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3½" E-75 Drill Pipe

15.5 lb/ft · E-75 · NC38 (3½ IF)

3½" E-75 drill pipe is a 15.5 lb/ft API 5DP tubular with a 0.449" wall and NC38 (3½ IF) tool joints, offering a theoretical tube-body tensile yield of about 322,775 lb and torsional yield near 21,086 ft-lb. Available for rental worldwide, inspected and serialized.

Dimensional data

Nominal OD 3.500 in (88.9 mm)
Nominal weight 15.5 lb/ft
Wall thickness 0.449 in
Inside diameter (ID) 2.602 in (66.1 mm)
Grade E-75 (min yield 75,000 psi)
Tool joint NC38 (3½ IF)
Range Range 2

Tube-body performance

Theoretical new-tube values — verify against API RP 7G-2 and mill certs
Cross-sectional area 4.304 in²
Tube-body tensile yield 322,775 lb
Tube-body torsional yield 21,086 ft-lb
Internal capacity 0.0066 bbl/ft
Steel displacement 0.0042 bbl/ft
Performance figures are theoretical tube-body values computed from nominal geometry and minimum yield strength. Actual ratings depend on wear class, connection and service conditions.

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FAQ

3½" E-75 drill pipe

What is the tensile yield of 3½" E-75 drill pipe?
The theoretical tube-body tensile yield of 3½" 15.5 lb/ft E-75 drill pipe is approximately 322,775 lb, based on a cross-sectional area of 4.304 in² and a minimum yield strength of 75,000 psi. Verify against API RP 7G-2 and mill certificates for your string.
What connection does 3½" E-75 drill pipe use?
Our rental 3½" E-75 drill pipe is typically supplied with NC38 (3½ IF) tool joints, though premium connections can be provided on request.
Can I rent 3½" E-75 drill pipe?
Yes. Drillstrings rents inspected, serialized 3½" E-75 drill pipe worldwide. Send your footage, connection and rig location for a quote within the hour.