Foundation core barrels: bullet teeth versus roller bits
A foundation core barrel cuts around an annular path in hard material. The remaining core and loosened material require a suitable removal sequence. This is a large foundation drilling tool; it should not be confused with a small geotechnical sampling barrel or a laboratory core drill.
Core Barrels

How to specify the right configuration
The catalog separates bullet-tooth and roller-bit configurations with their own dimensions, cutter counts and weights. Compare drilling diameter, shell diameter and length together. Cutter selection depends on the formation and rig; neither configuration is automatically suitable for every rock described as hard.
Catalog specifications and listed options
Core barrels for cutting an annular ring in rock and hard formations, with bullet teeth or roller bits. Standard Kelly box: 200×200 mm. Confirm the rig interface before ordering.
- Core barrel with bullet teeth
- Core barrel with roller bit
Assembly review and inspection
Share the ground report, intended cutting layout and how the core will be removed. Confirm the Kelly connection, cutter mounting and available rig torque against an approved arrangement. Inspect the cutting ring and cutter seating; uneven wear should prompt a review of the cutting layout and operating conditions.
Which cutting arrangements can I discuss?
The listed core barrels use bullet teeth or roller bits to cut an annular path. Send formation details, barrel diameter, cutting layout and Kelly interface for review.
Preparing a quotation request in Saudi Arabia
- Identify the rig model, product, quantity and application; include the ground profile when specifying a cutting tool.
- Send a dimensioned drawing or clearly scaled photos. Identify mating components and distinguish measured dimensions from estimates.
- State the delivery city, required date and project documentation requirements. Confirm the included components before ordering.
Core Barrel Specifications
Sizes and weights from the supplied tables. Other sizes can be customized; confirm final specifications and weight before ordering.
Core Barrel with Bullet Teeth
| Diametermm | Shell diametermm | Shell lengthmm | Shell thicknessmm | Teeth quantitypcs | Weightkg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600 | 520 | 1200 | 20+40 | 6 | 500 |
| 800 | 720 | 1200 | 20+40 | 9 | 660 |
| 900 | 820 | 1200 | 20+40 | 12 | 730 |
| 1000 | 920 | 1200 | 20+40 | 12 | 810 |
| 1200 | 1120 | 1200 | 20+40 | 15 | 1000 |
| 1500 | 1420 | 1200 | 20+40 | 18 | 1240 |
| 1800 | 1720 | 1000 | 20+40 | 24 | 1690 |
| 2000 | 1920 | 800 | 20+40 | 27 | 1770 |
| 2200 | 2120 | 800 | 20+40 | 30 | 1950 |
| 2500 | 2420 | 800 | 20+40 | 33 | 2450 |
Core Barrel with Roller Bits
| Diametermm | Shell diametermm | Shell lengthmm | Shell thicknessmm | Teeth quantitypcs | Weightkg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600 | 520 | 1200 | 20+40 | 4 | 550 |
| 800 | 700 | 1200 | 20+40 | 6 | 734 |
| 900 | 800 | 1200 | 20+40 | 6 | 794 |
| 1000 | 900 | 1200 | 20+40 | 8 | 906 |
| 1200 | 1100 | 1200 | 20+40 | 8 | 1089 |
| 1500 | 1400 | 1200 | 20+40 | 12 | 1387 |
| 1800 | 1700 | 1000 | 20+40 | 16 | 1886 |
| 2000 | 1900 | 800 | 20+40 | 18 | 1991 |
| 2200 | 2100 | 800 | 20+40 | 18 | 2162 |
| 2500 | 2400 | 800 | 20+40 | 20 | 2684 |
