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HERCULES General Products | Table of Contents

The Hercules Difference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Classic Stuffing Boxes

SB, SBT & DPSB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Inverted Cone Stuffing Boxes

IVSB, IVSBT & IVDPSB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

High-Performance Stuffing Boxes

Big Stuff & Big Stuff DPSB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

NACE Big Stuff & Big Stuff DPSB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Critical Service Stuffing Boxes

PCSB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

HTD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Stuffing Box Accessories

Upper Glands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Big Stuff Upper Gland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Leak Detector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Pollution Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Stuffing Box Packing

DOME Packing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Double Packed Stuffing Box (DPSB) with
Oil Reservoir Gland (ORG) & DOME Packing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Cone & V-Ring Packing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Pumping Flow Tees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Blow-Out Preventers

150H & 200P . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

BOP Rams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Adjustable Choke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Well King Back Pressure Regulators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Hercules Polished Rod Accessories

Polished Rod Clamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20-21

Leveling Plates & Clamp-Off Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Lubricators & Liners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Rod Rotators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

The Complete Reciprocating Hook-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

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HERCULES Stuffing Boxes | The Hercules Difference

The Hercules Difference

Hercules stuffing boxes are recognized for superior quality and design unsurpassed in the industry. Hercules originated
cone-style packing and it quickly became the industry standard. Now with the advent of DOME packing, Hercules has
introduced a new concept destined to become an even greater standard. Both cone and DOME packing provide a tight
seal without the excessive tightening required for compression-type packing. Certain Hercules stuffing boxes have a unique
misaligning feature that
reduces the need for exact
alignment with the pumping
unit. The newer inverted cone
and DOME style packing
automatically compensate
for flow line pressures.

Today, Hercules continues

to set standards for quality
and dependability in the
oil field with new packing
designs, materials and the
most extensive line of stuffing
box models. No wonder
production personnel think
of Hercules first.

Unsurpassed Quality Features

Extensive Product Line Full Selection of Accessories

Patented Designs Corrosion Resistant Materials & Coatings
Years of Proven Experience Fail Safe Environmental Systems
NACE Options Parts Interchangeability Between
Many Models
Temperature Options to 540 F
Working Pressures to 3000 PSI
Broad Selection of Packing Designs
& Materials Superior Field Service & Training

NACE is a registered trademark of NACE International

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HERCULES Classic Stuffing Boxes | SBTM, SBTTM & DPSBTM

Regular Stuffing Box (SB) Tee Base Stuffing Box (SBT) Double Packed Stuffing Box
Original design Combines SB and cross tee with (DPSB)
1" bleeder Most widely-used stuffing box in
Superior & dependable performance
Eliminates one threaded connection the industry
Lub Upper Gland (LUGTM) with
grease zerk Results in a shorter hook-up Primary packing can be changed
under pressure by tightening
Optional Oil Reservoir Gland (ORG) Side outlets: compression bolts
and Anti-Pollution Adapter (APA) 2" LP with 2" bottom connection Unique misaligning feature
Unique misaligning feature reduces 3" LP with 2-1/2" or 3" bottom reduces need for exact alignment
need for exact alignment with the connection with the pumping unit
pumping unit Lub Upper Gland (LUGTM) with Adaptable to many accessories
grease zerk
Lub Upper Gland (LUGTM) with
DPSB Double Packed Stuffing Box Optional Oil Reservoir Gland (ORG) grease zerk
Lub Gland and Anti-Pollution Adapter (APA)
Cap Bolt Optional Oil Reservoir Gland (ORG)
Lub Gland Cap LUGTM has two heavy hex nuts on and Anti-Pollution Adapter (APA)
Split Cone each bolt, which can support up to LUGTM has two heavy hex nuts on
Packing Ring
20,000 lbs. when engaged during each bolt, which can support up to
Lub Gland
Body with Zerk well servicing 20,000 lbs. when engaged during
Upper well servicing
Gland Bolts
Lower Gland Flanged bottom connection
Lower available by special order
Gland Bolts

Split Cone
Packing Rings SPECIFICATIONS SB SBT DPSB
Body Working Pressure 1500 PSI 1500 PSI 1500 PSI
Compression
Bolt Packing Bottom Thread 2", 2-1/2", 2", 2-1/2", 2", 2-1/2",
Nut (API Tubing or LP) 3", 4" 3" 3", 4"
Compression
Bolt Packing
Bottom Connection Male Female Male
Ring
Weight
Flange Bolts
2" 24 lbs. 33 lbs. 50 lbs.
Compression 2-1/2" 25 lbs. 37 lbs. 51 lbs.
Bolt
3" 26 lbs. 42 lbs. 52 lbs.
Compression 4" 29 lbs. N/A 56 lbs.
Ring
Split Cone Height 13-1/2" 16" 17"
Packing Rings
Material Ductile Iron*
O-Ring
Base Split Cone Packing 1", 1-1/8", 1-1/4", 1-5/16",
Rod Sizes 1-3/8", 1-7/16", 1-1/2", 1-3/4"
Pieces Required:
Top Cones 4 4 6
All Hercules Classic Stuffing Boxes Bottom Cones 1 1 1
are available with either Cone or
DOME packing. (see pages 13-15) * Corrosion-resistant coatings available, contact customer service.
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HERCULES Inverted Cone Stuffing Boxes | IVSBTM, IVSBTTM & IVDPSBTM

Hercules inverted cone stuffing boxes

feature unique inverted cone packing
that is pressure activated by well fluids,
providing a superior seal without
excessive tightening. The packing is
very easy to adjust and results in a
more uniform and longer lasting seal.

