Products and Services

Advanced Products
BIW Connector Systems supplies the oil and gas industry with a breadth
and depth of innovative products and breakthrough solutions. Our
For more than four decades, BIW Connector Systems has been the industry-leading supplier state-of-the-art engineering, testing and production capabilities,
of electrical penetrator systems used by the upstream oil and gas market. Applications combined with high-performance elastomeric, thermoplastic and
include safety barriers for electric submersible pump (ESP) systems, oil reservoir monitoring pressure-balanced technologies, allow us to deliver robust products that
instruments, downhole heaters and ESP isolation systems. We operate on a global basis perform continuously and reliably in the harshest environments.
serving customers in every major oil center in the world.

At BIW Connector Systems, our commitment to designing and delivering quality products,
Reliability
Product reliability is critical in the upstream oil and gas production
solutions and services is unwavering. We also certify our products through recognized test
market. If any part of the production string fails, the well goes down
laboratories to worldwide specifications for hazardous location environments, including the
and valuable revenue opportunity is lost. BIW Connector Systems invests
National Electric Codes of the USA and Canada, ATEX and IEC, among others. BIW Connector
significant resources in design and testing to ensure our products
Systems is certified to ISO9001:2008.
withstand the extreme, harsh environment of a production well.
In 2001, BIW Connector Systems became part of ITT Inc., a diversified leading manufacturer
of highly engineered critical components and customized technology solutions for the Responsive Partner
transportation, industrial, and oil and gas markets. Together, ITT and BIW Connector Systems
Our customers need partners and suppliers that move at the speed
foster a culture of innovation, resourcefulness and continuous improvement that helps us solve
of their business. That’s where BIW Connector Systems comes in.
our customers’ most pressing business challenges.
When an oil well is down, we help you quickly get it back into service.
When deliveries need to arrive sooner, our infrastructure is nimble and
flexible enough to accommodate. And when there are last minute
design changes, we have both the expertise and production facilities
to execute. At BIW Connector Systems, we move at the speed of
business—and then some.

Innovation
When quality design and engineering are at the core of your DNA,
innovation, performance and reliability become the standard. At BIW
Connector Systems, we carefully balance the development of new
solutions and technology with improvements to existing products,
ensuring that our customers receive value at every touch point.

Looking for a specific product? Not sure what product you need?
See our Product Index on pp 22-23.

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 Wellhead Applications

Electrical Penetrators for Wellheads Wellheads with Bonnet

A wellhead provides the most critical safety barrier between the A bonnet or adapter flange is used in high pressure applications.
oil well and the surrounding environment. The electrical wellhead These applications are rated for 5000 psi or greater and all
penetrator is designed to safely deliver electrical energy through off-shore installations will include a bonnet. BIW's penetrator
this critical barrier to operate electric submersible pumps deep systems for this application are designed to work in the harshest
in the well. Requirements for relatively high voltage and current, environments, and in most cases, the system is made up of
together with wide variation in operational temperatures of three pieces: surface connector, penetrator/mandrel and lower
wellhead systems, add significant challenges. connector. These three pieces provide the complete pressure block
Length variations and physical characteristics of the wellhead insuring the integrity of the wellhead.
penetrator are the result of differences in wellhead designs and
the need to seal against wellhead sealing structures, the tubing
hanger and the top flange or “bonnet.” General configurations
of wellhead penetrators can be divided into three groups. The
shortest penetrators are used in wellheads that do not employ Wellheads without Bonnet
a top flange. Medium sized penetrators are used in wellheads Wellheads that do not have a bonnet are typically used in lower
that have top flanges, and the longest penetrators are used pressure applications and are sometimes referred to as non-API
in wellhead with long tubing hangers and/or large top flange or independent wellheads. These wellheads are typically rated for
structures. 3000 psi or lower. BIW has designed 1, 2, and 3-piece penetrator
systems that all provide a complete safety block while delivering
BIW’s wellhead penetrator systems have provided important
reliable power. These systems are a safe and reliable replacement
sealing protection for the oil and gas industry over the last four
for cable packoffs.
decades. Our products are installed in thousands of wellheads
around the globe and have a proven track record in meeting the
requirements of each application.

Wellheads with Long Hanger

Long hangers are typically used when the wellhead has extended
length. These wellheads usually require special penetrator systems
that have a small penetrator bore profile. BIW’s solutions to these
types of wellheads are 2-piece systems that consist of a surface
connector and mandrel/lower connector made up as 1-piece.
These systems are easy to install and provide the same safety and
BIW Connector Systems’ wellhead penetrators deliver high power through the reliable power as all of BIW’s other systems.
critical safety barrier between the oil well and its surrounding environment.

