Make up
Term · Oil and gas · MLC-T-OAG-002268
To connect and tighten threaded tubular components, such as drill pipe, drill collars, or casing sections, to form a continuous string. The process involves stabbing one component into another and then rotating it until the connection is secure. Proper makeup requires applying a specified amount of torque to create a seal that can withstand downhole pressures and mechanical stresses.
| Identifier | MLC-T-OAG-002268 |
|---|---|
| Field | Oil and gas |
| Subject | Drilling |
Record as JSON
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"term": "Make up",
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"definition": "To connect and tighten threaded tubular components, such as drill pipe, drill collars, or casing sections, to form a continuous string. The process involves stabbing one component into another and then rotating it until the connection is secure. Proper makeup requires applying a specified amount of torque to create a seal that can withstand downhole pressures and mechanical stresses.",
"subject": "Drilling",
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oil-and-gas/make-up/"
}
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