“2000”
High-Pressure / High-Temperature Thread Compound
for Casing, Tubing, and Line Pipe
COLOR Black - copper
PENETRATION 310-330 (ASTM D-217)
WEIGHT/GALLON 10.4 pounds/gallon
DROPPING POINT 350°F/177ºC (typ)
FLASH POINT 385°F/196ºC (min)
BRUSHABLE TO 10°F/-12ºC
SERVICE RATING 500°F/260ºC
TORQUE FACTOR 0.90 (relative to API Modified)*
CONTAINS Inert nonmetallic solids and <4%
copper
Bestolife “2000”® is a non-lead, non-zinc alternative to API Modified. Extensive
controlled testing, including full-scale make and breaks and sustained gas pressure
tests, has demonstrated that “2000”® conforms with ISO 13678 and API RP 5A3. “2000”®
will meet or exceed the listed performance objectives in ISO 13678 and API RP 5A3.
The major solid components are a proprietary blend of nonmetallic materials that are
inert to chemical attack, such as occurs in sour gas environments and with CO2
injection, and stable to temperatures in excess of 500°F. Bestolife “2000”® also
addresses one of the major concerns in pipe yards and threading operations today -
rejects due to pitting and corrosion. In a 700 hour salt fog spray test, “2000”® has
demonstrated corrosion protection that exceeds the performance of the leading storage
compound in the industry. The results of these tests show that Bestolife “2000”® is not
only an excellent “running” compound but can also provide superior protection during
long term storage (contact manufacturer for application requirements).
*The proper field torque for all API casing and tubing connections should be determined by following the procedures
outlined in API RP 5C1: “Recommended Practice for Care and Use of Casing and Tubing”.
DO NOT USE ON OXYGEN LINES OR IN OXYGEN ENRICHED ATMOSPHERES.