Purchasing Guide for Wellhead & Christmas Tree Equipment

With Reference to API 6A, 19th Edition, Including Changes in NACE MR0175, ISO 15156, Latest Edition.

OUR COMPANY
Stream-Flo Industries Ltd. is a privately owned and operated Canadian manufacturer of wellhead and christmas tree equipment, gate valves, ESDs and check valves. Founded in 1962, the company has grown to be one of the largest manufacturers of its kind in Canada and is continually expanding its export activities. Our commitment to core values of unceasingly improving and investing in technology and striving for high standards in our people has made Stream-Flo the successful company it is today. With this success, we are better equipped to provide excellent and consistent customer service. This customer service translates to improved quality, reduced cost of the finished product, and shorter delivery schedules. Further improvements are achieved through close partnering with material suppliers and subcontractors.

Table of Contents
Thoughts from the Corporate Quality Manager/Senior Metallurgist . . . . . . . . . . . iii API Specification 6A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Abbreviated Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 API 6A Applicable Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Significant Differences Between API 17 and 19 Editions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Quality Requirements: Bull Plug, Valve Removal Plug and Back Pressure Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Plan-Do-Check-Act . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Continual Improvement of the Quality Management System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Standard Material Applications: Bodies, Bonnets and End and Outlet Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Standard Material Property Requirements: Bodies, Bonnets and End and Outlet Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Charpy V Notch Impact Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Temperature Ratings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pressure Ratings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Material Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . API 6A Annex O: Material Class ZZ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . More NACE Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 7 8 8 8

Product Specification Levels (PSLs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 PSL Decision Tree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 API Marking Requirements and Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Quality Control Requirements: Bodies, Bonnets, End and Outlet Connections, and Hub End Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thread Markings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Quality Control Requirements for Welding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 . . . . . . . . 11 . . . . . . . . 11 . . . . . . . . 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 13 13 14

Relative Corrosivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Relative Corrosiveness of Retained Fluids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Factors Affecting Behavior in H2S Containing Environments . . . . . . . . . Severity of Sour Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

The API Monogram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Performance Verification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 API Order Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Guiding Principles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Canadian Head Office and Manufacturing Facility, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

United States Wellhead and Check Valve Business Units, Houston, Texas, USA

When coupled with Stream-Flo processes, API provisions, and applicable customer requirements, this booklet is intended to provide a common fundamental approach to quality management for the petroleum, petrochemical and natural gas industry.

Message from the Corporate Quality Manager/Senior Metallurgist

service the customer. We find out our customers needs and get it delivered in the best condition as quickly as possible.

First of all, at Stream-Flo, we have a strong desire to

Second, when I look at our corporate manufacturing operations, I see the commitment toward quality. We have a strong passion to make sure the customer is always satisfied, recognizing the value-added advantage of dealing with Stream-Flo Industries Ltd. Third, we monogram all our products, thereby reinforcing our conformance to API 6A and 6D, as applicable. Stream-Flo has stable operation, quality, marketing, and engineering organizations. With three metallurgists on staff, we provide comprehensive expertise to our customers: material selection, heat treatment, corrosion, welding, and solving metallurgical and welding problems. As Corporate Quality Manager and Senior Metallurgist over the past 25 years, I have seen the changes that have taken place within Stream-Flos systems and processes. Operations and management are committed to maturing and comprehensive quality, engineering, and materials program with documented procedures complying to API Q1 and ISO 9001. Martin Ishkanian

There are times when I

ask myself, What makes than the other guy? us a better choice

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API Specification 6A
API Specification 6A (ISO 10423) is the recognized industry standard for wellhead and christmas tree equipment that was formulated to provide for the availability of safe, dimensionally and functionally interchangeable wellhead and christmas tree equipment. This specification includes detailed requirements for the manufacture of tubular suspension equipment, valves, and fittings used at the location of oil and gas wells to contain and control pressure and fluid flows. Specification 6A also serves as the reference source for the design of flanged end and outlet connections for use at 2,000 to 20,000 psi maximum rated working pressures and a family of gate valves for use over these same pressure ranges. Since API Specification 18th Edition was withdrawn, this booklet covers the 19th Edition with references to the 17th Edition.

