Finishing
Internal Plastic Coating (IPC) Reliability that Runs Deep
Our IPC is not an outsourced add-on. It’s a fully integrated, in-house process through TSC Coatings that delivers tighter control and faster turnaround. IPC provides corrosion protection, increased flow efficiency, and extends the wear-life of your drill pipe.
Available through TSC Coatings
TEX300™: Where Reliability Runs Deep.
TEX300™ is a high-performance epoxy powder coating formulated for internal pipe coatings, designed to withstand chemicals and elevated temperatures. It strikes an excellent balance between toughness and flexibility, protecting your string joint after joint.
Quick View
| Type | Epoxy Powder |
| Color | Green |
| Temperature | 300°F (149°C) |
| Applied Thickness | 10-20 mils |
| Characteristics | Corrosion & Abrasion Protection, Scale Mitigation, Hydraulic Efficiency |
| Plant Capabilities | 2" to 12-3/4" OD |
| Applications | Drill Pipe, Production Tubing, Work Strings |
Smart Temperature Coating
At TSC Coatings™, the naming system makes product selection simple. Each name reflects the coating's temperature tolerance, so you can instantly identify the right solution for your downhole conditions. TEX300™ means it is rated up to 300°F. No guesswork, just straightforward decision-making.
Benefits & Highlights
Extended Wear-Life
Extends the service life of pipe, reducing replacement frequency and capital expenditure.
Increased Flow Efficiency
Improves hydraulic performance, allowing for better mud flow and pressure control.
Corrosion & Abrasion Protection
TEX300™ defends against high-velocity fluids, solids, and cuttings that erode uncoated pipe.
Lower Operating Costs
The increased flow efficiency reduces pumping energy requirements, lowering fuel consumption.
Consistent Quality
Every joint is holiday tested to ensure consistent coverage.
Proven Performance
Lab testing demonstrates exceptional adhesion, chemical resistance, and erosion protection, including autoclave, thermal, flexibility, and chemical resistance evaluations.
TEX300™ AR: Where Reliability Runs Deep.
TEX300™ AR is a thermosetting epoxy powder coating rated to 302°F (150°C), applied at 10-20 mils (250-500 microns), for drill pipe, production tubing, and work strings.
Quick View
| Type | Thermosetting Epoxy Powder |
| Color | Green |
| Temperature | 302°F (150°C) |
| Applied Thickness | 10-20 mils (250-500 microns) |
| Plant Capabilities | 2" to 12-3/4" OD |
| Applications | Drill Pipe, Production Tubing, Work Strings |
Smart Temperature Coating
At TSC Coatings™, our product naming convention is intended to support clear product identification. TEX300™ AR references the coating's evaluation under elevated temperature conditions, including autoclave testing at 300°F (149°C). Refer to the performance data sheet for specific test conditions and results.
Benefits & Highlights
Extended Wear-Life
Extends service life of pipe, reducing replacement frequency and capital expenditure.
Increased Flow Efficiency
Improves hydraulic performance, allowing for better mud flow and pressure control.
Corrosion & Abrasion Protection
TEX300™ AR defends against high-velocity fluids, solids, and cuttings that erode uncoated pipe.
Lower Operating Costs
The increased flow efficiency reduces pumping energy requirements, lowering fuel consumption.
Consistent Quality
Every joint is holiday tested to ensure consistent coverage.
Proven Performance
Lab testing demonstrates exceptional adhesion, chemical resistance, and erosion protection. Comprehensive evaluations conducted, including: Autoclave, Thermal Properties, Flexibility, and Chemical Resistance.
Hardbanding Certified Application. Proven Protection.
We apply industry-leading hardbanding products to maximize wear resistance and safeguard both tool joints and the center wear pad. As a certified applicator, TSC™ delivers consistent, precision-applied alloys, including:
- Duraband® NC and Tuffband® NC
- Arnco 150XT™ and 350XT™
- Armacor M™ and Armacor M*™
- Castolin Eutectic® OTW 10SSk, OTW 12Ti, and OTW 16XS
- Defender MAX and Defender ULTRA
- DRILL-GUARD® Ti, DRILL-GUARD® Nb, and DRILL-GUARD® CC
- TCS-8000® and TCS Titanium®
- Tungsten Carbide Spherical Particle Hardband
- Additional alloys available upon request
Tool Joint Make and Break Services
Connection Integrity You Can Count On
Make-and-break cycles are a critical part of preparing drill pipe for the field. By running controlled torque cycles before the pipe ever reaches a rig, you’re essentially “conditioning” the connection so it performs the way it was engineered to perform.
Our controlled make-and-break services help reduce galling, improve torque accuracy, and deliver a string that’s ready to run.
Why Full Integration Matters
When we say We Equip the Industry, integration is one way that we deliver on it. By keeping manufacturing, coating, and technical services under one roof, we give operators a level of consistency and reliability that is unmatched.
- One standard of quality from start to finish
- Faster delivery with no third-party delays
- Better communication for scheduling and services
- Streamlined logistics with fewer handoffs and fewer risks
- Higher field reliability because every durability enhancement is applied to TSC’s standards and quality control that define our drill pipe
We Equip the Industry with Drill Pipe that Lasts.
Put stronger, longer-lasting drill pipe in the field and get a lower cost of ownership.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Which casing-friendly hardbanding alloys can be applied to tool joints?
Hardbanding applications feature non-cracking, casing-friendly alloys including Duraband NC, Tuffband NC, Arnco 150XT/350XT, and TCS-8000. These materials protect tool joints from abrasive formation wear while maintaining low friction against inner casing walls.
What continuous operating temperatures can Internal Plastic Coatings withstand?
Liquid epoxy and baked powder Internal Plastic Coatings (IPC) withstand continuous operating downhole temperatures up to 350°F to 400°F (176°C to 204°C), isolating base metal from corrosive fluids, carbon dioxide ($CO_2$), and oxygen pitting.
How does Internal Plastic Coating improve drilling hydraulic efficiency?
IPC provides a smooth internal pipe surface that reduces fluid friction factors. Lower hydraulic resistance increases flow rates, reduces standpipe pressure requirements, and prevents downhole scale accumulation inside the pipe string.
What is the purpose of shop make-and-break torque conditioning?
Shop make-and-break conditioning subjects tool joint connections to controlled makeup cycles under monitored torque. This burnishes mating threads and shoulder faces, removing surface micro-imperfections and preventing thread galling during initial rig floor makeup.
What quality control testing is conducted on finished internal coatings?
Finished internal coatings undergo dry film thickness (DFT) measurement using magnetic gauges, visual inspection for continuity, and high-voltage spark (holiday) testing to verify zero pinhole voids in the applied coating layer.
