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GLO ASP 2000 Potassium Salt of Sulphonated Asphalt.
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Description
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It is a modified potassium sulphonated asphaltic compound. In potassium environments, it is highly effective because it contributes water soluble potassium in to the mud system.
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Application
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Shale control, fluid loss control and improving lubricity of all water systems at high temperature:
COMMON NAME - POTASSIUM SALT OF SULPHONATED ASPHALT
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Advantages
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- It stabilizes shale formation.
- Reduces torque and drag.
- Inhibits dispersion of drilled solids.
- Controls high temperature water loss.
- Produces thin and strong wall cake.
- Forms high emulsion where oil is used.
- Controls shear strength; and
- Acts as corrosion inhibitor at high temperature.
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Physical Properties
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Appearance
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Blackish brown grey powder
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Bulk Density
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850 Kg / m3
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Moisture Content (% by weight)
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< 10
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Solubility in water (%)
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80-90
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Solubility in DMS (%)
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> 20
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PH of 2% (w/v in dw)
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> 8.0
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Thermal Stability
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8.0
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Softening Point
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260
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