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BESTOLIFE No. 270® (The original)

Spec Sheet: BOL-270.pdf

CPP Product Details

BESTOLIFE® No. 270® Lead-Based Thread Compound for Rotary-Shouldered Connections

BESTOLIFE® No. 270® is the original patented formulation for rotary-shouldered connections, designed to combat galling, seizing, and downhole makeup. This premium drill collar compound provides maximum protection and a stable seal under all conditions. It is not affected by H₂S or drilling fluids and is suitable for a wide range of high-temperature and high-pressure applications.

Formulated with over 60% pure metallic lead and special non-metallic additives, No. 270® is recommended for drill collars, tool joints, casing, tubing, pipe joints, studs, bolts, nuts and screws, gaskets, high-temperature flange connections, pumps, exhaust lines, and pipeline connections. It meets the requirements of API RP SPEC 7: Specification for Rotary Drill Stem Elements.

Applications

  • Drill collars, tool joints, casing, tubing, pipe joints
  • Studs, bolts, nuts, screws, gaskets
  • High-temperature flange connections, pumps, exhaust lines, pipeline connections
  • Not recommended for oxygen lines

Product Characteristics

Property Specification
Color Black
Penetration 290–310 (ASTM D217)
NLGI Grade 1.5
Weight/Gallon 19.6 pounds/gallon
Thickener Lithium
Fluid Type Petroleum
Dropping Point ≥350°F (≥177°C) (ASTM D2265)
Flash Point ≥392°F (≥200°C)
Brushable To 10°F (-12°C)
Friction Factor 1.0*
Shelf Life 4 years (unopened container)
Contains Over 60% metallic lead, other non-metallic additives

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