*Overview of Annular BOPs*
Used in drilling operations with non-uniform wellbore diameters or frequent tripping of drill string
Also used in certain completion and workover operations where ram BOPs may not be practical
Important safety device in oil and gas drilling operations, legally required to be installed and regularly tested
*Functionality and Capabilities*
Equipped with hydraulic control system to pack off annular spaces with different sizes
Capable of fully packing off the wellhead if no drilling tool is present
Can pack off annular spaces between well barrel and Kelly, cable, and steel wire during coring or well-test operations
Equipped with pressure-relieving/adjustable valve and accumulator to perform running/retrieving bit with force using 18 degree butt-weld drilling rod without fine thread