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HYDROMATIC® AND HYDROTARDER®
AUXILIARY BRAKES
Standard of the Drilling Industry for 60 Years
The Hydromatic® Brake or Hydrotarder® is a hydro-dynamic device
that absorbs power by converting mechanical energy into heat in its
working fluid which is normally water. Resistance is created exclusively
by fluid friction and agitation of the fluid circulated between the vaned
pockets of the rotor and stator elements with the conversion of
mechanical energy to heat taking place directly within the fluid itself. The
amount of mechanical energy that can be absorbed in this manner is
dependent upon the quantity and velocity of the fluid in the working
chamber.
It will be readily seen that with any specific quantity of fluid in the
working chamber, the velocity of the fluid will be increased with
increased revolving speed of the rotor. In this manner the horsepower
capacity of the Hydromatic® Brake or Hydrotarder® increases
approximately in proportion to the cube of the speed; if the speed is
doubled, the horsepower resistance is increased eight times. The
hydraulic horsepower capacity increases at this rate to the maximum
operating speed of the brake. It should be noted, however, that other
limitations such as shaft diameter and fluid flow capacity may be the
limiting factor instead of speed.
Still the Simplest and Easiest to Operate
The new and improved Hydromatic® Brakes are as easy and simple to
operate as ever. Any Driller can operate them without previous
experience or special training. All that needs to be done is to open or
close the valve that controls the water level in the brake circulating
system.
Now Further Ahead Than Ever
Today's Hydromatic® Brakes are the result of years of continuous'
research and improvement. Drillers who have tried them say the new,
improved Hydromatic® Brakes are definitely better than ever and still the
best auxiliary drawworks brake ever offered.
APPLICATIONS
The Hydromatic® Brake or Hydrotarder® is a versatile piece of
equipment. Originally developed for use on heavy duty rotary drilling rigs,
its uses have spread to other areas such as cranes, hoists, ski lifts, on
and off highway vehicles, gravity conveyors, dynamometers, deep water
anchor handling, and many others. Any equipment which generates a
surplus of energy on descent can profit from the smooth, fluid action,
"power absorbing" efficiency of the Hydromatic® Brake or
Hydrotarder®.
Because of the special nature involved in most other areas, such as
vehicle applications, dynamometers, etc., no attempt has been made to
include detailed information for design in this catalog. It is suggested that
for any proposed application of this nature, our Engineering Department
be contacted.
CLEAN FRESH WATER REQUIRED
A Hydromatic® Brake must have an adequate circulating system
that will provide cool water at all times for the loads that it will be required
to handle. It is imperative that the water used in the circulating system be
fresh and free of all foreign substance. Experience has proven that
brackish or corrosive water, when used in the circulating system, causes
corrosion that accelerates cavitation and erosion within a brake.
NO SPECIAL CARE REQUIRED
When a Hydromatic® Brake has been properly installed, it requires
no special care. It should be inspected at regular periods, such as should
be done with the entire rig. Each grease fitting on the brake should be
lubricated with a good grade of No. 2 waterproof grease equivalent on
each round trip before starting in the hole. It is recommended that same
type waterproof grease be used consistently, as some types are not
compatible with others.
CIRCULATES OWN WATER
The rotor in a Hydromatic® Brake is also designed to serve as an
impeller for discharging heated water at the discharge ports. The rate of
discharge is approximately the same as the rate at which cool water
enters the brake, provided the discharge line from the brake is not
restricted.
During the running in of a stand of pipe with a Hydromatic® Brake
revolving in the direction to create resistance, a sufficient volume of cool
water must be available at the brake inlet, at pressures between the
minimum and maximum recommended, to displace the water in the
brake as it is heated.
Almost Impossible to Fail
The new, improved Hydromatic® Brakes are practically 100%
failure proof. As long as the water supply to the brake is not interrupted, it
is practically impossible for anything to get out of order in the brake or for
the brake to fail.
Greater Capacity and Safety
The chief improvement in the new Hydromatic® Brakes is their
increased capacity. Their greater capacity for handling heavier loads at
lower speeds steps up drilling operations and provides safer working
conditions than ever before.
Ask Your Drawworks Manufacturer
If you are operating a rig without a Hydromatic® Brake, or are
considering buying a new rig, ask the manufacturer about installing a
Hydromatic® Brake. Manufacturers will be glad to recommend the size
best suited to your needs. All of them know and recommend the
Hydromatic® Brake and are prepared to install it before your drawworks
leaves the factory.
FUNCTION OF CIRCULATING SYSTEM
Pressures in excess of those recommended will NOT increase the
resistance capacity of a brake, but will cause rapid wear on the sealing
elements.
Since all of the mechanical energy absorbed in a Hydromatic®
Brake appears as heat in the water, it will be apparent that the primary
function of a Hydromatic® Brake water circulating system is to supply
cool water through the inlet of the brake to displace the heated water and
thus prevent the formation of steam within the brake; also to remove the
heated water from circulating system or dissipate the heat that is in it.
The secondary function of a Hydromatic® Brake water circulating
system is to provide controls to permit the driller to vary the brake
capacity to meet the rig requirements. The capacity at any speed is
adjustable by regulating the quantity of water being circulated between
the vaned pockets of the rotor and stators in the working chamber.
Depending on the type of installation, infinitely close regulation or
regulation in any desired number of steps may be obtained by varying the
rate of flow into the brake or varying the level of the water in the
circulating system and standpipe, dependent on the type of brake and
type of circulating system.
Any circulating system used must include a means for dissipating
the heat from the circulating system at the rate at which it is generated in
the water by the retardation of the brake. Heat dissipation may be
accomplished by the use of heat exchangers, or by providing a sufficient
supply of fluid to act as a heat sink.
WINCH / WINDLASS SYSTEMS WITH
PARMAC AUXILIARY BRAKE FOR DEEP
WATER ANCHOR HANDLING
The Parmac Hydromatic® Brake can be used both to control the
lowering of anchors from a work-boat, and to control the anchor chain
payout during the positioning of the anchor from the rig. When used in
conjunction with large anchor handling winches or windlasses, the
power absorbing ability of the Hydromatic® Brakes results in better
performance, improved control and smoother operation.
At 200 feet per minute, the Parmac Hydromatic® Brakes assist in
safely making the anchor descent rate three times faster than other
equipment being used today.
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Manufacturers of P a r k e r s b u rq Products
(316)251-5000 / P.O. BOX 1149 / TELEX 437 000 PARMACCFVL-UD / COFFEYVILLE, KANSAS 67337 — U. S. A.

