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Pipe Recovery

When pipe gets stuck downhole, every hour counts. Raptor brings the full pipe-recovery toolkit to locate the stuck point and part the string exactly where you need it.

Getting Stuck Pipe Free, Fast And Clean

Stuck pipe is one of the most expensive problems on a well. Our crews run a complete suite of free-point, back-off, and cutting tools to diagnose the stuck point precisely and recover your string with minimal downtime, so you can get back to drilling.

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What We Run

Pipe Recovery Toolkit

Every tool below is available through Raptor. Not sure which fits your job? We'll help you decide.

Free Point

Pinpoint exactly where the pipe is stuck so you cut or back off in the right place.

Back Off

Unscrew the string at a chosen connection to recover pipe above the stuck point.

Severing Tool

Cleanly sever the string when backing off isn't an option.

Split Shot

A reliable, cost-effective option for parting pipe downhole.

Jet Cutter

Precise chemical-jet cutting for a clean, controlled separation.

Chemical Cutter

A smooth, burr-free cut that leaves the recovered pipe re-usable.

Plasma Cutter

High-energy cutting for tough or heavy-wall applications.

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The Raptor Difference

Diagnose First. Then Recover.

We start by finding the exact stuck point with a free-point tool, then choose the right method (back off, sever, or cut) for your string and situation. No guesswork, no wasted trips.

  • Accurate free-point diagnosis
  • Back-off, sever, or cut as the job calls for
  • Jet, chemical & plasma cutting options
  • Crews experienced in fishing-adjacent operations
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Let's Talk About Your Well.

Every location is different. Give us the details and we'll tell you exactly how Raptor can help.