Tubular member adaptor apparatus

摘要

Apparatuses, systems, and methods in accordance with the present disclosure are disclosed herein. The system includes a gripping tool operatively connected to and suspended from the top drive assembly, in which the gripping tool includes an axis defined therethrough and a gripping member, and an adaptor apparatus having a first end and a second end. The at least one gripping member engages the adaptor apparatus, and the second end includes a connection member to connect with the tubular member.

主权项

1. A system to connect a top drive drilling assembly to a tubular member, the system comprising:
a gripping tool operatively connected to and suspended from the top drive assembly, wherein the gripping tool comprises an axis defined therethrough and a gripping member; an adaptor apparatus comprising a first end and a second end and a cylindrical body, the cylindrical body having a nominal outer diameter larger than a nominal outer diameter of the tubular member; wherein the gripping member engages the adaptor apparatus; and wherein the second end comprises a connection member to connect with the tubular member.