STAR HIB® Plus
STAR HIB® Plus shale inhibitor is a proprietary inhibitor designed for use in water-based (WBM) drilling fluids. It is used in formations that contain reactive clays such as smectite and mixed layer illite/smectite. Unlike conventional shale inhibitors, STAR HIB® Plus does not require KCl or other salts for inhibition.
Product families
Applications
- Exploration & Upstream
Product Families
- Lubricant Protective Additives
Other characteristics
- Brand
- STAR HIB
- End Uses
- Drilling Fluids
- Features
Environmentally Friendly, Low Contamination, Water Soluble
- Functions
- Shale Inhibitor
- Color
- Amber
- Markets
- Industrial
- PACKAGING
STAR HIB® Plus is available in 55 gal/210 liter drums.
- Advantages
Used when drilling in environmentallysensitive areas where KCl cannot be used.; Compatible with all common WBM additives and reservoir compliant.; Resistant to contaminants.; Temperature stability up to 149°C (300°F).
- Appearance
- Tan, Free-Flowing Powder
- Soluble In
- Water
- Technology
- Fluids & Lubricants
- Packaging Type
- Drums
- HIGHLIGHTS
Effective in a range of WBM.; Compatible with all common WBM additives.; Thermally stable and resistant to common contaminants.; Can be mixed directly into the fluid system through the mud hopper, straight into the pit or gravity feed dispenser.
- Handling
Use appropriate PPE and review the SDS before use.; Store drums upright.
- Regulatory Compliance
Environmentally compliant for use in all areas.; CEFAS and REACH registered.; PLONOR listed for North Sea use, HMCS Category P, OCNS Group E.; Passes the Canadian Microtox.
- Fluids and Lubricants Type
- Industrial Oils & Fluids
- Treatment Recommendations
Effective at concentrations as low as 3 - 5 wt% for most shales and depletion rates are similar to KCl-glycol fluids.. Can be mixed directly into the fluid system through the hopper, straight into the pit or gravity feed dispenser.
- Certifications and Compliance
- REACH (Europe)
- Fluids and Lubricants End Use
- Drilling Fluids
- Fluids and Lubricants Features
- Environmentally Friendly
- Low Contamination
- Water Soluble
- Fluids and Lubricants Functions
- Shale Inhibitor
Technical data
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2 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| pH (77°F) | 11 | — |
| Density | 11.7 - 12.5 | lb/gal |