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Metal-Lok™ High Temperature (HT) Metal-Lok™ Slimline
The Metal-Lok HT Wellhead Penetrator System is rated 450°F (232°C) and 3000 The Metal-Lok Slimline is a versatile new product in the BIW line. It is designed
psi and is suitable for some of the most challenging downhole conditions. This to fit into a smaller sealing bore, as small as 2.25”, and is suitable for 300°F,
product has been subjected to BIW Connector Systems’ qualification regimen, 5000 psi service. The system comes with BIW’s innovative crimp-free contact,
proving its robustness and reliability. This product is provided with a field completely eliminating the need for crimp tools. This new contact withstands a
attachable lower, which eliminates the need for a rig splice, making installation minimum of 1000 pounds of pull force, making it stronger than most crimped
both quick and easy. It is designed to be used in higher temperature well contacts. The crimp-free contacts will reduce the installation complexity,
applications on wellheads with bonnets. saving precious rig time. The product also includes a new sealing design that
requires just one kit for each cable size, eliminating the need for cable-specific
sealing elements and reducing stocking inventory and confusion. You can rely
on Metal-Lok Slimline, like you do all BIW products, because it has passed
Specifications
rigorous qualification testing at temperature, pressure and decompression in
Environmental 450°F (232°C), 3000 psi
environmental well fluids and gas while under electrical monitoring.
Electrical 5000 VAC, 20 to 120Hz, 140 to 160 Amperes
Approvals CSA approved for Class 1, Division 1, T-Code T4A, Groups C and D Hazardous Locations.

Features
Decompression-Resistant Increased product lifetime and reliability downhole
Field Attachable Eliminates need for a rig splice and is highly adaptable to your ESP cables Specifications
High Temperature Materials Suitable for use in applications with a maximum conductor temperature of
4500F (2320C) Environmental 300°F (149°C), 5000 psi

Metal-Lok™ Keying Prevents damage that could results from inadvertent turning or Electrical 5000 VAC, 20 to 120Hz, 140 or 160 Amperes
mishandling of the surface connector Approvals CSA approved for Class 1, Division 1, Groups C and D Hazardous Locations

Features
Slim profile Fits in tight annular spaces and in smaller bore tubing hangers (2.25”
Metal-Lok™ diameter)
Field Attachable Field attachable design eliminates a downhole splice and is highly
This is the workhorse of the Metal-Lok family. Rated and tested to 300°F adaptable to all ESP cables

(149°C) and 5000 psi, it covers the majority of ESP well applications and is Quick and Easy Assembly/ Connector is preassembled making it the quickest installation offered by
Installation BIW
designed and tested to handle harsh environments. The use of PEEK and Metal-Lok™ Keying Prevents damage that could result from inadvertent rotation or mishandling
Metal-Lok Ultra in
wellhead with bonnet the minimal use of elastomers make it highly resistant to downhole pressure of the surface connector

decompression. This product has been subjected to BIW’s qualification

regimen, proving its robustness and reliability. This system is designed to work
in wellheads with or without bonnets.
Specifications
Environmental 300°F (149°C), 5000 psi
Electrical 5000 VAC, 20 to 120Hz, 140 to160 Amperes
Approvals CSA approved for Class 1, Division 1, Groups C and D Hazardous Locations. IEC and ATEX
Certification Exd IIB T4 G.

Features
Metal-Lok Slimline with
Decompression-Resistant Decompression-resistant
BIW’s Quick-Thread™
Field Attachable Lower Eliminates need for a rig splice and is highly adaptable to your ESP cables Technology
Metal-Lok™ Keying Prevents damage that could results from inadvertent turning or mishan-
dling of the surface connector

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Metal-Lok™ Ultra with k-PaC™ Technology Rubber Molded 3-Piece and