Abbreviated Terms
AQL CRA DAC ER FEA HAZ HBW HIP HRB HRC NDE NPT OEC OEM Acceptable Quality Level Corrosion Resistant Alloy Distance Amplitude Curve Equivalent Round Finite Element Analysis Heat Affected Zone Brinell Hardness Hot Isostatic Pressing Rockwell Hardness Scale B Rockwell Hardness Scale C Nondestructive Examination National Pipe Thread Other End Connection Original Equipment Manufacturer PQR PR PSL QTC r.m.s. RL Rm ROE SSV TC UNS USV WPQ WPS Procedure Qualification Record Performance Requirement Product Specification Level Qualification Test Coupon Root Mean Square Repair/Remanufacture Level Ultimate Tensile Strength Radius of Exposure Surface Safety Valve Test Coupon Unified Numbering System Underwater Safety Valve Welder Performance Qualification Welding Procedure Specification

API 6A Applicable Equipment

API Specification 6A covers wellhead and christmas tree equipment as follows: API 6A Applicable Equipment Casing and Valves Tubing and Chokes Hangers mandrel single hangers valves slip multiple hangers valves actuated valves valves prepared for actuators check valves chokes surface and underwater safety valves and actuators back-pressure valves

Wellhead Equipment casing head housings casing head spools tubing head spools cross-over spools multi-stage head housings and spools

Connectors and Fittings cross-over connectors tubing head adaptors top connectors tees and crosses fluid sampling devices adaptor and spacer spools

Loose Connectors 1 weld neck connections blind connectors threaded connectors adaptor and spacer connections bull plugs valves removal plugs

Other Equipment actuators hubs presure boundary penetrations ring gaskets running and testing tools (in Annex H) wear bushings (in Annex H)

Flanged, threaded, other end connectors (OEC) and welded. Note: This international standard defines service conditions in terms of pressure, temperature and material class for the well-bore constituents and operating conditions.
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Significant Differences Between API 17 and 19 Editions

Due to the significant differences between current and previous API standards, much equipment commonly used in the field may have to be replaced to comply with new API requirements.

Valve Removal Plugs and Threads Added Valve removal plugs and threads were previously the responsibility of the manufacturer. The specified threads for 10,000 psi are Charpy V tubing threads from the 1946 edition of API 5B. The LP plug previously used will engage an outlet with either LP or Charpy V threads. The new Charpy V plug will not fit into an outlet with LP threads. The specified connections for 15,000 and 20,000 psi is a stub ACME with a metal-to-metal seal. Top Connection Assemblies Shall Be Equipped with a Bleeder Plug Bleeder plugs must now be shipped with bottom hole test adapters. A needle valve which is normally shipped with BHTA will meet this requirement. Recommended Design for Top Connectors Added An optional annex has been added that shows dimensional information for bottom hole test adapters. NACE MR0175/ISO 15156-1 Many necessary changes were made to API 6A to reflect the new NACE standard. One significant change concerning wellhead equipment is the limit of 0.5 psi partial pressure of H2S for 17-4 PH. Temperature Class N Added As NACE now restricts a maximum temperature rating of 140 F, the temperature Class N -50 F to 140 F (-46 C to 60 C) was added to accommodate austenitic stainless steels (e.g. 316). Partial Pressure Stamping for Sour Service Added The maximum allowable partial pressure of H2S will be stamped immediately after the material class. Where no limit is defined, NL will be stamped.