Patented Patented

Tee Base Inverted Stuffing Double-Packed Inverted

Box (IVSBT) Stuffing Box (IVDPSB)
Combines IVSB and cross tee
Exceptionally rugged, built for
Patented with 1" bleeder
performance under tough
Eliminates one threaded connection conditions
Regular Inverted Stuffing Box Lower profile than Classic models Primary packing can be changed
(IVSB) Side outlets: under pressure by tightening
compression bolts
Lowest profile design 2" LP with 2" bottom connection
Lower profile than Classic model
Ideal for smaller pumping units 3" LP with 2-1/2" or 3" bottom
connection Optional Oil Reservoir Gland
Optional Oil Reservoir Gland (IV-ORG)
Optional Oil Reservoir Gland (IV-ORG) (IV-ORG) and Anti-Pollution
and Anti-Pollution Adapter (APA)
and Anti-Pollution Adapter (APA) Adapter (APA)
Furnished with three Furnished with three Top Cones &
SPECIFICATIONS IVSB IVSBT IVDPSB Top Cones & one one Bottom Cone. One Top Cone
Bottom Cone. One (thin cone) can be removed to
Working Pressure 1500 PSI 1500 PSI 1500 PSI Top Cone (thin cone) reduce overall height even further
Bottom Thread 2", 2-1/2", 2", 2-1/2", 2", 2-1/2",
can be removed to without impairing pressure rating
(API Tubing or LP) 3", 4" 3" 3", 4" reduce overall height (if reduced packing life is a
even further without acceptable)
Bottom Connection Male Female Male impairing pressure
A PRS (Polish Rod Support) is
Weight rating (if reduced
required during well servicing to
2" 19 lbs. 28 lbs. 45 lbs. packing life is a
2-1/2" 20 lbs. 32 lbs. 46 lbs. prevent the transfer of rod string
acceptable)
3" 21 lbs. 38 lbs. 47 lbs. weight to the packing (see page 21)
4" 24 lbs. N/A 51 lbs. A PRS (Polish Rod
Flanged bottom connection avail-
Support) is required
Height 10" 12" 14" able by special order
during well servicing
Material Ductile Iron* to prevent the
Split Cone Packing 1", 1-1/8", 1-1/4", 1-5/16", transfer of rod
Rod Sizes 1-3/8", 1-7/16", 1-1/2", 1-3/4" string weight to
the packing
Pieces Required:
(see page 21)
Top Cones 3 3 5
Bottom Cones 1 1 1

* Corrosion-resistant coatings available, contact customer service.

All Hercules Inverted Cone Stuffing Boxes are available with

either Cone or DOME packing. (see pages 13-15)

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HERCULES High-Performance Stuffing Boxes | Big Stuff & Big Stuff DPSBTM

Polished Top Polished Top

Rod Follower Rod Follower
Cap Cap

Primary
Compression Cone
Bolts (2) Packing
Cone
Packing Body
Body
1/4" NPT
Port (2)

Secondary Packing
Packing Cone Packing Alignment
Alignment Ring
Ring
Patented Patented

Big Stuff Big Stuff DPSB

Easy to adjust threaded cap no bolts to tighten
Cone packing is inverted to achieve a pressure-assisted seal
Reduces costly packing maintenance time
Packing compression forces are distributed evenly
Low profile design
Ideal for short stroke pumping units
Convenient protection of packing from weight of rod string
A Hercules Polish Rod Lubricator is highly recommended as
a grease zerk is not available due to the low profile
Easy to adjust threaded cap no bolts to tighten
Cone packing is inverted to achieve a pressure-assisted seal
Exceptionally rugged, built for performance under tough
conditions
Primary packing can be changed under pressure by
tightening compression bolts to temporarily engage
secondary packing
Lower profile compared to Classic model
Two 1/4" ports (180 apart) for installation of needle valve
& grease zerk or pressure gauge, if desired by operator

Available with adapters for APATM Control Device or Hercules Convenient protection of packing from weight of rod string
Stuffing Box Leak Detector Available with adapters for APATM Control Device or Hercules
Flanged bottom connection available by special order Stuffing Box Leak Detector
Flanged bottom connection available by special order

SPECIFICATIONS BIG STUFF BIG STUFF DPSB

Working Pressure 1500 PSI 1500 PSI
NOTE: 1500 PSI cap is not interchangeable with 2500 PSI models
Bottom Thread
(API Tubing or LP) 2", 2-1/2", 3", 4" 2", 2-1/2", 3", 4"
Bottom Connection Male Male
Weight
2" 20 lbs. 45 lbs.
2-1/2" 21 lbs. 45 lbs.
3" 21 lbs. 46 lbs.
4" 27 lbs. 49 lbs.
Height 9-3/4" 15"

Maximum Body/Cap Load 30,000 lbs. for 2" 11.5V. &

40,000 lbs. for all other sizes
Body & Cap Material Ductile Iron* All Hercules High
Performance Stuffing
Split Cone Packing 1", 1-1/8", 1-1/4", 1-5/16",
Rod Sizes 1-3/8", 1-7/16", 1-1/2", 1-3/4"
Boxes are available
with either Cone or
Pieces Required:
DOME packing. (see
Top Cones 3 5
pages 13-15)
Bottom Cones 1 1

* Corrosion-resistant coatings available, contact customer service.

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HERCULES High-Performance Stuffing Boxes | NACE Big Stuff & Big Stuff DPSBTM

Patented Patented

NACE Big Stuff NACE Big Stuff DPSB

Meets NACE MR0175
Meets NACE MR0175
High pressure service
High pressure service
Easy to adjust threaded cap no bolts to tighten
Easy to adjust threaded cap no bolts to tighten
Cone packing is inverted to achieve a pressure-assisted seal
Cone packing is inverted to achieve a pressure-assisted seal
Exceptionally rugged, built for performance under tough
Reduces costly packing maintenance time
conditions
Packing compression forces are distributed evenly
Primary packing can be changed under pressure by
Low profile design tightening compression bolts to temporarily engage
Ideal for short stroke pumping units secondary packing

Convenient protection of packing from weight of rod string
A Hercules Polish Rod Lubricator is highly recommended
as a grease zerk is not available due to the low profile
Available with adapters for APATM Control Device or Hercules
Stuffing Box Leak Detector
Flanged bottom connection available by special order
Lower profile compared to Classic model
Two 1/4" NPT ports (180 apart) for grease zerk & pressure
gauge
Available with adapters for APATM Control Device or
Hercules Stuffing Box Leak Detector
Convenient protection of packing from weight of rod string
Flanged bottom connection available by special order

SPECIFICATIONS BIG STUFF BIG STUFF DPSB

Working Pressure 2500 PSI 2500 PSI
NOTE: 2500 PSI cap is not interchangeable with 1500 PSI models
Bottom Thread
(API Tubing or LP) 2", 2-1/2", 3", 4" 2", 2-1/2", 3", 4"
Bottom Connection Male Male
Weight
2" 23 lbs. 48 lbs.
2-1/2" 24 lbs. 48 lbs.
3" 24 lbs. 49 lbs.
4" 30 lbs. 52 lbs.
Height 9-3/4" 15"
Maximum Body/Cap Load 30,000 lbs. for 2" 11.5V. &
40,000 lbs. for all other sizes
All Hercules High
Body & Cap Material Ductile Iron*
Performance Stuffing
Split Cone Packing 1", 1-1/8", 1-1/4", 1-5/16", Boxes are available
Rod Sizes 1-3/8", 1-7/16", 1-1/2", 1-3/4" with either Cone or
Pieces Required: DOME packing. (see
Top Cones 3 5 pages 13-15)
Bottom Cones 1 1

* Corrosion-resistant coatings available, contact customer service.

