#api thread profile gauge

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The Ultimate Guide to API Thread Gauges: Everything You Need to Know

If you work in the oil and gas industry, you are likely familiar with the importance of accurate and reliable thread gauges. In this post, we will dive into the world of API 5B Thread Gauges, specifically focusing on the API 7-1 standard. Let's explore the significance of these thread gauges and how they ensure the integrity of threaded connections used in drilling and production operations.

What are API 5B Thread Gauges?

API 5B Thread Gauges are precision tools used to measure and verify the pitch diameter and thread form of threaded connections in oilfield equipment. These gauges are essential for ensuring the quality and integrity of threaded connections, which are used extensively in oil and gas drilling operations.

Understanding the API 7-1 Standard

The API 7-1 standard sets forth the requirements for rotary drilling equipment, including rotary drill stem elements, thread connections, and gauges. The standard specifies the dimensions, tolerances, and performance criteria for various types of thread connections used in drilling operations.

Thread Types

API 7-1 covers a range of thread types, including:

API Regular Threads: These threads are commonly used in drill pipes, drill collars, and other rotary drill stem elements. They provide reliable and secure connections for drilling purposes.

API Buttress Threads: Buttress threads are ideal for applications that require high torque transmission and resistance to axial loads. They are commonly used in casing and tubing connections.

API Modified Acme Threads: These threads are designed to withstand high tension and compression loads. They find applications in heavy-duty drilling operations.

API Extreme Line Threads: Extreme line threads are used in extreme conditions and require robust connections to withstand harsh environments.

Gauge Design and Function

API 5B Thread Gauges are meticulously designed to ensure accuracy and reliability. They consist of precision-cut threads that match the corresponding thread types and sizes specified in the API 7-1 standard. These thread gauges serve as a reference for checking the acceptability of threads on various oilfield equipment.

The gauges are used by skilled technicians to measure critical parameters such as thread taper, pitch diameter, thread profile, and thread flank angles. By comparing the measured dimensions to the specified tolerances in API 7-1, technicians can identify any defects or deviations that may compromise the integrity of the threaded connections.

The Importance of API 5B Thread Gauges and API 7-1

Threaded connections play a crucial role in oil and gas drilling operations. They must be able to withstand immense pressure, torque, and other mechanical forces often encountered in harsh environments. The use of API 5B Thread Gauges helps ensure that these connections meet the stringent requirements set forth by the API 7-1 standard.

By adhering to API standards and utilizing API 5B Thread Gauges, oil and gas companies can:

Enhance Safety: Accurate and reliable threaded connections minimize the risk of leaks, blowouts, and other hazardous incidents.

Improve Efficiency: Properly threaded connections allow for efficient assembly and disassembly of drilling equipment, reducing downtime and optimizing operational efficiency.

Ensure Compatibility: API 5B Thread Gauges validate the compatibility of threaded connections across different manufacturers, promoting interoperability within the industry.

Maintain Quality: Regular inspection and verification using API 5B Thread Gauges help maintain the quality of threaded connections over time, ensuring long-term reliability.

Conclusion

In conclusion, API 5B Thread Gauges, in accordance with the API 7-1 standard, play a critical role in maintaining the integrity and reliability of threaded connections used in oil and gas drilling operations. By adhering to these standards and utilizing precise thread gauges, companies can ensure safer operations, higher efficiency, and long-lasting quality in their drilling equipment.

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Thread Gauge from Northern Gauge

Northern Gauge are committed to manufacturing the highest quality thread gauge. We strive to provide the best, and most complete gauging product line up in the world.

View all Products of Thread Gauge from Northern Gauge

ANTP 6 Step Plain Plug MIL-P-7105B

API 7-2 Rotary Thread Gauges

API 6A/5A

BSP ISO 228

BX 1000 Groove Diameter Gauge & Standards

Dial Indicators CDI Brand

External Taper Gauge

Gauge Blocks Tungsten Carbide

Internal Taper Gauge

Lead Gauge & Standards

Metric Thread Gauge ANSI B1.16M

Novatork Torque Wrenches

Plain Plug and Ring

NPT Pipe Threads ANSI B1.20.1

NPTF L1 L3 ANSI B1.20.5

Thread Profile Gauges

Tungsten Carbide Contact Point

Thread Height Gauges

Unified Thread ANSI B1.2

API 5B Casing Tubing Line Pipe Buttress

API 11B Sucker/Polish Rod

API 5A – Sharp ‘V’ Thread

API 6A BPV

API 11AX PLUG & RING GAUGES

We offer Thread gauge and all sizes of API 11 AX plug & ring sizes upon request. Please contact us for pricing and more information at 780.628.0844 or sales@northerngauge.com

