Tanzania well-drilling crew: matching compressor to rig?
Nnamdi E.
Verified member · Drilling crew lead
We bought a DTH set that requires 18 m³/min at 17 bar.
Our compressor gives 12 m³ at 10 bar, and cuttings stop clearing after 6 m.
Replace the compressor or downsize the hammer? The budget covers one.
Discussion (3)
Mr. LiuVerified member · Service engineer2026-09-30
Forcing it with low air shortens hammer life badly; replacing the compressor is the real fix, and down-sizing means buying again later.
Samuel O.Verified member · Service engineer2026-10-01
Rent a large compressor for three months, learn the real progress and cost, then buy.
Ade O.Verified member · Procurement lead2026-10-02
Size with 20% margin, and correct for altitude; do not read only the nameplate.
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