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HERCULES Critical Service Stuffing Boxes | PCSBTM

Pollution Control Stuffing Box (PCSB)

An enhanced version of Hercules DPSB using PCSB Adapter
Unit below the BOP section & LUGTM is replaced with PCSB
Upper Gland (a.k.a. Hercules HPLUGTM)
If polished rod breaks below stuffing box, flapper closes
automatically
Two independently adjustable packing chambers primary
Cone Packing in DPSB Body & V-Ring Packing in PCSB Upper
Gland.The V-Rings contain full working pressure, unlike the
single Wiper Cone used in a LUGTM
Pollution Control Adapter acceptable to -50 F
Pollution Control Adapter meets NACE MR0175
Base has 1/2" NPT test port
Adaptable to Anti-Pollution Adapter Control Device or
Hercules SBTM Leak Detector
Primary cone packing can be changed under pressure
Unique misaligning feature reduces need for exact alignment
with the pumping unit
Flanged bottom connection available

SPECIFICATIONS PCSB Available with welded bottom flange connections

Working Pressure 1500 PSI Available with 1500 or 2500 PSI Big StuffTM DPSBTM Top Section
(& with or without HPLUGTM)
Bottom Thread
(API Tubing or LP) 2", 2-1/2", 3"
Primary Split Cone Packing PCSB Packing Gland Cap
Bottom Connection Male or Flanged or optional DOME Packing

Weight Hex Bolts w/Lock Washers

2" 102 lbs.
Packing
2-1/2" 107 lbs.
Support (split)
3" 112 lbs. DPSB Compression
Bolt PCSB V-Ring
Height 24-1/2" Packing (split)
Material Std. DPSB Body
Base & Adapter Spool Low Temperature Steel DPSB Compression Packing
Flapper Stainless Steel Ring Support (split)
Body & Packing Glands Ductile Iron*
Split Cone PCSB Upper Gland
Split Cone Packing 1", 1-1/8", 1-1/4", 1-5/16", Packing Body (HPLUG Body)
Rod Sizes 1-3/8", 1-7/16", 1-1/2", 1-3/4"
Pollution Control
3/4" NPT Port
Pieces Required: Adapter Spool
Top Cones 5 Upper Gland
Flapper
Bottom Cones 1 Bolts for DPSB
Wear Pad
V-Ring Packing O.D. 2-1/2" Lower Gland
Flapper Valve for DPSB
V-Ring Stack Height 3"
PCSB Base Lower Gland
* Corrosion-resistant coatings available, contact customer service. Bolts for DPSB

Hex Bolts w/Lock Washers Note: O-Rings for PCSB

Spool are not shown
NOTE: V-RING PACKING FOR PCSB IS NOT
(1 top & 2 bottom)
INTERCHANGEABLE WITH HTD V-RING PACKING.

Available with DOME primary packing. (see pages 13-14)

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HERCULES Critical Service Stuffing Boxes | HTD

High Temperature Double-Packed Stuffing Box

(HTD)
Designed for high pressure & high temperature wells
Meets NACE MR0175
Lower packing can be temporarily energized by loosening
Lock Ring & tightening Upper Body to allow changing primary
packing under pressure
Dual packing chamber
Primary packing can be changed under pressure
Versatile chamber design accepts different types of packing,
including V-Ring, standard crown ring compression, and
Kevlar/PTFE square braid rope packing
Can be installed on API Flanged Trees using a Hercules
Companion Flange
Single-pack version available for low-profile installations

Cap

HTD Upper Split Bushing

SPECIFICATIONS HTD
Primary Packing Working Pressure 3000 PSI

Bottom Thread
HTD Lower Split Bushing (API Tubing or LP) 2", 2-1/2", 3", 4"

Bottom Connection Male

Weight
2" 31 lbs.
Upper Body 2-1/2" 32 lbs.
3" 33 lbs.
4" 35 lbs.

Lock Nut Height 14"

HTD Upper Split Bushing Material

Body, Base & Cap Alloy Steel*
Lock Nut Carbon Steel*
Secondary Packing Split Bushings Bronze*

Rod Sizes
1-1/8", 1-1/4", 1-1/2", 1-3/4"
HTD Upper Split Bushing
Packing O.D. 2-1/4"
Stack Height 2-1/2"
O-Ring
(Primary or Secondary)

Packing Type Max. Temp.

Base
NBR V-Ring 250 F/121 C
HSN V-Ring 325 F/163 C
FKM V-Ring 400 F/204 C
HTD packing is not interchangeable Kevlar/PTFE 540 F/282 C
with PCSB packing. HTD uses 3
Upper Split Bushings and 1 Lower
Split Bushing. * Corrosion-resistant coatings available, contact customer service.

Kevlar is a registered trademark of E.I. DuPont Corp.

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HERCULES Stuffing Box Accessories | Upper Glands

Std. PCSB Cap

Std. PCSB
High Performance Lubricating Upper Gland Packing Support
(HPLUG) (MDS Nylon)
Provides a secondary seal for stuffing boxes Std. PCSB
NBR V-Ring
Allows installation of Hercules Stuffing Box Leak Detector or Packing
Control Device for Hercules Anti-Pollution Adapter (APA)
Std. PCSB
Fits any Hercules Classic model Packing Support
(MDS Nylon)
Zerk fitting for periodic greasing using ordinary NLGI-2
automotive chassis lubricant PCSB Upper
Gland Body
Uses V-Ring packing (braided Kevlar packing optional) (HPLUG Body)
Rod sizes: 1-1/8", 1-1/4", 1-1/2", 1-3/4" 3/4" NPT Port for Hercules Leak
Bolts with Nuts
Detector or APA Control Device
& Washers
Body & cap: ductile iron
Upper/Lower Packing Rings: MDS Nylon
(Bronze-optional) High Performance Oil Reservoir Gland (HPORG)
Uses same bolts as Hercules Lubricating Upper Gland (LUG) Provides polished rod lubrication and extends packing life
Wicks reduce oil consumption
Adaptable to Anti-Pollution Adapter (APA)
Gland Cap
Top split cone wiper controls oil film on polished rod
Wick Housing Optional for all Hercules Classic models
Retaining Ring Standard Top
Wiper Cone Modified version available for Hercules IVSB, IVSBT & IVDPSB
Felt Wicks models (IV-ORG)
Rod sizes: 1", 1-1/8", 1-1/4", 1-5/16", 1-3/8", 1-7/16", 1-1/2", 1-3/4"
Wick Housing (Steel) Material: ductile iron

