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Fishing Magnets

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Bull Dog manufactures a line of magnets using the latest in permanent magnet technology.

Applications

Designed to retrieve small metallic junk like slips, ball bearings, or parts of broken tools, Bull Dog Fishing Magnets use high-strength permanent magnet cores encased in durable housings. Diameters range from 1" to 20", and all models are finished with corrosion-resistant plating. A great first-pass option before committing to heavier intervention.

Features & Advantages

  • High-Strength Magnetic Design: Utilizes advanced permanent magnet technology to deliver exceptional holding power for retrieving metallic debris.

  • Wide Size Range: Available in diameters from 1" through 20", with custom sizing options to fit various wellbore dimensions.

  • Durable Construction: Built from high-strength materials to withstand harsh downhole conditions and repeated use.

  • Simple Operation: Requires no moving parts or complex mechanisms, making it reliable and easy to deploy.

  • Efficient Retrieval: Capable of recovering small metallic items such as bit fragments, wireline pieces, or metal shavings that are difficult to fish with conventional tools.

  • Versatile Applications: Suitable for use in fishing operations, cleanouts, and maintenance jobs in both cased-hole and open-hole environments.

  • Cost-Effective Solution: Reduces rig time and operational costs by quickly clearing metallic junk from the wellbore.

  • Field-Proven Performance: Designed to perform consistently in challenging well conditions, minimizing the need for additional fishing trips.

Specifications

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Our sizes range from 1 " through 20". Standard sizes are available in 1/2" increments.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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  1. What is the Bull Dog® Fishing Magnet used for?

    Bull Dog Fishing Magnets are designed to recover metallic debris from the wellbore — including nuts, bolts, slips, wire, mill cuttings, and other steel objects. They're commonly used in cleanout and fishing operations where mechanical engagement tools aren't effective.


  2. How does the Bull Dog® Fishing Magnet work?

    The tool uses high-strength permanent magnets to attract and hold metal debris as it’s lowered into the well. The magnet face draws metallic objects into contact, where they stay attached until the tool is pulled to surface for recovery. No mechanical catch or circulation is required.


  3. What sizes are available for Bull Dog Fishing Magnets?

    Standard sizes range from 1" up to 20" O.D., in ½-inch increments. This allows operators to match the magnet to their casing or tubing size for maximum contact and retrieval performance. Custom sizes are available to suit non-standard or tight-hole operations.


  4. When should I use a magnet instead of another fishing tool?

    Use a fishing magnet when the debris is:

    • Loose and metallic (e.g., bolts, wire, shavings)

    • Too small for overshots or spears

    • Sitting in an open or horizontal wellbore section

    • At risk of compacting into a bird’s nest if disturbed


  5. Can Bull Dog Fishing Magnets be customized for specific jobs?

    Absolutely. Bull Dog can adjust the magnetic strength, OD/ID, connection type, and body length to match your job requirements. We can also build magnets for high-temp, sour service, or horizontal wells upon request.

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