New PSL-3G Added A new PSL with gas testing required has been added with the designation PSL-3G. Running Tools, Test Tools and Wear Bushings Added Running tools, test tools and wear bushings may now be monogrammed. There are no dimensions specified. Design and material requirements are identified. Repair and Remanufacture Annex Added Annex Q has been added to API 6A. This annex defines the requirements for repair and remanufacture of user/purchaser-owned equipment originally manufactured in accordance with API 6A. Repaired or remanufactured equipment is not eligible for licensing under the API Monogram Program. Back Pressure Valves Added Back pressure valves may now be monogrammed. There are no dimensions specified; however, design and performance requirements are identified. Bull Plugs Added Bull plugs are now included and may now be monogrammed. Materials and dimensions are specified. Material Class ZZ Added Material Class ZZ allows materials outside of NACE MR0175 limits for sour service applications. Test Pressure Refer to API Table 19, Hydrostatic Body Test Pressure.

Quality Requirements Bull Plug, Valve Removal Plug, and Back Pressure Valve Material (bull plugs) 60K psi 1 Hardness testing is not Material (valve removal plugs 60K psi 2,000 - 10,000 required for those materials and back pressure valves) 75K psi 15,000 - 20,000 that have no hardness restrictions specified by Tensile Testing Preheat NACE MR0175 or are not Impact Testing Preheat heat treated to obtain a Hardness Test 1 Sampling minimum specified strength NACE MR0175 2 100% level. Dimensional Sampling 2 100% valve sealing Traceability Job Lot mechanism for back Chemical Analysis Preheat pressure valves. 3 100% assembly for back Visual Examination Sampling pressure valves. 3 Hydrostatic Test -

API Table 19
Hydrostatic Body Test Pressure End and Outlet Connections Nominal Flange Size Casing Threads Line Pipe mm (in) mm (in) and 5 3 Tubing 425 (16 /4) 114.3 - 273.1 298.5 - 338.7 406.5 - 508.0 346 (13 /8) Threads (16 - 22) and smaller and larger (41/2 - 103/4) (113/4 - 133/8) MPa (psi) MPa (psi) MPa (psi) MPa (psi) MPa (psi) MPa (psi) 27.6 20.7 27.6 27.6 27.6 15.5 (4,000) (3,000) (4,000) (4,000) (4,000) (2,250) 41.5 31.0 41.5 41.5 31.0 (6,000) (4,500) (6,000) (6,000) (4,500) 51.7 51.7 51.7 51.7 (7,500) (7,500) (7,500) (7,500) 103.5 103.5 103.5 (15,000) (15,000) (15,000) 155.0 155.0 (22,500) (22,500) 207.0 (30,000)

Working Pressure Rating MPa (psi) 13.8 (2,000) 20.7 (3,000) 34.5 (5,000) 69.0 (10,000) 103.5 (15,000) 138.0 (20,000)

Plan-Do-Check-Act
The model of a process-based quality management system illustrates that the customers play a significant role in defining requirements as inputs. Monitoring of customer satisfaction requires the evaluations of information relating to customer perception as to whether the organization has met the customer requirements. The Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) can be applied to all processes: Plan Do Check Act Establish the objectives and processes necessary to deliver results in accordance with customer requirements and the organizations policies. Implement the processes. Monitor and measure the processes and product against policies, objectives and requirements for the product and report the results. Take actions to continually improve the process performance. Continual Improvement of the Quality Management System Management Responsibility

Customers Requirements

Resource Management

Product

Measurement, Analysis and Improvement

Customers Satisfaction

input

Product Realization

output

value-adding activities information flow

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Standard Material Applications Bodies, Bonnets, and End and Outlet Connections Pressure Ratings MPa (psi) 13.8 20.7 34.5 69.0 103.5 138.0 Part (2,000) (3,000) (5,000) (10,000) (15,000) (20,000) Body a, 36K, 45K, 36K, 45K, 36K, 45K, 36K, 45K, 45K, 60K, 45K, 60K, Bonnet 60K, 75K, NSb 60K, 75K, NS 60K, 75K, NS 60K, 75K, NS 75K, NS 75K, NS flange 60K, 75K, NS 60K, 75K, NS 60K, 75K, NS 60K, 75K, NS 60K, 75K, NS 60K, 75K, NS threaded 60K, 75K, NS 60K, 75K, NS 60K, 75K, NS 60K, 75K, NS 60K, 75K, NS 60K, 75K, NS c c c c c c other c welding 45K 45K 45K 60K, 75K, NS 75K, NS 75K, NS neck blind 60K, 75K, NS 60K, 75K, NS 60K, 75K, NS 60K, 75K, NS 75K, NS 75K, NS threaded 60K, 75K, NS 60K, 75K, NS 60K, 75K, NS NA NA NA c c c c c c c other If end connections are of the material designation indicated, welding is in accordance with Clause 6 and design is in accordance with Clause 4. NS indicates nonstandard materials. As specified by manufacturer. Standard Material Property Requirements Bodies, Bonnets, and End and Outlet Connections 0.2% Yield Strength Tensile Strength Elongation in min MPa (psi) min MPa (psi) 50 mm (2 in) min % 248 (36,000) 483 (70,000) 21 310 (45,000) 483 (70,000) 19 414 (60,000) 586 (85,000) 18 517 (75,000) 655 (95,000) 17

