DrillMasterPro

Fishing Tools

Tools, uses & API connections for fishing operations

Releasing & Circulating Overshot

Overshot

Engages and releases external fish (drill pipe, tubing, collars). Allows circulation through the fish.

Connection:
API Regular, IF, NC (varies by size)
Size Range:
2-3/8" to 9-1/2"
Catch Method:
Spiral or basket grapple
Release:
Right-hand rotation with release
API Spec 7-2

High-Release Overshot

Overshot

Heavy-duty overshot for high-torque and high-pull applications. Engages fish neck.

Connection:
API Regular / NC50
Size Range:
4-1/2" to 8"
Catch Method:
Grapple on fish neck
Release:
Hydraulic or mechanical release
API Spec 7-2

Releasing Spear

Spear

Engages internal bore of fish (tube, casing). Self-releasing on left-hand rotation.

Connection:
API IF / NC
Size Range:
1-1/2" to 9-5/8"
Catch Method:
Slips/grapple expanded inside fish
Release:
Left-hand rotation
API Spec 7-2

Wall Hook Releasing Spear

Spear

Locates and engages fish in washed-out or enlarged hole. Wall hook guides spear into fish top.

Connection:
API Regular / IF
Size Range:
3-1/2" to 8"
Catch Method:
Wall hook + grapple
Release:
Left-hand rotation
API Spec 7-2

Tapered Tap

Tap & Die

Cuts threads into internal bore of fish. Non-releasing — permanent catch.

Connection:
API Regular / IF
Size Range:
1" to 7"
Catch Method:
Thread cutting (self-tapping)
Release:
Not releasable
API Spec 7-2

Die Collar

Tap & Die

Cuts threads onto external surface of fish. Non-releasing — permanent catch.

Connection:
API Regular / IF
Size Range:
2" to 9"
Catch Method:
Thread cutting on OD
Release:
Not releasable
API Spec 7-2

Reverse Circulation Junk Basket

Junk Catcher

Recovers small junk (bit cones, bearings, hand tools) from bottom of hole. Reverse circulates fluid to trap debris.

Connection:
API Regular / IF
Size Range:
6-1/4" to 14"
Catch Method:
Jet basket / finger catcher
Release:
Surface dump
API Spec 7-2

Boot Basket (Junk Sub)

Junk Catcher

Collects junk circulating in annulus. Run above bit or fishing tool.

Connection:
API Regular / IF
Size Range:
6" to 12"
Catch Method:
Baffled chamber
Release:
Surface dump
API Spec 7-2

Fishing Magnet

Junk Catcher

Recovers ferromagnetic junk (bit teeth, bearings, shims) from bottom of hole.

Connection:
API Regular / IF
Size Range:
4" to 12"
Catch Method:
Permanent magnet
Release:
Surface release
API Spec 7-2

Impression Block

Accessories

Makes an impression of the top of fish to determine its shape, size, and condition.

Connection:
API Regular / IF
Size Range:
3-1/2" to 12"
Catch Method:
Lead/resin impression
Release:
N/A (inspection tool)
API Spec 7-2

Bumper Sub

Impact Tool

Provides controlled up/down jarring action to free stuck fish. Stroke typically 12-20 in.

Connection:
API Regular / IF
Size Range:
3-1/2" to 8"
Catch Method:
Used with overshot/spear
Release:
Stroke adjust
API Spec 7-2

Drilling Jar (Hydraulic/Mechanical)

Impact Tool

Delivers impact blows to free stuck drill string. Up and down jar capability.

Connection:
NC38 to NC61
Size Range:
5" to 8"
Catch Method:
Integral to BHA
Release:
Timer/mechanical trip
API Spec 7-2

Safety Joint

Accessories

Weak point in fishing string. Allows back-off above stuck fish if fishing tool cannot release.

Connection:
API Regular / IF
Size Range:
3-1/2" to 8"
Catch Method:
Shear pin / left-hand release
Release:
Left-hand rotation
API Spec 7-2

Washover Pipe

Accessories

Washes over stuck fish to free it from surrounding wall cake or bridging. Allows circulation.

Connection:
API Regular / Washover thread
Size Range:
4-1/2" to 16"
Catch Method:
External washover
Release:
N/A (clearance tool)
API Spec 5CT / 7-2

Wireline Fishing Grab

Accessories

Recovers broken wireline, cable, or slickline from wellbore. Grabs wire with barbed fingers.

Connection:
Threaded / rope socket
Size Range:
1-1/2" to 4"
Catch Method:
Barbed finger grab
Release:
Surface dump
API Spec 8A