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For more than 80 years, BESTOLIFE® Premium Compounds have led the market for Drilling, Production and Industrial applications. With HONEY KOTE® Oil and Gas drilling compounds, STINGER® Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) compounds, and STINGER® Water Well compounds, we offer a diverse lineup of superior lubricants that are proven to extend the life of drill pipe and equipment, and increase efficiency for contractors on the toughest and most demanding drilling jobs. All of our products are formulated and manufactured according to the strictest standards of quality to assure that our compounds meet or exceed industry requirements and customer needs. Our perpetual commitment to quality and research ensures that every BESTOLIFE compound...

 

BESTOLIFE® ZN-50

Oil & Gas Drilling Compound - Zinc Based

DESCRIPTION
BESTOLIFE® ZN-50 is a zinc-based thread compound recommended for all rotary shouldered connections.

APPLICATIONS
Zinc-based thread compound recommended for drilling, tool joints, drill collars, and coring bits.

PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS
Color: Gray
Penetration: 280-310 (ASTM D 217)
Weight/Gallon: 14-16 pounds/gallon
Dropping Point: ≥350°F (≥177°C)
Flash Point: ≥485°F (≥252°C)
Brushable To: 10°F (-12°C)
Friction Factor: 1.0 
Shelf Life: 4 years (unopened container)
Contains: Zinc and other non-metallic additives

 

BESTOLIFE® ZN-60

Oil & Gas Drilling Compound - Zinc Based

DESCRIPTION
BESTOLIFE® ZN-60 is a zinc-based thread compound recommended for all rotary shouldered connections. 

APPLICATIONS
Zinc-based thread compound recommended for drilling, tool joints, drill collars, and coring bits.

PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS
Color: Gray
Penetration: 280-310 (ASTM D 217)
Weight/Gallon: 14-16 pounds/gallon
Dropping Point: ≥350°F (≥177°C)
Flash Point: 490°F (254°C)
Brushable To: 10°F (-12°C)
Friction Factor: 1.0 
Shelf Life: 4 years (unopened container)
Contains: Zinc and other non-metallic additives

 

BESTOLIFE® COPPER SUPREME SPECIAL BLEND® PLUS

Oil & Gas Drilling Compound - Copper Based

DESCRIPTION
BESTOLIFE® Copper Supreme Special Blend® Plus (CSSB Plus) adds a proprietary corrosion inhibitor to the original CSSB formula, providing excellent storage protection in addition to its superior running capabilities. CSSB Plus guards against corrosion, resists washout, and will not harden or bleed excessively in storage.

APPLICATIONS
High temperature compound for drill collars and drill pipe with storage protection. Recommended for all drilling applications (rotary-shouldered connections), including high temperature environments. It is also effective for use on slides, jacking systems, cantilever type rigs and assemblies.

PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS
Color: Copper
Penetration: 310-340 (ASTM D 217)
Weight/Gallon: 10.2 pounds/gallon
Dropping Point: ≥500°F (≥260°C)
Flash Point: 399°F (204°C)
Brushable To: 15°F (-9°C)
Friction Factor: 1.15*

ASTM B117 Salt Spray Test: 2500 hours (min)
Shelf Life: 4 years (unopened container)

Contains: Copper flake, synthetic and amorphous graphite, and other non-metallic additives

 

BESTOLIFE® COPR 99

Oil & Gas Drilling Compound - Copper Based

DESCRIPTION
BESTOLIFE® Copr 99 is a lead-free, zinc-free thread compound for rotary-shouldered connections. It provides galling and seizing protection and support for high bearing stress. It applies easily in a wide range of temperatures and conditions, resists washout, and will not harden or bleed excessively in storage.

APPLICATIONS
Economical copper/PTFE compound for rotary- shouldered connections. Recommended for all drilling applications (rotary-shouldered connections). It is also effective for use on slides, jacking systems, cantilever type rigs, and assemblies.

PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS
Color: Copper
Penetration: 295-325 (ASTM D 217)
Weight/Gallon: 9.9 pounds/gallon
Dropping Point: ≥350°F (≥177°C)
Flash Point: ≥392°F (≥200°C)
Brushable To: 10°F (-12°C)
Friction Factor: 1.0
Shelf Life: 4 years (unopened container)

Contains: Copper, PTFE, graphite, and other non- metallic additives

 

BESTOLIFE® COPPER JOINT LEAD FREE

Oil & Gas Drilling Compound - Copper Based

DESCRIPTION
BESTOLIFE® Copper Joint Lead Free (CJLF) is a non-lead, non-zinc thread compound for rotary- shouldered connections. Its high copper content allows it to bear high-pressure stress. CJLF applies easily in a wide range of temperatures and conditions, and is resistant to washout. It will not harden or bleed excessively in storage.

APPLICATIONS
Lead-free answer for drill collars and drill pipe. Recommended for all drilling applications (rotary-shouldered connections). It also is effective for use on open gear jack-up legs.

PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS
Color: Copper
Penetration: 295-325 (ASTM D 217)
Weight/Gallon: 10.2 pounds/gallon
Dropping Point: ≥350°F (≥177°C)
Flash Point: ≥392°F (≥200°C)
Brushable To: 10°F (-12°C)
Friction Factor: 1.1 

Shelf Life: 4 years (unopened container)
Contains: Copper, graphite, and other non-metallic additives

 

BESTOLIFE® 3010® ULTRA

Oil & Gas Drilling Compound - Non-Metallic

DESCRIPTION
BESTOLIFE® 3010® Ultra is a non-metallic thread compound for rotary-shouldered connections and is effective for jack up systems. Heavy metal free for environmental concerns, the compound excels in low temperature and high temperature environments. 3010® Ultra prevents galling and seizing, forming a gasket-like seal in a rotary connection for maximum protection in rough conditions.

APPLICATIONS
Non-metallic compound for rotary-shouldered connections in cold, wet conditions. Recommended for all drilling applications including high temperature environments.

PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS
Color: Black
Penetration: 295-310 (ASTM D 217)
Weight/Gallon: 10.4 pounds/gallon
Dropping Point: ≥300°F (≥149°C)
Flash Point: >310°F (>154°C)
Brushable To: -49°F (-45°C)
Friction Factor: 1.0 
Shelf Life: 4 years (unopened container) 
Contains: Amorphous and synthetic graphite and other non-metallic additives

 

BESTOLIFE® 72733

Oil & Gas Production Compound - Lead Based

DESCRIPTION
BESTOLIFE® 72733 is a high pressure, high temperature thread compound for casing, tubing, and line pipe that exceeds API RP 5A3. It includes a special corrosion inhibitor for superior corrosion resistance as compared to API Modified.

APPLICATIONS
High-pressure thread compound for casing, tubing, and line pipe.

PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS
Color: Dark Copper
Penetration: 310-340 (ASTM D 217)
Weight/Gallon: 15.8 pounds/gallon
Dropping Point: ≥350°F/≥177°C (typ)
Flash Point: 325°F/162.8°C (min)
Brushable To: 0°F/-18°C
Friction Factor: 1.0
Salt Spray: 900 Hours
Shelf Life: 4 years (unopened container) 
Contains: Graphite, lead, zinc, copper 

 

BESTOLIFE® STORAGE COMPOUND

Oil & Gas Production Compound - Storage

DESCRIPTION
BESTOLIFE® Storage Compound (BSC) provides long-term storage protection for threaded surfaces in a variety of conditions. Laboratory tests confirm superior storage protection based on 4000 lab hours which is equal to 4 years.

APPLICATIONS
For long-term storage.

PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS
Color: Off-White
Penetration: 330-350 (ASTM D217)
Weight/Gallon: 8.1 pounds/gallon
Flash Point: ≥399°F/≥204°C (min)
Brushable To: 10°F/-12°C
ASTBM B117 Salt Spray Test: 4000 hrs (min)
Contains: Corrosion and oxidation inhibitors and polymers