Loose Connection

Integral End Connection

Material Designation 36K 45K 60K 75K

Reduction in Area min % no requirements 32 35 35

Charpy V Notch Impact Requirements (10 mm x 10 mm) Minimum Average Impact Value Temperature Traverse Direction J (ft lb) Temp Class Test Temp C (F) PSL 1 PSL 2 PSL 3 and PSL 4 K -60 (-75) 20 (15) 20 (15) 20 (15) L N P R S T U V -46 (-50) -46 (-50) -29 (-20) -18 (0) -18 (0) -18 (0) -18 (0) -18 (0) 20 (15) 20 (15) 6

20 (15) 20 (15) 20 (15) -

20 (15) 20 (15) 20 (15) 20 (15) 20 (15) 20 (15) 20 (15) 20 (15)

Temperature Ratings
Temperature Classification K L N (min) -60 -46 -46 C Operating Range (max) (min) 82 -75 82 -50 60 -50 F (max) 180 180 140

Note:

P -29 82 -20 180 R room temperature room temperature S -18 60 0 140 T -18 82 0 180 U -18 121 0 250 V 2 121 35 250 1 X -18 180 0 350 1 Y -18 345 0 650 Reference Annex G for details of design and temperature rating of equipment for use at elevated temperatures. Annex G is not intended as a material selection guide for high temperature use. Some alloys are embrittled after repeated or prolonged exposure to elevated temperatures. Care should be used in selection of alloys for these ratings. If plated or coated materials are used at temperatures greater than 180 C (350 F), cracking potential can be increased.

Pressure Ratings
API Pressure Rating in MPa 13.8 20.7 34.5 69.0 103.5 138.0 Pressure Rating for Class K to U MPa (psi) 13.8 (2,000) 20.7 (3,000) 34.5 (5,000) API Pressure Rating in PSI 2,000 3,000 5,000 10,000 15,000 20,000 De-rated Pressure Class X MPa (psi) Class Y MPa (psi) 13.1 (1,905) 9.9 (1,430) 19.7 (2,860) 14.8 (2,145) 32.8 (4,765) 24.7 (3,575)
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Material Classes
Minimum Material Requirements Material Class Body, Bonnet, End & Pressure-Controlling Parts, Outlet Connections Stems & Mandrel Hangers AA - General Service Carbon or Low-alloy Steel Carbon or Low-alloy Steel BB - General Service Carbon or Low-alloy Steel Stainless Steel CC - General Service Stainless Steel Stainless Steel a b DD - Sour Service Carbon or Low-alloy Steel Carbon or Low-alloy Steel b EE - Sour Service a Carbon or Low alloy Steel b Stainless Steel b FF - Sour Service a Stainless Steel Stainless Steel b HH - Sour Service a CRAs bcd CRAs bcd ZZ - Sour Service User Defined User Defined As defined by NACE MR0175/ISO 15156 in compliance with NACE MR0175/ISO 15156. In compliance with NACE MR0175/ISO 15156. CRA required on retained fluid wetted surfaces only. CRA cladding of low alloy or stainless steel is permitted. CRA as defined in Clause 3 of this International Standard. NACE MR0175/ISO 15156 definition of CRA does not apply.

