Latch Down Plug and Baffles
Use this table as a buyer’s guide to the Latch Down Plug and Baffle. It clarifies the components, installation in the collar, sealing and locking functions, and integration with float equipment so you can verify compatibility and reduce operational risk. Share string sizes, pressure and temperature window, and drill out plan.
| Category | Details | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Components | Latch Down Device made up to an Omega Plug or Top Rubber Plug, plus a threaded Latch Down Baffle | Standard cementing plug architecture with a dedicated landing baffle |
| Baffle Installation | Baffle is threaded into the collar; center bore is machined to accept the latch-down plug | Ensures proper landing and alignment of the plug |
| Plug Sealing | Plug has two O-ring seals | Provides bi-directional pressure holding |
| Plug Locking | Nylon slip engages when the plug lands | Locks the plug firmly in place after the job |
| Operation Sequence | After cement slurry is pumped, the plug is pumped down, latches into the baffle, then seals and locks | Simple run-and-pump procedure used industry-wide |
| Purpose / Barrier | Keeps plug in position even if a float valve fails; acts as a mechanical barrier to control backpressure | Helps protect cement placement and well integrity |
| Integration | Can be made up as an integral part of a Float Shoe, Float Collar, or Automatic Fill-Up equipment | Compatible with common float equipment layouts |
| Use Cases | Post-cement plug retention, landing at a baffle/landing collar, single- or multi-stage jobs, production strings | Latch-down or latch-in families used depending on design |
| Variants & Options | Some systems use paired plugs (top/bottom), rupture discs, or anti-rotation features; pressure ratings vary by design | Example offerings show ratings up to high pressure; confirm per spec |
| Drill-out & Materials | Many collars/baffles feature PDC-drillable internals and oilfield-standard metallurgy | Verify drill-out plan and material compatibility per job |