This system features a new high temperature feedthru and lower connector Rubber Molded 2-Piece (FTLM)
design that is suitable for use to 500°F (260°C) and pressures of up to 3000
BIW Connector Systems’ Vulcanized Elastomer Electric Penetrator designs
psi. The downhole field attachable connector features BIW Connector Systems’
have long been recognized for superior performance. These products are
groundbreaking k-PaC Technology, a pressure-balanced design that compensates
manufactured using a variety of metallurgies. Internal pressure blocking
for normally destructive thermal expansion pressure variation and operates over
elements are made from high performance epoxy resins and include vulcanized
a wide temperature range. Metal-Lok Ultra was designed to withstand extended
elastomer seals. Throughout the years, these products have been meticulously
exposure to steam, multiple temperature cycles and SAGD wells.
improved. Modern epoxy resins retain their mechanical properties at very high
Specifications temperatures and elastomers offer superb electrical and sealing characteristics.
Environmental 500°F (260°C), 3000 psi Today’s products are optimized for long life and utmost safety, with approvals
Electrical 5000 VAC, 140 Amperes
for use in hazardous locations from ATEX, IEC, CSA and Factory Mutual. We
Approvals CSA Approval for Hazardous Location Installation, Class 1, Division 1 Groups C and D
offer more than 2,000 part numbers, a product range unmatched by all other
Features suppliers combined. Our vulcanized elastomer solutions are just one of several
Decompression-Resistant Increased product lifetime and reliability downhole technologies that meet your needs for safe, reliable, and easy-to-use penetrator
Field Attachable Field attachable lower requires no splice and is highly adaptable to your ESP systems.
cables
High Temperature Innovative k-PaC Technology enables applications with an ambient Most Surface Connectors are supplied with coupling rings retained by ball
temperature of up to 5000 F (2600C)
bearings. This retention method ensures longer life, better resistance to
Metal-Lok™ Keying Metal-Lok Keying positively prevents damage that could results from
inadvertent turning or mishandling of the surface connector corrosion, and easier engagement.
Many connectors are also supplied with replaceable sealing
EFT ®
elements. These new seals consist of O-rings that are easily
EFT penetrator products have been safely sealing and passing power through replaced with a special tool.  
5000 psi-rated wellheads for more than 20 years. With more than 10,000
installations, the EFT Wellhead Penetrator System has proven that it is a
mainstay in the ESP market. The surface and lower connector can be provided in
a field attachable kit and configured to your cable preference, making it a quick,
flexible and cost-effective option. These systems can also be provided with cable Specifications
pigtails and are designed to work in systems with or without bonnets. Environmental 300°F (149°C), 5000 psi
Electrical 5000 VAC, 20 to 120Hz up to 215 Amperes
Specifications Approvals Systems available with CSA and FM for Class 1, Division 1 Hazardous Locations; ATEX for
Hazardous Locations; IEC for Hazardous Locations
Environmental 300°F (149°C), 5000 psi
Electrical 5000 VAC, 20 to 120Hz 180 Amperes Features
Approvals Some versions available for Class 1, Division 1 Hazardous locations
2- and 3-Piece Penetrator Systems Separable Surface Connectors allow for fast and easy installation

Features 3-Piece Rubber Molded Ball Bearing Coupling Ring on Ball Bearing Coupling Ring on Surface Connectors provide the same
Feedthru System Surface Connectors reliability, and makes installation easier
Metal-Lok Ultra Thousands Installed Making it one of the most proven penetrator systems on the market Field Attachable, Factory Molded Field Attachable and Factory Molded Lower Connectors provide flexibility to
Penetrator System with
Field Attachable Field attachable lower connector eliminates downhole splice and streamlines meet your installation needs
k-PaC Technology
installation Lip Seal Design The Lip Seal Design to provides a secondary seal from ingress, increasing
Standard Sizes Enables quick lead-time and repeatable performance reliability
Three-Piece Versatility Versatile 3-piece system makes installation and work-overs a breeze, saving Replaceable Sealing Elements on Replaceable sealing elements on surface connectors allow for re-use on
rig time Surface Connectors used connectors, saving both time and money

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E-ZEE Feed® Kwik-Lok®
The E-ZEE Feed Wellhead Penetrator System is designed for easy conversion
from cable pack-off with minimal wellhead modifications. It is supplied as a field
attachable kit. This two-piece, “stab-in” design reduces cable handling issues by IMAGE ?
permitting fast coupling of the surface cable to the penetrator, making it is easy
to install or to pull during workovers. The E-ZEE Feed comes in both 3000 psi and The Kwik-Lok Wellhead Penetrator System offers a safe, explosion-proof option to
5000 psi versions to accommodate most wellhead pressure ratings. The E-ZEE Feed a cable pack-off wellhead penetration. This robust design and construction ensures
is available for applications requiring certification for hazardous locations and for reliable performance and long run life. The slim feedthru OD needs only a small
applications where this is not required. penetrator bore. The bottom fed, stab-in feedthru design with downhole molded
cable makes it fast and easy to install.
Specifications Specifications
Environmental 300°F (149°C), 3000 or 5000 psi Environmental 300°F (149°C), 3000 psi
Electrical 5000 VAC, 20 to 120Hz 140 or160 Amperes Electrical 5000 VAC, 20 to 120Hz 140 Amperes
Approvals CSA approved for Class 1, Division 1, Groups C and D Hazardous Locations Approvals CSA approved for Class I, Division 1, Groups C and D Hazardous Location installation

