Pipe Storage & Thread Protection

We, at South Coast Products (SOCO) have the most demanding industrial customers in the world. They’re located in America, the Middle East, New Zealand and many other geographical areas. SOCO is an industry leader in important pipe storage compounds necessary in oil and gas operations. We’ve been protecting expensive drilling and wellbore equipment for over five decades and we’ve developed a reputation for uncompromising excellence.

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ThredOn® Absolute 1.2

Premium Copper Drilling and Storage Compound

ThredOn® Absolute 1.2 is a specially formulated hybrid drilling and storage compound, developed for operators desiring high performance thread compound with a friction factor of 1.2. Absolute 1.2 includes a high-performance corrosion inhibitor, providing excellent storage protection, while exhibiting superior running performance.

Special Features and Benefits
High Copper content
Friction factor of 1.15-1.25* (per API RP7A1)
High temperature service rating
Applies easily and evenly
Works on entire drill string
Short- and long-term storage (Up to 36 months)
Adheres to OBM covered threads better than many competitive alternatives
Versatile — one product, two applications
Lead and Zinc Free

*Contains no lead.
*Available in Arctic Grade.
*Optimal performance is achieved with a torque correction value of 1.2.

ThredOn® 733 Elite

High Pressure Thread Compound

ThredOn® 733 Elite is a specially formulated thread compound developed exclusively for use on premium proprietary tubing and casing connections. The particle size distribution of the solids is carefully selected to provide maximum connection protection regardless of metal type or thread design. 733 Elite exceeds API RP 5A3 (obsolete BUL 5A2) and ISO 13678. It contains a unique blend of inhibitors which provide class leading corrosion resistance when compared to similar products. Chemola Thredon 733 Elite can withstand pressures exceeding 10,000 psi at temperatures exceeding 500°F.

ThredOn® Absolute Copper

Premium Copper Drilling and Storage Compound

ThredOn® Absolute Copper is a specialy formulated hybrid drilling and storage compound, developed for extreme drilling and challenging storage environments. Absolute Copper includes a high-performance corrosion inhibitor, providing excellent storage protection, while exhibiting superior running performance. Absolute Copper protects against corrosion, resists washout, and will not harden or bleed in storage.

Special Features and Benefits
High Copper content
Friction factor of 1.1 (per API RP7A1)
High temperature service rating
Applies easily and evenly
Works on entire drill string
Short- and long-term storage (up to 24 months)
Adheres to OBM covered threads better than many competitive alternatives
Versatile — One product, two applications
Lead and Zinc free

*Contains no lead.
*Available in Arctic Grade.

ThredOn® API Modified

High Pressure Thread Compound

ThredOn® 303 API Modified for casing, tubing and line pipe is manufactured in accordance with specifications and recommendations of API RP 5A3 (former API BUL 5A2) and ISO 13678. It rises above other API Modified compounds as a result of our unique blend of base greases which enhances its ability to adhere to wet threads and provides higher temperature performance. The composition is compliant with API RP 5A3 and all applicable annexes. Withstands pressures exceeding 10,000 psi.

ThredOn® Black Gold

Copper Compound for Tubing and Casing

ThredOn® Black Gold is an environmentally friendly tubing and casing compound used on all threaded connections. Due to the high percentage of solids suspended in this compound, it can also be used as a high temperature thread sealant. Black Gold contains Chemola™’s exclusive Copper+ additives package with over 50% solids for superior sealing ability and ease of break-out. Black Gold will prevent galling or damage to threads while ensuring a positive seal. It is easy to apply to dry or wet threads.

ThredOn® Copper Choice

Premium Copper Base Tool Joint Compound

ThredOn® Copper Choice high temperature, high performance premium copper base tool joint compound is specially designed to work from the saver sub all the way to the bit. Copper Choice’s high copper content and extreme EP characteristics fill all thread compounds needs without compromise. Although specifically engineered for use on tool joints and drill collars, it is also well suited as a lead free replacement to API Modified. Copper Choice provides consistent makeup and breakout characteristics and meets or exceeds API performance specifications and recommendations.

*Contains no lead.

ThredOn® Copperhead

Premium Copper Compound

ThredOn® Copperhead is a premium drill collar and tool joint compound formulated to prevent downhole make-up even under high drilling torques. It contains copper flake and other time-proven solid lubricants and additives in a high quality grease base, and resists water washout and provides easier breakout without galling.