Patented Standard Oil Reservoir

O-Ring
Gland (ORG)
Designed for use on problem
wells that pump or flow off
Holds one quart of 30W motor
oil (or other viscosity as necessary
Lubricating Upper Gland (LUG) for extreme high or low temp.
Standard on Classic models applications)
Zerk fitting for periodic greasing using ordinary NLGI-2 Has 3/4" NPT Port for installation
automotive chassis lubricant of Hercules Anti-Pollution Adapter
(APA) Control Device (see Page 12)
Top split cone wiper
controls oil film on Top split cone wiper controls oil film on polished rod
polished rod Modified version available for Hercules IVSB, IVSBT & IVDPSB
Extends packing life models
& reduces mainte- Optional for all Hercules Classic models
nance costs Rod sizes: 1", 1-1/8", 1-1/4", 1-5/16", 1-3/8", 1-7/16", 1-1/2", 1-3/4"
Rod sizes: 1", 1-1/8", Material: ductile iron
1-1/4", 1-5/16", 1 3/8",
7/16", 1-1/2", 1-3/4" Standard ORGTM Cap & Drain Nipple captures oil that escapes
past loose or worn Wiper Cone
Material: ductile iron
For areas with high rainfall LUGTM Gland Cap option recommended
to prevent rainwater from prematurely shutting down well
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HERCULES Stuffing Box Accessories | Big Stuff Upper Gland & Leak Detector

Std. PCSB Cap

Std. PCSB Packing Support

(MDS Nylon or Bronze)

Std. PCSB V-Packing

Std. PCSB Packing Support

(MDS Nylon or Bronze)

HPLUG Body for Big Stuff

3/4" NPT Port for Grease Zerk

SB Leak Detector (180 opposite of 3/4" NPT)

Existing Big Stuff Cap

(Cap not furnished with Big Stuff HPLUG Adapter Kit)

Spiral Retaining Ring

(also used for Big Stuff APA Adapter)

2500 PSI Big Stuff DPSB with HPLUG FKM O-Ring (also used for APA Adapter)
shown above w/optional flanged DPSB
Base available by special order Special Big Stuff Top Follower
(also used for APA Adapter)

Big Stuff High Performance Lubricating

Upper Gland (HPLUG)
Required accessory for installation of Hercules Stuffing Box
Leak Detector on all Big Stuff & Big Stuff DPSB models
Can also be used for installing Hercules APA Control
Device on all Big Stuff & Big Stuff DPSB models (in place
of Hercules SB Leak Detector)
Hercules Leak Detector
Adapts to all Hercules Classic Stuffing Boxes
Provides a secondary seal for all Big Stuff & Big Stuff and Hercules Big Stuff Stuffing Boxes
DPSB stuffing box models
Consists of three elements:
Zerk fitting for periodic greasing
Pressure activated shutdown switch
Uses V-Ring packing (braided Kevlar optional) for
Hercules PCSB Stuffing Box - Meets NEC Class 1 Div 1 requirements

Rod Sizes: 1-1/8", 1-1/4", 1-1/2", & 1-3/4" - Provides positive shut down of the flow
- Easily wired to SCADA or a controller
Body & Cap meet NACE MR0175
Manifold connection
Upper/Lower Packing Support Rings: MDS Nylon (stan-
dard) or Bronze (for high temp applications) - Two 1/2" ports and one 3/4" port allow
custom installation
Retrofitting existing Big Stuff models requires a special
Top Follower (with FKM O-Ring seal between HPLUG & - 3/4" end cap allows easy clean out
Follower) of blockage

Can also be used with models equipped with DOME High Performance Lubricating Upper Gland
Packing (requires special Big Stuff DOME APA/HPLUG Top (HPLUG ) required for installation (not
Follower with both internal & external FKM O-Ring seals) included must purchase separately)

3/4" NPT side port allows attachment of Leak Detector or

APA Control Device
Uses same Packing, Packing Support Rings, & Cap as our
Pollution Control Stuffing Box (PCSB )

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HERCULES Stuffing Box Accessories | Pollution Control

Control Device for Anti-Pollution Stuffing Box

Adapter (APA)
The original Hercules Leak detection system to prevent costly
stuffing box spills; used worldwide since 1975
Converts Hercules ORGTM to Anti-Pollution Stuffing Box
Adapter (APATM). Can also be used with HPORGTM or HPLUGTM
Durable stainless steel container
Meets NEC Class 1, Div. 1 (with explosion-proof switch)
Switch options:
Standard
Explosion Proof (NEC Class 1, Div. 1), UL, FM, & CSA Approved
with CE Conformance Mark

Suggested APA Switch Wiring Connections

Pumping Units With Pumping Units
Electric Motors With Gas Engines

NO Contact NO Contact
(Not Used) (To Magneto)

Common Common
(To Starter Coil) (To Spark Plug)

NC Contact NC Contact
(Connect Hot Lead) (Not Used)
Connect Common & NC (normally closed) Connect Common & NO (normally open)
contacts in series with starter coil of motor starter. contacts in parallel with magneto & spark plug.
If packing leaks, container will lower, open the If packing leaks, container will lower, close the
NC contact & disconnect motor starter. NO contact & ground the spark plug.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The potential for the presence of flammable materials in the atmosphere may create a hazardous location as defined by the national
electrical code (NFPA-70). Hazardous (classified) locations require the use of explosion proof equipment suitable for the hazardous class, division and group.
NOTE: On the explosion-proof switch, the red wire is the NC contact, blue is the NO contact, black is common and green is ground.

