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BIT FACE SELECTION
Bit Faces
 
CONCAVE

  • Suitable for drilling in all formations.
  • Cone shaped depression in the face has centering effect for straighter holes.
  • Well suited for soft to medium formations.
 
FLAT

  • Face slots help eliminate bit plugging in softer zones.
  • More carbide to surface contact for better rock fracture.
  • Well suited for medium to hard formations.

 
CONVEX
  • Fast penetration rates.
  • Face design allows for increased body support for gage carbide.
  • Well suited for hard and abrasive formations.

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Concave Flat Convex