If you are reading this, you are probably sourcing wellhead equipment and trying to figure out what things actually cost in 2026 — not ideal-world catalogue numbers and not one-off spot prices your last supplier gave you five years ago. This guide is organised like a procurement catalogue: product category, spec summary, indicative price range (FOB China), typical lead time, and what documentation comes with it. Prices are ranges, not quotes — actual pricing depends on volume, trim level, PSL, and current steel indexes. Use the RFQ checklist at the end to get accurate pricing from JLD Energy or any API 6A manufacturer.
1. API 6A Wellhead Equipment: Product Catalogue & 2026 Price Ranges
Below is the complete product catalogue organised by wellhead component category. All prices are FOB Shanghai / Ningbo port, subject to material surcharges and current alloy steel market rates.
1.1 Casing Heads
| Product | Size / Pressure | Connection | Price Range (FOB) | Lead Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slip-and-Weld Casing Head | 7-1/16"–13-5/8", 2M–5M | Weld-on bottom, studded top | $1,200–$3,800 | 4–6 weeks |
| Threaded Casing Head (Mandrel) | 7-1/16"–11", 5M–10M | Threaded bottom, flanged top | $2,400–$6,500 | 6–8 weeks |
| Studded Casing Head | 11"–13-5/8", 10M–15M | Weld-on or threaded, top studded | $4,500–$12,000 | 8–12 weeks |
| Crossover Casing Head | Various, 5M–15M | Mixed flange/stub acme sizes | $3,200–$9,500 | 6–10 weeks |
1.2 Casing Hangers & Spools
| Product | Size Range | PSL | Price Range (FOB) | Lead Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mandrel Casing Hanger | 5-1/2”–10-3/4" | PSL 1–3 | $800–$3,500 | 4–6 weeks |
| Slip Casing Hanger | 5-1/2”–13-3/8” | PSL 1–2 | $500–$2,200 | 3–5 weeks |
| Elastomer Packoff Assembly | Per hanger | — | $150–$600 | 2–3 weeks |
| Metal-to-Metal Packoff | HPHT, sour service | PSL 3–4 | $900–$2,800 | 6–8 weeks |
| Casing Spool | 11"×7-1/16" and up | PSL 1–3 | $2,800–$9,000 | 6–10 weeks |
1.3 Tubing Heads & Hangers
| Product | Size / Pressure | Configuration | Price Range (FOB) | Lead Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single Tubing Head | 7-1/16"–9", 5M–15M | Single string, studded top | $2,200–$7,500 | 6–8 weeks |
| Dual Tubing Head | 9"–11", 5M–10M | Dual string, parallel bore | $5,500–$15,000 | 10–14 weeks |
| Tubing Head w/ Side Outlet | 7-1/16", 5M–10M | Single + injection port | $3,200–$9,800 | 8–10 weeks |
| Threaded Mandrel Tubing Hanger | 2-3/8”–4-1/2" | Standard service | $400–$1,800 | 3–5 weeks |
| Horizontal (Plug-in) Tubing Hanger | Per tree design | Metal-to-metal seal | $2,500–$7,000 | 8–12 weeks |
1.4 Christmas Trees (Complete)
| Tree Type | Pressure Class | Configuration | Price Range (FOB) | Lead Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional Vertical Tree | 5M–10M | LMV + WMV + Swab, 2 wing | $8,500–$28,000 | 10–14 weeks |
| Conventional Vertical Tree | 15M | LMV + UMV + Swab + 2 wing | $18,000–$45,000 | 14–20 weeks |
| Slimline Tree | 2M–5M | Single master + 1 wing | $4,500–$11,000 | 6–8 weeks |
| Horizontal Tree | 10M–15M | Full bore, plug-in hanger | $35,000–$80,000 | 18–26 weeks |
1.5 Tree Components (Individual)
| Component | Type | Size | Price Range (FOB) | Lead Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Master Valve | Gate, slab or expanding | 2-1/16"–7-1/16" | $1,500–$6,800 | 6–10 weeks |
| Flow Wing Valve | Gate or ball | 2-1/16"–4-1/16" | $1,200–$4,500 | 6–8 weeks |
| Swab Valve | Gate | 2-1/16"–4-1/16" | $900–$3,200 | 4–6 weeks |
| Adapter Flange / Spool | Per spec | Various | $600–$4,500 | 4–8 weeks |
| Tubing Head Adapter | Cross-over flanged | Per connection | $1,200–$3,800 | 6–8 weeks |
| Ring Gasket (BX/RX/R) | Metallic | Per flange size | $15–$120 | 2–4 weeks |
2. What Drives Wellhead Equipment Pricing in 2026
If you compare two quotes for the 'same' casing head and see a 40% difference, the gap usually comes from one of these variables.
Trim Level: A Trim 1-1 (carbon steel) casing head costs roughly 30% less than a Trim 5-1 (Inconel 718) version of the identical casting. For sour service, Trim 5-1 is non-negotiable — but if your service is sweet, overspecifying trim adds cost without benefit.
PSL (Product Specification Level): Moving from PSL 1 to PSL 3 adds approximately 15–25% to component cost due to additional NDE, wider material traceability, and gas testing. PSL 4 can double the cost for select components.
Connection Type: 6BX flanged connections cost roughly 10–15% more than 6B flanges due to the precision-machined ring groove and BX gasket seat. Clamp-type (Grayloc) connectors add 20–40% premium but reduce installation time offshore.
