Barite is precisely ground barium sulphate used to increase the density of both oil based and water based mud. It is a chemically inert powder which meets or exceeds the API .
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Barite is precisely ground barium sulphate used to increase the density of both oil based and water based mud. It is a chemically inert powder which meets or exceeds the API
Density: | 4,20 g/ml, min |
Water-soluble alkaline earth metals, as calcium: | 250 mg/kg, max |
Residue greater than 75 μm: | 3% max |
Particles less than 6 μm in equivalent spherical diameter: | 30% max |
Application/Function
Used to increase the density of all drilling fluids .
Advantages
Insoluble and chemically inert, except in specific brines
Non sag weight material
Low ECD fluids
Reduces abrasiveness with d90 of typically less than 30 microns
Package and Storage
25kg bags, jumbo bags or according to customer's requirement. Avoid breathing dust. Wear respirator when airborne dust is present. Harmful by Inhalation. Danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure.
