Auger Drilling
In some areas, augers are used to drill the upper portion of the well and then the well is completed with the cable tool method. In other areas of the state, augers are used to drill the entire well. The auger method utilizes spiral augers, usually in 5 foot lengths.
What are the methods in drilling wells?
Drilling Methods
- Air Rotary Drilling Method. ...
- Bucket Auger Drilling Method. ...
- Cable Tool Drilling Method. ...
- Down the Hole Drilling Method. ...
- Reverse Circulation Drilling Method. ...
- Mud Rotary Drilling Method.
Which of the following methods are used for boring tubewells?
The machine used for tube well drilling is called a drilling rig. The rig for cable tool method is a truck mounted assembly from consideration of mobility and consists of a mast, a multiline hoist, a walking beam and an engine.
