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Pipe dope

Term · Oil and gas · MLC-T-OAG-002796

A specialized lubricant and sealant applied to the threads of tubular connections, such as drill pipe, casing, and tubing, before they are made up. This compound prevents galling, provides a seal against fluid leakage, and facilitates proper torque application. Pipe dope typically contains metallic particles like zinc or copper.

Table 1. Record
IdentifierMLC-T-OAG-002796
FieldOil and gas
SubjectDrilling
Record as JSON 
{
  "id": "MLC-T-OAG-002796",
  "term": "Pipe dope",
  "field": "Oil and gas",
  "definition": "A specialized lubricant and sealant applied to the threads of tubular connections, such as drill pipe, casing, and tubing, before they are made up. This compound prevents galling, provides a seal against fluid leakage, and facilitates proper torque application. Pipe dope typically contains metallic particles like zinc or copper.",
  "subject": "Drilling",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oil-and-gas/pipe-dope/"
}

Record 2,978 of 4,469 in Oil and gas terminology (MLC-0103). Request the full dataset.