NT Super Tubing Cutters

for 2.375-in - 3.500-in Tubing

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Owen Oil Tools

12001 CR 1000
Godley, Texas, 76044, USA
Phone: +1 (817) 551-0540
Fax: +1 (817) 551-1674
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Overview
Description
NT Super Tubing Cutters are designed for use in Pipe Recovery Operations as a final
solution. The cutter is undersized to get through tight restrictions where a conventional
cutter is not an option.

Operation
NT Super Tubing Cutters provide a quick and effective solutions to sever tubing. NT
Super Tubing Cutters utilize unique manufacturing and packaging processes to allow
easy shipment and fast delivery to the customer.
NT Super Tubing Cutters should be used when restrictions prohibit the use of
conventional tubing cutters. The cutter with the largest possible diameter capable of
running in the well should be chosen to achieve maximum performance. A gauge run is
recommended prior to running the tool to insure the cutter can get to proper depth. This
will prevent any safety concerns like sticking a live cutter in the well or spudding with
explosive tools. NT Super Tubing Cutters are to be shot in the tubing above the stuck
point, but not at the collar. To maintain the maximum allowable performance from the
cutter, it should be centralized. A de-centralized cutter may result in a partial cut and/or
damage to the casing. It is also recommended that tension be applied to the tubing prior
to detonation of the Tubing Cutter to assist in the removal of stuck tubulars.
NT Super Cutters utilize explosive technology and are designed to explosively sever
tubular members when initiated by an Owen's Resistorized Bridge Detonator. Owen's
electrical detonators adhere to API RP-67 specifications. All safety rules and regulations
should be strictly followed when storing, handling, assembling, and using these cutters
and/or detonators. Safety precautions should be taken in accordance with your
company's safety policies, governmental regulations, and the American Petroleum
Institute Recommended Practice 67 (API RP-67).
NT Super Tubing Cutters come standard with HMX explosive powder rated to 400 F
(204 C ) for 1 hour. Cutters are also available with HNS [500 F (260 C) - 1 hour] by
special order.

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Specifications and Schematics
Item
1

3
D
C

Description
Extension Adapter
Extension Adapter - Open
Extension Adapter for
1.437" Cutter
O-ring, Size -214
O-ring, Size -210 for 1.437"
Cutter
Splice Boot
Tubing Cutter Detonator
1.437" NT Super Cutter
1.580" NT Super Cutter
1.687" NT Super Cutter
1.812" NT Super Cutter
1.875" NT Super Cutter
2.062" NT Super Cutter
2.25" NT Super Cutter

Part Number
CUT-0100-087
CUT-0100-079
CUT-1156-050
OOO-V569-214
OOO-V569-210
PUR-0210-001
DET-3050-009L
CUT-1437-405NT
CUT-1580-405NT
CUT-1687-405NT
CUT-1812-405NT
CUT-1875-405NT
CUT-2062-405NT
CUT-2250-405NT

Items 1 - 3 and detonator must be ordered

separately from cutter assembly.
HNS Cutters are available by special order. Parts
should be ordered by replacing the 405NT with a
505NT, for example CUT-XXXX-505NT.
Alternate arming assembly available using JRC
style extension adapter with button contacts,
CUT-0100-078, and detonator with spring
contacts, DET-3050-009E.

Outer Dia. [in

(mm)]
1.437 (36.5)
1.580 (40.1)
1.687(42.9)
1.812 (46.0)
1.875 (47.6)
2.062 (52.4)
2.250 (57.1)

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Temp
[F (C)]
400 (204)
400 (204)
400 (204)
400 (204)
400 (204)
400 (204)
400 (204)

Pressure
Explosive Weight Recommended
Part Number
[psi (MPa)]
[lb (kg) (g)]
Application
8,000 (55.1) .103 (.047) (46.7)
2 3/8", 4.7#
CUT-1437-405NT
15,000 (103.4) .097 (.044) (44)
2 3/8", 4.7#
CUT-1580-405NT
15,000 (103.4) .110 (.050) (50)
2 7/8", 6.5#
CUT-1687-405NT
15,000 (103.4) .110 (.050) (50)
2 7/8", 6.5#
CUT-1812-405NT
15,000 (103.4) .110 (.050) (50)
2 7/8", 6.5#
CUT-1875-405NT
17,000 (117.2) .150 (.068) (68)
2 7/8", 8.7#
CUT-2062-405NT
15,000 (103.4) .225 (.102) (102)
3 1/2", 15.5# CUT-2250-405NT

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1.0 Assembly of NT Super Tubing Cutter, sizes 1.437-in and 1.580-in

Figure 1: CUT-1437-405NT - Exploded View.

