Drilling Industry Glossary
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Friction Factor (F.F.)
The representation of the friction between the wellbore/casing and the work string. The friction factor is dependent on mud type, pipe and wellbore and cutting concentration. Higher cutting concentration leads to a higher friction factor.
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