a b c

API 6A Annex O: Material Class ZZ

NACE MR0175/ISO 15156 includes provisions for the qualification of materials for a specific sour service application which is outside the parameters defined in that standard by means of testing or documented field history. This can include MR0175/ISO 15156 or the use of materials not addressed in MR0175/ISO 15156. For such sour service applications, equipment may be described and marked as Material Class ZZ. It is the responsibility of the purchaser to evaluate and determine the applicability of the documented data for the intended application. For material Class ZZ, the manufacturer shall meet material specifications supplied or approved by the purchaser and shall maintain traceable records to document the materials of construction, regardless of PSL.

More NACE Information

Material Classes DD, EE, FF and HH require compliance to NACE MR0175 (ISO 15156) and responsibility for the choice rests with the purchaser. Examples of Designations Class FF-1.5 means: a) material class FF b) rated at 1.5 psia H2S maximum allowable partial pressure Class NL means: a) where no H2S limit is defined by NACE, NL shall be used for marking (i.e. DD-NL).

Product Specification Levels (PSL)

API Specification 6A (ISO 10423) recommends product specification levels (PSLs) for equipment with quality control requirements for various service conditions. PSLs apply to primary equipment: tubing heads tubing hangers, hanger couplings tubing head adapters lower master valves

All other wellhead parts are classified as secondary. The PSL for secondary equipment may be the same or less than the PSL for primary equipment.

PSL Decision Tree

Recommended minimum PSL for primary parts of wellhead and christmas tree equipment.

start 103.5 MPa (15,000 psi) PSL high H2S concentration? no gas well? no NACE MR0175? no yes high H2S concentration? no yes rated working pressure >34.5 MPa (5,000 psi) gas well? no yes yes 3G 3 3G 3 2 >34.5 MPa (5,000 psi) 34.5 MPa (5,000 psi) rated working pressure rated working pressure >34.5 MPa (5,000 psi) yes >34.5 MPa (5,000 psi) 34.5 MPa (5,000 psi) gas well? no 2 1 3 2 2 1 3 yes 3G

rated working pressure

<103.5 MPa (15,000 psi)

34.5 MPa (5,000 psi) yes rated working pressure

gas well? no

34.5 MPa (5,000 psi)

API Marking Requirements and Locations

Location Marking Wellhead Equipment
nameplate and/or body nameplate and/or body

Connectors and Fittings

nameplate and/or body nameplate and/or body

Casting and Tubing Hangers

nameplate and/or body nameplate and/or body

Loose Connectors
OD of connector OD of connector

Valves and Chokes

nameplate and/or body nameplate and/or body

Actuators
nameplate and/or body nameplate and/or body (actuators containing retained fluid) nameplate and/or body (actuators containing retained fluid) nameplate and/or body (actuators containing retained fluid) nameplate and/or body nameplate and/or body

ISO 10423 temperature class or rating (4.2.2)

material class (4.2.3)

nameplate and/or body

nameplate and/or body

nameplate and/or body

OD of connector

nameplate and/or body

product specification level (1.4) performance requirement level (4.1) nominal size (bore if required) thread size (threaded products only) end and outlet connector size

nameplate and/or body

nameplate and/or body

nameplate and/or body

OD of connector

nameplate and/or body

nameplate and/or body nameplate or body, and connector OD nameplate or body, and/or near each thread nameplate or body, and each connector OD nameplate or body, and each connector OD near each connector nameplate and/or body nameplate and/or body nameplate and/or body adjacent to test location

nameplate or body, and connector OD nameplate or body, and/or near each thread nameplate or body, and each connector OD nameplate or body, and each connector OD near each connector nameplate and/or body nameplate and/or body nameplate and/or body adjacent to test location

nameplate and/or body nameplate and/or body nameplate and/or near each connector -

OD of connector OD of connector OD of connector

nameplate and/or body nameplate and/or body nameplate or body, and/or near each thread nameplate and/or body nameplate or body, and each connector OD near each connector nameplate and/or body nameplate and/or body nameplate and/or body adjacent to test location