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API Thread Gauge Rentals

Has a small job?  Only need a gauge for a short period of time.  Here is our current list of API Rental Gauges.  If you do not see your connection in the list below, please contact us to discuss if it is an option to set it up.

T: 780.628.0844

E: sales@northerngauge.com

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API 7-2 Thread Gauge - Northern Gauge

Northern Gauge manufactures API 7-2 REG, NC, I.F., F.H, PAC, HEF, MT/AMT, X.H, H90, AOH, SLH90, Wilson Flush WF,  plug and ring gages All working gages are manufactured in full compliance to API 7-2 thread Gauge and fully traceable to API reference masters. Groove diameter gauge  Northern Gauge offers Groove diameter gauge and groove standards for setting up the inspection of Ring Grooves. Contact sales@northerngauge.com for more information.

Item

Description

BX-1000

BX-1000  6A GROOVE DIAMETER GAGE (RANGE 2.6"-13")

BX-EXT-26

BX1000  EXTENSION ROD 2.6"TO 26"

BX-EXT-36

BX1000  EXTENSION ROD 2.6"TO 36"

BX150BX161

BX150-BX161  SETTING GROOVE MASTER GAUGE

BX162BX303

BX162-BX303  SETTING GROOVE MASTER GAUGE

USA CONTACT DETAILS Website - https://northerngauge.com/ Location - 202 Tideland Road, Broussard, Louisiana USA 70518 Email ID - salesusa@northerngauge.com Contact Number - 337-426-1992 Toll Free: 1-855-449-4935 (Canada & USA)

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Thread Gage -  Northern Gauge

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Preact X, Node-RED 1.0, and TypeScript 3.7 beta

#457 — October 4, 2019

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The Differences Between the Same App Created in React and Vue — An interesting side by side comparison of the same app built by the same developer in both React and Vue.js. If you’ve seen this post before, it’s just been rewritten and updated to use React hooks.

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🔒 Build an Encrypted File Transfer in 15 Minutes — Tanker.io helps you secure data exchanges in your apps. Encrypt, upload and share files in one API call, in the browser. No key management, zero crypto skills required.

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Creating Custom JavaScript Syntax with Babel — Wow, this is cool. An introduction to forking Babel and creating your own custom JavaScript syntax.

Tan Li Hau

Evaluating JavaScript Code via import() — import lets us dynamically load modules but can also work as a sort of alternative to eval.. an interesting trick here.

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Node-RED 1.0 Released — Node RED is a flow-based, visual programming tool (aimed primarily at hardware automation) that’s built on top of Node.js. Despite only reaching 1.0 now, it’s a mature project used in numerous real world IoT projects.

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TypeScript 3.7 beta is here. It implements a much demanded feature: optional chaining.

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How to Build Cross-Platform, Native Desktop Apps with NodeGUI — A beginner’s guide to NodeGUI, a tool for building native desktop applications with JavaScript and CSS styling in a more lightweight way than using Electron.

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Types of trapezoidal thread gauges

Thread gauges are conventionally used in the measurement of the pitch of certain threads, but are not a precision measuring instrument. It simply allows the user to check to the profile of the thread to that of the gauge, comparing the 2 to determine if the threaded component is, in fact, fit for use. There are many types of gauges such as the Whitworth Thread Gauge, Metric Thread Gauge and API Thread Gauge. Trapezoidal thread gauge are generally used in the process of position adjustment, but they cannot be used for high precision transmissions. The standard that is followed for the production of these thread gauges is DIN 103. There are 4 variants of these trapezoidal thread gauges, the GO, NOGO, right hand and left-hand gauges. There are numerous gauges to choose from manufacturers and suppliers, such as the Tr 32x3, Tr 52x3 and Tr 28x5. When you order these gauges, certain details must be specified such as the internal and external diameter of the gauge, and also the quantity in which you would like to obtain them.