Pollution Control Adapter

Hex Bolts w/Lock Washers
Compatible with any Hercules DPSB
Can be retrofitted in the field Pollution Control Adapter Spool
(Carbon Steel w/Charpy)
Comprehensive spill protection from polished rod breaks
Suitable for cold weather service (-50 F) Flapper Valve Wear Pad
(MDS-filled Nylon)
Meets NACE MR0175
Flapper Valve (CF8M SS)
1/2" NPT test port
Base options: Pollution Control Adapter Base
(LCC Cast Steel)
2" EUE Male 2-1/16" 2000 PSI API Flange
2-1/2" EUE Male 2-9/16" 2000 PSI API Flange Hex Bolts w/Lock Washers
3" 8V LP Male 3-1/8" 2000 PSI API Flange
3" EUE Male 2-9/16" 5000 PSI API Flange Note: O-Rings for PCSB
Contact Customer Service for Spool are not shown
additional base options (1 top & 2 bottom)

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HERCULES Stuffing Box Packing | Dome Packing

Patented

DOME Packing
Rod sizes: 1-1/8", 1-1/4", 1-5/16",
1-3/8", 1-1/2", 1-3/4"
Dramatically reduces stuffing box
failures & maintenance costs Blind Hole
for Packing
Rubber packing with unique PTFE
Pick Tip
seal ring Insertion
PTFE seal ring minimizes contact
between rubber & polished rod
Low coefficient of friction
Less heat build-up A set of DOME packing consists of three
pieces of rubber packing, each of which has
Lower drag on polished rod a split PTFE seal ring sandwiched inside. 1/4"-20 NC
Pullout
Unique bowl shape converts Threads
vertical compression forces into radial
forces for a tight seal around polished rod
Automatically compensates for changes in flow line pressure
One-time conversion kit to retrofit most cone packed stuffing boxes Conversion kit for DOME Packing and
Lub Upper Gland. Also used for Big
Designed for easy replacement using a conventional corkscrew
Stuff Stuffing Boxes.
style Packing Pick (available from R&M Energy Systems
P/n 99756K14)

Material Max % H2S Max CO2 Max. Temperature

NBR 2% Not Recommended 250 F (121 C)

HSN 10% 20% 325 F (163 C)

TFEP (Aflas) 35% 15% 450 F (232 C)

H2S & CO2 Conversion Chart

1,000 PPM 0.1%
2,000 PPM 0.2%
10,000 PPM 1.0%
20,000 PPM 2.0%
50,000 PPM 5.0%
100,000 PPM 10.0%
150,000 PPM 15.0%
200,000 PPM 20.0% Split bronze rings with retainer rings
350,000 PPM 35.0% required with DOME packing and
PPM = Parts Per Million Lub Upper Gland. (see page 13) for
ORG Conversion.

Aflas is a registered trademark of Aashi Glass Co. Ltd.

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HERCULES Stuffing Box Packing | DPSBTM with ORGTM & DOME Packing

Double Packed Stuffing Box Nitrile Gasket

(DPSB) with Oil Reservoir
Gland (ORG) & DOME
Packing ORG Adapter Ring
Includes port for Anti Pollution
Adapter (APA) Control Device
Small Split Ring
Includes DOME packing, nitrile
(HTD Lower Split Bushing)
gasket, small DOME top split ring,
and ORG adapter ring
Large & small split rings are made
from bronze
DOME Packing
Hi-temp gasket optional
Can also be used with High
Performance Oil Reservoir Glands
(HPORG)
Large Split Ring

Oil Reservoir Gland (ORG) Hercules DPSB with Oil Reservoir

Adapter with DOME Packing Gland (ORG) & DOME Packing

SELECTION CRITERIA FOR RUBBER COMPOUNDS IN R&M ENERGY SYSTEMS STUFFING BOXES AND BOPS
Maximum Service Resistance to
Maximum Service Temperature with Explosive
Temperature with Concentrations of Decompression Mechanical,
Concentrations of H2S & CO2 Maximum Maximum in CO2 Performance Tear and
H2S & CO2 at Maximum Tolerances Tolerances Concentrations in Steam Abrasive
Rubber Compound Below 1% Tolerance Levels for H2S for CO2 up to 20% Environments Resistance
Name ASTM F C F C
Type
Soft, Hard,
Special Lubricated, SBR 160 71 160 71 2% NR Poor Poor Good
Heavy Duty,
PTFE Filled
Hercules Gold
Compound C NBR 300 149 250 121 2% 10% Good Good Excellent
Compound D
Compound G HNBR 325 163 300 149 10% 20% Good to Excellent Very Good Excellent
Compound H EPDM 425 218 350 177 5% NR Poor Good Fair
Compound S SBR 160 71 160 71 2% 2% Poor Poor Good
Compound ST
Nitrile Dome NBR 250 121 150 65 2% 5% Fair Poor Good

HSN Dome
HNBR 325 163 300 149 10% 20% Good to Excellent Very Good Excellent

Aflas Dome

TFEP 450 232 350 177 35% 15% Fair Excellent Fair

Note: Above temperatures are suggested Maximum Short-Term ratings & should not be considered as a Continuous Operating Temperature.
NR - Not Recommended
SBR - Styrene Butadiene Rubber
NBR - Nitrile Rubber
HSN - Highly Saturated Nitrile or Hydrogenated Nitrile
EPDM - Ethylene Propylene
Aflas is a registered trademark of Aashi Glass Co. Ltd.

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HERCULES Stuffing Box Packing | Cone & V-Ring Packing

The most important feature of stuffing Special Lubricated

box packing is long-lasting perform- For sweet crudes and wells without
ance. R&M Energy Systems continually constant flow.
tests new and better materials to meet
the demands for ever-changing well Heavy-Duty
conditions. Extensive field tests make For prolonged service on
certain new packing stands up to sweet crudes and wells
stringent durability and performance without constant flow.
standards. Cone packing is available in
sizes for all polished rods 1" through PTFE Filled
1-3/4" in sets of four (3 top cone and For sweet crudes and wells with
1 bottom cone) and five (4 top cone Split Cone Packing
long stroke and fast pumping cycles.
and 1 bottom cone). Rod sizes: 1", 1-1/8", 1-1/4", 1-5/16", 1-3/8",
Slick Pack with Teflon Flakes 1-7/16", 1-1/2", 1-3/4"

Hercules Gold (Compound ST)

For sweet crudes with high oil-to-water For reducing polished rod noise
ratios, low sand content and where salt (squeaking) in noise-sensitive
or corrosion buildups on Polished Rod locations on sweet crudes
have caused premature wear of other
that pump off or have long
packings.
stroke and fast pumping cycles.
Soft Cone Packing Compound C
For sweet crudes with high oil-to-water
For steam injection wells
ratios and low sand content.
producing sweet crudes.
Hard Cone Packing Compound D
For sweet crudes with low oil-to-water For steam injection wells where
ratios. polished rod scoring is a concern.
V-Ring Packing
Slick Pack (Compound S) Compound H
For reducing polished rod noise Rod sizes: 1-1/8", 1-1/4", 1-1/2", 1-3/4"
For steam injection wells.
(squeaking) in noise-sensitive loca-
tions on crudes with high oil-to-water Compound G*
ratios and low sand content. For H2S and CO2 wells.

