Drilling & Wells

TDS meaning in oil and gas

Definition

Top Drive System

TDS means Top Drive System. A 'top drive' is basically a motor that is connected to the end of a drill string in order to rotate it, instead of using the more traditional kelly and rotary table.

A 'top drive' is basically a motor that is connected to the end of a drill string in order to rotate it, instead of using the more traditional kelly and rotary table.

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