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5½" E-75 Drill Pipe

24.7 lb/ft · E-75 · 5½ FH

5½" E-75 drill pipe is a 24.7 lb/ft API 5DP tubular with a 0.415" wall and 5½ FH tool joints, offering a theoretical tube-body tensile yield of about 497,222 lb and torsional yield near 56,574 ft-lb. Available for rental worldwide, inspected and serialized.

Dimensional data

Nominal OD 5.500 in (139.7 mm)
Nominal weight 24.7 lb/ft
Wall thickness 0.415 in
Inside diameter (ID) 4.670 in (118.6 mm)
Grade E-75 (min yield 75,000 psi)
Tool joint 5½ FH
Range Range 2

Tube-body performance

Theoretical new-tube values — verify against API RP 7G-2 and mill certs
Cross-sectional area 6.63 in²
Tube-body tensile yield 497,222 lb
Tube-body torsional yield 56,574 ft-lb
Internal capacity 0.0212 bbl/ft
Steel displacement 0.0064 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

5½" E-75 drill pipe

What is the tensile yield of 5½" E-75 drill pipe?
The theoretical tube-body tensile yield of 5½" 24.7 lb/ft E-75 drill pipe is approximately 497,222 lb, based on a cross-sectional area of 6.63 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 5½" E-75 drill pipe use?
Our rental 5½" E-75 drill pipe is typically supplied with 5½ FH tool joints, though premium connections can be provided on request.
Can I rent 5½" E-75 drill pipe?
Yes. Drillstrings rents inspected, serialized 5½" E-75 drill pipe worldwide. Send your footage, connection and rig location for a quote within the hour.