Features Features
Bottom-fed Field Attachable Bottom-fed installation, coupled with field attachable design, provide the Reliable Wellhead Sealing Complete cable termination below the wellhead, which results in a reliable
Installation easiest, quickest and most reliable installation wellhead seal. Well fluids stay downhole, no need to vent
Full Qualification Proven reliability by passing BIW’s rigorous qualification testing and Slim Design Slim design is great for use in small well casings. Requires seal bore of only
numerous successful field installations 1.75” diameter.
High Performance Materials High strength, high temperature insulators provide safety and reliability

E-ZEE Feed Field Atttachable

Wellhead Feedtrhu System Uni-Lok™ Wellhead Penetrator Safe-T-Lok®
now aviable in 3000 or
5000 psi The Uni-Lok Wellhead Penetrator System is designed to provide the quickest
The Safe-T-Lok Wellhead Penetrator System is a one-piece design that is a safe,
and easiest pass-through of ESP power at a very competitive price. Unlike other
reliable and an inexpensive replacement for cable packoffs. Unlike packoffs, the
products, the Uni-Lok system offers a complete verified pressure block inside the
Safe-T-Lok provides a complete pressure block. This is done through a mandrel
tubing hanger ensuring that downhole fluids stay downhole. This field attachable
design with factory cable molded on both ends. The Safe-T-Lok requires splicing
system is designed as a single plug-and-play pressure barrier that fits into sealing
below the tubing hanger and is intended for use with independent wellheads,
bores as small as 1.75” and to have the flexibility to fit/re-use any existing surface
suitable for 3000 psi service.
cable infrastructure. It has passed BIW’s rigorous testing protocol and is available
for applications requiring certification for hazardous locations and for applications Specifications
where this is not required.
Environmental 300°F (149°C), 3000 psi
Specifications Electrical 5000 VAC, 20 to 120Hz 140 Amperes

Environmental 300°F (149°C), 3000 psi

Features
Electrical 5000 VAC, 20 to 120Hz 140 Amperes
Safe-T-Lok Feedthrus & Tubing Safe-T-Lok feedthrus are suitable for use with “independent wellheads”
Approvals Pending CSA Class 1, Division 1 Hazardous Locations and ATEX Hazardous locations
Hangers if they are equipped with tubing hangers. Alternative configurations are
available for different tubing hangers.
Features Compatible with most ESP Cable Sizes Compatible ESP Cable Sizes: AWG4 Flat; AWG2 Round, AWG4 Round
Slim profile Fits in tight annular spaces and in smaller bore tubing hanger (1.75”) that Slim Design Fits into wellheads too small for any other type of feedthru systems
fits nearly all tubing hangers

Uni-Lok Wellhead Field Attachable Field attachable design eliminates a downhole splice and is highly adaptable
Penetrator System to all ESP cables
Well Control Provides a complete pressure block in the tubing hanger, guaranteeing that
well fluids and gases stay downhole
Versatility Designed to re-use existing surface installation or be installed onto existing
surface cable

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 Wellhead Penetrator Systems Packer Applications
Tri-Lok® 3-Bore Packer Penetrator Systems
The Tri-Lok 3-Bore Wellhead Penetrator Systems are designed to provide safe and reliable BIW Connector Systems offers electrical power penetrator solutions for all types of
ESP power transfer through wellheads with minimal space. The design of these systems downhole pressure barriers, including mudline packers, deep-set packers and electric
are ideal for concentric wellheads, with or without bonnets, where there is not enough submersible pump pods. Packer penetrators are specifically engineered to withstand
room for a standard mandrel system. The Tri-Lok system also provides the ultimate safety pressure from both sides. All packer penetrator systems are designed to withstand
providing a complete pressure block and cable termination in the wellhead. The Tri-Lok repeated pressure cycles, and qualification testing for these devices includes a severe
3-Bore Wellhead Penetrator System now comes with an improved surface connector, regimen of pressure cycling.
making it the most flexible and easiest to install 3-Bore product on the market. The
new BIW Quick-Thread Technology connection eliminates tedious wrench turns, and Packer Penetrators for Dual-String Retrievable
the flexible leads make installation easy even in the tightest of locations. It can also be Packers
retrofitted to keep the surface cable in place. The new higher rating of 160 Amperes
When used with dual-string retrievable packers, penetrators are installed directly into
enables the use of this product with larger motors. The surface connector is available
the packer. Field attachable connectors or downhole connectors with cables are used to
in field attachable or cable-molded configurations and is ATEX approved for hazardous
make the electrical connection between ESP cable above and below the packer.
locations.

