5358

Manufacturers of P a r k e r s b u rq Products
(316)251-5000

P.O. BOX1149 / TELEX 437 000 PARMACCFVL-UD / COFFEYVILLE, KANSAS 67337 U. S. A.

HYDROMATIC AND HYDROTARDER

AUXILIARY BRAKES
Standard of the Drilling Industry for 60 Years
The Hydromatic Brake or Hydrotarder is a hydro-dynamic device
that absorbs power by converting mechanical energy into heat in its
working fluid which is normally water. Resistance is created exclusively
by fluid friction and agitation of the fluid circulated between the vaned
pockets of the rotor and stator elements with the conversion of
mechanical energy to heat taking place directly within the fluid itself. The
amount of mechanical energy that can be absorbed in this manner is
dependent upon the quantity and velocity of the fluid in the working
chamber.
It will be readily seen that with any specific quantity of fluid in the
working chamber, the velocity of the fluid will be increased with
increased revolving speed of the rotor. In this manner the horsepower
capacity of the Hydromatic Brake or Hydrotarder increases
approximately in proportion to the cube of the speed; if the speed is
doubled, the horsepower resistance is increased eight times. The
hydraulic horsepower capacity increases at this rate to the maximum
operating speed of the brake. It should be noted, however, that other
limitations such as shaft diameter and fluid flow capacity may be the
limiting factor instead of speed.

Still the Simplest and Easiest to Operate

The new and improved Hydromatic Brakes are as easy and simple to
operate as ever. Any Driller can operate them without previous
experience or special training. All that needs to be done is to open or
close the valve that controls the water level in the brake circulating
system.

Now Further Ahead Than Ever

Today's Hydromatic Brakes are the result of years of continuous'
research and improvement. Drillers who have tried them say the new,
improved Hydromatic Brakes are definitely better than ever and still the
best auxiliary drawworks brake ever offered.

APPLICATIONS
The Hydromatic Brake or Hydrotarder is a versatile piece of
equipment. Originally developed for use on heavy duty rotary drilling rigs,
its uses have spread to other areas such as cranes, hoists, ski lifts, on
and off highway vehicles, gravity conveyors, dynamometers, deep water
anchor handling, and many others. Any equipment which generates a
surplus of energy on descent can profit from the smooth, fluid action,
"power absorbing" efficiency of the Hydromatic Brake or
Hydrotarder.
Because of the special nature involved in most other areas, such as
vehicle applications, dynamometers, etc., no attempt has been made to
include detailed information for design in this catalog. It is suggested that
for any proposed application of this nature, our Engineering Department
be contacted.

Almost Impossible to Fail

The new, improved Hydromatic Brakes are practically 100%
failure proof. As long as the water supply to the brake is not interrupted, it
is practically impossible for anything to get out of order in the brake or for
the brake to fail.

Greater Capacity and Safety

The chief improvement in the new Hydromatic Brakes is their
increased capacity. Their greater capacity for handling heavier loads at
lower speeds steps up drilling operations and provides safer working
conditions than ever before.

Ask Your Drawworks Manufacturer

If you are operating a rig without a Hydromatic Brake, or are
considering buying a new rig, ask the manufacturer about installing a
Hydromatic Brake. Manufacturers will be glad to recommend the size
best suited to your needs. All of them know and recommend the
Hydromatic Brake and are prepared to install it before your drawworks
leaves the factory.

FUNCTION OF CIRCULATING SYSTEM

Pressures in excess of those recommended will NOT increase the
resistance capacity of a brake, but will cause rapid wear on the sealing
elements.
Since all of the mechanical energy absorbed in a Hydromatic
Brake appears as heat in the water, it will be apparent that the primary
function of a Hydromatic Brake water circulating system is to supply
cool water through the inlet of the brake to displace the heated water and
thus prevent the formation of steam within the brake; also to remove the
heated water from circulating system or dissipate the heat that is in it.
The secondary function of a Hydromatic Brake water circulating
system is to provide controls to permit the driller to vary the brake
capacity to meet the rig requirements. The capacity at any speed is
adjustable by regulating the quantity of water being circulated between
the vaned pockets of the rotor and stators in the working chamber.
Depending on the type of installation, infinitely close regulation or
regulation in any desired number of steps may be obtained by varying the
rate of flow into the brake or varying the level of the water in the
circulating system and standpipe, dependent on the type of brake and
type of circulating system.
Any circulating system used must include a means for dissipating
the heat from the circulating system at the rate at which it is generated in
the water by the retardation of the brake. Heat dissipation may be
accomplished by the use of heat exchangers, or by providing a sufficient
supply of fluid to act as a heat sink.

CLEAN FRESH WATER REQUIRED

A Hydromatic Brake must have an adequate circulating system
that will provide cool water at all times for the loads that it will be required
to handle. It is imperative that the water used in the circulating system be
fresh and free of all foreign substance. Experience has proven that
brackish or corrosive water, when used in the circulating system, causes
corrosion that accelerates cavitation and erosion within a brake.

NO SPECIAL CARE REQUIRED

When a Hydromatic Brake has been properly installed, it requires
no special care. It should be inspected at regular periods, such as should
be done with the entire rig. Each grease fitting on the brake should be
lubricated with a good grade of No. 2 waterproof grease equivalent on
each round trip before starting in the hole. It is recommended that same
type waterproof grease be used consistently, as some types are not
compatible with others.

