Drill rod

How to choose the right drill rod

Choosing the right drill rod starts by looking at your drilling jobs ahead. Bore length, ground conditions, steering needs, machine compatibility and long-term performance factor into what is best for your operation. Vermeer Firestick® drill rod and Silver Series drill rod give contractors trusted choices for multiple HDD applications.

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FIRESTICK DRILL ROD

Why choose Firestick drill rod

Vermeer Firestick drill rod has earned a reputation in the industry for strength and consistent quality. Firestick drill rods are made from forged and heat-treated high-carbon alloy steel. Its robust threads and double-shouldered design stand up in high-torque applications, while maintaining a large inside diameter to maximize drilling fluid flow.

What sets Firestick drill rod apart?

Firestick features one-piece forged construction, a coarse and tapered thread profile and a timed thread connection to deliver durability and long-term performance.

How do I choose the right drill rod?

Consider reliability and long-term costs associated with drilling in difficult ground conditions. Firestick drill rod is built for demanding HDD applications where performance and service life matter.

How does drill rod quality impact performance?

Quality impacts steerability, durability and long-term performance. Firestick drill rod is inspected throughout production to help ensure consistency and reliability from one rod to the next.

How can dealer support help with drill rod?

Your Vermeer dealer can recommend the right drill rod for your operation and provide timely aftermarket support to help minimize interruptions and keep your projects on track.

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SILVER SERIES DRILL ROD


 

When straightforward, less-aggressive projects require a budget-conscious option, there's the new Silver Series drill rod. Comprised of one-piece forged, S135 grade steel, and threaded in the same state-of-the-art facility (located in the U.S.) as the Firestick drill rod, it is designed for moderate steering applications. Together, the Firestick drill rod and Silver Series drill rod provide trusted options for any project.

AVAILABLE DRILL ROD THREAD

Firestick® 200Firestick® 250
Firestick® 400Firestick® 600

AVAILABLE DRILL ROD DIAMETER

1.66
1.9
2.06
2.375
 

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