CONE PACKING OTHER PACKING

Material Max % H2S Max. Temperature Material Product Max Max
% H2S Temperature
Soft 2% 160 F (71 C)
Hard
2% 160 F (71 C) NBR V-Ring PCSB & HTD 2% 250 F (121 C)
Compound S 2% 160 F (71 C) HSN V-Ring PCSB & HTD

10% 325 F (163 C)
Special Lubricated 2% 160 F (71 C) FKM V-Ring PCSB & HTD 20% 400 F (204 C)

Heavy Duty 2% 160 F (71 C) Kevlar/PTFE HTD 20% 540 F (282 C)

PTFE Filled 2% 160 F (71 C)
HTD Packing O.D. is 2-1/4" , PCSB HPLUG packing O.D. is 2-1/2"

Compound ST 2% 160 F (71 C) Kevlar and Teflon are registered trademarks of E.I. DuPont Corp.

Compound C 2% 300 F (149 C) IMPORTANT NOTE: The guidelines on this page are for general reference pur-
Compound D
2% 300 F (149 C) poses only and should not be used as the sole determining factor for packing
material selection. Each downhole condition is different and must be
Compound H 5% 350 F (177 C) addressed on a case-by-case basis to determine the best material solution for
your particular well.
Compound G* 10% 250 F (120 C)

* Recommended for CO2 in concentrations up to 20%. PCSB AND HTD V-RING PACKING
ARE NOT INTERCHANGEABLE.

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HERCULES | Pumping Flow Tees

Pumping Flow Tees

Ductile Iron construction
Most precise alignment in the industry
Hundreds of thread combinations
2", 2-1/2", & 3" cast steel tees meeting NACE
MR0175 available
Corrosion resistant coatings available
4-way cross configuration available in 2" & 4" LP
1" NPT standard (or smaller) bleeder port. 2"
available in some sizes (bleeder port can be left
blank by request) 3000 PSI WP

Most Common Models (Other Models Available)

3000 PSI Working Pressure Heavy Duty Tees
Model No. Bottom Thread Top Thread Major Side Height Weight
(Tubing or LP) (Tubing or LP) Outlet (LP)
CT-7 2" 2" 2" 6" 9 lbs.
CT-13 2" Male 2" 2" 7-1/4" 7 lbs.
CT-8 2" 2-1/2" 2" 7-1/4" 13 lbs.
CT-17 2" 3" 2" 8" 21 lbs.
CT-1 2" 3" ** 3" 8" 18 lbs.
CT-18 2-1/2" 2" 2" 7-1/4" 13 lbs.
CT-11 2-1/2" 2-1/2" 2" 7-1/4" 13 lbs.
CT-14 2-1/2" Male 2-1/2" 2"-2-1/2" 8" 10 lbs.
CT-9 2-1/2" 2-1/2" 2-1/2" 7-1/4" 12 lbs.
CT-19 2-1/2" 2-1/2" 3" 8" 20 lbs.
CT-12 2-1/2" 3" 2" 8" 20 lbs.
CT-10 2-1/2" 3" 2-1/2" 8" 20 lbs.
CT-16 2-1/2" Male 3" 2" 8" 10 lbs.
CT-2 2-1/2" 3" ** 3" 8" 18 lbs.
CT-20 3" 2-1/2" 2" 8" 20 lbs.
CT-21 3" 2-1/2" 2-1/2" 8" 20 lbs.
CT-22 3" 2-1/2" 3" 8" 20 lbs.
CT-23 3" 3" 2" 8" 20 lbs.
CT-3 3" 3" ** 3" 8" 18 lbs.
CT-25 3" Male 3" 2"-3" 9-1/2" 19 lbs.
CT-4 4" 3" 3" 7-3/4" 22 lbs.
CT-24 4" 4" 3" 7-3/4" 21 lbs.
CT-6 4" 4" 4" 7-3/4" 18 lbs.

Note: Pumping Tee Test Pressure > 1.5 X Working Pressure (Male Threads) and 2 X Working Pressure (Female Threads)
* Corrosion-resistant coatings available, contact customer service.
** CT-1, CT-2, & CT-3 available in carbon steel with welded 3.12" 2M or 3M API Top Flange for attachment of PCP drive head.

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HERCULES Blow-Out Preventers | 150H & 200P

Body Body
Packing Ring Packing Gland
Packing Gland
Packing Ring

Tapered Cap
Wing Cap

O-Ring Ram Screw

Ram Screw
150 H Ram 200P Ram

150H 200P
Caps have Hammer Lugs and Acme threads for fast removal Taper threaded end caps with Blow-out proof ram screw
and replacement. Acme threads eliminate cross-threading
Reinforced ram block reduces extrusion
Cap with internal threads protected from the environment
Higher working pressure than 150H
Blow-out proof ram screw
Full opening
Full opening
2" thru 3" EUE thread connections (3" EUE is 3.5" OD 8RD EUE)
Reinforced ram block reduces extrusion
Optional NACE trim
Cap O-Ring provides reliable, pressure-tight seal
Optional low temperature carbon steel (200PS Model)
150H Rams can interchange with Ratigan #212 BOPs
Carbon steel models available with welded flanges in API
Flanged, X Flanged or Flanged X Threaded (200PF Model)

SPECIFICATIONS 150H 200P

Sizes Available 2" 2-1/2" 3" LP 2" 2-1/2" 3"
Vertical Bore 1.975" 2.560" 2.970" 2.120" 2.440" 3.000"
Working Pressure 1500 PSI 2000 PSI
Body & Cap Material Ductile Iron* Ductile Iron*, Carbon Steel
Ram Material See Page 18
Ram Screw & Packing Gland Carbon Steel** Alloy Steel
Ram Sizes Blind, 5/8"-1", 1-1/8", 1-1/4", Blind, 5/8"-1", 1-1/8", 1-1/4",
1-1/2", 1-3/4" 1-1/2", 1-3/4"
NOTE: 150H & 200P RAMS ARE NOT INTERCHANGEABLE. ALSO THEY ARE DIRECTIONAL DUE TO
THE INTERNAL REINFORCEMENT PLATE. ALWAYS INSTALL WITH YELLOW THIS SIDE UP STICKER FACING UP.