CIRCULATES OWN WATER

The rotor in a Hydromatic Brake is also designed to serve as an
impeller for discharging heated water at the discharge ports. The rate of
discharge is approximately the same as the rate at which cool water
enters the brake, provided the discharge line from the brake is not
restricted.
During the running in of a stand of pipe with a Hydromatic Brake
revolving in the direction to create resistance, a sufficient volume of cool
water must be available at the brake inlet, at pressures between the
minimum and maximum recommended, to displace the water in the
brake as it is heated.

WINCH / WINDLASS SYSTEMS WITH

PARMAC AUXILIARY BRAKE FOR DEEP
WATER ANCHOR HANDLING
The Parmac Hydromatic Brake can be used both to control the
lowering of anchors from a work-boat, and to control the anchor chain
payout during the positioning of the anchor from the rig. When used in
conjunction with large anchor handling winches or windlasses, the
power absorbing ability of the Hydromatic Brakes results in better
performance, improved control and smoother operation.
At 200 feet per minute, the Parmac Hydromatic Brakes assist in
safely making the anchor descent rate three times faster than other
equipment being used today.

5359

Manufacturers of P a r k e r s b u rq Products
(316)251-5000

P.O. BOX 1149

TELEX 437 000 PARMACCFVL-UD

COFFEYVILLE, KANSAS 67337 U. S. A.

HYDROMATIC AND HYDROTARDER

AUXILIARY BRAKES
Standard of the Drilling Industry for 60 Years
DISCHARGE

A TYPE FOR EVERY NEED

PORTS

Hydromatic Brakes are available in sizes to meet every need for

drilling to depths well below 35,000 feet and for all sizes of well servicing
rigs. The range of sizes and maximum recommended operating speeds
include the following:

Size

Maximum
Pressure

**
Maximum
Speed

P. S. 1.

R. P. M.

25
25
25
25
25
25
25
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15

2300
2300
2300
1550
1550
1550
1550
1550
900
850
600
600
600
600
375
500
450
480
350

15" D. R.
121
122
22" S. R.
201
202
22" D. R.
V80
S. S. R. 28
262
341
341A
342
342A
60" S. R
451
481
V200
V295

Gallons

Weight of
Brake
Pounds

*
Capacity
Horsepower

6
2
3 1/4
10
5
9 1/10
20
13 1/2
17
30
35
35
56
56
180
78
98
96
315

580
300
432
1200
980
1475
2300
1240
2120
2750
3400
2465
5300
3900
9500
3700
7500
9100
26880

1600
800
1600
2500
1500
3000
4000
5000
5500
6000
6000
6000
7500
7500
8000
8500
9000
10000
12000

Maximum
Shaft Dia.
Inches
3
3
3
4
5
5
4
5
5
5
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
9

1/8
1/8
1/8
15/16

15/16

1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/2
1/4

Volume

In

INLET
PORT

INLET
PORT

Brakes are furnished with special shafts to customer's specifications up

to the maximum shaft diameter shown.
* Based upon maximum possible fluid flowrate thru the brake.
** Based upon maximum rotor R. P. M. and attainable at a flowrate
and horsepower less than maximum.
Parmac's new generation of Hydromatic Brakes are more efficient
for their size and weight. These include the following models: 121, 122,
201, 202, SSR28, 262, 341, 342, 451 and 481.

These newer brakes have an improved sealing arrangement for

better

sealing and

longer

seal life, which also simplifies their

replacement.
Some of these new models offer easier controlability, and will fit in
the old cradle without modification.
When the Hydromatic Brake was first used on drilling rigs for
faster and safer well completion, the rigs were moved by mule teams.

Contractors are now moving rigs by Airplane or Helicopter, and the 341,
342 and 451 are available in Aluminum to meet their low weight
requirements.
When you need auxiliary braking capacity on your rig or semi,

contact Parmac. the Auxiliary Brake People.

Bud McClellan
Frank Nevins

Houston, Texas

(71 3) 956-7400

B. G. Butler

Odessa, Texas

(915)332-6433

Casper, Wyoming

(307) 234-4503

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

(405)634-1417

Coffeyville, Kansas

(316)251-5000

Larry Taylor

Paul Robben

Bob Fuller
(Sales Mgr.)

Gordon German
Steve Braschler,

(Chief Engineer)

"PARMAC HYDROMATIC
United States Patents "
1,746,372
1,992,910
1,915,547
1,992,911
1,985,889
1,992,912

BRAKES are produced under one or more ol the following

2.061,866
2,113,109
2.126,751

2.170,128
2,786,552
2.287,130
3,016.991
2,733,778
3,860,097
3,945,473
4,043.434
BRAKE SYSTEM is fully protected under the

"The PARKERSBURG HYDROMATIC'

following Foreign Patents."
Argentine Patents 42,776, 204,561, 210,301
French Patents 1,078,520, 75.00279
Venezuelan Patents 1494/33, 34,203,
British Patents 421,807, 422,264, 724,293
34,898, 37,294
1,485,551, 1,571,699
D. R. P. Patent 642,008
Canadian Patents 557,393, 1,030,841,
Italian Patents 499,982, 1,026,328
1,058,053
Australian Patent 491,681
Ned Octrooi, 41246, 42587, 165538
Mexican Patent 138,767
"Other U. S. and Foreign Patents Pending "
"Trademarks HYDROMATIC, HYDROTARDER and PARKERSBURG registered
U S. A. and Foreign Countries "