API Spec 5DP S-135 drill pipe is a high-strength drill pipe (yield strength 135 ksi / 931 MPa) used in harsh conditions such as deep wells, ultra-deep wells, and directional wells. The complete specification system is as follows
Standard coverage: 2-3/8" ~ 6-5/8" (60.32 mm ~ 168.28 mm)
I. Upset Type
IU (Internal Upset): Internally thickened
EU (External Upset): Externally thickened (most common)
IEU (Internal-External Upset): Internally and externally thickened (high torque)
II. Connection Thread Type
NC Series (Digital Thread): NC26, NC31, NC38, NC40, NC46, NC50
IF ββSeries (Flat Thread): 2-3/8" IF, 2-7/8" IF, 3-1/2" IF, 4-1/2" IF
FH Series (Through-Hole Thread): 5-1/2" FH, 6-5/8" FH
III. Length Range
R1: 18β22 ft (5.49β6.71 m)
R2: 27β30 ft (8.23β9.14 m) (Standard common)
R3: 38β45 ft (11.58β13.72 m) (Deep Water / Deep Well)
IV. S-135 Steel Grade Properties
Yield Strength: β₯ 135 ksi (931 MPa)
Tensile Strength: β₯ 150 ksi (1034 MPa)
Hardness: HRC 28β36
Applications: Deep wells, ultra-deep wells, high torque, high fatigue conditions
V. Examples of Common Combination Models
3-1/2" EU NC38 S-135 R2
4-1/2" IEU NC46 S-135 R3
5" EU NC50 S-135 R2
5-1/2" EU 5-1/2" FH S-135 R2