Figure 2: CUT-1580-405NT - Exploded View

1.1 Remove the O-ring (item #2) from its package and visually inspect it for cuts or
cracks. Lightly lubricate it with grease and install it onto the Mandrel (item #1).
1.2 Remove Cap (item #5) from Caplug. Inspect O-ring visually for cuts or cracks.
Lightly lubricate O-ring with grease.
1.3 Unpack all of the cutter Pellets. CUT-1437-405NT will have four Pellets and the
CUT-1580-405NT cutter will have two Pellets.
1.4 Place the Backup (item #8), with the large diameter down, onto a flat non-sparking
surface. Wood decking or a rubber mat is preferred.

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1.5 Install the cutter Pellet (item #9) onto the Backup. Place the Liner (item #10) over
the Pellet, see Figure 3.
1.6 Repeat Steps 1.4 - 1.5 for each Backup, Liner, and Pellet.
1.7 Place the bottom of the Cap (item #5) onto a flat, non-sparking surface. Stack one
assembled Backup/Pellet/Liner (item #4) on top of the Cap with the larger end of the
assembly postioned downward as shown in Figure 4.
1.8 Stack the next Cutter Cartridge centered on top of the first Cartridge. The second
Cartridge should be stacked with the smaller diameter downward as shown in Figure 4.
1.9 Stack Cutter Cartridges 3 and 4 the same as Cartridges 1 and 2, see Figure 5. CUT1437-405NT only.
1.10 Carefully slide the cutter Housing (item #3) over the Cartridges and End Cap.
Press down firmly by hand to seat the Snap Ring and the O-ring into the Housing.
1.11 Insert the Booster Cartridge (item #4) into the hole running through the Cutter
Cartridges until the flared end seats inside the upper cartridge, see Figures 5 and 6.
1.12 Thread the Mandrel (item #1) onto the Cutter Housing.

Figure 3

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Figure 4

Figure 5

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2.0 Assembly of NT Super Tubing Cutter, sizes 1.687-in, 1.812-in, and 1.875-in

Figure 7: CUT-1687-405NT, CUT-1812-405NT, & CUT-1875-405NT - Exploded View

2.1 Remove the O-ring (item #2) from its package and visually inspect it for cuts or
cracks. Lightly lubricate the O-ring with grease and install it onto the Mandrel (item #1).
2.2 Unpack the Cutter Pellets (item #4).
2.3 Place the Backups (item #8) with the large diameter down, onto a flat non-sparking
surface. Wood decking or a rubber mat is preferred.
2.4 Install the Cutter Pellet (item #4) onto the Backup. Place the Liner (item #7) over the
Pellet, see Figure 3.
2.5 Repeat Steps 2.3 - 2.4 for each Backup, Liner, and Pellet.
2.6 Position the two assemblies from the previous two steps, together with the copper
Liners facing inward and aligning the diameters, see Figure 8.
2.7 Insert the Booster Cartridge (item #5) through the hole in the cutter Cartridges until
the flared end seats on a Cartridge, see Figure 9.
2.8 Secure the all the Cartridges in place by installing an E-clip (item #6) over the end of
the Booster Cartridge, see Figure 10. Remove any slack in the cartridges by tightening
the location of the E-clip.
2.9 Carefully place the newly assembled Cartridge assembly inside the cutter Cup (item
#3).

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2.10 Finally, thread the Mandrel (item #1) onto the cutter Cup.

Figure 8

Figure 9

Figure 10

3.0 Assembly of NT Super Tubing Cutter,

size - 2.062-in

Figure 11: CUT-2062-405NT - Exploded View

3.1 Remove the O-ring (item #2) from its package and visually inspect it for cuts or
cracks. Lightly lubricate the O-ring with grease and install it onto the Mandrel (item #1).
3.2 Unpack the cutter Cartridges (items #6, #7 and #8).
3.3 Place the Backups (item #4) with the large diameter down onto a flat, non-sparking
surface. Wood decking or a rubber mat is preferred.
3.4 Install the flat cutter Cartridge (item #6) onto the Backup, see Figure 12.