Specifications Packer Penetrator Systems with Crossover

Environmental
Electrical
300°F (149°C), 5000 psi
5000 VAC, 20 to 120Hz 160 Amperes
Adapters
Approvals ATEX approved for Hazardous Locations In many wells, there is not sufficient space for a twin-seal packer. Often, crossover
adapter solutions are used to provide reliable sealing at the packer, but with the
Features pressure barrier device (“penetrator”) actually located below or above the packer itself.
Flexible Surface Connector Multiple surface mounting configurations, which provides the flexibility to fit
most wellheads, even those where space is limited
Field Attachable, Cable Molded Flexibility to meet your specific installation
Field Attachable Packer Penetrator Systems
Wellhead Pressure Block & Seal The complete pressure block and seal at wellhead keeps the well fluids in the Using PEEK technology, we offer field attachable packer systems. These systems can be
well, which provides the ultimate safety and peace of mind without requiring
a vent easily installed above or below the packer, without requiring a cable splice. Systems are
Quick and Easy Installation New patent pending quick-connection/disconnection technology that greatly exceptionally robust, and they are suitable for temperatures up to 450ºF.
reduces the installation time

3-Bore Packer Penetrator Systems

With enhanced production methods, it may be desirable to use a packer in wells with
just 7-inch casings – or even smaller. In those cases, BIW Connector Systems can offer a
Tri-Lok 3-Bore packer feedthru, where steel-encased power conductors pass through the
wellhead with positive seals to ESP cables located above and below the packers.

High Performance Packer Penetrator Systems

Most packer penetrator systems are intended for 5000 psi maximum pressure,
Tri-Lok Wellhead Penetrator with BIW’s Quick-Thread™ Technology at a temperature of 300ºF. However, there are installations which require higher
performance. Downhole conditions with temperatures in excess of 300ºF, sour wells
with high concentrations of corrosive gases and production techniques that result in
high numbers of pressure decompression cycles are examples. BIW’s k-PaC Technology
was developed specifically for these harsh conditions.

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Tri-Lok® 3-Bore
Molded Cable Packer installations can boost ESP performance in many wells, including those with casing
Molded Cable Packer Penetrator Systems are widely used in both mudline applications and deep-set diameters of 7-inches or less. For these wells, it is necessary to use the smallest possible diameters
applications. Molded Cable Penetrators are supplied with cable factory installed both above and for electrical penetrations in the packer. The Tri-Lok 3-Bore Packer Penetrator System meets this
below the penetrator. Cable splicing is a widely available skill, and penetrators with cable may be need. High performance electrical conductors are encased in 3/8-inch Duplex tubing and the three
preferred for remote installations that may not have technical support available for field attachable tubes penetrate the packer. Below the packer, three mechanical splice tubes are used to connect the
solutions. Duplex-encased conductors to the Motor Lead Extension cable. Similar splice tubes are used above
the packer to connect the ESP cable above.
When used with deep-set packers, these penetrators are often supplied with motor lead extension
cables and pothead connectors. In these cases, the penetrators are mounted below the packer, and Specifications
there is no need for a field splice to the MLE below the packer. Environmental 300°F (149°C), 5000 psi
Electrical 5000VAC, up to 140A
Specifications
Insulators PEEK
Environmental 300°F (149°C), 5000 psi Metallurgy Tubing – Duplex 2205; Hardware-316 Corrosion Resistant Steel
Electrical 5000VAC, up to 160A
Maximum Length Penetrator - 28-inches
Features
Metallurgy 4130 Alloy Steel, 410 Corrosion Resistant Steel, Monel 400 Tubing Encased Cable 3/8-inch Duplex Tubing fits into all ESP packers, even when bores in the packer are not
straight
Features 75-inch Duplex Tubes For use with a variety of packers. Tubing is trimmed to the required size at time of
installation.
Crossover Adapters Ease of installation - not necessary to rotate penetrators during installation
Metal-to-metal seals Reliable sealing to the packer
Test Ports Permits hydraulic testing of O-ring Seals
Splice Tube Technology Easy, reliable sealing to ESP cable above and below the Packer
Adjustment Slot Ease of installation — helps to manage cable slack
Wide thread selection Crossover Adapters are supplied with both pin and box threads in the following sizes:
1.90NU-10RD • 2 3/8 EU 8 RD and 2 3/8 EU10 RD • 2 7/8 EU 8 RD • 2 7/8 EU10 RD

