Western Clay PRIME-GEL
- Chemical Family
- Bentonite
Western Clay PRIME-GEL is a 200 mesh, superior-grade, treated, sodium bentonite which meets or exceeds the current edition of API Specification 13A, section 9 bentonite requirements. PRIME-GEL functions as a viscosifier, suspending agent and filtrate reducer in freshwater drilling systems.
Product families
Applications
- Exploration & Upstream
Product Families
- Oilfield & Transport Chemicals
Other characteristics
- Features
Cooling Effect, Filtrate Reducer, Good Hard Water Stability, Good Lubricating Properties, Quick Cooling, Reduced Fluid Loss, Removes Cuttings
- Functions
- Fluid Loss Control Additive, Viscosity Modifier
- Applicable Processes
- Drilling Applications
- Markets
- Industrial
- PACKAGING
PRIME-GEL is available in 50 and 100 lb. multi-wall paper bags, 3000 lb. super sacks, and bulk shipments.
- Advantages
Cools and lubricates drill bit; Mixes quickly and easily in freshwater or freshwater drilling fluids; Reduces fluid loss into the formation; Removes cuttings; Stabilizes borehole; Excellent hard water performance
- Application
- Hydraulic Barriers
- Seepage Cut-Off Walls
- Reservoirs
- Landfills
- Hazardous Material Containment
- Drilling Fluids
- Oil Well Drilling
- Mineral Exploration Drilling
- Technology
- Industrial Additives & Materials
- Packaging Type
- Bags
- Bulk
- Certificates and Compliance
Meets or exceeds API Spec 13A Section 9, bentonite standards; NSF/ANSI Standard 60 Certified
- Certifications and Compliance
- NSF/ANSI 60
- Industrial Additives Features
- Cooling Effect
- Filtrate Reducer
- Good Hard Water Stability
- Good Lubricating Properties
- Reduced Fluid Loss
- Removes Cuttings
- Ready to Use Product Features
- Quick Cooling
- Industrial Additives Functions
- Fluid Loss Control Additive
- Viscosity Modifier
Technical data
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8 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Density (PCF, Compact) | 66.0 | — | — |
| pH | 8.5 - 9 | — | — |
| Barrel Yield | min. 90 | — | — |
| Viscometer (600 rpm) | 42.0 | — | API 13A, Sec. 9 Specification |
| YP/PV Ratio | 1.5 | — | API 13A, Sec. 9 Specification |
| Filtrate Volume | 13.7 | cm³ | API 13A, Sec. 9 Specification |
| Residue (min. 75 Micrometers) | 3.0 | wt. % | API 13A, Sec. 9 Specification |
| Moisture | 7 - 12 | wt. % | — |
