It is a substitute for natural occurring Gilsonite.It is equivalent in its properties for use in oil field operations and other industrial application in comparison to natural Gilsonite.
Application
It has a vast usage in oil field application for cementing in oil based muds.
Advantages
It is a synthecised process hydrocarbon designed to stabilize shale formulation when utilized in water base drilling fluids.
Stabilizers to temperature in excess of 180°C.
Stabilizes shale formation while reducing torque & drag.
Controls HTHP fluid loss by producing a thin strong compressible wall cake.
Physical Properties
Properties
:
Value
Appearance
:
Fine Grained Blackish Powder.
Density
:
1.04 -1.06
Moisture content (% by weight)
:
1.0 (Max)
Softening Point
:
> 204°C or 400°F
Ash Content
:
1% Max
PH
:
Neutral
Particle Size
:
95% passes through BSS-100
Solubility in Carbon Disulphide (%w/w)
:
Soluble
Packaging
Material is packed in 25kg or 50 Lbs (22.68 Kg) sacks. Private Labeling and customized packaging is also available on request
Safety And Handling
Material must be handled as a Industrial chemical, wearing protective equipment and observing the precautions as mentioned in the MSDS.