*Contains no lead.
*Available in Arctic Grade

ThredOn® EZE Break Drill Collar

Premium TFE Rotary Shoulder Compound

ThredOn® EZE-Break DC compound is a lead-free high pressure compound for rotary shouldered connections. It is compounded with PTFE and other solid additives to maintain a positive thread seal while preventing galling in the most extreme environments. Special corrosion inhibition and oxidation stabilization additives are present to prevent rust and expand shelf life. It insures a positive seal under pressure and ease of breakout without excessive torque.

ThredOn® EZE Break Drill Pipe

TFE Rotary Shoulder Compound

ThredOn® EZE-Break DP compound is recommended for rotary shoulder applications involving extreme temperatures, high pressures, vibration and worn or damaged threads. It adheres to wet joints by displacing moisture effecting long lasting protection against corrosion and metal-to-metal contact.

*Contains no lead.

ThredOn® HannaSeal #55

Small Pipe Thread Compound

ThredOn® HannaSeal #55 is a small pipe, soft set thread sealant. It can be pressurized immediately after application and makeup.

ThredOn® HannaSeal Special

Small Pipe TFE Thread Compound

ThredOn® HannaSeal Special is a special purpose lubricant/sealant for high pressure applications. The base carrier provides for protection against attack from the presence of CO2 with a high level of multi-particle size PTFE, to assure leak tight seals and ease of “break out.” It contains anti-galling components, rust and oxidation inhibitors plus other lubricant stabilizers. This is a soft-set compound and will not harden or dry.

ThredOn® Heavy DC

60% Lead Drill Collar Compound

ThredOn® Heavy DC is a heavy duty drill collar compound containing a minimum of 60% atomized lead powder. Heavy DC is resistant to vibration, contraction or expansion of tool joints and can be used as a lubricant and sealant for all threaded connections. Heavy DC prevents metal to metal contact, eliminates galling and seizure of threads. It provides a tight, leak-proof seal under high temperature and pressures and protects threads against corrosion. Heavy DC conforms to the requirements and standards of API Spec. 7, Appendix F, May, 1979.

*Caution: Do Not Use On Potable Water Lines

ThredOn® Klean Kote TJ

Metal Free Tool Joint Compound

ThredOn® Klean Kote TJ is a non-metallic and environmentally friendly compound for all tubular threads and is used as an alternative to metallic tool joint compounds. This premium compound is not affected by solvents, oil, mud, corrosion, mild acids, or alkalis.

*Contains no lead.

ThredOn® LDD

Zinc Base for Light Duty Drilling

ThredOn® LDD contains oxidation inhibitor to increase shelf life and special wetting agents help to coat even wet threads. It prevents galling and makes for easy breakouts in light duty drilling applications.

ThredOn® Metal Free TJ

Metal Free Tool Joint Compound

ThredOn® Metal Free TJ is a non-metallic and environmentally friendly compound for all tubular threads and is used as an alternative to metallic tool joint compounds. This premium compound is not affected by solvents, oil, mud, corrosion, mild acids, or alkalis.

ThredOn® Millennium

Metal-Free Thread Compound with TFE

ThredOn® Millennium is an excellent, metal-free substitute for API modified high-pressure thread compound. Millennium is formulated without metallic components (lead, zinc, copper). This TFE compound is environmentally safe and provides an excellent seal on casing, tubing and line pipe threads.

Millennium conforms to the performance requirements of API 5A3.

ThredOn® Millennium VI

Lead-free Alternative to API Modified

ThredOn® Millennium VI is a lead and zinc free thread compound for casing, tubing and line pipe. As a running compound it is proven stable in high pressure and high temperature conditions and as a storage compound provides superior performance over API Modified.

ThredOn® Rotary Gold

Copper Tool Joint Compound

ThredOn® Rotary Gold is formulated with Lithium complex grease to ensure long-term shear stability. Rotary Gold contains rust and oxidation inhibitors plus other lubricant stabilizers to resist reaction with H2S and other down hole environments. Copper flakes and amorphous graphite are used as anti-galling additives and ensure a positive seal, providing an incredibly stable, high temperature thread compound that can be used in most drilling situations.

*Contains no lead.

ThredOn® Rotary Gold Extra

Copper Tool Joint Compound

ThredOn® Rotary Gold Extra is formulated with Lithium Complex grease to ensure long-term shear stability. Rotary Gold Extra contains rust and oxidation inhibitors plus other lubricant stabilizers to resist reaction with H2S and other down hole environments. Copper flakes and amorphous graphite are used as anti-galling additives and ensure a positive seal, providing an incredibly stable, high temperature thread compound that can be used in most drilling situations.