OD of connector

rated working pressure (4.2.1) ring gasket type and number date of manufacture manufacturers name or mark serial number (if applicable) hardness test values (if applicable)

OD of connector OD of connector OD of connector OD of connector OD of connector adjacent to test location

nameplate and/or body nameplate and/or body nameplate and/or body adjacent to test location

nameplate and/or body nameplate and/or body nameplate and/or body adjacent to test location

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Quality Control Requirements Bodies, Bonnets, End and Outlet Connections, and Hub End Connectors Subclause Reference Parameter PSL 1 PSL 2 PSL 3/3G PSL 4 Tensile Testing 7.4.2.1.1 7.4.2.2.1 7.4.2.2.1 7.4.2.2.1 Impact Testing 7.4.2.1.2 7.4.2.2.2 7.4.2.3.2 7.4.2.3.2 Hardness Testing 7.4.2.1.3 7.4.2.2.3 7.4.2.3.3 7.4.2.3.3 NACE MR0175 7.4.1.5 7.4.1.5 7.4.1.5 7.4.1.5 Dimensional Verification 7.4.2.1.4 7.4.2.1.4 7.4.2.3.4 7.4.2.3.4 Traceability 7.4.2.2.5 7.4.2.3.5 7.4.2.3.5 Chemical Analysis 7.4.2.2.6 7.4.2.2.6 7.4.2.2.6 Visual Examination 7.4.2.1.5 7.4.2.1.5 7.4.2.2.7 Surface NDE 7.4.2.2.8 7.4.2.3.8 7.4.2.3.8 7.4.2.2.9 Weld NDE General 7.4.2.1.6 7.4.2.1.6 7.4.2.1.6 No welding Examination Visual 7.4.2.2.11 7.4.2.3.10 permitted NDE Surface 7.4.2.2.12 7.4.2.2.12 except for 7.4.2.3.11 weld overlays Repair Welds 7.4.2.2.13 7.4.2.2.13 (see 7.4.2.4.9) NDE Volumetric 7.4.2.2.14 7.4.2.3.12 Hardness Testing 7.4.2.3.13 Serialization 7.4.2.3.14 7.4.2.3.14 Volumetric NDE 7.4.2.3.15 7.4.2.4.11

Thread Markings
The thread type marking in accordance with ISO 11960 shall be as follows:

STC LC BC XL LP NU EU

Casing: short thread Casing: long thread Casing: buttress Casing: extreme Line Line pipe Tubing: non-upset Tubing: external upset

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Weld Type Pressure containing Non-pressure containing Repair

Quality Control Requirements for Welding Stages PSL 1 PSL 2 PSL 3/3G Preparation a a, b and a, b, (c or d), Completion (c or d) and e Preparation Completion Preparation Completion a h a, b, and (f or g) a a and e h a, b, e and (f or g) b

Preparation no welding permitted no welding permitted no welding permitted

Weld metal overlay (ring Preparation b grooves, stems, valve-bore sealing mechanisms and Completion b b b choke trim) Weld metal corrosive Preparation a a a a resistant alloy overlay (bodies, bonnets and end Completion a,b a,b a, b, i a, b, i and outlet connections) a Visual examination. b Penetrant testing inspection for non-ferromagnetic materials and magnetic particle testing for ferromagnetic material. c Radiation (radiography or imaging) examination. d Ultrasonic examination. e Hardness test (weld). f Ultrasonic examination only if weld is greater than 25% of wall thickness or 25 mm (1 in), whichever is less. g Radiation (radiography or imaging) examination only if weld is greater than 25% or wall thickness for PSL 2 or 20% of wall thickness for PSL 3, or 25 mm (1 in), whichever is less. h Penetrant or magnetic particle as applicable for material defects only. i Measurement of overlay thickness, testing of bond integrity and volumetric examination shall be according to the manufacturers specifications. If the overlay is considered part of the manufacturers design criteria or of the design criteria of API 6A, volumetric examinations shall be in accordance with the methods and acceptance criteria of 7.4.2.3.15. Note: preparation = surface preparation, joint preparation, fit up and preheat completion = after all welding, post-weld heat treat and machining

