™ hardfacing process, which combines advanced metallurgy with precision welding procedures to give Talon bits maximum levels of strength and durability. This proprietary hardfacing process reduces bit erosion and prevents damage to the bit body from rock formations and debris. This, in turn, further improves run life, helping operators redefine traditional interval well construction plans by drilling curve and lateral sections faster, more reliably, and with fewer bits. The use of proprietary high-alloy steel also increases bit integrity and reliability.
Compe8tor 3
For example, in the Haynesville shale, Baker Hughes deployed a 6 ¾-in. Talon 3D drill bit for an operator seeking to improve drilling time through the curve and lateral sections in an interbedded formation. The Talon bit increased hydraulic efficiency, converting a traditionally two-bit interval run into one fast run—drilling up to 41% faster and 181% farther than direct offsets. For more information on how Talon 3D high-efficiency, vector-accurate PDC bits can increase directional control and improve unconventional drilling operations in even the toughest formations, contact your Baker Hughes representative today or visit www.bakerhughes.com/Talon3D.
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. © 2012 Baker Hughes Incorporated. All rights reserved. 36358 7/12
