DynoFlow Drilling Motor Dynamometer Test System

DynoFlow Drilling Motor Dynamometer Test System

Bring Full-Scale Drilling Motor Testing In-House

Bring Full-Scale Drilling Motor Testing In-House

Acquire an established drilling motor testing capability

Wenzel Industries is making its full-scale drilling motor dynamometer test system available for acquisition from its Edmonton facility.

Rather than beginning with the engineering and integration of a completely new motor test facility, a qualified buyer can acquire an existing system incorporating high-pressure fluid supply, motor loading and support equipment, measurement capabilities and computer controls.

The test system was developed to assess drilling motor performance before equipment is released downhole. Torque, RPM, pressure and flow can be captured simultaneously, allowing motor performance to be evaluated under controlled conditions.

It can support QA/QC, motor rebuild validation, prototype testing and engineering development.

Validate drilling motor performance before field deployment

For drilling motor manufacturers, rental companies and service facilities, a test bench provides a controlled opportunity to evaluate equipment before it returns to operation.

The Wenzel drilling motor dynamometer can support evaluation of:

  • New drilling motors.
  • Serviced and rebuilt motors.
  • Power-section configurations.
  • Fit parameters.
  • Applied thrust/load conditions.
  • Prototype designs.
  • Engineering modifications.

The computer captures torque, RPM, pressure and flow simultaneously, while torque load can be adjusted and maintained through the control system.

The test arrangement is also designed to minimize external force applied to the motor bearings during testing.

Below: The KAMAT pneumatic brake slows the rotation of a downhole drilling motor to simulate drilling resistance on the DynoFlow tester.

Three ways to put the system to work

1. QA/QC and motor rental operations

Validate new, serviced or rebuilt drilling motors before releasing them to the field.

For companies operating significant motor fleets or rebuild programs, an internal test capability can become part of a controlled QA/QC process and provide additional performance information before a motor returns to service.

2. Engineering, prototypes and R&D

Evaluate motor configurations, power sections and design changes while capturing controlled performance data.

The ability to collect torque, RPM, pressure and flow simultaneously gives engineering teams useful information for comparing configurations and assessing performance.

3. Establish in-house testing capability

For companies that currently outsource testing—or that are developing a new motor manufacturing, rebuild or engineering operation—the system provides an opportunity to acquire an integrated test installation rather than beginning with a completely new dynamometer facility.

Is our dynanometer right for you?

If you find yourself in one of the following categories, the DynoFlow tester would be an invaluable resource:

  • Drilling motor manufacturers
  • Downhole drilling-tool manufacturers
  • Independent motor rental companies
  • Motor rebuilding and service facilities
  • Directional drilling companies with internal motor operations
  • Engineering and product-development organizations
  • Companies developing drilling motor or power-section prototypes
  • Regional oilfield service companies building internal QA/QC capability
  • Specialized drilling-tool research and testing organizations

Located in Edmonton; available to qualified buyers worldwide

The drilling motor test system is located at the Wenzel Industries facility in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.

Wenzel welcomes inquiries from prospective buyers in Canada, the United States, the Middle East, Latin America and other international drilling markets.

Disassembly, loading, transportation, installation and commissioning arrangements will be determined as part of discussions with the eventual buyer. No particular service in these areas should be assumed unless specifically agreed.

On-site training delivered by experienced Wenzel staff may be included as part of the sale.

Technical Specs

Max pressure:
2,100 psi
(Approx. 145 bar)

Max flow:
716 GPM
(Approx. 2,710 LPM)

Max pressure at max flow:
1,675 psi
(Approx. 115 bar)

Max tool diameter:
11 in. OD
(Approx. 279 mm)

Min tool diameter:
3.5 in. OD
(Approx. 89 mm)

Max motor torque:
30,000 ft-lb
(Approx. 40.7 kN·m)

Clean tank capacity:
2,600 gal
(Approx. 9,842 litres)

Dirty tank capacity:
1,300 gal
(Approx. 4,921 litres)

Major System Components

  • 700 HP Caterpillar C18 diesel engine
  • ZF AS Tronic transmission
  • KAMAT 55140 triplex pump
  • NOV computer system
  • Cooling system
  • High-accuracy load cell for torque measurement
  • Hydraulic centering tool clamp
  • Hydraulic tool supports

Included Documentation

  • CAT C15/C18 Operation and Maintenance Manual
  • CAT C18 service intervals
  • KAMAT high-pressure plunger pump operating, maintenance and repair manual
  • Detailed National Oilwell Varco testing-bench computer/electronics drawings

Acquire an established drilling motor testing capability

Wenzel Industries is making its full-scale drilling motor dynamometer test system available for acquisition from its Edmonton facility.

Rather than beginning with the engineering and integration of a completely new motor test facility, a qualified buyer can acquire an existing system incorporating high-pressure fluid supply, motor loading and support equipment, measurement capabilities and computer controls.

The test system was developed to assess drilling motor performance before equipment is released downhole. Torque, RPM, pressure and flow can be captured simultaneously, allowing motor performance to be evaluated under controlled conditions.

