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Product Description

API Machine Manual Tong Dies and Slip Inserts
 

Tong Dies and Slip Inserts Product Description

SGPE Tong Dies and Slip Inserts are replaceable gripping components designed for oilfield tubular handling equipment. They help tools grip, rotate, suspend or hold drill pipe, casing, tubing, drill collars and other tubular products during drilling, completion, workover and well servicing operations. A correctly matched die or insert provides dependable contact with the tubular surface while supporting stable torque transfer or load suspension.

SGPE supplies a wide range of oilfield dies and inserts according to equipment type, equipment model, tubular outside diameter, required torque, suspended load and allowable surface marking. Common products include power tong dies, manual tong dies, drill pipe tong dies, casing tong dies, tubing tong dies, iron roughneck dies, rotary slip inserts, drill collar slip inserts, casing slip inserts, power slip inserts, elevator inserts, spider inserts and safety clamp inserts.

Inspection Item	Available Check
Material Verification	Material grade and chemical composition confirmation
Dimensional Inspection	Length, width, thickness, mounting holes and locating surfaces
Tooth-Profile Inspection	Tooth pitch, angle, depth, direction and surface condition
Hardness Testing	Surface and core hardness verification
Visual Inspection	Cracks, burrs, deformation, corrosion and surface finish
Mounting-Interface Check	Fit with the jaw pocket, slip segment or insert holder
Part-Number Verification	Confirmation against the purchase order, drawing or sample
Surface-Treatment Check	Black oxide, phosphating, coating or anti-rust protection
Magnetic Particle Testing	Available for critical forged or heat-treated components
Material Certificate	Available according to order requirements
Hardness Report	Available for individual parts or production batches
Dimensional Report	Available for critical replacement projects
Sample Fit Test	Available when mating equipment or a physical sample is provided
Third-Party Inspection	SGS, BV, TUV or another approved agency when required

Tong dies are commonly installed in hydraulic power tongs, manual tongs, casing tongs, tubing tongs, iron roughnecks and bucking units. During connection makeup or breakout, the dies grip the tubular body or tool joint and transfer operating torque from the tong jaws to the connection. Reliable gripping performance helps reduce slipping, unstable torque application and premature wear of the jaw assembly.

Slip inserts are used in rotary slips, drill collar slips, casing slips, power slips, spiders and slip-type elevators. Instead of transferring rotational torque, these inserts mainly grip and support the tubular string. The gripping load passes from the pipe through the inserts into the slip body, elevator or spider. Because the inserts are replaceable, operators can renew worn gripping surfaces without replacing the complete handling tool.

Supply Option	Included Product	Recommended Use
Individual Tong Die	One replacement gripping die	Emergency or single-part replacement
Complete Tong Die Set	Full die set for one tong jaw assembly	Planned maintenance
Individual Slip Insert	One replacement slip insert	Localized wear replacement
Complete Slip Insert Set	Full insert set for one slip assembly	Rig maintenance and overhaul
Elevator Insert Set	Matched inserts for one elevator	Tubing or casing handling
Spider Insert Set	Complete gripping set for one spider	Workover and casing-running operations
Safety Clamp Insert Set	Replacement inserts for one safety clamp	Drill collar handling
Carbide Insert Package	Wear-resistant carbide gripping components	High-frequency operation
Commissioning Spare Set	Common replacement dies, inserts and mounting parts	New equipment delivery
Two-Year Spare Package	Estimated long-term replacement quantity	Continuous drilling or workover projects
Customized Repair Kit	Inserts, fasteners, retainers and related components	Equipment overhaul

SGPE manufactures Tong Dies and Slip Inserts from selected alloy steel or hardened tool steel. Typical manufacturing processes include forging, precision machining, tooth-profile cutting and controlled heat treatment. The gripping teeth receive suitable hardness for wear resistance, while the supporting body retains sufficient toughness to withstand impact, repeated loading and demanding field operation.

Different tooth patterns are available for different tubular surfaces and service requirements. Standard teeth provide balanced gripping performance for general drill pipe, casing and tubing. Coarse teeth offer stronger penetration on rusty, dirty or rough pipe surfaces. Fine and extra-fine teeth increase the number of contact points and may help reduce deep indentation. Diamond-pattern teeth provide multidirectional grip for high-torque equipment, while tungsten carbide options offer increased wear resistance in severe or high-frequency service.

Product	Material	Tooth Pattern	Applicable Equipment	Application
Power Tong Dies	Hardened alloy steel	Standard / Coarse / Fine	Hydraulic Power Tong	Tubular makeup and breakout
Manual Tong Dies	Alloy steel	Standard / Coarse	Manual Tong	Drill-floor connection work
Rotary Slip Inserts	Hardened steel	Standard / Carbide	Rotary Slip	Drill pipe suspension
Casing Slip Inserts	Forged alloy steel	Coarse / Standard	Casing Slip	Casing-running operations
Elevator Inserts	Hardened alloy steel	Fine / Standard	Slip-Type Elevator	Tubing and casing lifting
Spider Inserts	Alloy steel / Carbide	Project-Based	Tubing or Casing Spider	Tubular suspension
Iron Roughneck Dies	High-strength alloy steel	Diamond / Carbide	Iron Roughneck	High-torque automated handling
Non-Marking Inserts	Project-specified material	Fine / Non-Marking	Tong / Elevator / Spider	CRA and premium tubulars

For CRA tubulars, chrome pipe, coated pipe and premium connections, SGPE can review low-marking or non-marking gripping solutions. These designs help distribute the gripping force over a wider contact area and reduce concentrated surface damage. The final selection should consider tubular material, surface finish, wall thickness, required torque and the maximum permitted marking depth.