*Contains no lead.

ThredOn® T&C Klean Kote

Metal-Free Thread Compound

ThredOn® T&C Klean Kote was developed as a metal-free alternative to API Modified. T&C Klean Kote exceeds all performance specifications described in API specification 5CT and set forth in API Recommended Practice 5A3.

ThredOn® Texas Special

Lead-Free Thread Compound for Tubing and Casing

ThredOn® Texas Special is a lead free alternative to API Modified compound. Texas Special is formulated with an exclusive solids additive package to insure a positive seal and ease of break-out. Texas Special Thread Compound will prevent galling or damage to threads and is easy to apply to dry or wet threads.

*Contains no lead.

ThredOn® Weather Coat

Protective Coating for Machinery and Tubulars

ThredOn® Weather Coat is a protective coating used in machine shops, pipe yards, offshore platforms or anywhere metal needs to be protected for short or long periods of time. It leaves a semi-fluid, non-hardening coating that protects metal against rust and corrosion for extended periods in sun, rain, sand, salt-water and/or frigid temperatures. Weather Coat can be brushed on or thinned with mineral spirits and sprayed on or used for dip coating. It can be removed using common solvents such as diesel or paint thinner.

ThredOn® Z-40

Zinc Base Tool Joint Compound

ThredOn® Z-40 zinc compounds contain oxidation inhibitor to increase shelf life and special wetting agents help to coat even wet threads. It prevents galling and makes for easy breakouts.

ThredOn® Z-50

Zinc Base Tool Joint Compound

ThredOn® Z-50 zinc compounds contain oxidation inhibitor to increase shelf life and special wetting agents help to coat even wet threads. It prevents galling and makes for easy breakouts.

ThredOn® Z-60

Zinc Base Tool Joint Compound

ThredOn® Z-60 zinc compounds contain oxidation inhibitor to increase shelf life and special wetting agents help to coat even wet threads. It prevents galling and makes for easy breakouts.

Leading Storage Compounds Manufacturer 

Pipes often have to be stored for a period of time in the many industries we serve. The pipe threads, in particular, must be protected with the highest quality pipe thread compounds if they are to retain maximum efficacy in future operations. Our customers require their pipelines to be leak proof and capable of maintaining pressure even under extremely adverse conditions. 

We distribute the highest quality in pipe storage compounds such as the following: 

  • Chemola™ ThredOn™ Absolute Copper
  • Chemola™ ThredOn™ Absolute 1.2
  • Chemola™ ThredOn™ 345 Weather Coat

When you need dependable protection for metal threads for a short or long period of time, SOCO is here for you with high quality products that help ensure your operational efficiency. Protect your valuable equipment against corrosion, hardening and bleeding so that it will be in excellent shape when you integrate it. The above products are used regularly in our customers’ machine shops, pipe yards and offshore platforms. 

Customer Service for Oil, Gas and More!

SOCO is renowned, worldwide, for our exceptionally high quality products that adhere to the most stringent testing standards. We employ an expert customer service team conversant in the technical specifications of the particular storage casing compound you require. We’re available, any time, to help you choose the right product to protect your valuable pipeline equipment. 

We’d also like to remind you that, in addition to pipe protection products, we offer many related products such as:

  • Industrial cleaners
  • Industrial greases
  • Lubrication for valves
  • Lubrication fittings
  • Drilling compounds
  • Injectable packing
  • Thread compounds
  • Composite wraps
  • And more…

We know your operation has many critically important parts and if you need something delivered, we’ll get it to you with top speed. Our customers also benefit from modern tracking and ordering software for absolute clarity of communication. Our customers depend on us for their best-in-class equipment and we remain partners indefinitely because there is no substitute for dedication to customer service and excellence.

Contact SOCO: Trusted Storage Compounds Manufacturer

Give us a call at (713) 225-0048 if you’re a local customer with a question.

Otherwise, you may use our toll-free number: (800) 535-5823.

Feel free to email us at custserv@socousa.com to ask us how we may help your operation run at maximum efficiency. Your questions may involve proper storage of your pipes or other equipment that must maintain its functional integrity. We’re happy to serve your pipeline needs in any way we can and look forward to doing business with you in the future.