DWC/C is a very cost competitive product providing higher performance than API-BTC threads, thanks to its optimized thread profile and pin-to-pin shoulder (or coupling shoulder option).
It provides higher compression, bending resistance and higher torque capacity than BTC, making it the perfect solution for onshore applications such as shale plays and geothermal wells, and for drilling with casing challenges.
DWC/C is available with many options to meet operator challenges: higher torque design, internal shoulder coupling, seal ring feature, optimal coupling OD size, and more.
"DWC/C has been the most widely used semi-premium T&C connection in the US shale plays to date. It offered a cost effective solution to operators to overcome recurring issues with API BTC products, such as hoop stress failure of coupling, limited torque capacity, and poor sealability performance. Operators have praised the benefit of BTC compatibility, that allows them to use BTC accessories on the ground in case they have an urgent operational need. They keep a very good supply flexibility, while increasing the integrity of their wells with a better performing product."