It is the upmost importance to accurately ascertain a consistent orientation of the downhole BHA. The muleshoe is the shoulder that the MWD string rests upon and must be built to with stand the harshest environments. K6 has constructed a traditional muleshoe sleeve that every aspect is designed to outlast, outperform and withstand the harshest environments.
FEATURES
Available in 3 1/2”, 4 3/4”, and 6 1/2”
One piece lock down version to secure your tool in place for those hard drilling applications
One piece Full length carbide orifice sleeves (to reduce wash at the exit of the sleeve)
Reduced turbulent flow conditions with better transitions into flow diversion and restriction areas (Less wash, reduced maintenance costs)
Proprietary metal hardening treatment that increases the wear tolerance of the part
Retaining nut (Replaces the snap rings)
Machines from solid block 17-4 Stainless steel (No cheaper cast versions available)
Proprietary carbide cladding formula and technique to apply carbide to the face of the muleshoe which reduces wash dramatically. Increasing life expectancy by 6x or more in most cases
BENEFITS
Easy to service
Maintenance costs go down by not having to replace them as often
Less time to service the component between jobs
Less Mid-job hotshots to replace prematurely washed components