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3.5 Stack the conical cutter Cartridge (item #7) on top of the flat Cartridge with the larger
diameter postioned downwards, see Figure 12.
3.6 Place the Liner (item #5) over the conical cutter Cartridge, see Figure 12.
3.7 Install the center Cartridge (item #8) into the recess in one of the conical Cartridges.
3.8 Position the assembled Cartridge assemblies together with the Liners facing inward.
The center Cartridges should fit into the recess of the other conical Cartridge.
3.9 Insert the Booster Cartridge (item #9) through the hole in the explosive assembly
until the flared end seats on a Backup, see Figure 13.
3.10 Secure the all the Cartridges in place by installing an E-clip (item #10) over the end
of the Booster Cartridge, see Figure 14. Remove any slack in the Cartridges by
tightening the location of the E-clip.
3.11 Carefully place the newly assembled Cartridge assembly inside the cutter Cup
(item #3).
3.12 Thread the Mandrel (item #1) onto the cutter Cup.

Figure 12

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4.0 Assembly of NT Super Tubing Cutter, size - 2.250in

Figure 15: CUT-2250-405NT - Exploded View

4.1 Remove the O-ring (item #2) from its package and visually inspect it for cuts or
cracks. Lightly lubricate the O-ring with grease and install it onto the Mandrel (item #1).
4.2 Remove the Cap (item #13) from Caplug. Inspect the Cap O-ring (item #12) visually
for cuts or cracks. Lightly lubricate the O-ring with grease.
4.3 Unpack the cutter Cartridges (items #6, #7 and #8).
4.4 Place the Backups (item #4) with the large diameter down onto a flat, non-sparking
surface. Wood decking or a rubber mat is preferred.
4.5 Install the flat cutter Cartridge (item #6) onto the Backup, see Figure 16.
4.6 Stack the conical cutter Cartridge (Item #7) on top of the flat Cartridge with the larger
diameter downward, see Figure 16.
4.7 Place the Liner (item #5) over the conical cutter Cartridge, see Figure 16.
4.8 Install the center Cartridge (item #8) into the recess in one of the conical Cartridges.
4.9 Position the assembled Cartridge assemblies together with the Liners facing inward.
The center Cartridges should fit into the recess of the other conical Cartridge.
4.10 Insert the Booster Cartridge (item #9) through the hole in the explosive assembly
until the flared end seats on a Backup, see Figure 17.

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4.11 Secure the all the Cartridges in place by installing an E-clip (item #10) over the end
of the Booster Cartridge, see Figure 18. Remove any slack in the Cartridges by
tightening the location of the E-clip.
4.12 Stack the newly assembled cartridge onto the Cap with the E-clip facing the cap.
Carefully slide the cutter Housing (item #3) over the cartridges and Endcap. Press down
firmly by hand to seat the snap ring and the O-ring into the Housing.
Thread the Mandrel (item #1) onto the cutter Cup.

Figure 16

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Figure 17

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5.0 Arming NT Super Tubing Cutters
Warning: Only use DET-3050-009L!
Warning: Always follow API RP - 67 guidelines when arming
electrical detonators!

Figure 19: Arming Method for NT Super Tubing Cutters - Exploded View
5.1 Remove the Detonator from its package.
5.2 Insert the Detonator into a safety shield.
5.3 Measure the resistance of the Detonator between the two lead wires with a blaster's
multimeter. The Detonator should read 51 Ohms 5 Ohms.
5.4 Remove the O-ring from its package and visually inspect it for cuts or cracks. Lightly
lubricate the O-ring with grease and install it onto the Extension Adapter.
5.5 Insert the Detonator leadwires through the hole in the Exention Adapter.
5.6 Electrically connect the Detonator leadwires to the wireline or toolstring.
5.7 Mechanically connect the Extension Adapter to the wireline toolstring.
5.8 Insure the wireline is shunted through the shooting panel.
5.9 Remove the Detonator from the safety shield and install the booted portion of the
Detonator over the end of the Extension Adapter.
5.10 Insert the Detonator into the cutter Mandrel and thread the cutter onto the
Extension Adapter and toolstring.
5.11 The tool is armed and ready to run in hole.

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