How to choose a good supplier of trapezoidal thread gauges

Some sellers often provide flexible routes of payment like through bank transfers, PayPal and Western Union. The shipment will also be done professionally, through big established agencies like DHL and FedEx. Choosing the right gauge supplier could save you a lot of time, money and frustration because you will not need to keep returning faulty gauges and reordering new ones. Also, having a high level of reliability for gauges is important because they govern a lot of the metrology (that is, the science related to measurements) in any manufacturing industry. To ensure this, always check the reviews and testimonials provided to the supplier. These can be easily found on their websites. Some have repetitive customers who have had businesses with the said supplier for a long period of time. This can give useful insight into the seller’s authenticity.

Checking the dimensional accuracy

Professional engineering drawings will be provided of the gauge on the seller’s website, indicating features such as the axis of the thread. This can be used to cross check with the manufacturer’s requirements of the gauge. Trapezoidal thread gauges are also used in fastening connections between 2 components and hence checking the mechanical accuracy of the gauge before they are utilized in the manufacturing industry is recommended. This will prevent further discrepancies in the manufacturer’s requirement and what has been shipped to the manufacturer by the seller. There are certain tolerance classes that are fixed on the gauges and are inherent to the gauge, so the manufacturer can be sure of the accuracy with which the gauge functions. These tolerance classes are named as 7H, 8H and 9H for internal threads, and 7e, 8e, 8c and 9c for external threads. The supplier is entirely responsible for the quality and accuracy of these gauges and some suppliers have a full 100% customer satisfaction record in this aspect.

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Northern Gauges is the best API Thread Gage's manufacturer and supplier of premium quality gauges which include a Pressure gauge, NPT gauge, Taper gauge, etc.

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Northern Gauge List of Calibration Services:

BK Power Supply

Bore Gauges

Caliper – Up To 60”

Depth Micrometers

Dial Indicators

Durometers

Force Gauge 10 Lb

Gauge Blocks

Gauss Meters

Hand Microscope

Height Gauge

ID Micrometers

Infrared Thermometer

Lead Gauges & Standards

Load Cells

Master Setting Rings

Master Thickness Samples

Megohmeter 100v

Megohmeter 5k or 10k

Multimeter – Clamp Meter

OD Micrometers – Up To 42”

Ovality Gauges

Plain Plug Gauges

Plain Ring Gauges

Portable Hardness Testers

Precision Levels

Precision Rulers

Pressure Gauges (up To 35,000 PSI)

Pressure Transducers

Profile Gauges

Protractors

Radiometer UV / UVA

Ring Joint Setting Bars

Rod Standards – Up To 45”

Rotor Micrometers

Surface Finish Testers

Tape Measures

Taper Gauges

Tektronix Oscilloscope

Thickness Gauge

Thread Height Gauges & Standards

Thread Micrometers

Torque Wrench – Up To 10,000 Ft.lbs

TRI & Groove Micrometers

UT Meters

Wrist Strap Tester

Thread Gauging:

Acme / Stub Acme Threads

API 7-2 Threads

Back Pressure Valve (BPV)

Butress Casing Threads

Casing Threads (8 & 10 Round)

EUE / EUT / UPTBG

Line Pipe / Sharp V Threads

Metric Straight Threads

NPT / NPSM / NPTF / NPSC

NUE / NUT / TBG

Trapazoidal Threads – DIN 103

Unified National Threads

On-Site Services:

Hardness Testers

Heat Treatment Ovens

Height Gauges

Mic Trak Using Laser

Optical Comparators

Surface Plate 3D Mapping Wyler Blue System

Welding Machines & Electrode Ovens

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Contact points - Northern Gauge

Northern Gauge manufactures all sizes of contact points with a tungsten carbide ball #4 40 UN thread.  Contact sales for your application.