Tri-Lok® Ultra with k-PaC™ Technology

The Tri-Lok Ultra Packer Penetrator System is designed for high performance applications where
long life is a requirement. Pressure blocking is achieved using redundant electrical power contacts
HEZF Field Attachable brazed into ceramic blocks. Connections to cables are made using patented pressure-balanced
The HEZF Field Attachable Packer Penetrator System is intended for convenient installation above technology. This unique system applies virtually no mechanical stress on ESP cable insulation and
or below the packer. The systems consists of three major components: 1) Packer Penetrator, Field barriers over a wide range of pressure and temperature.
Attachable; 2) Downhole Power Connector, Field Attachable; and 3) Crossover Adapter. Tri-Lok Ultra Penetrators are designed for 400ºF (204ºC) service at pressures up to 7500 psi
(absolute or differential). The system is designed to withstand harsh and repetitive pressure cycles.
Installation consists of separately installing the ESP cable end and the Motor Lead Extension cable
end to the Packer Penetrator assembly and to the Field Attachable Power Connector, respectively. The system is delivered pre-assembled. On-site work requires minimal cable preparation and
The system can be ordered for installation above or below the packer, depending on local inserting cable ends into the packer penetrator.
preference. Specifications
Specifications Environmental 400°F (204°C), 7500 psi
Electrical 5000VAC, up to 180A
Environmental 350°F (177°C), 5000 psi
Insulators Ceramic, PEK and VDM-1000
Electrical 5000VAC, up to 140A
Metallurgy 17-4 Corrosion Resistant Steel, 410 Corrosion Resistant Steel, 316 Corrosion Resistant Steel
Metallurgy 4130 Alloy Steel, 316 Corrosion Resistant Steel, 410 Corrosion Resistant Steel, Monel 400
Features
Features
Ceramic Pressure Block Withstands extremely high pressures, with no harmful effects from high temperature
Crossover Adapters Ease of installation Left: exposure
Adjustment Nut Ease of installation — helps to manage cable slack Tri-Lok 3-Bore Packer Penetrator Metal-to-metal seals Reliable sealing to the packer with pressure test ports
Right:
Wide thread selection Crossover Adapters are supplied with both pin and box threads in the following sizes: Pressure Balanced Cable Pressure cycling and the presence of gas do not harm the cable termination. Suitable for
Tri-Lok Ultra Packer Penetrator
1.90NU-10RD • 2 3/8 EU 8 RD and 2 3/8 EU10 RD • 2 7/8 EU 8 RD Termination round cables, flat cables, lead-sheathed cables and tube encapsulated MLEs

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 Mechanical Splices Instrumentation Feedthru Systems
Products for permanent downhole gauges
Presta® GS Splice Permanent downhole gauges (PDG) have an important role for optimizing oil
The Presta GS Mechanical Splice is designed to make uniform, reliable splices quickly and with production. PDGs are always installed using metal-tubing encased cable, using
minimal training. Using the Presta GS splice requires only easy cable preparation. The prepared
both the conventional 1-conductor, and the newer 7-conductor cable types. BIW
cable ends are then inserted into the Presta GS splice, where they are permanently retained. Presta
Connector Systems offers a variety of products to make the installation of these
GS replaces taped splices, and allows splices to be completed in 45-60 minutes. 7-Pin I-Wire
Penetrator systems safer and easier. The safest installations of PDG cables require the use of
System a pressure-proof electrical penetration system. If an accidental breach of the PDG
cable should occur downhole, the tubing encapsulated cable could provide a
Specifications
conduit for hazardous fluids. When a penetrator is used, this risk is averted.
Environmental 300°F (149°C), 5000 psi
PDG Penetrators for 7-conductor cables and 1-conductor cables
Electrical 5000VAC, up to 160A
These penetrators are designed to be installed either atop the wellhead bonnet or
Dielectric Leakage Current Less than 1 micro-ampere at 24KVDC
on the side of the wellhead bowl. Pressure proof sealing is provided by electrical
Features contacts in a glass-to-metal sealed barrier. These systems have removable surface
Plug & Play Assembly Field Attachable. Requires only that cable ends must be prepared and connectors for easy work-over. Our products have ATEX approvals for installation
inserted into the pre-fabricated device.
in hazardous locations.
Boot Seal Technology Reliable sealing with minimal cable preparation.
PDG Penetrators for 1-conductor cables for tubing hanger
installations
These penetrators are long electrical connectors, designed to seal both to the
Easy strip-and-click tubing hanger and the top flange. Pressure-proof sealing is provided either with
assembly
glass-to-metal barriers or by elastomer/epoxy resin barriers. Surface connectors
are removable, and may be either 1- or 2-conductor. Connection to the PDG
cable is by field attachable lower connectors, with verifiable metal-to-metal
sealing. The feedthru and surface connectors of these systems have Class 1
Division 1 approvals for installation in Hazardous Locations.
Presta® Splice with k-PaC™ Technology
Splices for 1-conductor PDG cables
The Presta Splice with k-PaC Technology is designed to allow difficult splices to be made easily,
Splices are used to join single conductor PDG cables downhole. Splices attach to
quickly and uniformly by rig personnel with minimal training. Using the Presta splice requires only
cable ends using verifiable metal-to-metal seals. Each splice includes a pressure
easy cable preparation. The prepared cable ends are then inserted into the Presta splice, where they
are permanently retained. Presta replaces complex taped splices, and allows severe service splices to block element within the splice, to prevent fluid migration past the splice
be completed in 60 to 90 minutes. junction, should the PDG cables become breached.

