This article is a synopsis of paper SPE 52769, "Case History: Utilizing 5 1/2-in. Drillpipe in a Deepwater Gulf of Mexico Drilling Program," by R.W. Jenkins, SPE, Texaco E&P Inc.; J.F. Greenip, SPE, Hydril Co.; and B.A. Adams, SPE, Oil & Gas Rental Services Inc., originally presented at the 1999 SPE/IADC Drilling Conference, Amsterdam, 9-11 March.

Keywords:
breakout, liftout, elevator, strength, drilling equipment, tool joint, drillpipe, diameter, drilling operation, fh tool
Subjects:
Drill pipe selection, Drilling Equipment, Drilling Operations, Drillstring Design
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1999. Society of Petroleum Engineers
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