VAM® EDGE SF+

Premium semi-flush connection with ultra high torque capacity for Shale applications

A gas-tight semi-flush premium connection, VAM® EDGE SF+’s high-tension efficiency plus extreme high-torque capacity make it ideal to run a full string length as production casing in shale wells. Designed specifically for extreme shale applications, VAM® EDGE SF+ offers a single Fit for-Shale solution for both vertical and extended laterals up to 15,000ft.

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Benefits
Benefits
Extreme High Torque
Unmatched rotational torque capability, ideal for longer laterals pushing 15,000ft.
Fast Running
Tapered two-step thread design enables deep stabbing with no risk of cross-threading. Makes up in as little as 4-5 turns.
High Clearance
Slim, semi-flush design provides high clearance with high tension and compression ratings.
Performance
Performance, Application & Product Range

Performances

  • Internal pressure rating: 100% pipe body (liquid)
  • Collapse rating: 100% API 5C3
  • Tension and compression capacity: up to 85% pipe body
  • Bending capacity up to 40°/100 ft under combined loads
  • Excellent jump-out resistance with a dovetail locking thread form
  • Gas sealability validated as per API RP 5C5:2017 / ISO 13679:2019 CAL-II, in addition to a fit-for-purpose Shale test program including frac-cycles and fatigue testing

Applications

VAM® EDGE SF+ is designed to answer shale plays challenges:

    • Fracking and Production string in shale wells
    • Rotating the strings downhole
    • Long laterals and Extended Reach wells
Product Range
Product Range
  • Available in 4-1/2″, 5″ and 5-1/2″ diameters
  • Carbon steels, including high collapse grades
  • Yield Strengths from 95 to 125 ksi
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High Torque for Extended Reach Challenges
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Stories
Customer Story
A continuous success story
  With over 70,000 joints (~57,700 MT) run in the field, VAM® EDGE SF+ is extensively used as production casing in US shale plays (Haynesville, Permian, Eagle Ford). “This high-performance solution allows us to set intermediate strings at least 2,000 feet deeper with maximum clearance. Extensive teamwork produced a customized yet cost effective design without sacrificing excellent performance.” A Permian Operator
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