Ram Screw Packing Acrylic Braided PTFE NBR, HSN & FKM
Connection Male x Female Thread Male x Female Thread or Flange
Optional Flange Connections N/A 2-1/16" 2000, 2-9/16" 2000,
3-1/8" 2000***
Height 9-1/2" 10"
Weight 43 lbs. 52 lbs.
Width (Rams Open) 20" 26"
Handles Optional Optional

* Corrosion resistant materials & coatings available, contact customer service.

** NACE stainless steel optional.
*** Other flange sizes available.
Ratigan is a registered trademark of J.P. Ratigan, Inc.
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HERCULES | 150H & 200P Blow-Out Preventer Rams | Chokes

Hercules 150H & 200P BOP Rams

150H & 200P Ram Materials

NBR Compound C HSN FKM AFLAS
Max. 250 F 300 F 325 F 400 F 450 F
Temperature (121 C) (149 C) (163 C) (204 C) (232 C)

Max. H2S 2% 2% 10% 20% 35%

Max. CO2 NR 10% 20% 5% 15%

ALWAYS INSTALL WITH YELLOW THIS SIDE UP STICKER FACING UP

TO MINIMIZE EXTRUSION UNDER PRESSURE.

Note: Above temperatures are suggested Maximum Short-Term ratings & should not be considered
as a Continuous Operating temperature.
Illustration of Metal Reinforcement
Inside 150H & 200P BOP Rams

Adjustable Choke (B-29)

Thumb screw secures stem setting position
Stem can be lubricated with standard grease gun
Available carbide trim for increased abrasion resistance
Stainless steel model available by special order for NACE applications

SPECIFICATIONS B-29
Size 2" x 2" LP

Working Pressure 2000 PSI

Max Orifice Size 3/4"

Height

Open 17-5/8"

Closed 16-3/8"

Weight 20 lbs. B-29

Note: Adjustable chokes are not intended to be used as shutoff valves.

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HERCULES | Well King Back Pressure Regulators

2" Back Pressure Regulators

Liquid or gas service
Reduces paraffin by keeping gas in solution
Less free gas and better lubrication at the stuffing box
Increases pump efficiency by keeping bottom hole
pressure above the bubble point 2" Back
Pressure Regulator
Differential pressure type - recommended for systems where
down-stream pressure is less than 10% of set pressure
2" regulator has standard dual 1/4" NPT pressure
ports for proper gauge orientation
Standard connections: 2" male LP inlet x single 2"
female LP outlet
Optional connections: 2" male LP inlet x two 2"
female LP outlets using 4-way cross
External body shell components for all assemblies
have a 2000 PSI Shell Test Pressure capability

4-Way Cross

2" Back Pressure Standard 2" Back 2" Back Pressure Regulator
Regulator with Sand Trim Pressure Regulator
Pressure Range Orifice Ball Size Spring Material
5-200 PSI .875" 1.125" Monel
10-500 PSI .875" 1.125" 302 SS
10-900 PSI .875" 1.125" Carbon Steel
10-1000 PSI .683" 1.000" Elgiloy
10-1500 PSI .683" 1.000" Carbon Steel*
*Same spring used in 10-900 PSI model

Sand Trim option for 2" Back Pressure Regulator

consist of:
FL FL
OW OW Carbide tipped plunger and carbide seat which
replaces ball & seat and lower spring keeper
Available in 200, 500, 900 and 1000 PSI (not available
in 1500 PSI)
10-1000 PSI model fully meets NACE MR0175
Less vibration
Smoother flow
More abrasion resistance
Greater control sensitivity

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HERCULES Polished Rod Accessories | Polished Rod Clamps

Rod Boss & Rod Boss Jr. Clamps Figure Clamps

Friction style Rod Boss (see pg. 20) Indention style (see pg. 20)
Indention Style Rod Boss Jr. (see pg. 20) Rugged, yet light & easy to handle
Zinc phosphate coating for better corrosion resistance Lower stress concentrations in polished rods
Highest clamping capacity at any bolt torque
Independent clamping segments on a common hinge
Bolts have to be tightened only once
Ends are precision machined perpendicular to axis of
polished rod
Streamlined design
Small rotating diameter for use with rod rotators
Zinc phosphate coating for better corrosion resistance
Most economical design in
the industry
Rod Boss

Rod Boss Jr.

CAUTION: ALL MODELS CAN ONLY BE USED ON

PISTON-STEEL POLISH RODS. ROD CLAMPS ARE NOT
CAPABLE OF GRIPPING THE SPRAYMETAL SECTION
OF HARDFACED OR HARDCOATED POLISH RODS.
INSTALLATION OF ROD CLAMPS ON THE SPRAYMETAL
Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3
PORTION OF A HARDFACED/HARDCOATED POLISH ROD
MAY ALSO CRACK THE HARDCOATING.

SPECIFICATIONS Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Rod Boss Rod Boss Jr.

Rated Load 13,000 lbs. 26,000 lbs. 40,000 lbs. 40,000 lbs. 25,000 lbs.
Max. Test Load 32,000 lbs. 64,000 lbs. 76,000 lbs. 55,000 lbs. 35,000 lbs.
Polished Rod Size 1", 1-1/8", 1-1/4", 1", 1-1/8", 1-1/4", 1", 1-1/8", 1-1/4", 1-1/4", 1-1/2" 1-1/8", 1-1/4",
1-5/16", 1-1/2" 1-5/16", 1-1/2" 1-5/16", 1-1/2" (1-1/8" not available) 1-1/2"
Recommended Max.
Bolt Torque 250 ft-lbs. 250 ft-lbs. 250 ft-lbs. 550 ft-lbs. 250 ft-lbs.
Weight 3.75 lbs. 7.5 lbs. 11.25 lbs. 25 lbs. 10.5 lbs.
Height 2-1/2" 5" 7-1/2" 6-3/4" 4-1/8"
Rotating Diameter 5-3/4" 5-3/4" 5-3/4" 9" 9"
Body Material Forged Steel Forged Steel Forged Steel Forged Steel Forged Steel
Caution: Do not exceed the bolt torque values specified above, otherwise galling of bolt threads may occur.

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HERCULES Polish Rod Accessories | Polish Rod Clamps

Indention Style CLAMPING CAPACITY

(Figure Clamps & Rod Boss Jr. )

MAX LOAD (1,000S LBS.)

Indention Style

Friction Style
Contact

BOLT TORQUE (Ft-lbs.)

