Energy Efficiency     

As an energy conversion device, turbodrills and PDMs provide more power to the bit when they are more efficient. Because of the nature of the free-running, balanced design of a turbodrill, it is far more efficient than a PDM, which creates more internal friction and wastes energy due to unbalanced and eccentric design.

Power Output

The superior energy efficiency of the turbodrill translates directly into more power available at the bit to destroy the rock faster for high rates of penetration.  The turbodrill maintains its high power output throughout the run. 

Reliability/Operating Life

Turbodrills, designed as precision high-performance downhole tools, achieve downhole runs of over 400 hours to 600 hours.

HPHT Capability

Because a turbodrill has no elastomeric material in the power section, tool performance is exceptional even when run in high temperatures and pressures.

Underbalanced Drilling

Turbodrills can operate effectively in applications where two-phase drilling fluid is used.  In critical applications where there are concerns about fluid contamination of the reservoir, turbodrilling with highly gas-cut mud systems can help ensure that both drilling and production objectives are met.

Borehole Quality

Turbodrills consistently deliver a smooth and concentric wellbore.  With superior toolface control and high degree of stabilization on the turbodrill, hole spiraling and severe localized doglegs are minimized.  The result is trouble-free running of casing and reduced cementing costs.

Operating Costs

The ultimate advantage of a turbodrill is the tool's ability to consistently deliver lower operating costs by  reducing drilling time.  The value of the more robust high performance turbodrill is realized by increased ROP, the substantial reduction in tripping time due to non-planned events and the increase in operational efficiency derived from more time on-bottom due to high tool reliability and extended drive train life.