barite powder for oil drilling
Product Features：
Drilling grade barite are produced from natural barium sulfate ores.Commonly used as a weighting agent for all types of drilling fluids in oiland gas exploitation.
Our drilling barite manufactured to meet or exceed all APl 13 Arequirements.
This grade also can be used in the applications which high purity but lowwhiteness requirements.
Barite Powder for Oil Drilling: Essential Additive for High-Performance Drilling Fluids
Introduction
Barite powder, composed of barium sulfate (BaSO₄), is a critical weighting agent in oil and gas drilling operations. Its high specific gravity, chemical stability, and non-toxic nature make it an ideal material for increasing the density of drilling fluids, ensuring wellbore stability, and preventing blowouts.
Key Properties
High Specific Gravity (≥4.2 g/cm³): Provides optimal weighting in drilling fluids.
Inert & Chemically Stable: Resistant to acids and alkalis, ensuring consistent performance.
Fine Particle Size: Enhances fluid suspension and prevents sedimentation.
Low Solubility in Water: Prevents contamination and maintains fluid integrity.
Environmentally Safe: Non-toxic and compliant with industry regulations.
Functions in Oil Drilling
Increases Drilling Fluid Density: Helps control formation pressures and prevents well blowouts.
Enhances Wellbore Stability: Reduces risk of collapse in high-pressure drilling environments.
Reduces Fluid Loss: Improves mud rheology, minimizing seepage into porous formations.
Lubricates & Cools Drill Bits: Enhances drilling efficiency and extends equipment lifespan.
Minimizes Differential Sticking: Ensures smooth and uninterrupted drilling operations.
Advantages of Using Barite Powder in Drilling
✔ Ensures Safety & Well Control: Essential for maintaining well integrity under high pressure.
✔ Enhances Drilling Efficiency: Reduces downtime and improves operational performance.
✔ Cost-Effective & Reliable: Widely available and economically viable.
✔ Meets API Standards: High-quality barite powder complies with API 13A specifications for drilling-grade barite.
✔ Eco-Friendly: Non-hazardous and suitable for environmentally sensitive drilling operations.
Conclusion
Barite powder is a crucial component in oil and gas drilling, offering exceptional density control, stability, and efficiency in drilling fluids. Its role in preventing wellbore collapse and controlling formation pressure makes it an indispensable material for the industry. Choosing high-quality barite powder ensures smooth, safe, and cost-effective drilling operations.
Application Areas：
◆Oil drilling ◆Friction materials ◆Rubber ◆Radiation wall
Index | TLZ-DB01 | TLZ-DB02 |
Appearance | Granule | Granule |
Special gravity ≥ | 4.1 g/cm³ | 4.2 g/cm³ |
BaSO₄+ SrSO₄Content | 85% | 90% |
Hg ppm ≤ | 1 ppm | 1 ppm |
Cd ppm ≤ | 3 ppm | 3 ppm |
As ppm ≤ | 40 ppm | 40 ppm |
Pb ppm ≤ | 1000 ppm | 1000 ppm |
Si0₂Content | - | 3% max |
Fe₂O₃Content | - | 3% max |
Carbonates | 5000ppm max | 5000 ppm max |
Water Soluble Alkaline Earth Metals As Calcium ≤ | 250 mg/kg | 250 mg/kg |
Miosture | 2% | 2% |
Granule Size | 0-100 mm | 0-100 mm |
