As an OEM drilling instrumentation manufacturer, providing reliable and accurate gauges to the oil and gas industry is essential. Gauges are pivotal in monitoring and controlling various parameters during drilling operations. In this blog post, we will explore different types of gauges used in drilling, including mud gauges, pressure gauges, specialized gauges and more. Let’s dive in!
Mud Gauges
The mud gauge, also known as the drilling fluid gauge, is a critical instrument for monitoring drilling mud properties. This gauge offers real-time mud density, viscosity, and filtration control measurements. By accurately observing mud properties, drilling operators can make necessary adjustments for optimal drilling performance and wellbore stability.
Flanged Mud Gauge
A flanged mud gauge is specialized for high-pressure applications in offshore drilling or deepwater environments. Its flanged connection provides a secure and leak-proof attachment to the piping system, ensuring accurate mud pressure measurements.
Choke Panel Gauge
The choke panel gauge is an essential instrument for monitoring and regulating the choke manifold during well control operations. It provides critical pressure readings upstream and downstream of the choke manifold, ensuring safe and controlled pressure levels during well control procedures.
Tong Torque Gauge
Tong torque gauges are designed to measure the torque applied by drilling rig tongs, which are used for making up or breaking out drill pipes and other tubular components. These gauges provide accurate torque readings, helping operators avoid over-tightening or under-tightening connections, ensuring proper makeup and preventing potential failures.
Iron Roughneck Gauge
The iron roughneck gauge, a mechanized device used for making up or breaking out drill pipe connections, is utilized to measure and monitor the performance and pressure of the iron roughneck system. This gauge ensures safe and efficient pipe-handling operations by providing accurate pressure readings.
Wireline Gauge
Wireline gauges are specialized instruments used in wireline operations to measure and monitor tension, pressure, and other factors related to the wireline cable. These gauges provide critical information to ensure the integrity and safety of wireline operations.
Slickline Gauge
Slickline gauges are similar to wireline gauges but are used specifically for slickline operations. They measure tension, pressure, and other parameters related to the slickline cable, assisting in maintaining optimal conditions and ensuring safe and successful operations.
Martin Decker Gauge
Martin Decker gauges are renowned for their accuracy and reliability in measuring and monitoring weight and tension during drilling and well-intervention operations. These gauges are commonly used in truck-mounted rigs, workover rigs, and other drilling rigs for precise weight measurements, especially during fishing or wellbore cleanout operations.
As an OEM drilling instrumentation manufacturer, Contact Instruments offers a comprehensive range of gauges for the oil and gas industry. By focusing on accuracy, reliability, and durability, we strive to contribute to the success and productivity of drilling operations. Our commitment to delivering high-quality gauges ensures that the industry can rely on precise data for optimal performance and enhanced safety.