StabilisX
shaped-cutter technology
Drill farther inchallenging applications

Applications• Wide range of challenging
formations where PDC cutter
breakage is a concern
The new StabilisX™ shaped-cutter
technology from Baker Hughes
amplifies cutter durability and delivers
longer runs in challenging formations.
Where traditional PDC cutters fail,the StabilisX shaped cutters’ novel
geometrical design protects the cutterswhile improving performance.

cut depths, these shaped cutters havea consistent coefficient of friction,
whereas standard cutters have afluctuating torque response. Controllingthese oscillations leads to smoother,more stable drilling resulting inhigher rates of penetration (ROP) andimproved overall run performance.

StabilisX shaped cutters introduce asecondary chamfer on the diamond
face of the cutter that enables a higher
loading to be applied without breakage.
Compared to traditional cutter
geometry, Stabilis cutters have nearly
triple the impact strength.

With its ability to maintain an efficientcutting edge and mitigate chipping andspalling, the StabilisX shaped-cutter
technology can effectively cut throughhard formations at the same or higher
speed as traditional cutters for longer
periods, while creating less torque andfiner cuttings for a cleaner borehole.

The ability to withstand a wear flatis also improved with StabilisX
shaped cutters. The additional bevel on
the diamond face of the cutter enables
compression to spread across morearea, leading to a lower stress gradientacross the cutting edge. The wear flat
tends to stay within the area of thefirst chamfer, with the second chamferproviding extended protection against
chipping and spalling. This extends
the life of the diamond face, the cutter,and the bit, so that efficient drilling cancontinue for longer periods.
StabilisX shaped cutters also generateless torque fluctuations compared tothe standard geometry. For changing

Combining our advanced Tetrahedron
design modeling and superior
bit-testing capabilities with ourunmatched shaped-cutter portfolio,
Baker Hughes drill bit experts canoptimize the placement of StabilisX
shaped cutters on your bit to deliver
optimal performance across multiple
formation types and applications.

• Interbedded or directional
intervals where improved
torsional stability is required

Benefits• New secondary chamfer
design profile that:- Protects the cutter forincreased durability andlonger run life
- Reduces spalling and chippingof the diamond face
- Generates less torquefluctuations with a consistent
response across changing
cut depths• Premium polished cutters that:- Decrease friction on the cutter
face to reduce heat buildup- Reduce cuttings size for easiertransport to surface andimproved borehole quality

Contact your Baker Hughes drill bit
representative today and discover how
StabilisX shaped-cutters can improveyour drilling efficiency and drive down
your well-construction costs.

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Talon PDC bit with standard chamfer was cored out after
drilling 4,272 ft (1,302 m).

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Talon Force bit with StabilisX shaped-cutters drilled 4,983 ft (1,519 m),with minimal damage to the bit.

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