HYDROMATIC® AND HYDROTARDER®

AUXILIARY BRAKES
Standard of the Drilling Industry for 60 Years
DISCHARGE
A TYPE FOR EVERY NEED PORTS
Hydromatic® Brakes are available in sizes to meet every need for
drilling to depths well below 35,000 feet and for all sizes of well servicing
rigs. The range of sizes and maximum recommended operating speeds
include the following:

** *
Size Maximum Maximum Maximum Volume Weight of Capacity
Pressure Speed Shaft Dia. In Brake Horse-
P. S. 1. R. P. M. Inches Gallons Pounds power

15" D. R. 25 2300 3 1/8 6 580 1600

121 25 2300 3 1/8 2 300 800
122 25 2300 3 1/8 3 1/4 432 1600
22" S. R. 25 1550 4 15/16 10 1200 2500
201 25 1550 5 5 980 1500
202 25 1550 5 9 1/10 1475 3000
22" D. R. 25 1550 4 15/16 20 2300 4000
V80 15 1550 5 13 1/2 1240 5000
S. S. R. 28 15 900 5 17 2120 5500
262 15 850 5 1/2 30 2750 6000
341 15 600 7 1/2 35 3400 6000
341A 15 600 7 1/2 35 2465 6000
7 1/2 5300 7500
INLET INLET
342 15 600 56
342A 15 600 7 1/2 56 3900 7500
PORT PORT
60" S. R 15 375 7 1/2 180 9500 8000
451 15 500 7 1/2 78 3700 8500
481 15 450 7 1/2 98 7500 9000
V200 15 480 7 1/2 96 9100 10000
V295 15 350 9 1/4 315 26880 12000

Brakes are furnished with special shafts to customer's specifications up

to the maximum shaft diameter shown.
* Based upon maximum possible fluid flowrate thru the brake.
** Based upon maximum rotor R. P. M. and attainable at a flowrate
and horsepower less than maximum.
Parmac's new generation of Hydromatic Brakes are more efficient
for their size and weight. These include the following models: 121, 122,
201, 202, SSR28, 262, 341, 342, 451 and 481.
These newer brakes have an improved sealing arrangement for
better sealing and longer seal life, which also simplifies their
replacement.
Some of these new models offer easier controlability, and will fit in
the old cradle without modification.
When the Hydromatic® Brake was first used on drilling rigs for
faster and safer well completion, the rigs were moved by mule teams.
Contractors are now moving rigs by Airplane or Helicopter, and the 341,
342 and 451 are available in Aluminum to meet their low weight
requirements.
When you need auxiliary braking capacity on your rig or semi,
contact Parmac. the Auxiliary Brake People.

Bud McClellan
Frank Nevins Houston, Texas (71 3) 956-7400 "PARMAC HYDROMATIC® BRAKES are produced under one or more ol the following
United States Patents "
B. G. Butler Odessa, Texas (915)332-6433 1,746,372 1,992,910 2.061,866 2.170,128 2,786,552
1,915,547 1,992,911 2,113,109 2.287,130 3,016.991
1,985,889 1,992,912 2.126,751 2,733,778 3,860,097
Casper, Wyoming (307) 234-4503 3,945,473 4,043.434
"The PARKERSBURG HYDROMATIC' BRAKE SYSTEM is fully protected under the
Larry Taylor following Foreign Patents."
Paul Robben Oklahoma City, Oklahoma (405)634-1417 Argentine Patents 42,776, 204,561, 210,301 French Patents 1,078,520, 75.00279
Venezuelan Patents 1494/33, 34,203, British Patents 421,807, 422,264, 724,293
34,898, 37,294 1,485,551, 1,571,699
Bob Fuller D. R. P. Patent 642,008 Canadian Patents 557,393, 1,030,841,
(Sales Mgr.) Italian Patents 499,982, 1,026,328 1,058,053
Ned Octrooi, 41246, 42587, 165538 Australian Patent 491,681
Gordon German Mexican Patent 138,767
Steve Braschler, "Other U. S. and Foreign Patents Pending "
(Chief Engineer) Coffeyville, Kansas (316)251-5000 "Trademarks HYDROMATIC, HYDROTARDER and PARKERSBURG registered
U S. A. and Foreign Countries "