Flex-Grip Power Slip Systems

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The FG Flex-Grip Power Slip Systems are a family of “flush” mounted power slips, designed for drilling and/or rental operations.

flex grip power slip systems

  • The FG systems fit into the rotary table and generally mount flush with the rotary table top.
  • FG 2A, 3A, & 5 slips are 4 segment designed for handling drill pipe, casing, drill collars and tubing.
  • FG 6 & 7 slips are 3 segment design.
  • The FG-6 & 7 tools are designed to handle completion/workover riser pipe with umbilicals and clamps.
  • Slips are hydraulically actuated, with power up and power down features.
  • Hydraulic operation 10 gpm, 2500 psi.
  • All FG Tools can be equipped with a hydraulic pipe centering device.
  • All FG Tools can be equipped with slip-set/slip release indicator systems.
  • All FG Tools can be removed from the pipe and rotary with pipe in the hole.

Flex-Grip Power Slip Specifications

SPECIFICATION FG 2A FG 3A FG 5 FG 6 FG 7
Rotary Table Size 37 1/2” &
Larger
49 1/2” &
Larger
27 1/2” &
Larger
37 1/2” &
Larger
37 1/2” &
Larger
Rated Capacity - Body 500 Ton 750 Ton 350 Ton 500 Ton 350 Ton
Rated Capacity - Slips 500 Ton 500 or 750 Ton 350 Ton 350 Ton 350 Ton
Tubular Size Range 14” - 2 3/8” 20” - 2 3/8” 10 3/4” - 2 3/8” 10 3/4" – 4 1/2"
w/o Riser
7 5/8” – 2 3/8”
Clearance through body (slips removed) 22 3/4” 30” 14 1/2” 27 1/2” 20”
Quick-change Slip Assemblies Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Insert Carrier Range 9 5/8” &
Smaller
9 5/8” &
Smaller
N/A N/A N/A
Manifold & Plumbing Included Included Included Included Included
Wear Guide Assy (for use with top drives) Optional Optional Optional N/A N/A
Centering device Alignment Tool Optional Optional Optional Available Available
Rotary Table Adapter Rings Optional Optional Optional Optional Optional
Hydraulic Requirements (min) 10 gpm, 2500psi 10 gpm, 2500psi 10 gpm, 2500psi 10 gpm, 2500psi 10 gpm, 2500psi
Hydraulic Power Supplies-Air or Electric drive Optional Optional Optional Optional Optional
Slip-Set / Slip release indicator system Optional Optional Optional Optional Optional
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