DEPTH OF POLISHED ROD INDENTIONS

FROM FIGURE CLAMPS

M
Friction Style I
API design limit

(Rod Boss Clamp) C
R
O
I
N
C
H
E
S
Contact

*
BOLT TORQUE (FT-LBS.)
* Recommended Torque
1 Microinch = 0.000010 = 10-6 inches

Note: Illustrations not to scale. STRESS-CYCLE ENDURANCE STRENGTH

Indention Style

Indention style clamps have greater

STRESS (KSI)

clamping capacity at any given bolt

torque
Friction Style
Polished rod indentions are 27
times less than design limits in
API Specification 11B
Polished rod endurance strengths
are greater with indention clamps 1,000s CYCLES

More information is available in R&M Energy Systems technical papers on

rod clamps. They can be downloaded from our website: www.rmenergy.com

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HERCULES Polish Rod Accessories | Leveling Plates, Clamp-Off Support, Lubricators & Liners

PILOT

Leveling Plate
Minimizes polished rod breaks
Compensates for carrier bar
misalignment up to 2 degrees WITH ROD ROTATOR
Installed under rod rotator, or
under polished rod clamp if
rotators are not used
Available for all polished
rod sizes
WITHOUT ROD ROTATOR
Ensures uniform engagement between polished rod PILOT ASSURES ALIGNMENT
clamp & carrier bar IN PUMPING UNIT CARRIER BAR

Note: Mating convex & concave surfaces should be lubricated with grease
prior to installation

Polished Rod Support (PRS)

Prevents crushing of packing
by transferring rod load to
stuffing box body
Designed for use with
Hercules SB, SBT & DPSB
stuffing boxes equipped
with standard Lub Upper
Gland (LUG)
Constructed of light weight,
high-strength aluminum alloy
Weight: 25 lbs.

MAXIMUM LOAD: 50,000 lbs.

Polished Rod Lubricators Polished Rod Liners

Provides convenient polished rod lubrication Economical alternative to
replacing polished rod
Easy installation. Use with any style of stuffing box
Extends useful life of worn or
Lubrication extends stuffing box packing life
pitted polished rod
Uses replaceable felt wicks. (Specify rod size when ordering)
Hard faced spray metal surface
Available for all polished rod sizes
Internally epoxy coated
5-1/2" height
Integral head
Packing is easily replaceable
Lengths: 4' thru 22'

Polished Rod O.D. 1-1/8" 1-1/8" 1-1/4" 1-1/2"

Liner O.D. 1-5/16" 1-3/8" 1-1/2" 1-3/4"

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HERCULES Polish Rod Accessories | Rod Rotators

Rod rotation is the most effective means of removing paraffin from inside the
tubing and distributing wear evenly. This process also protects against severe
rod and tubing wear when used in conjunction with rod guides. Hercules
rod rotators are available in maximum recommended loads ranging from
13,000-40,000 pounds.

T-164

T-302SG (Slow Gear)

T-302

A no-slip conversion kit for

T-252 and T-302SG models is available.
Contact Customer Service for details.
Specify model of rod clamp when ordering. T-252

SPECIFICATIONS T-164 T-164SG T-252 T-302 T-302SG

Max. Output Torque Ft/Lbs* 106 106 120 240 240
Max. Recommended Load 13,000 lbs. 13,000 lbs. 33,000 lbs. 40,000 lbs. 40,000 lbs.
Required Opening
Between Bridle Lines 4" 4" 6" 7" 7"

Polished Rod Sizes 1-1/8" thru 1-1/4" 1-1/8" thru 1-1/4" 1-1/8" thru 1-1/2" 1-1/8" thru 1-3/4" 1-1/8" thru 1-3/4"

Shipping Weight 18 lbs. 18 lbs. 35 lbs. 47 lbs. 47 lbs.

Height 4-1/4" 4-1/4" 5-1/2" 6-1/2" 6-1/2"

Rotation Type Helical Gear Helical Gear Ratchet Table Helical Gear Helical Gear

Body Material Ductile Iron Ductile Iron Ductile Iron Ductile Iron Ductile Iron

*Actuator Cable 16' 16' 25' 25' 25'

90 Lever Pulls Per Revolution 28 43 24 77 154

* Cable lengths available upon request: 10', 16' and 25'.

NOTE: Rotators must be under load to operate (except for no-slip models). Bench testing to verify functionality is not recommended.

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HERCULES | The Most Complete Reciprocating Hook-Up

Hercules
Polished Rod Clamp

Hercules
Rod Rotators

Hercules
Rod Liners
Hercules
Rod
Lubricators Hercules
Stuffing Box

Hercules
Hercules
Leak Detector
Back Pressure
Yale
Regulator
Magnum Unions
Needle Valve

Hercules
Hercules BOP
Cross Tees
RODEC
Hercules Adapter
Tubing Head Flange Rotator Hercules
Choke

Yale
Hercules
Unions
Ball Valve
Hercules
Casing Heads
Hercules
Belled Nipples/
Couplings The Names You
Know & Trust
Hercules
Hercules
Hamer
Plug Valve
Ball Valve Hercules
Magnum
Moyno
New Era
Resun
RODEC
SENTRY
StayTite
New Era Yale
Rod Guides
& Scrapers

For more information, please contact any of these Service Centers:

R&M Energy Systems
301 Premier Road
Borger, Texas, U.S.A. 79007
(800) 858-4158
Web Site: www.rmenergy.com (806) 274-5293
Fax: (806) 274-3418
E-Mail: info@rmenergy.com
R&M Energy Systems Canada
3703 - 98th Street
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T6E 5N2
(800) 661-5659
(780) 465-9500
Fax: (780) 465-9535

2011 by R&M Energy Systems, Inc.

Hercules, Big Stuff, Big Stuff DPSB, NACE Big Stuff, NACE Big Stuff DPSB, DOME, Slick Pack, SENTRY, Magnum, Moyno, Hamer, Resun, StayTite, New Era and
Yale are registered trademarks of R&M Energy Systems.
TM SB, SBT, DPSB, IVSB, IVSBT, IVDPSB, PCSB, HTD, HPORG, ORG, 150H, 200P, Well King, APA, IV-ORG, HPLUG, LUG, Soft Cone Packing, Hard Cone Packing,

Compound S, Special Lubricated, Heavy-Duty, PTFE Filled, Compound ST, Compound C, Compound D, Compound H, Compound G, B-29, T-302SG, T-302,
T-252, T-164, T164SG, Rod Boss, Rod Boss Jr., Figure, Figure 1, Figure 2, Figure 3, RODEC and Hercules Gold are trademarks of R&M Energy Systems, Inc. Printed in U.S.A.
R&M Energy Systems, Inc. is a Unit of Robbins & Myers, Inc. C-3001-0411