China s largest water well drilling rig

“Blue Whale 1,” the world’s largest and most advanced ultra-deep-water semi-submersible drilling rig was built by Yantai CIMC Raffles Offshore Limited in east China's Shandong Province. The 42000-ton oil platform has cost $700 mil. more [pdf]

Small water pump for water drilling rig engineering drill

In this video we assemble a DIY micro drill rig (tiny DC motor + drill bit + frame) and a submersible water pump, then test drilling a small “well” and pumping water through tubing. I explain the mechanism, torque limits, and 3 upgrades for better performance. [pdf]

Water well drilling rig purchase price from manufacturers

The answer ranges from just a few thousand dollars for a manual rig to several hundred thousand for a high-capacity commercial unit. The right rig for you depends on your drilling needs, budget, and long-term goals. Choosing the right rig is about more than price. [pdf]