The Presta Splice with k-PaC Technology is designed for Deep Water Offshore applications rated for PDG Instrument Penetrations for 1-conductor Cables
350°F and 7500 psi and for Extreme Service applications rated for 400°F and 5000 psi. Both have Instrument Penetrations are used to protect costly instruments from fluid ingress
performance headroom for even more severe applications. should the PDG cables become breached. The instrument penetrator has a glass-
Specifications to-metal sealed electrical contact that is designed for welding to the instrument.
Single Pin I-Wire
Connection to the PDG cable is made using Field Attachable downhole
Environmental 400°F (204°C), 7500 psi Penetrator System
connectors with verifiable metal-to-metal seals.
Test Temperature 500°F (260°C)
Test Pressures 20,000 psi at 200°F (93°C), 5500 psi at 550°F (288°C)
Electrical 5000VAC, up to 160A
Electrical Test Value 30KVAC for 4 hours
Specifications for Penetrator Products
Dielectric Leakage Current Less than 1 micro-ampere at 24KVDC
7-Wire Wellhead 1-Wire Wellhead 1-Wire Tubing Hang- 1-Wire Instrument 1-Wire PDG Cable
Penetrator Penetrator er Penetrator Penetrator Splice
Features
Pressure Rating 5000 psi Up to 10,000 psi 5000 psi Up to 10,000 psi 5000 psi
Plug & Play Assembly Field Attachable. Requires only that cable ends must be prepared and inserted into the Temperature Rating 350°F (177°C) 300°F (149°C) 300°F (149°C) 392°F (200°C) 300°F (149°C)
pre-fabricated device.
Voltage/Current 240VAC / 1A 600VAC / 15A 600VAC / 15A 600VAC / 15A 600VAC / 15A
Pressure Balanced Cable Termination Pressure cycling and the presence of gas do not harm the cable termination. Suitable for
round cables, flat cables, lead-sheathed cables and tube encapsulated MLEs. Verifiable Seal Yes No No No Yes

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 Design Approach Forensic Analysis
We analyze every returned product to determine
Product reliability is critical in the upstream oil and gas production market. If any part of root cause, and then upload findings to our
the production string fails, the well goes down and valuable revenue opportunity is lost. Knowledge Database.
BIW Connector Systems invests heavily in design and testing to ensure our products can
withstand the extreme, harsh environment of a production well.

Test Chamber #2
19,000 psi
180°F

Test Chamber #3
10,000 psi
600°F Test Chamber #1 The BIW Connector Systems Engineering Knowledge
6,500 psi Database systematically captures all test, qualification and
500°F in-service field return data into a single searchable storehouse
of information, which informs each new design.
Test
Environmental testing that closely replicates
downhole conditions is essential to prove product
reliability. BIW Connector Systems offers multiple test Informed Design
chambers capable of up to 650ºF/20,000 psi with We have experienced oilfield product designers
temperature and pressure cycling, and electrically with the best tools and technology. In addition,
monitors every qualification test to ensure operation we have invested in a significant material science
in all conditions. lab and created a common electronic Knowledge
Database that is mined for information from past
designs, engineering tests and forensic analysis.
We apply all this learning to every design.

BIW Connector Systems’ reliability and long product lifetimes are realized via a three-fold engineering strategy.
The first is to test exhaustively. The second is to conduct extensive forensic analysis on all field returns to Every product qualification
identify root cause. Finally, we maintain an electronic Knowledge Database of all technical data to practice is continuously monitored
for electrical performance
“Informed Design.” throughout the test.

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 Specialized Application Products

BIW Connector Systems designs and manufacturers a wide range Coiled Tubing Penetrators
of products to support specialized requirements. The following are ESP installation with coiled tubing has specialized requirements. ESP
examples of these products: cable is protected inside of the coiled tubing, and production flows either
through the well bore annulus or through a second coiled tube. At the
wellhead, the tubing is suspended in a coiled tubing hanger, and a short
Side Entry Feedthru Systems length of ESP cable is available above the hanger. BIW penetrators are
Side entry penetrator systems are designed to enter the wellhead on the side supplied with lengths of extra flexible 5KV insulated cable conductors.
instead of through the bonnet. This configuration has many advantages, These conductors are easily terminated to the ESP cable conductors.
including shorter work-over times and the ability to easily test an ESP while Penetrators are installed in the wellhead wall above the hanger.
a BOP is still in place during work-over. Our side entry systems have three
components: (1) a Horizontal Feedthru, which enters through the side of the
wellhead and tubing hanger and engages with (2) the Vertical Feedthru, and
(3) a conventional downhole connector that is used to connect the Vertical
Feedthru to the ESP cable. Crossover Adapters and Y-Adapters
Dual ESP completions often require specialized packer feedthru methods.
Using a Y-Adapter, an operator can supply power to two ESPs using a
convention packer design, with two packer feedthrus installed using a
Y-adapter system.
8KV Power Feedthru Systems
With ever-longer cable runs and high power motors, BIW meets the need for When there is a need for multiple injection and control lines to the ESP,
8KV Power Penetrator Systems. the design of a specialized crossover adapter will allow these lines to pass
through the bore together with ESP cable.

