Running out of critical BOP spare parts on a rig is not just an inconvenience — it can force an expensive well suspension. API RP 53 requires operators to maintain minimum spare part inventories for BOP equipment on the rig at all times.
⚠️ Always use genuine CAMTOP OEM spare parts. Third-party parts may look identical but differ in material composition or dimensional tolerances, resulting in premature seal failure.
The Essential Softgoods Kit
What’s included in a CAMTOP Standard Bonnet Softgoods Kit per cavity:
| Item | Description | Qty per Cavity |
|---|---|---|
| Front packing element | Primary wellbore seal on pipe or bore face | 2 (L + R) |
| Ram back seal | Rear seal between ram body and bonnet bore | 2 (L + R) |
| Top seal | Seal between ram cavity and upper bore | 1 |
| Bonnet O-ring | Seals bonnet face to BOP body | 1 |
| Hydraulic piston seals | Seals between piston and cylinder bore | 1 set |
| Manual lock rod seal | Prevents external hydraulic fluid leak at lock | 1 |
Elastomer Selection by Service Environment
| Service Type | Elastomer | Temp Range |
|---|---|---|
| Standard (sweet service) | NBR (Nitrile) | –20°C to +100°C |
| Sour service (H₂S present) | HNBR (Hydrogenated Nitrile) | –20°C to +120°C |
| High temperature (>100°C) | FKM (Viton) | –15°C to +175°C |
Ram Assembly Spare Sets
API RP 53 requires at least one complete spare set of ram assemblies on the rig for each cavity of each BOP in the stack, including:
- One complete spare set of pipe rams for each pipe OD in use
- One complete spare set of VBRs if VBRs are installed
- One complete spare set of shear blind rams if installed
Parts Shelf Life
| Item | Recommended Shelf Life | Storage Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| NBR softgoods kits | 5 years from manufacture date | Dark, dry, 15–25°C; away from ozone sources |
| HNBR softgoods kits | 5 years from manufacture date | Same as NBR |
| FKM softgoods kits | 10 years from manufacture date | Dark, dry, 15–25°C |
CAMTOP Global Parts Stock Locations
- Shanghai, China (main manufacturing & parts hub)
- Dubai, UAE (Middle East & Africa coverage)
- Houston, USA (Americas coverage)
- Algeria (North Africa coverage)
- Mexico (Latin America coverage)
Air freight from the nearest stock location ensures most parts reach your rig within 24–72 hours worldwide.
Order CAMTOP WU-Series BOP Spare Parts Today: sales@cposl.com | +86.21.58432768 | www.camtop-oilfieldtools.com/
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