--- title: Fortress Downhole Tools Introduces The Cyclops ST 2000 description: Fortress Downhole Tools' Cyclops ST 200 is the industry’s first Pay-Per-Stage, recycling setting tool program. image: https://eng-pes.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Facebook%20-%20Featured%20Image-1.png --- 2 min read # Fortress Downhole Tools Introduces The Cyclops ST 2000 [ Admin ](https://eng-pes.com/blog/author/admin) July 10, 2026 [Downhole Tools](https://eng-pes.com/blog/tag/downhole-tools) [Fortress](https://eng-pes.com/blog/tag/fortress) [Insider](https://eng-pes.com/blog/tag/insider) ![Fortress Downhole Tools Introduces The Cyclops ST 2000](https://eng-pes.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Facebook%20-%20Featured%20Image-1.png?width=1200&name=Facebook%20-%20Featured%20Image-1.png) [Fortress Downhole Tools](https://eng-pes.com/fortress-downhole-tools) is excited to bring to market the industry’s first Pay-Per-Stage, recycling setting tool program. Keep reading to discover all the benefits of this incredible technology. ## What is the Cyclops ST 2000? The [Cyclops ST](https://fortressdt.com/products/fortress-cyclops-st-2000/)[ 2000, Fortress Setting Tool ](https://fortressdt.com/products/fortress-cyclops-st-2000/)is a gas operated, oil-free setting tool, designed to replace the standard Baker-style wireline setting tool and also disposable tools. From [concept, design, to](https://www.stonewallco.com/product-design) [engineering](https://www.stonewallco.com/engineering), [StoneWall](https://www.stonewallco.com/manufacturing) has operated as the gateway to the Cyclops ST 200 engineering design journey. ### patent-pending tooL This patent-pending tool is 50-60% cheaper than other disposable tools, and is specifically designed to reduce downtime and increase cycling of operations, hence deemed: “Cycl-ops”. ### proprietary dampening stage design The design also includes a proprietary dampening stage and dual bleed off in order to safely and efficiently set any downhole tool that is designed to be run on the Baker 20 setting tool or equivalent. ### coupled with Fortress’s Cyclops Efficiency Program This game-changing tool coupled with[ Fortress’s Cyclops Efficiency Program or CEP ](https://fortressdt.com/)can improve your cash flow by giving you instant ownership type accessibility in a rental tool system. No supply chain headaches. ## Incredible Benefits The simplicity, efficiency, versatility and compact size of the Cyclops is what separates itself from all other setting tools on the market - enabling cost savings and safety benefits while operating as a reliable tool. ### Cost Savings #### All Inclusive Price Per Stage The Cyclops comes with in all inclusive "Price Per Stage" model. This includes the Setting Tool, Rebuild Kit, [iFortress](https://eng-pes.com/blog/introducing-the-ifortress), and Inspections. #### Direct Replacement of Disposables It also comes with direct replacement of disposables which is 50% lower the cost of other [disposable setting tools.](https://eng-pes.com/stonewall-horizontal-well-stimulation) With the Cyclops, operators can continue running the same gun system and the number of guns.  #### Reduced Risk of NPT The Cyclops also reduces the risk of NPT with its pressure balanced design and eliminates the need for pressure induced pre-set plugs. ### Safety #### Self Bleeding Design The Cyclops' self-bleeding design has a 100% success rate of bleed off downhole. It also contains redundant bleed areas along with a "Tattletail" feature that visually confirms bleed off at the surface. ### Efficiency and Reliability The Cyclops has a simple design consisting of only 5 total tool components and 5 HiVis O-rings. This allows for a quick redress. The average rebuild time on location is seven minutes. Fortress also provides on-site training at no additional cost which provides even more efficiency. ### Compatibility The Cyclops accepts industry standard energetics and WLAK's. It can also set both [composite and dissolvable plugs](https://eng-pes.com/blog/well-stimulation-technology-dissolvable-vs-composite-frac-plugs) with virtually no limitations. ## Specifications For The Cyclops ST 2000 ![Specifications For The Cyclops ST 2000](https://eng-pes.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/image-12-1-1.png?width=600&name=image-12-1-1.png) - Model: ST2000 - Length – 39.59” - Weight – 73 lbs - Shear Force – 60,000 lbs - Stroke Length – 10.00”  ### Advantages - Pressure Balanced - No Hydrostatic Limitations - Oil-Free Design / Self Bleeding - Proprietary Dampening Stage & Dual Bleed Off - Average 7 min Rebuild Time - (5) Tool Components - Only Requires (5) O-Rings - On-Site Field Training / Seamless Integration - iFortress Run Data Tracking ### Want to learn more? 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