Item

Description

CP 0.021

TC CONTACT POINT  0.0208"

CP 0.032

TC CONTACT POINT 0.032"

CP 0.034

TC CONTACT POINT  0.034" FOR V0.032, V0.040

CP 0.041

TC CONTACT POINT  0.041"

CP 0.044

TC CONTACT POINT  0.044" FOR V0.050, V0.076

CP 0.050

TC CONTACT POINT  0.050"

 All sizes of contact points with a tungsten carbide ball

LEAD GAUGE & STANDARDS

Item

Description

LG03

LEAD GAUGE, 1/2' to 4'  THREAD LENGTH - MINIMUM BORE OF 1.200' EXTERNAL AND INTERNAL - 2.5 mm Hex

LGS.3.5TPI.2TPF.H-90

LEAD GAUGE STANDARD 3  ½”TPI 2TPF, H-90

LGS.3.5TPI.3TPF.H-90

LEAD GAUGE STANDARD 3  ½”TPI 3TPF, H-90

LGS.3TPI.1.25TPF.H-90

LEAD GAUGE STANDARD 3  TPI 1.25 TPF, H-90

LGS.4TPI.1.5TPF.RSC

LEAD GAUGE STANDARD 4  TPI 1 ½”TPF RSC

LGS.4TPI.2TPF.RSC

LEAD GAUGE STANDARD  4TPI 2TPF, RSC V038 NC 23-50

LGS.4TPI3TPF.RSC

LEAD GAUGE STANDARD  4TPI 3TPF, RSC

LGS.5TPI.3TPF.RSC

LEAD GAUGE STANDARD  5TPI 3TPF, RSC V040 2-3/8-4-1/2 REG, 3-1/2-4-1/2 FH

LGS.6TPI.2TPF

LEAD GAUGE STANDARD 6  TPI, 2' TPF, V032R - HEF CONNECTIONS

LGS.8&10RND.3/4TPF

LEAD GAUGE STANDARD 8  &10 Round ¾” TPF

LGS.11.5TPI.3/4TPF

LEAD GAUGE STANDARD 11  ½”TPI ¾”TPF

LGS.BUTT.5TPI.3/4TPF

LEAD GAUGE STANDARD  BUTTRESS, 5TPI ¾”TPF

 All sizes of Lead Gauge Standards

 METRIC THREAD GAUGES AS PER ANSI/ASME B1.16M

Item

Description

M2993

M1.6  X .35 6H D/E PLUG GAUGE

M2994

M1.6  X .35 6g GO RING GAUGE

M2995

M1.6  X .35 6g NOGO RING GAUGE

M2997

M1.8  X .35 6H D/E PLUG GAUGE

M2998

M1.8  X .35 6g GO RING GAUGE

M2999

M1.8  X .35 6g NOGO RING GAUGE

M3000

M2  X 0.4 6H D/E PLUG GAUGE

M3001

M2  X 0.4 6g GO RING GAUGE

M3002

M2  X 0.4 6g NOGO RING GAUGE

M3002.5

M2.2  X 0.4 6H D/E PLUG GAUGE

M3003

M2.2  X 0.45 6H D/E PLUG GAUGE

M3004

M2.2  X 0.45 6g GO RING GAUGE

M3005

M2.2  X 0.45 6g NOGO RING GAUGE

M3006

M2.5  X 0.45 6H D/E PLUG GAUGE

M3007

M2.5  X 0.45 6g GO RING GAUGE

M3008

M2.5  X 0.45 6g NOGO RING GAUGE

M3009

M2.5  X 0.35 6H D/E PLUG GAUGE

M3010

M2.5  X 0.35 6g GO RING GAUGE

M3011

M2.5  X 0.35 6g NOGO RING GAUGE

M3012

M3  X 0.5 6H D/E PLUG GAUGE

 USA CONTACT DETAILS Website - https://northerngauge.com/ Location - 202 Tideland Road, Broussard, Louisiana USA 70518 Email ID - salesusa@northerngauge.com Contact Number - 337-426-1992 Toll Free: 1-855-449-4935 (Canada & USA)

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BX 1000 Groove Diameter Gauge & Standards

https://www.northerngauge.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/northern-14-RING-GROOVE-MASTER-768×512-1.jpeg Northern Gauge offers Groove diameter gauge and groove standards for setting up the inspection of Ring Grooves. Contact sales@northerngauge.com for more information.

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Rotor Micrometer with a full 2 inch travel micrometer head.  Base length 6 to 18 inches. Rotor lobe Height Gauge

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More Information download PDF.

