Wellhead Products

IC Test Plug

Description
The IC test plug is used in the Ingram Cactus IC-2 and IC-6 heads and spools. It utilizes the dovetail style seal. It
is equipped with a 4-1/2” IF tool joint thread in a box top and bottom configuration.

Design Features
Dovetail Seal
• The Dovetail seal is a radially energized elastomer P ip e P lu g
seal used in all IC test plugs.
• The IC Test plug is not designed to be used with 4 L ift L u g s
lockscrews
• It is equipped with a pipe plug and valve removal 4 -1 /2 " IF B o x
plug to accomodate different testing methods.
D o v e ta il S e a l

S w a g e lo c k F ittin g

4 -1 /2 " IF B o x

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installation procedure
for

IC Test Plug/Running Tool

Surface Wellhead Publication RP-654

January 2001

IC Test Plug/Running Tool RP-654

Installation Procedure Page 1
 © Cooper Cameron Corporation, 2001

RP-654 IC Test Plug/Running Tool

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Stage 3 — 7-5/8" Casing
Testing the BOP Stack WARNING:
Immediately after making up the BOP stack and periodically Ensure the Elastomer is
down and Lift Lugs are Up
during the drilling of the hole for the next casing string, the BOP
stack (connections and rams) must be tested. Test Plug 1/2" NPT Weep Hole
Fitted With Allen
1. Make up the BOP stack to the Head/Spool using a spare Configuration Socket Pipe Plug
ring gasket.

2. Examine the Test Plug/Running Tool. Verify the following: 4-1/2" IF Lift Lug
for Wear Bushing
• dovetail seal is in place and undamaged
• 1/2" pipe plug is installed, if required
• VR plug is properly installed, if required
Dovetail Seal
• all threads are in good condition

3. Orient the Tool with elastomer down and lift lugs up.

4. Make up a joint of drill pipe to the top of the Tool. 1-1/4" LP, VR Plug
(1-1/8" Hex)
5. Wipe the dovetail seal of the Tool.

WARNING: Ensure the elastomer is down and the lift lugs are
up.
4-1/2" IF
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NOTE: The IC Test Plug does not require lockscrews to
energize the seal.

6. Open the annulus valve of the Head/Spool. Landing Joint

7. Ensure the lockscrews, if applicable, of the Head/Spool

are fully retracted from the bore.

8. Slowly lower the Test Plug through the BOP until it lands
on the load shoulder in the Head/Spool.

9. Close the BOP rams on the drill pipe and test to the
maximum rated working pressure of the flange con-
nection.

NOTE: In the event the Test Plug is to be installed in the drill

string, refer to the chart in the back of this manual for maximum
hanging loads for the desired test pressure.

10. Monitor the annulus valve for signs of pressure. Test Plug
Configuration
11. After a satisfactory test is achieved, release pressure, RP001887
close the outlet valve and open the rams.

12. Remove as much fluid from the BOP stack as possible. 14. Clean, grease and store the Tool as required.

13. Retrieve the Test Plug slowly to avoid damage to the seal. 15. Repeat this procedure as required during drilling opera-
tions.
NOTE: It may be necessary to open the annulus valve when
starting to retrieve the Test Plug to relieve and vaccume that
may occur.

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 IC Test Plug Maximum Load

B ow l Maximum Hanging Load (in 1000s lbs) at Test Pressure

Siz e Pressure 0 p si 2,000 psi 3,000 psi 5,000 psi 10,000 psi 15,000 psi
2,000 to
213 135 96 19 N/A N/A
5,000 psi
7-1/16"
10,000 psi 253 175 136 59 0 N/A

15,000 psi 477 399 360 282 88 0

2,000 to
600 479 419 299 0 N/A
10,000 psi
9"
15,000 psi 751 630 570 450 149 0

2,000 to
1277 1091 998 812 348 N/A
10,000 psi
11"
15,000 psi 1596 1410 1317 1131 667 202

2,000 to
1713 1426 1283 997 281 N/A
10,000 psi
13-5/8"
15,000 psi 2142 1855 1712 1426 710 5

2,000 to
16-3/4" 3076 2641 2424 1990 N/A N/A
5,000 psi

2,000 to
20" 2733 2096 1778 1142 N/A N/A
5,000 psi

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