10⅝” TCI IADC 517

1. Product Overview

The 10⅝” TCI IADC 517 is a tungsten carbide insert (TCI) roller-cone drill bit engineered for efficient rotary drilling in challenging subsurface formations. Its 10⅝-inch diameter provides a practical balance of borehole coverage, cutting efficiency, and drilling stability for oil & gas, mining, water-well, and related drilling operations. The bit combines durable tungsten carbide inserts, robust roller-cone construction, and engineered cutting structures to support reliable penetration and extended operating performance. Its standardized IADC 517 configuration makes it a commercially relevant option for professional drilling contractors seeking dependable performance and cost-effective bit sourcing.

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Product Type: TCI roller-cone rotary drill bit
• Bit Size: 10⅝ inches (10.625″)
• IADC Classification: 517
• Cutting Structure: Tungsten carbide inserts (TCI)
• Primary Materials: Hardened alloy-steel bit body and cones with tungsten carbide cutting inserts
• Bearing System: Engineered roller-bearing configuration with sealing/protection system, subject to manufacturer specification
• Formation Capability: Designed for medium to hard drilling formations and demanding rotary drilling conditions
• Physical Form: Three-cone rotary drilling bit with integral cutting structure
• Connection: API-standard rotary drilling connection, subject to specific bit configuration
• Gauge Protection: Engineered gauge inserts provide improved wear resistance and hole-size retention
• Packaging: Heavy-duty export packaging, wooden cases or suitable industrial protective packaging
• Condition: New/manufactured-to-order or supply specification as agreed
• Documentation: Technical specifications, inspection documentation, and applicable quality certificates available subject to order requirements
• Shelf Life: Not normally shelf-life limited when properly stored in dry, protected conditions

3. Core Industrial Applications

• Oil & Gas Drilling: Used for drilling formation intervals in exploration, development, and production wells.
• Mining & Mineral Exploration: Suitable for rotary drilling applications requiring durable cutting structures and controlled penetration.
• Water-Well Drilling: Applicable to large-diameter borehole construction and groundwater exploration.
• Geothermal & Infrastructure Drilling: Can be deployed in demanding subsurface drilling environments where robust roller-cone performance is required.
• Operational Advantage: TCI inserts provide effective rock fragmentation and wear resistance, while the three-cone configuration distributes drilling loads across multiple cutting structures.
• Efficiency Benefit: Designed to support consistent penetration, extended bit life, and reduced frequency of bit replacement compared with less durable cutting structures in appropriate formations.

4. Competitive Advantages

• Quality Consistency: Robust alloy-steel construction and tungsten carbide inserts support dependable performance across demanding drilling cycles.
• Reliable Supply: Suitable for bulk procurement programs and recurring industrial drilling requirements.
• Logistics Capability: Available for export-oriented supply with protective industrial packaging and international shipping coordination.
• Price Competitiveness: Supports cost-efficient procurement for contractors, distributors, and drilling-service companies purchasing in volume.
• Durability: TCI cutting elements and reinforced gauge protection provide resistance to abrasive wear and help maintain drilling effectiveness.
• Technical Support: Product specifications, inspection documentation, and technical information can be supplied according to project and buyer requirements.
• Strategic Sourcing Value: A practical option for buyers seeking standardized drilling-bit specifications, dependable supply, and competitive total procurement costs.

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): BULK 20 MT
• Loading Capacity: Approximately 20–24 MT per standard container, subject to packaging configuration, shipment dimensions, applicable payload limits, and carrier requirements.