Barite 4.1 – 4.2
Description
Barite has a high specific gravity, is chemically inert, and has very low solubility in water and chemicals. These properties make barite a widely used material in various industries, including oil and gas well drilling, paint manufacturing, plastics production, and other chemical applications. This mineral is marketed as a powder with a relatively soft texture and high density.
Barite Applications in Drilling Industry
One of the most important uses of barite is in drilling mud. Drilling mud is a thick fluid used during oil and gas well drilling, serving multiple purposes, including:
- Transporting cuttings to the surface
- Cooling and cleaning drilling tools
- Controlling subsurface formation pressures
- Stabilizing the wellbore
- Preventing oil and gas leaks
Barite is used as a weighting material in drilling mud, increasing hydrostatic pressure in the well, which is crucial for controlling subsurface pressures.
Suitable Density of Barite
Barite used in drilling should have a density between 4.0 and 4.3 g/cm³. Densities above 4.3 increase the drilling mud concentration excessively, making drilling operations difficult and costly. Conversely, densities below 4.0 reduce the mud’s effectiveness in pressure control and increase safety risks.
Key Applications of Barite
- Formation pressure control: Increasing drilling mud pressure to counter subsurface pressures
- Wellbore stabilization: Preventing wellbore collapse
- Cuttings transport: Bringing drilled materials to the surface
- Tool cooling and cleaning: Reducing tool temperature and preventing particle buildup
- Leak prevention: Helping to prevent gas or oil leakage from the well
Importance of Drilling Barite
Barite is one of the main and essential materials in oil and gas well drilling. Its use improves safety, increases efficiency, and reduces drilling costs.
Information
25111010
HS Code
FCA, FOB, CIF, CFR, CPT Based on customer’s inquiry
Deliver Terms
Jumbo bag 1.5MT
Packaging
Iran
Origin
Product Analysis Results Table
Barite 4.10
| No. | Test Parameter | Test Method / Notes | Measured Value | Limit | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Specific Gravity (SP.GR) / Solution Density | Before adding gypsum | 4.10 | Min 4.10 | g/cm³ |
| 2 | Soluble Alkaline Metals as Calcium (Ca) | 120 | 120 | ppm | |
| 3 | Water Soluble Solids (W.s.s) | 0.04 | 0.04 | % | |
| 4 | Apparent Viscosity (Vis) | Before and after adding gypsum | 90.95 | cps | |
| 5 | pH | At room temperature and 180°F | 6.5 | 6.5 | |
| 6 | Residue on ASTM No. 20 Sieve (200 mesh) | 2 | 2 | % | |
| 7 | Residue on ASTM No. 32 Sieve (325 mesh) | 12 | 12 | % | |
| 8 | Moisture | 0.2 | Max 0.2 | % | |
| 9 | BaSO₄ Purity | 91 | Min 91 | % |
Barite 4.20
| No. | Test Parameter | Measured Value | Limit | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Soluble Gravity | 4.20 | Min 4.20 ± 0.03 | g/cm³ |
| 2 | Water-soluble alkaline earth metals as Calcium | 130 | ppm | |
| 3 | Residue on ASTM Sieve No. 20 (200 mesh) | 0.10 | % | |
| 4 | RPM 600.2 | 95 |