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Relative Corrosivity
The minimum partial pressure of carbon dioxide required to initiate corrosion and the relative effect of increasing partial pressures on the corrosion rate are strongly influenced by other environmental factors: a) b) c) d) e) f) g) temperature H2S level pH chloride ion concentration sand production water production and composition types and relative amounts of produced hydrocarbons

Finally, the purchaser should consider future service of the well when selecting a material class. This should not be limited to anticipated changes in the acid gas partial pressures for production or increased water production with or without increased chloride content, but also should include consideration of operations such as acidification or other well treatments. Relative Corrosiveness of Retained Fluids as Indicated by CO2 Partial Pressure Retained Fluids Retained Fluids Mpa noncorrosive <0.5 slightly corrosive 0.05 to 0.21 moderately to >0.21 highly corrosive noncorrosive <0.05 slightly corrosive 0.05 to 0.21 moderately to <0.21 highly corrosive

Retained Fluids general service general service general service sour service sour service sour service

Retained Fluids (psia) (<7) (7 to 30) (>30) (<7) (7 to 30) (>30)

Factors Affecting Behavior in H2S Containing Environments

The behavior of carbon and low alloy steels in H2S containing environments is affected by complex interactions of parameters, including the following: a) chemical composition, method of manufacture, product form, strength, hardness of the material and its local variations, amount of cold work, heat treatment condition, microstructure, microstructural uniformity, grain size and cleanliness of the material b) H2S partial pressure or equivalent concentration in the water phase c) chloride ion concentration in the water phase d) acidity (pH) of the water phase e) presence of sulfur or other oxidants f ) exposure to production fluid
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Severity of Sour Environment determined in accordance with NACE MR0175/ISO 15156-1 with respect to SSC of a carbon or low alloy steel
0.3 kPa (0.05 psi) 1 0 2 3 3.5 2.5
Key 0 Region 0 1 SSC Region 1 2 SSC Region 2 3 SSC Region 3

6.5 5.5 in situ pH 4.5

0.1

10

100

1000

H2S partial pressure, kPa

In defining the severity of the H2S containing environment, the possibility of exposure to unbuffered condensed aqueous phases of low pH during upset operating conditions or downtime, or to acids used for well stimulation and/or the back flow of stimulation acid after reaction should be considered. Note 1: The discontinuities in the figure below 0.3 kPa (0.05 psi) and above 1 MPa (150 psi) partial pressure H2S reflect uncertainty with respect to the measurement of H2S partial pressure (low H2S) and steels performance outside these limits (both low and high H2S). Guidance on the calculation of H2S partial pressure is given in Annex C. Guidance on the calculation of pH is given in Annex D.

Note 2: Note 3:

The cracking behavior of CRAs and other alloys in H2S containing environments can be affected by complex interactions of parameters, including the following: a) chemical composition, strength, heat treatment, microstructure, method of manufacture and finished condition of the materials b) H2S partial pressure or equivalent dissolved concentration in the water phase c) acidity (in situ pH) of the water phase d) chloride or other halide ion concentration e) presence of oxygen, sulfur or other oxidants f ) exposure temperature g) pitting resistance of the material in the service environment h) galvanic effects i) total tensile stress (applied plus residual) j) exposure These factors shall be considered when using this part of NACE MR0175/ISO 15156 for the selection of materials suitable for environments containing H2S in oil and gas production systems.

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The API Monogram

In order to receive the authorization for applying the API monogram, Stream-Flos facilities and our Quality Manual are audited, approved and licensed by the American Petroleum Institute. The API monogram and license number are our customers assurance that Stream-Flo is in compliance with all the applicable API requirements, and it signifies to our customers that they are receiving good quality products and services.

