Power Tong

Power Tongs are specialized, high-torque, self-locking hydraulic or pneumatic wrenches used in the oil and gas industry to safely and efficiently make up (tighten) or break out (loosen) tubular components, including casing, tubing, and drill pipes. They enhance rig floor safety by reducing manual labor and providing precise, consistent torque control.

Key Aspects of Power Tongs

Applications: Essential for running, pulling, and managing drill strings during drilling, workover, and well repair operations.
Types: Classified into tubing tongs, casing tongs, drill pipe tongs, and riser tongs, with some units featuring integrated backups to prevent unwanted pipe rotation.
Functionality: They combine spinning (fast rotation) and torquing (tightening) into one operation.
Safety and Efficiency: They minimize manual intervention, preventing injuries and reducing trip time.
Maintenance: Key components to monitor include the jaws, dies, and hydraulic systems to ensure optimal performance.

Common Features

Torque Control: Often equipped with data acquisition software for precise torque-turn monitoring.
Versatility: Capable of handling various pipe sizes using interchangeable jaws.
Standards: Manufactured to comply with API 7K and 8A, and ISO-9001 standards.

Popular manufacturers and suppliers include Starr Power Tongs, McCoy Global, AllTorque, and Weatherford

Power Tong for Drilling

ZQ127-25 is for 2-3/8" to 3-1/2" pipe, torque rated 18,440 ft-lbs (25,000 N.m).

ZQ162-50 is for 2 3/8" to 6-3/8" pipe, torque rated 36,880 ft-bs (50,000 N.m)

ZQ203-80 is for 4-1/2" to 8" pipe, torque rated 73,746 ft-lbs (100,00 N.m)

ZQ203-125 is for 4-1/2" to 8" pipe, torque rated 92,230 ft-lbs (125,000 N.m)

ZQ216-135 is for 5" to 8-1/2" pipe, torque rated 102,000 ft-lbs (138,000 N.m)

ZQ230-140 is for 4-3/4" to 9", torque rated 103,258 ft-lbs (140,000 N.m)

ZQ245-140 is for 4-1/2" to 9-5/8", torque rated 118,010 ft-lbs (160,000 N.m)

ZQ273-140 is for 4-1/2" to 10-3/4", torque rated 103,258 ft-lbs (140,000 N.m).

Power Tong for Casing

TQ178-16 is for 4" to 7" Casing, torque rated 11,800 ft-lbs (16,000 N.m)

TQ340-35 is for 4-1/2" to 13 3-/8" casing, torque rated 25,800 ft-lbs (35,000 N.m)

TQ356-55 is for 4-1/2" to 14" casing, torque rated 40,560 ft-lbs (55,000 N.m)

TQ340-85Y is for 4-1/2" to 13 3/8" casing, torque rated 62,700 ft-lbs (85,000 N.m)

TQ356-105Y is for 4 1/2" to 14" casing, torque rated 77,450 ft-lbs (105,000 N.m)

TQ381-110Y is for 5-1/2" to 14" Coupling casing, torque rated 81,000 ft-lbs (110,000 N.m)

TQ406-75Y is for 8-5/8" to 16", torque rated 55,300 ft-lbs (75,000 N.m)

TQ508-70Y is for 9-5/8" to 20" casing, torque rated 51,600 ft-lbs (70,000 N.m)

Power Tong for Tubing

XQ89/3YC is for 2-3/8" to 3-1/2" tubing, torque rated 2,213 ft-lbs (3,300 N.m)

XQ114-6YB is for 2-3/8" to 4-1/2" tubing, torque rated 4,425 ft-lbs (6,000 N.m)

XQ140-12Y is for 2-7/8" to 5-1/2" tubing, torque rated 8,850 ft-lbs (12,000 N.m)

XQ140-20 is for 1.66 to 5-1/2" tubing, torque rated 15,000 ft-lbs (20,000 N.m)

XQ140-30 is for 1.66 to 5-1/2" tubing, torque rated 22,500 ft-lbs (30,000 N.m)

XQ194-40 is for 2-3/8" to 7-5/8" tubing, torque rated 30,000 ft-lbs (40,000 N.m)

Power Tong for Sucker Rod

XQ28/1.8 is for 5/8" to 1-1/8" Sucker Rod, torque rated 1,327 ft-lbs (1,800 N.m)

XQ28/2.6 is for 5/8" to 1-1/8" Sucker Rod, torque rated 1,918 ft-lbs (2,600 N.m)