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.
Recommended Uses
Copper Choice is recommended or drill collars and all rotary shoulder connections. Copper Choice adheres to the performance requirements of API 5A3 for use as a thread sealant and lubricant on line pipe including tubing and casing.
Typical Characteristics
| Title | Value |
| Appearance | Dark copper, grainy |
| NLGI | 1.5-2 |
| Penetration (ASTM D217) | 275-310 |
| Worked Penetration, 60x (ASTM D217) | 275-310 |
| Base Grease | Lithium Complex |
| Base Oil | Highly refined mineral oil |
| Base Oil Viscosity | 140 cSt at 40°C |
| Base Oil Viscosity | 10 cSt at 100°C |
| Base Oil Pour Point | -10°F (-23°C) |
| Solids Content | Copper, minerals |
| Specific Gravity | 1.2 |
| Density (lb/gal) | 10.3 |
| Dropping Point (ASTM D566) | 500°F (260°C) |
| Flash Point | 430°F (221°C) |
| Temperature Range | 0°F to 500°F (-18°C to 260°C) |
| Friction Factor (API 7A1) | 1.2 |
| Brushable To | 0°F (-18°C) |
| Sulfur Content | <0.15% |
Packaging Information
| Item Number | Unit Size | Quantity |
| S344025WMS | 25 lb metal pail | |
| S344045WMS | 45 lb metal pail |
Contact Us
Thomas Reinbold
214-450-6614
thomasr@socousa.com