Performance Verification
The performance requirements apply to all products being manufactured and delivered for service. The performance verification procedures are to be applied to designs of products, including design changes. Verification testing specified is intended to be performed on prototypes or production models. A design that undergoes a substantive change becomes a new design requiring performance verification. A substantive change is a change identified by the manufacturer which affects the performance of the product in the intended service condition. This may include changes in fit, form, function or material.

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Criteria for Ordering, 19th Edition

Pressure Class API holds user responsible for choosing class Temperature Class API holds user responsible for choosing class Material Class API holds user responsible for choosing class PSL (Product Specification Level) API recommends PSLs to the user PR (Performance Requirement) API requires cycle testing of designs When ordering, please use this wellhead equipment data sheet. Well names and location(s): Maximum operating pressure: Anticipated wellhead shut-in pressure: Temperature ranges anticipated: Maximum flowing fluid temperature at wellhead (mg) Chlorides Anticipated composition of produced fluids: CO2 (mg) other (mg) H2S Anticipated completion or future workover or recovery operations which would affect pressure, temperature or fluid content: New values: Are there any government regulations that apply or must be met by this equipment? If so, which one(s): Water or brine pH: Does NACE MR0175 apply? Will scale, paraffin, corrosion or other types of inhibitors be used? Inhibitor type: Inhibitor carrier: Batch or continuous inhibition? Will acidification be performed? Type of acid: Anticipated production rates: m3/d oil/condensate m3/d gas m3/d sand and water (S&W) Will erosion be a concern? Cause: External coating? Yes type No Internal coating? Yes type No Delivery requirements: Special shipping, packing and storage instructions:

Casing Program Size (OD)

Top Joint in String kg/m (lb/ft) Grade Connection

Total String Hanging WT daN (lbs)

Bit Size mm (in)

Conductor Surface Casing Protective Casing Production Casing Tubing Completion Type: single or multiple
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Guiding Principles
The Stream-Flo Group of Companies recognizes the importance of developing positive and long lasting partnerships with the following groups: Customers We desire our current and future customers to succeed and to view us as their preferred business partner. Our job is complete only when a customer is completely satisfied. Employees We treat our employees with fairness and respect, allowing them to develop and grow, and in turn, we earn their commitment and loyalty. Our success is dependent upon the skill, professionalism and can do dedication of our workforce. Suppliers The key to our success is the ongoing development of solid, long-term supplier relationships built on a framework of mutual benefit and trust. Communities The communities within which we work will benefit from our presence. We are committed to being a good corporate citizen and giving back to our communities. The Stream-Flo Group business decisions and operations are guided by the following principles: Health, Safety and the Environment We will not compromise the health and safety of our employees, customers, suppliers or the public. All Company operations are conducted with safety as the top priority and with the objective to safeguard the environment. Integrity Every day we work hard to live up to our reputation for being honest, ethical and for doing the right thing. Our word is our commitment - we do what we say. Quality Our people, processes and facilities all reflect a unified commitment towards quality. We aim to do things right the first time, and if a problem occurs, we fix it. Innovation We lead the way by providing innovative technical solutions, products and services. Our products and services are designed with the customer in mind and are differentiated by outstanding functionality, reliability and value. Independence We take pride in our independent and entrepreneurial leadership structure. We chart our own course and are enabled to make the best choices. Growth We are committed to growing our business in a strategic and profitable manner. Continued growth leads to the long term benefit of our employees, customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders.

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OUR MISSION
Stream-Flo Industries Ltd. is committed to provide premium quality products and technical services on a timely and best value basis for the benefit of our customers and employees.

Head Office and Manufacturing Facility 4505-74 Avenue Edmonton, Alberta, T6B 2H5 t 780.468.6789 f 780.469.7724 Canadian Sales and Marketing Office 400 Bow Valley Square One 202 - 6 Avenue SW Calgary, Alberta, T2P 2R9 t 403.269.5531 f 403.266.3307 Stream-Flo USA 8726 Fallbrook Drive Houston Texas USA 77064 t 832.912.1022 f 281.653.1188 Worldwide Canada United States Indonesia United Arab Emirates United Kingdom Algeria China www.streamflo.com | [email protected]

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