Common compatible equipment includes ZQ-series drill pipe power tongs, TQ-series casing tongs, YQ-series tubing tongs, SDS, SDML and SDXL rotary slips, DCS drill collar slips, CMS casing slips, HYT and MYT slip-type elevators, tubing spiders, casing spiders and selected iron roughneck systems. However, dimensions and insert pockets may vary between manufacturers and equipment generations. Therefore, the complete equipment model and original part number should be confirmed before production.

Selection Item	Information to Confirm
Product Type	Tong die, slip insert, elevator insert, spider insert or safety clamp insert
Equipment Type	Power tong, manual tong, rotary slip, elevator, spider or iron roughneck
Equipment Manufacturer	Original manufacturer or compatible equipment brand
Equipment Model	Complete equipment model designation
Original Part Number	Existing die or insert part number
Tubular Type	Drill pipe, casing, tubing, drill collar or another tubular
Nominal Pipe Size	Nominal tubular size
Actual Gripping OD	Actual outside diameter at the gripping position
Tool Joint OD	Required for drill pipe tong dies
Coupling OD	Required for tubing and casing applications
Required Torque	Maximum makeup or breakout torque
Suspended Load	Required for slip, elevator and spider inserts
Tooth Pattern	Standard, coarse, fine, diamond, carbide or non-marking
Allowable Surface Marking	Standard marking, low marking or non-marking
Material Requirement	Alloy steel, tool steel or tungsten carbide
Hardness Requirement	Required surface and core hardness
Mounting Structure	Hole pattern, dovetail, pin, retainer or pocket dimensions
Quantity	Required number of individual components or complete sets
Marking	Part number, size, logo and batch identification
Documentation	MTC, hardness report, dimensional report, drawing or COC
Replacement Project	Clear photographs, drawings, key dimensions or physical samples

For replacement projects, customers should provide the equipment manufacturer, model, existing part number, tubular size and actual gripping outside diameter. Clear photographs, mounting-hole dimensions, tooth direction and a physical sample can further improve compatibility verification. For drill pipe tong dies, the pipe body diameter and tool joint OD should both be stated. For casing and tubing applications, the coupling OD or approved gripping area may also be required.

The mounting structure can include bolt holes, pins, dovetail grooves, retaining plates or equipment-specific pockets. Accurate dimensions are important because loose installation may cause movement and uneven wear, while an oversized insert may not fit the original holder. SGPE can manufacture standard replacement parts or customized dies and inserts according to drawings, samples and measured dimensions.
 

Product	Pipe size(in)	Product	Pipe size(in)
W-SDS rotary slips	2 3/8-4 1/2	9 drill collar slips	9
W-SDML rotary slips	2 3/8-5 1/2	Casing slips	6 5/8-30
W-SDXL rotary slips	3 1/2-5 1/2	WA-C safety cafety	3 1/2-15 5/8
3 1/2-5 rotary slips	3 1/2-5	WA-T safety clamps	1 1/8-4 1/2
5 -7rotary slips	5-7	QQP60-89/585 pneumatic spider	2 3/8-3 1/2
W3 1/2/75(125) rotary slips	2 3/8,2 7/8,3 1/2	QQP60-89/675 pneumatic spider	2 3/8-3 1/2
W5/75(125,200)rotary slips	4,4 1/2,5	QQP60-127/900 pneumatic spider	2 3/8-5
DCS-S drill collar slips	3-4 7/8	Well repair manual tongs	2 3/8-10 3/4
DCS-S drill collar slips	4 1/2-7	B manual tongs	2 3/8-10 3/4
DCS-S drill collar slips	6 3/4-14	DB manual tongs	3 1/2-17
WT drill collar slips	4 1/2-11 3/4	13 3/8 casing manual tongs	13 3/8-14
8 drill collar slips	8	Q13 3/8-30 casing manual tongs	13 3/8-30

Routine inspection should focus on worn or broken teeth, cracks, deformation, corrosion and loose retaining components. Dies or inserts with reduced tooth height or visible damage should be replaced promptly. Continued operation with worn gripping components may cause pipe slipping, unstable torque transfer, localized tubular damage or accelerated wear of the handling equipment.

Before delivery, SGPE can inspect material, dimensions, hardness, tooth profile, mounting interface, surface condition and product marking according to order requirements. Available documents may include a certificate of conformity, material certificate, hardness report, dimensional inspection report, packing list and product drawing.

With wear-resistant materials, multiple tooth patterns, broad equipment compatibility and customized replacement support, SGPE Tong Dies and Slip Inserts provide dependable gripping solutions for oilfield tubular handling tools. Whether customers require Power Tong Dies, Manual Tong Dies, Rotary Slip Inserts, Elevator Inserts, Spider Inserts or Iron Roughneck Dies, SGPE can support product selection based on equipment model, tubular size, required torque, suspended load and surface-protection requirements.