VAM TOP® FE
The Fatigue-Enhanced version of the vastly recognized and field-proven VAM TOP, suitable for Top Tension Riser strings.
VAM TOP ® FE is a T&C riser connection suitable for high fatigue applications where internal gas-tightness is required. It is ideal for Drilling, Inner Production, Completion/Workover or Landing String riser applications.
Benefits
Benefits
Title
Along with high anti-galling resistance.
Field-proven design
Performances qualified per ISO 13679 guidelines, and proven on the field.
Compatible with VAM TOP ®
For easy crossover management.
Performance
Performance, Application & Product Range
Performances
- Enhanced fatigue performance: SAF ≤ 2 vs. DNV-B1 curve (air)
- Internal pressure rating: 100% pipe body
- Collapse rating: 100% API 5C3 (or HC)
- Tension capacity: 100% pipe body with sealability
- Compression capacity: 60% pipe body with sealability
- Gas sealability validated with combined axial loads and pressure as per ISO 13679 guidelines
- Up to 25 Make-and-Breaks before need of refurbishment / recut and rethread
- High yield material allows for lighter weight pipes compared to “drilling type” riser strings
Applications
VAM TOP ® FE is suitable for challenging top tension riser applications:
- Drilling Riser
- Inner Production Riser
- Workover / Completion Riser / Landing String
Product Range
Product Range
- Available in sizes from 6-5/8″ to 14″
- Carbon Steels including SS and HC grades
- Yield Strengths up to 125 ksi
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Documents & Resources
Stories
Customer Story
Stories
Customer Story
VAM TOP®
VAM TOP® FE has been extensively run in the Field over the last 20 years by most major operators, with over 1 million foot sold worldwide, mainly in Gulf of the Mexico.
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