THERMACOAT METAL TREATMENT

THERMACOAT Metal Treatment is the ultimate lubricant that protects all of the moving parts with a polarized layer of oil molecules that resist extreme friction, temperature, and wear.

 THERMACOAT

·        Increases Bit (and other downhole equipment) life.
·        Contains no particulate matter
·        No Moly or Graphite
·        Adds no “Thickness” to metal surfaces – ideal for threads and bearings.
·        Reduces friction, heat, and wear.
·        Contributes to increased drilling economy.
·        Reduces trips needed for bit replacement.
·        Helps maintain maximum horsepower.
·        Helps to protect downhole equipment in the event of shutdown.
·        Resists corrosion.
·        Interferes with metal – clay (gumbo) attraction.

THERMACOAT penetrates the metal and forms a molecular bond.

THERMACOAT is safe!

THERMACOAT significantly reduces friction and both adhesive and abrasive wear.

LUBRICATION and WEAR

Abrasive wear occurs on metal through one of two means:  Two-body or three-body abrasion.  Two-body abrasion occurs when a hard, rough surface slides against a softer surface, scoring and eroding it.  Three-body abrasion occurs when abrasive particles slide between two moving surfaces, embedding in the softer surface and cutting the harder surface.  The most severe condition occurs under high pressure where sliding metal surfaces may weld or seize under extreme load.

It is generally accepted that proper system lubrication has a profound effect upon abrasion and hence, the useful life of lubricants separate moving surfaces with a thin film that can be sheared at low resistance without damaging surfaces.  There are different lubrication modes and these can be distinguished by the thickness of the lubricant film.

CHIEF MODES OF LUBRICATION

 HYDRODYNAMIC LUBRICATION:

This mode of lubrication completely separates the moving surfaces by a continuos film.  This type of lubrication relies on the fluid properties of the lubricant, especially the viscosity.  The higher the fluid viscosity, the thicker the fluid film and the better the protection of the moving surfaces.

Since the surfaces are completely separated and never come into contact, no wear occurs in this lubrication mode.  However, when abrasive particles migrate into the system, abrasive wear occurs and the mechanical system performance is compromised.

 BOUNDARY LUBRICATION:

This mode of lubrication produces a thin film that may become thinner after time, causing the two moving surfaces to come into contact.  The type of wear caused by this contact is referred to as adhesive wear, galling or scuffing.

THERMACOAT:  WHAT IS SO GOOD ABOUT IT AND WHY IS IT SO DIFFERENT?

*   THERMACOAT  IS APPLIED UNDER HEAT AND TEMPERATURE!
*   THERMACOAT  FORMS A MONO-MOLECULAR BOND!
*   THERMACOAT  IS EXTREMELY SAFE!
*   THERMACOAT  WORKS IN THE PRESENCE OF DRILLING MUD,
     BRINES, WATER, SOLVENTS, AND PARTICULATES!
*   THERMACOAT   HAS MANY APPLICATIONS!
*   THERMACOAT   SAVES RIG TIME!
*   THERMACOAT   IS VERY ECONOMICAL TO USE!

1.           THERMACOAT  HAS UNUSUAL PROPERTIES!

THERMACOAT is a completely new technology.  As such, the closest affinity is with the family of high-quality synthetic motor oils.  It has absolutely no resins or particulates (such as P.T.F.E., metals,etc.) which can seriously damage bits and other equipment.  Once it has treated the metal (which occurs rapidly as an ionic bond), friction is dramatically reduced.  The metal at the surface is transformed to a complex metal compound that is highly resistant to friction, corrosion and rust.  The effect of the THERMACOAT treatment is a metal surface that has a much-reduced coefficient of elasticity.  On a steel surface (8620 steel) tested with an atomic force microscope, the coefficient of elasticity was reduced by a factor of 16.8 times.  This “stiffer” surface provides the friction reduction.  The treated metal surface must wear off before more THERMACOAT is needed.  In most bits, this can take 4 times the normal bit life or more.  Mud changes have no effect on the capability of the treated metal surface to continue to provide benefits. 

THERMACOAT is compatible with most water based, inverts and synthetic based drilling fluids as well as gear oils, hydraulic oils and greases.

2.      THERMACOAT IS EXTREMELY SAFE!

THERMACOAT is manufactured in a chemical reactor.  The resultant molecular structure is very dense and stable.  Since THERMACOAT is applied to the metal in our factory and since it forms a mono-molecular bond with the metal surface, no adverse environmental effects are seen.  It cannot cause harm to metal surfaces (it actually protects them).

3.      THERMACOAT WORKS IN ALL MUDS AND IN THE PRESENCE OF WATER,  SOL- VENTS,  AND PARTICULATES!

THERMACOAT has the unique ability to work in the presence of water, solvents and other contaminants.  It does this by giving the metal its own lubricating ability.  Oil contamination destroys the oil’s ability to provide the necessary film strength for continued lubrication.  The THERMACOAT treated metal surface can provide its own lubrication despite severely contaminated environments.  As for solvents, THERMACOAT continues to provide friction protection in the presence of such solvents as methanol, ethanol, naphtha, toluene and acetone.  THERMACOAT improves efficiency and extends the life of equipment.

4.      THERMACOAT HAS MANY APPLICATIONS!

• BITS

• STABILIZERS

• CASING

• DRILL STRING

• BEARINGS

• SCREENS

• DOWNHOLE EQUIPMENT

• CUTTING BLADES

 THERMACOAT IS PATENT PENDING