The Rival Friction Reduction Tool (Rival FRT) is a downhole friction reduction technology that, when paired with a Shock Tool, creates an axial oscillation along the drill string to increase steering efficiency, rates of penetration, and practical reach in drilling and completion operations. Rival has two different Hertz rate tools, the FRT and FRT HF, to ensure every application and MWD signal rate is considered.

Key Features:

Available in High Frequency & Low-Frequency Configurations

  • Two tools allow for maximum performance by application
  • Both tools operate with a power section driving a valve actuating a shock tool
  • Both optimized to reduce downhole friction via axial oscillations generated by a pressure pulse
  • Both tools handle high flow & available with premium connections

High-Frequency Configuration

  • Hertz range of 17-20
  • Valve below power section
  • Uses industry-standard eccentric plate motion

Low-Frequency Configuration

  • Hertz range of 9-12
  • Valve above power section
  • Uses flex shaft to centralize plate motion
Tool Size (OD) 5 1/8″ FRT 5 1/8″ FRT HF 7 1/8″ FRT 7 1/8″ FRT HF
Overall Length 132″ 120″ 183″ 123″
Weight 525 lbs 460 lbs 1,200 lbs 860 lbs
Max Flow Rate 350 gpm 350 gpm 700 gpm 700 gpm
Max Temperature 340˚F 340˚F 340˚F 340˚F
Operating Frequency 8 Hz@300gpm 15 Hz@300gpm 10 Hz@600gpm 17 Hz@600gpm
Operating Average Pressure 500-600 psi 500-600 psi 500-625 psi 500-625 psi
Max Pull (pooh 90%) 660,000 lbs  515,000 lbs  1,350,000 lbs  1,350,000 lbs
Max Pull (rerun 65%) 475,000 lbs  370,000 lbs  1,000,000 lbs  1,000,000 lbs
Connections 3-1/2″ IF

XT39

GPDS40

GPDS42

 3-1/2″ IF

XT39

GPDS40

GPDS42

 4-1/2″ IF

XT54

XT57

HT55

 4-1/2″ IF

XT54

XT57

HT55

Rival FRT Value and Benefits:

  • Improves sliding ability and tool face control for steering operations.
  • More efficient weight transfer to bit reduces stick-slip and increases ROP.
  • Reduces drill pipe buckling.
  • Use two Rival FRT’s in a tandem application for extended reach wells.
  • The Rival FRT can be run in oil-based mud and hot hole, high-temperature applications
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