Button Die 20228 – OEM Replacement for Varco 2628 | DenCon 2731 | B+V 80155

The Safety Shark Button Die 20228 is a premium aftermarket circular button die engineered for Drill Collar Slips (DCS) and CMS-XL Casing Slips used in oil & gas, geothermal, mining, HDD and water well drilling operations. Precision manufactured from forged 8620 alloy steel and heat treated for exceptional hardness and wear resistance, the 20228 delivers outstanding gripping performance, extended service life and dependable reliability in the harshest drilling environments.

Designed to meet API 7K performance requirements, the Button Die 20228 is a direct replacement for Varco® 2628, DenCon® 2731 and Blohm + Voss® (B+V) 80155. It is precision machined to provide an accurate OEM fit, ensuring secure retention within the slip body while maintaining maximum gripping force during drilling and pipe handling operations.

Compatible with both Drill Collar Slips and CMS-XL Casing Slips, the 20228 is a versatile replacement insert suitable for multiple drilling applications. The aggressive multi-point pyramid tooth profile provides superior grip on drill collars and casing while helping reduce slip movement, wear and downtime.

Whether replacing worn button dies during scheduled maintenance or rebuilding a complete slip assembly, the Safety Shark Button Die 20228 offers a durable, cost-effective alternative to OEM replacement parts without compromising performance.

Features

• Premium aftermarket Button Die 20228
• Direct replacement for Varco® 2628, DenCon® 2731 and B+V® 80155
• Compatible with Drill Collar Slips (DCS) and CMS-XL Casing Slips
• Manufactured from premium forged 8620 alloy steel
• Heat treated and case hardened for exceptional wear resistance
• Precision machined for accurate OEM fitment
• Aggressive multi-point pyramid tooth profile for maximum gripping performance
• API 7K compatible
• High resistance to impact and heavy drilling loads
• Suitable for land and offshore drilling operations
• Ideal for oil & gas, geothermal, mining, HDD and water well drilling

Specifications

Compatibility

OEM Cross Reference

The Safety Shark Button Die 20228 is compatible with the following OEM and aftermarket part numbers:

• Safety Shark: 20228
• Varco® / NOV®: 2628
• DenCon®: 2731
• Blohm + Voss® (B+V): 80155
• Alternate References: 36-2628, ON-2628, 71-2628

Manufacturer part numbers are provided for product identification and compatibility purposes only.

Applications

• Oil & Gas Drilling
• Geothermal Drilling
• Mining Exploration
• Water Well Drilling
• Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD)
• Drill Collar Slip Maintenance
• Casing Slip Refurbishment
• Rig Maintenance & Repair

Why Choose Safety Shark?

Safety Shark supplies premium aftermarket drilling equipment trusted by drilling contractors throughout Australia and around the world. Our Button Dies for Drill Collar Slips and Casing Slips are manufactured to deliver reliable OEM compatibility, exceptional durability and long service life, helping reduce maintenance costs and minimise costly rig downtime.