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Barite for Oilfield
Product #4300
Barite (ground barium sulphate (BaSO4)) in its pure form is chemically inert in fresh water and oil based drilling fluids. It can be used to increase mud densities to as high as 2400 kg/m³.
Barite increases the hydrostatic pressure of the drilling mud allowing it to compensate for high-pressure zones experienced during drilling. The softness of the mineral also prevents it from damaging drilling tools during drilling and enables it to serve as a lubricant.
Specifications
Wet Screen Analysis:
- 3% residue (max) on US Sieve #200 (74 microns)
- 5% residue (max) on US Sieve #325 (44 microns)
- Soluble Alkaline Earths as Calcium: 250 mg/L (max)
Application
To calculate the amount of Barite required to raise the weight use the following formula:
Barite kg/m³ equals 4200 (W2 - W1) divided by 4200 - W2
where W1 = present mud weight in kg/m³
where W2 = desired mud weight in kg/m³
Every 100 sacks of Barite added will increase the volume of the system by one cubic meter.
Mixing & Handling
Barite can be mixed through the mud hopper as rapidly as needed. When large quantities are added to a mud system it may be necessary to add water to prevent mud dehydration.
Physical Properties
Appearance: Grey-white powder
Specific Gravity: 4.2 - 4.4
Moisture Content: 1580°C
Chemical Properties
Type: Inorganic barium salt
Solubility: Insoluble (water, oil)
pH: 7.0 - 9.5
Packaging & Controls
WHMIS: Not controlled
TDG: Not regulated
Packaging: 40kg sack
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