Material Certifications: Full EN 10204 3.1 MTRs (mill test reports) are standard from JLD Energy. If you require 3.2 certification (witnessed / certified by an independent inspector), expect a 5–8% surcharge.
Steel Index Fluctuation: Wellhead components use forged alloy steel (AISI 4130 / 4140). When LME steel billet prices shift, manufacturers adjust — a 10% steel price increase typically translates to 3–5% on finished wellhead component pricing.
3. Documentation Checklist: What Every Shipment Must Include
When you receive wellhead equipment from any API 6A manufacturer, these documents should be in the data book. If they are missing, you are accepting unverified equipment.
Mandatory for every pressure-containing component: ✅ Material Test Reports (MTRs) per EN 10204 3.1 — body, bonnet, gate, stem, seat, hanger ✅ Hydrostatic shell test certificate — 1.5× CWP, minimum 15-minute hold ✅ Seat test certificate — low pressure (200–500 PSI) and high pressure (100% WP) ✅ Dimensional inspection report — flange dimensions, bore diameters, end-to-end lengths ✅ Hardness test report — body, bonnet, and trim components ✅ NACE compliance certificate (if applicable) — per MR0175 / ISO 15156
Recommended for critical service (PSL 3 or above): U0001f517 Gas seat test certificate (nitrogen, zero-bubble acceptance) U0001f517 Positive material identification (PMI) report — all alloy components U0001f517 Charpy impact test report (for low-temperature service below −20°F) U0001f517 PWHT (post-weld heat treatment) certificate if repairs involved welding
JLD Energy ships every wellhead component with the full mandatory documentation set as standard. Third-party inspection (SGS, BV, DNV, TUV) can be arranged at the factory at no extra management fee.
4. RFQ Checklist: What to Send a Manufacturer for Accurate Pricing
Getting accurate pricing on wellhead equipment comes down to the quality of your RFQ. A vague RFQ gets a padded quote. A detailed RFQ gets a competitive price. Here is what to include.
✅ Well parameters: Max surface pressure, bottomhole temperature, H₂S / CO₂ partial pressure, fluid composition ✅ Casing program: Surface casing size and weight, intermediate and production casing sizes ✅ Tubing program: Tubing size, grade, weight, and connection type ✅ Pressure rating: 2M / 5M / 10M / 15M / 20M per API 6A ✅ PSL level: PSL 1 / 2 / 3 / 3G / 4 ✅ Material class: AA / BB / CC / DD / EE / FF per API 6A ✅ Trim number: Per API 6A Table 11 (e.g., Trim 5-1 for sour service) ✅ Connection types: Flanged (6B / 6BX) or threaded or clamp ✅ Delivery terms: FOB / CIF / DAP, preferred port ✅ Documentation: 3.1 or 3.2, NACE, third-party inspection (Y/N) ✅ Quantity: Single set or annual volume commitment
Sample RFQ template for wellhead equipment:
``` PROJECT: [Name / Location] WELL TYPE: Gas / Oil / Injection / HPHT MAX SURFACE PRESSURE: 10,000 PSI BH TEMPERATURE: 250°F H₂S: 1,000 ppm (partial pressure 0.5 psi) CO₂: 5% (partial pressure 250 psi) MATERIAL CLASS: FF TRIM: 5-1 PSL: 3 CASING: 13-3/8” surface, 9-5/8" intermediate, 7" production TUBING: 3-1/2", L-80, premium thread CONNECTIONS: 6BX flanged, ring groove BX-154 / BX-160 DOCS: EN 10204 3.1 + NACE + gas seat test INSPECTION: SGS (witnessed) DELIVERY: CIF Dubai Port QUANTITY: 5 complete wellhead systems ```
5. API 6A Wellhead Equipment Manufacturer Selection: What to Check Before You Buy
Not all API 6A manufacturers deliver the same quality. Before placing an order, verify these five things.
1. API 6A Monogram License: Check that the manufacturer holds a current API 6A monogram license (valid, not expired, not suspended). You can verify on the API website. A manufacturer without a current monogram license cannot legally apply the API monogram to equipment.
2. In-House Testing Capability: Does the manufacturer own the test equipment or do they outsource? In-house hydrostatic test beds, gas test cells, PMI guns, and hardness testers mean faster turnaround and better traceability. Outsourced testing introduces gaps in the quality chain.
3. Heat Treatment Facility: For wellhead components in HPHT or sour service, in-house quench-and-temper (Q&T) capability ensures consistent mechanical properties. Manufacturers that outsource heat treatment have less control over hardness uniformity.
4. Reference Projects: Ask for recent wellhead deliveries to similar well conditions — same pressure class, same material class, similar H₂S / CO₂ environment. A manufacturer that has delivered to your operating conditions before will have fewer surprises.
5. Lead Time Reliability: A cheap quote with a 20-week lead time that slips to 32 weeks is not actually cheap when it delays your drilling program. Check on-time delivery track record, not just the initial promise.
Sourcing API 6A wellhead equipment in 2026 means navigating trim levels, PSL requirements, material classes, and fluctuating steel prices. The product catalogue and price ranges in this guide give you a working reference — but the real pricing comes from a well-structured RFQ. Use the checklist in Section 4 to prepare your inquiry, verify the manufacturer’s API monogram and testing capability, and you will get competitive pricing on equipment that meets your well conditions. Contact JLD Energy with your well program details for a complete wellhead system quotation with CIF pricing to your port.
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