API Spec 19G3 (R2022) PDF
API Specification 19G3 provides requirements and guidelines for running tools, pulling tools, kick-over tools and latches used for the installation and retrieval of flow control and other devices to be installed in side pocket mandrels for use in the petroleum and natural gas industries. This includes requirements for specifying, selecting, designing, manufacturing, quality control, testing and preparation for shipping of these tools and latches. Additionally, it includes information regarding performance testing and calibration procedures.
The processes of installation, retrieval, maintenance and reconditioning of used running, pulling and kick-over tools and latches are outside the scope of Spec 19G3. Centre-set and tubing retrievable mandrel applications are not covered.
This edition of API Spec 19G3 is the identical national adoption of ISO 107078-3:2009, Petroleum and natural gas industries-Drilling and production equipment, Part 3-Running tools, pulling tools, and kick-over tools and latches for side-pocket mandrels, with the addition of the API Monogram Annex.
