MPD Buffer Manifold

Route flow in a variety of advanced drilling systems without reconfiguring piping.

Description

Specifications

Buffer Manifold Specifications

Working pressure

3,000 psi

Area classification

Class I, Division 1

Service

Sour NACE MR0175

API standards

API 6A

Flange size

5⅛ in.

Equalization line

21⁄16 in.

Relief lines

3-in. Fig. 1502

Performance requirement

PR-1

Ambient temperature

-4 to +113 °F (-20 to 45 °C)

Valve type

Anson E-type gate

Valve actuation

Electric

Relief valve

Titan Class RX

Flange ring groove inlay

CRA 625

Dimensions (L × W × H)

173 × 95 × 87 in.

Weight

27,780 lbm

Lifting

DNV 2.7-1

Resources
  • MPowerD MPD Buffer Manifold Spec SheetMPowerD MPD Buffer Manifold Spec Sheet

  • Industry's first truly integrated MPD control system advances offshore drilling efficiency - 2021 World Oil editorialIndustry's first truly integrated MPD control system advances offshore drilling efficiency - 2021 World Oil editorial

  • Giving control back to the driller; Fully integrated MPD system - 2022 World Oil editorialGiving control back to the driller; Fully integrated MPD system - 2022 World Oil editorial