Pothead Connectors and Motor Housing Penetrators

Large geothermal ESPs and specialized ESPs for gas wells may require Penetration Systems for Cable Deployed ESP and
specialized motor lead systems. BIW Connector Systems supplies connectors Electrothermic Heating
for these applications. These systems often have unique wellhead designs and special
considerations for delivering power. BIW Connector Systems supplies field
installable feedthru systems and penetrators with flexible high voltage
power conductors to make installation easy.

Penetration Systems for Geothermal Wells

Electric submersible pumps in geothermal wells have many special
requirements. BIW supplies equipment specifically designed to fit
geothermal wells.

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 BIW Connector Systems | Product Index
Quickly find your product by application

Pressure Voltage Number Cable Hazardous

Product Application Temp Rating Bores Page
Rating (PSI) /Amperage of Pieces Termination Type Location Certification

Metal-Lok™ Wellhead Penetrator 5000 psi 300ºF (149ºC) 5000VAC /160A 3 1 Field Attachable C1D1, ATEX 6
Metal-Lok™ High
Wellhead Penetrator 3000/5000 psi 450ºF (232ºC) 5000VAC /160A 3 1 Field Attachable C1D1, ATEX 6
Temperature (HT)
Metal-Lok™ Slimline Wellhead Penetrator 5000 psi 300ºF (149ºC) 5000VAC /160A 3 1 Field Attachable C1D1, C1D2, ATEX 7

Metal-Lok™ Ultra Wellhead Penetrator 3000 psi 500ºF (260ºC) 5000VAC /140A 3 1 Field Attachable C1D1 8

EFT® Wellhead Penetrator 5000 psi 300ºF (149ºC) 5000VAC /180A 3 1 Field Attachable or Factory Molded C1D1 8

Rubber Molded Wellhead Penetrator 5000 psi 300ºF (149ºC) 5000VAC /215A 2 or 3 1 Field Attachable C1D1, ATEX, CEPEL 9

E-ZEE Feed® Wellhead Penetrator 3000/5000 psi 300ºF (149ºC) 5000VAC /160A 2 1 Field Attachable C1D1 10

Uni-Lok™ Wellhead Penetrator 3000/5000 psi 300ºF (149ºC) 5000VAC /140A 2 1 Field Attachable C1D1, C1D2, ATEX 10

Kwik-Lok® Wellhead Penetrator 3000/5000 psi 300ºF (149ºC) 5000VAC /160A 2 1 Factory Molded C1D1 11

Safe-T-Lok® Wellhead Penetrator 3000 psi 300ºF (149ºC) 5000VAC /140A 1 1 Factory Molded C1D1, CEPEL 11

Tri-Lok® Wellhead Penetrator 5000 psi 300ºF (149ºC) 5000VAC /160A 2 3 Field Attachable or Factory Molded C1D2, APEX 12

Rubber Molded Packer Penetrator 5000 psi 300ºF (149ºC) 5000VAC /215A 1, 2, or 3 1 Factory Molded N/A 9
HEZF Packer Penetrator 5000 psi 350ºF (177ºC) 5000VAC /140A 2 1 Field Attachable N/A 14
Tri-Lok® Packer Penetrator 5000 psi 300ºF (149ºC) 5000VAC /180A 1 3 Field Attachable N/A 15
Tri-Lok® Ultra Packer Penetrator 7500 psi 400ºF (204ºC) 5000VAC /180A 1 3 Field Attachable N/A 15

Presta® GS Mechanical Splice 5000 psi 300ºF (149ºC) 5000VAC /160 A 1 N/A Field Attachable N/A 16
Presta® Deep Water Mechanical Splice 7500 psi 400ºF (204ºC) 5000VAC /160 A 1 N/A Field Attachable N/A 16
Offshore/Extreme
Service

I-Wire Instrumentation 5000 psi 300ºF (149ºC) 600VAC /15A 3 1 Field Attachable ATEX 17
Penetrator
Downhole Heater Wellhead 5000 psi 300ºF (149ºC) 5000VAC /250A 3 1 Factory Molded C1D1 17
Applications Penetrator (Power)

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