High-Performance 8½" Core Drill Bit – Model SC226 | Baker Hughes Christensen (Germany / Kazakhstan)
Product Overview
The SC226 Core Head Drill Bit by Baker Hughes Christensen (a division of Baker Oil Tools) is a premium-grade drilling bit designed for oil and gas well coring operations. It has been field-proven in major projects such as the Karachaganak Field, meeting API Q1 / Spec 7 standards and certified for industrial drilling applications. Made from hardened alloy steel, it offers superior durability under high-pressure, high-temperature (HPHT) conditions. This model is specifically engineered for hard and semi-hard formations, providing efficient penetration and reliable core recovery.
Technical Specifications
Model: SC226
Item Code: 66422_A
Type: Core Head / Coring Drill Bit
Bit Size: 8½ inch
Heat Number: 7201943
Lot Number: 5240A1
Manufacturer: Baker Hughes Christensen
Manufacturing Site: Celle, Germany / Kazakhstan
Certification: API Q1 / Spec 7 – License #7-0177.4
Approval Date: August 15, 2003
Project: Karachaganak
Material: High-strength hardened alloy steel
Application
The SC226 bit is ideal for coring in hard and semi-hard formations, including:
Limestone and Dolomite
Hard Shale
Dense Sandstone
Interbedded Formations
Recommended Operating Depth: 2,500–5,000 meters (depending on pressure and lithology) Typical Use: Core sampling, geological evaluation, and formation testing in oil & gas wells.
Key Features
Exceptional wear, impact, and heat resistance
Precision-engineered cutting structure for stable performance
Maintains core quality in fragile or variable formations
Long service life and consistent drilling efficiency