A mudhose is used to transport water-based and oil-based muds and other fluids. It is made up of a tube, reinforcement and cover.
It is manufactured in accordance with API 7K specifications, and comes equipped with various fittings. It can withstand high pressure up to 5kpsi.
High pressure mud hose characteristics
High pressure mud hose is used in oil drilling. It is made of a special rubber and synthetic mixture. The hose’s structure is made up of multiple layers of rubber and a metal braid.
The high pressure mudhose is designed to transport water, oil, and mud from a rotating rig to the well site. It is also resistant against hydrogen sulfide corrosion.
It has many different applications. It can be used for mud hose, vibrating hose, or cementing hose to offshore and land drilling.
High pressure mud hoses are flexible and can be handled more easily than other types of hoses. It is also durable and has a small diameter.
It features strong, pull-resistant connectors. This feature greatly improves the pressure resistance and safety performance of the hose. This feature prevents workers from being injured or falling off the hose.
how to extend the life of high pressure mud hose
The production process for high pressure mudhose is straightforward, but there are a few things you should keep in mind to ensure it lasts. Make sure that the hose is stored in a cool, dry and dust-free area to avoid damage from abrasion or UV radiation.
During handling, the hose should be straight as possible and should not be twisted. Twisting can reduce the hydraulic hose’s service life.
Twisting five degrees can reduce its life expectancy by 70%, and seven degrees by 90%.
It is also important to make sure that the hose is not subjected to pulsations during drilling operations. High pressure mud hoses can be affected by flow rates, abrasive media, and oil base muds.
It is important to select a hose assembly that will not be affected. This includes selecting a lining material that will not corrode or absorb abrasion and become brittle from the conveyed medium.
To extend its life expectancy, high pressure mud hoses are made with multiple layers of high-tensile steel wire reinforcement and a stainless steel armor. It is also available in various lengths and sizes for different needs.
high pressure mud hose steel wire fault
There are many factors that can influence the production of high pressure mud-hose. For example, if the high pressure mud hose fittings are blown off, this will lead to the wire reinforcement being worn down. This will affect the quality of the mud hose.
The hose cover could also be affected. This can lead to fluids, bubbles, and leaking.
This can be caused by improper crimping during assembly. Improper crimping can lead to the hose tube breaking away from the fitting.
Another common failure mode is an outside bend that has set (usually oval-shaped), but is still flexible. This is often a sign that the hose bend radius has been exceeded.
Depending on the application, this can result in excessive working pressure or heat being generated within the hose. Either way, it will eventually break down the hose and result in its failure.
Other problems can include external damage to the hose cover, or kinks or crushed sections on the hose tube that will break down the reinforcement. The hose can also be damaged from high temperatures in its environment, which will decrease the pressure rating of the hose and lead to discoloration, cracking or hardness. These issues are very common and can be avoided by following the appropriate maintenance schedules.