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API Thread Gauge Manufacturer & Supplier USA

We are one of the Best in API Thread gauges and manufacture a wide variety of thread gauges suitable for various popularly used thread forms like

Metric Thread Gauge, API 5B Casing Tubing Line Pipe Buttress, API 7-2 Rotary Shouldered Thread Gauges Unified Thread Gauges, Novatork Torque Wrenches, Plain Plug and Ring, NPT Pipe Threads and Thread Profile Gauges.

We manufacture plug gauges and ring gauges at our 202 Tideland Road, Broussard, Louisiana USA 70518.

Now it’s Easy to Finding API Thread Gages and Other Types of Equipment in Canada, USA.

If it is about finding the right type of gages, you should only order it from a reliable source that offers Best API Thread Gauge in worldwide.

At the time of ordering API gages, if you can really find the perfect gage for yourself you will literally save a lot of time of yours.

API gages mostly come in various types such as line pipe, casing round, thread taper gauge, internal taper gauge, external taper gages, lead thread gauges, API Buttress casing, line pipe thread, Master Sucker Rod & Polished Rod Gages, Master Sucker Rod, Polished Rod Gages, Thread Profile Gages and you can even customize it According to your preference.

 Find More – API Thread Gauges

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API 5B Thread Gauge Manufacturer & Supplier USA - Northern Gauge

Northern Gauge is one of the leading manufacturers of American Petroleum Institute (API) Gages. We are one of the Best in API Thread, Metric Thread Gauge, API 5B Casing Tubing Line Pipe Buttress, API 7-2 Rotary Shouldered Thread Gauges Unified Thread Gauges, Novatork Torque Wrenches, Plain Plug and Ring, NPT Pipe Threads and Thread Profile Gauges.

We manufacture plug gauges and ring gauges at our 202 Tideland Road, Broussard, Louisiana USA 70518.

Now it’s Easy to Finding API 5B Thread Gages and Other Types of Equipment in Canada, USA.

API 5B Casing Tubing Line Pipe Buttress

Casings are pipe run from the surface with the purpose of lining the walls of a drilled well. API Buttress thread casings may be furnished with a buttress thread and with or without coupling.

All Northern Gauge 5B thread gauges are manufactured in accordance with API 5B and 5B 1latest edition requirements.

Find More – API Thread Gauge Manufacturer & Supplier

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Know Importance of Reference Measuring Tools

What do we comprehend by reference estimating devices? Precisely what it relates to by the term, that will be, that it is for adjustment and the relationship of estimation. It is a significant instrument that assists one with keeping up with the standard of precision while estimating yards, rooftop, porch, or anything.

This is for one to put together top notch items that can lead to all inclusive subtleties and units, the high level outcome that the reference estimating instruments yield appears to be extraordinary. Henceforth, it is an article, essentially a piece of hardware through which exact outcomes can be delivered without having any biological arrangement.

The Standardization Of Such Tools:

Instruments like API 7-1 check are vital for development. As the estimation is one of the premier strides whereupon everything about, from the quantity of materials and exorbitant wastage to the size of rooms, and so forth, depends, it must be normalized.

In this way, for normalization of estimations, the Russian Federation made metrological management. They expected to check the skill and execution capacity of the hardware. Further, they directed a meteorological amendment of the estimation units delivered by gear like API 5B Thread Gauges to preclude its exactness.

The estimation instruments are considered useful just if their adjustment was finished by the recommended rules of the normalized affiliation. On the off chance that all that comes as per the administrative reports, if every one of the prerequisites of these archives were checked and met come what may, it would finish the assessment.

That is the reason to guarantee the security of the estimating unit; the appraisal was performed utilizing a standard instrument. In addition, estimating the instruments just as hardware as standard ones must be supported by the state norms. The state principles likewise need to meet the prerequisites of the methodological guidelines that characterize the pre-owned techniques and systems, and standard instruments.

What Are The Equipment That Fall Under The Category Of Reference Measuring Tools?

● Industry-standard devices

○ reference gage

○ Graded gage

○ Assembled length gage

○ Setting rings

○ Gauging rolls

○ Sources of monochrome light and

○ Calibration sets.

● Universal estimating units

○ Comparators

○ Vertical length gages

● To control the profile of checks, perfection, and pitch.

○ Horizontal gages

Finishing note:

To control the roundness exactness, harshness, straightness, and evenness, the gages that are found to gauge such deviation additionally fall under this segment.

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