COPPER SUPREME SPECIAL BLEND®
Non-Lead/Non-Zinc Thread Compound
COLOR Dark copper
PENETRATION 300 - 320 (ASTM D 217)
WEIGHT/GALLON 10.2 pounds/gallon
DROPPING POINT 500ºF/260ºC (typ)
FLASH POINT 385ºF/196ºC (min)
BRUSHABLE TO 15ºF/-9ºC
SERVICE RATING 600ºF/316ºC
TORQUE FACTOR 1.1 (per API RP 7A1)*
CONTAINS
Copper flake, synthetic and amorphous
graphite, and other nonmetallic additives
Copper Supreme Special Blend has been developed as an answer to the
environmental restrictions and exposure concerns associated with the use of lead and
zinc drill collar/tool joint thread compounds. It contains copper flake combined with a
proprietary blend of amorphous and synthetic graphites, along with oxidation and H2S
inhibitors, in a high temperature base grease. In addition to the galling and seizing
protection provided by the solids, it also contains a soluble extreme pressure package
that is surface active (adheres to metal surfaces) and helps to provide the load carrying
capability required by the high bearing stresses present in rotary shouldered
connections. Copper Supreme Special Blend has a torque correction factor of 1.1 (10%
additional torque required) which will provide additional resistance to down-hole
makeup as compared to lead or zinc compounds. It applies easily in a wide range of
temperatures and conditions, is resistant to wash-out and will not harden or bleed
excessively in storage.
RECOMMENDED FOR all drilling applications (rotary-shouldered connections), including high
temperature environments. Also effective for use on open gear jackup legs.
*API RP 7A1: “Recommended Practice for Testing of Thread Compound for Rotary Shouldered Connections”
NOTE: Due to operation and equipment variables, this value may require adjustment based on field experience.
DO NOT USE ON OXYGEN LINES OR IN OXYGEN ENRICHED ATMOSPHERES.