It can support QA/QC, motor rebuild validation, prototype testing and engineering development.

Technical Specs

Max pressure: 2,100 psi
(Approx. 145 bar)

Max flow: 716 GPM
(Approx. 2,710 LPM)

Max pressure at max flow: 1,675 psi
(Approx. 115 bar)

Max tool diameter: 11 in. OD
(Approx. 279 mm)

Min tool diameter: 3.5 in. OD
(Approx. 89 mm)

Max motor torque: 30,000 ft-lb
(Approx. 40.7 kN·m)

Clean tank capacity: 2,600 gal
(Approx. 9,842 litres)

Dirty tank capacity: 1,300 gal
(Approx. 4,921 litres)

  • 700 HP Caterpillar C18 diesel engine
  • ZF AS Tronic transmission
  • KAMAT 55140 triplex pump
  • NOV computer system
  • Cooling system
  • High-accuracy load cell for torque measurement
  • Hydraulic centering tool clamp
  • Hydraulic tool supports

  • CAT C15/C18 Operation and Maintenance Manual
  • CAT C18 service intervals
  • KAMAT high-pressure plunger pump operating, maintenance and repair manual
  • Detailed National Oilwell Varco testing-bench computer/electronics drawings

Validate drilling motor performance before field deployment

For drilling motor manufacturers, rental companies and service facilities, a test bench provides a controlled opportunity to evaluate equipment before it returns to operation.

The Wenzel drilling motor dynamometer can support evaluation of:

  • New drilling motors.
  • Serviced and rebuilt motors.
  • Power-section configurations.
  • Fit parameters.
  • Applied thrust/load conditions.
  • Prototype designs.
  • Engineering modifications.

The computer captures torque, RPM, pressure and flow simultaneously, while torque load can be adjusted and maintained through the control system.

The test arrangement is also designed to minimize external force applied to the motor bearings during testing.

Below: The KAMAT pneumatic brake slows the rotation of a downhole drilling motor to simulate drilling resistance on the DynoFlow tester.

Three ways to put the system to work

1. QA/QC and motor rental operations

Validate new, serviced or rebuilt drilling motors before releasing them to the field.

For companies operating significant motor fleets or rebuild programs, an internal test capability can become part of a controlled QA/QC process and provide additional performance information before a motor returns to service.

2. Engineering, prototypes and R&D

Evaluate motor configurations, power sections and design changes while capturing controlled performance data.

The ability to collect torque, RPM, pressure and flow simultaneously gives engineering teams useful information for comparing configurations and assessing performance.

3. Establish in-house testing capability

For companies that currently outsource testing—or that are developing a new motor manufacturing, rebuild or engineering operation—the system provides an opportunity to acquire an integrated test installation rather than beginning with a completely new dynamometer facility.

Is our dynanometer right for you?

If you find yourself in one of the following categories, the DynoFlow tester would be an invaluable resource:

  • Drilling motor manufacturers
  • Downhole drilling-tool manufacturers
  • Independent motor rental companies
  • Motor rebuilding and service facilities
  • Directional drilling companies with internal motor operations
  • Engineering and product-development organizations
  • Companies developing drilling motor or power-section prototypes
  • Regional oilfield service companies building internal QA/QC capability
  • Specialized drilling-tool research and testing organizations

Located in Edmonton; available to qualified buyers worldwide

The drilling motor test system is located at the Wenzel Industries facility in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.

Wenzel welcomes inquiries from prospective buyers in Canada, the United States, the Middle East, Latin America and other international drilling markets.

Disassembly, loading, transportation, installation and commissioning arrangements will be determined as part of discussions with the eventual buyer. No particular service in these areas should be assumed unless specifically agreed.

On-site training delivered by experienced Wenzel staff may be included as part of the sale.

Technical Specs

Max pressure: 2,100 psi
(Approx. 145 bar)

Max flow: 716 GPM
(Approx. 2,710 LPM)

Max pressure at max flow: 1,675 psi
(Approx. 115 bar)

Max tool diameter: 11 in. OD
(Approx. 279 mm)

Min tool diameter: 3.5 in. OD
(Approx. 89 mm)

Max motor torque: 30,000 ft-lb
(Approx. 40.7 kN·m)

Clean tank capacity: 2,600 gal
(Approx. 9,842 litres)

Dirty tank capacity: 1,300 gal
(Approx. 4,921 litres)

Major System Components

  • 700 HP Caterpillar C18 diesel engine
  • ZF AS Tronic transmission
  • KAMAT 55140 triplex pump
  • NOV computer system
  • Cooling system
  • High-accuracy load cell for torque measurement
  • Hydraulic centering tool clamp
  • Hydraulic tool supports

Included Documentation

  • CAT C15/C18 Operation and Maintenance Manual
  • CAT C18 service intervals
  • KAMAT high-pressure plunger pump operating, maintenance and repair manual
  • Detailed National Oilwell Varco testing-bench computer/electronics drawings

Request the Technical Package

Curious to know more about the DynoFlow tester?

Contact us to request detailed specifications, additional photographs and available technical documentation. We would also be happy to arrange a demo.