PTECH+™
PERFORMANCE TECHNOLOGY PLUS
Engineered for drillers who demand more torque, more durability, and more hydraulics—because We Equip the Industry™ with technology built to outperform in the field.
PTECH+™ is TSC Drill Pipe’s record-setting, high-performance connection, designed for the pressures of modern drilling: longer laterals, higher energy transfer, and relentless operational expectations. Every detail of the connection is built to extend service life and keep rigs drilling efficiently.
DESIGNED FOR PERFORMANCE
The PTECH+™ threadform stands out immediately because of its larger root radius, a deliberate design choice that gives the connection its distinctive look and its downhole strength. That larger radius spreads stress more evenly across the thread, preventing the sharp stress concentrations that traditional profiles suffer from. In high-DLS doglegs—where bending loads punish every connection—this geometry becomes a major performance advantage.
LARGER INTERNAL DIAMETER
PTECH+™ is a game-changer in the oil and gas industry. A larger internal diameter in PTECH+™ is a performance weapon—built to move more mud, hit the bit harder, and keep the system cool when long laterals start pushing every component to its limit. In formations that demand both torque and flow, PTECH+™ keeps the string tight, the motor fed, and the bit cutting when conventional connections can’t make the cut.
- Larger ID moves more drilling fluid at the same pump pressure, keeping cuttings suspended deeper into the lateral.
- Reduced pressure loss means stronger nozzle impact, better cleaning, and more efficient depth of cut.
- Increased flow pulls heat away from cutters and bearings, extending bit life during long, high-RPM intervals.
- Higher flow velocity keeps cuttings moving, preventing buildup in extended laterals.
PTECH+™ turns hydraulic efficiency into drilling performance—exactly what long-lateral programs demand.
PTECH+™ vs. Standard Connections
| FEATURE | PTECH+ | STANDARD API |
|---|---|---|
| Torque capacity | Higher | Baseline |
| Hydraulic flow (ID) | Larger ID | Restricted |
| Fatigue life | Extended | Standard |
| Stress distribution | Even (large root radius) | Concentrated |
| Extended-reach ready | Yes | Limited |
RESOURCES
PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTIC SHEETS
PTECH+™ Drill Pipe Performance Characteristics Sheets
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2-7/8" Drill Pipe PTECH+™28 R2
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3-1/2" Drill Pipe PTECH+™39
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4” Drill Pipe PTECH+™39 14.00 lb/ft R2
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4” Drill Pipe PTECH+™39 14.00 lb/ft R3
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4” Drill Pipe PTECH+™39 15.70 lb/ft R2
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4” Drill Pipe PTECH+™39 15.70 lb/ft R3
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4-1/2" Drill Pipe PTECH+™43 16.60 lb/ft R2
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4-1/2" Drill Pipe PTECH+™43 16.60 lb/ft R3
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4-1/2" Drill Pipe PTECH+™43 20.00 lb/ft R2
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4-1/2" Drill Pipe PTECH+™43 20.00 lb/ft R3
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5” Drill Pipe PTECH+™47 (3-3/8” ID) 19.50 lb/ft R2
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5” Drill Pipe PTECH+™47 (3-3/8” ID) 19.50 lb/ft R3
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5” Drill Pipe PTECH+™47 (3-3/8” ID) 25.60 lb/ft R2
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5” Drill Pipe PTECH+™47 (3-3/8” ID) 25.60 lb/ft R3
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5” Drill Pipe PTECH+™47 19.50 lb/ft (3-1/4” ID) R2
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5” Drill Pipe PTECH+™47 19.50 lb/ft (3-1/4” ID) R3
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5” Drill Pipe PTECH+™50 19.50 lb/ft R2
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5” Drill Pipe PTECH+™50 19.50 lb/ft R3
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5” Drill Pipe PTECH+™ 50 25.60 lb/ft R2
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5” Drill Pipe PTECH+™50 25.60 lb/ft R3
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5" Drill Pipe PTECH+™52 (6-5/8" OD) 19.50 lb/ft R2
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5" Drill Pipe PTECH+™52 (6-5/8" OD) 19.50 lb/ft R3
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5" Drill Pipe PTECH+™52 (6-5/8" OD) 25.60 lb/ft R2
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5" Drill Pipe PTECH+™52 (6-5/8" OD) 25.60 lb/ft R3
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5" Drill Pipe PTECH+™52 (6-1/2" OD)
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5-1/2” Drill Pipe PTECH+™ 55 21.90 lb/ft R2
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5-1/2” Drill Pipe PTECH+™ 55 21.90 lb/ft R3
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5-1/2” Drill Pipe PTECH+™ 55 24.70 lb/ft R2
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5-1/2” Drill Pipe PTECH+™ 55 24.70 lb/ft R3
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5-7/8" Drill Pipe PTECH+™57 23.40 lb/ft R2
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5-7/8" Drill Pipe PTECH+™57 23.40 lb/ft R3
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5-7/8" Drill Pipe PTECH+™57 26.30 lb/ft R2
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5-7/8" Drill Pipe PTECH+™57 26.30 lb/ft R3
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4" Drill Pipe PTECH+™409 14.00 lb/ft R2
UNLOCKING THE NEXT MILE IN DRILLING PERFORMANCE
PTECH+™ is specifically designed to deliver operators the reach needed for today’s longer laterals while driving down cost per foot. Its larger internal diameter (ID) boosts power delivery to the motor, turning hydraulic energy into measurable performance gains where it matters most.
GLOBAL SERVICE NETWORK
TSC supports your operation with a worldwide network of licensed service and repair centers. Less downtime. Longer pipe life. Lower Cost of ownership. Delivered anywhere you drill.
FIELD INSPECTION RESOURCES
Access PTECH+® field inspection technical documents to maintain peak performance in the field. Box and pin thread drawings, inspection dimensions, and make-up specifications, all in one technical hub.
DESIGN YOUR PTECH+ SOLUTION
Engineered for performance. Built for what is next. Configure your spec or talk to a PTECH+ expert.