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BariteWorld Graphite Fine

BariteWorld Graphite Fine is a lubricant with fine particle size that is used for drilling in water, oil, or synthetic mud systems. It reduces the likelihood of differential pressure sticking. It can be used to regulate partial filtration in areas with high circulation losses. It is completely inert and has no effect on the mud's rheological properties.

Chemical Name: Graphite

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Name
Base Chemicals Functions
CAS No.
7782-42-5
EC No.
231-955-3
Functions
  • It can be used in combination with other materials to control lost circulation if severe.
  • The product increases lubrication, reduces torque and friction in all mud systems.

Features & Benefits

Advantages
  • It can be used in any type of fluid, be it water-based, oil-based or synthetic.
  • Inert material, without adverse effects on the rheology of the mud
  • Does not require other additives, it presents ease of mixing and dispersion in the system.
  • It maintains stability even at high temperatures.

Applications & Uses

Limitations
  • It requires monitoring of vibrating screens.
  • Insoluble in acid and water.
  • It is not suitable for sections of open wells where acid solubility is required.
Application Details

GRAPHITE FINE is used as a powerful lubricating agent. The recommended treatment is 15 to 20 lb / bbl, for more severe cases it is 20 to 50 lb / bbl.
GRAPHITE FINE should be handled like any other industrial chemical product, with personal protection equipment and observing the precautions indicated on the Safety Data Sheet.

Properties

Physical Form
Insoluble in
Water
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Specific Gravity1.65 - 1.75 g/ml

Technical Details & Test Data

Particle Distribution
D10 D50 D90
3.894 μm 23.80 μm 57.44 μm
Channel
diameter
(Lower)
μm
Cum. <
Volume %
Channel
diameter
(Lower) μm
Cum. <
Volume %
Channel
diameter
(Lower)
μm
Cum. <
Volume %
0.375 0 6761 17.2 121.8 99.9
0.412 0.083 7422 18.8 133.7 99.97
0.452 0.23 8148 20.7 146.8 99998
0.496 0.44 8944 22.6 161.2 100
0.545 0.73 9819 24.8 176.9 100
0.598 1.07 10.78 27.1 194.2 100
0.657 1.46 11.83 29.6 213.2 100
0.721 1.88 12.99 32.2 234.1 100
0.791 2.31 14.26 35 256.9 100
0.869 2.75 15.65 37.8 282.1 100
0.954 3.17 17.18 40.5 309.6 100
1047 3.58 18.86 43.2 339.9 100
1149 3.97 20.71 45.8 373.1 100
1261 4.33 22.73 48.6 409.6 100
1385 4.67 24.95 51.6 449.7 100
1520 5 27.39 55 493.6 100
1669 5.31 30.07 58.8 541.9 100
1832 5.64 33.01 63.2 594.9 100
2011 5.98 36.24 67.8 653 100
2208 6.35 39.78 72.6 716.9 100
2423 6.76 43.67 77.4 786.9 100
2660 7.23 47.94 82.1 863.9 100
2920 7.78 52.63 86.4 948.3 100
3206 8.4 57.77 90.2 1041 100
3519 9.11 63.42 93.4 1143 100
3863 9.93 69.62 95.7 1255 100
4241 10.8 76.43 97.2 1377 100
4656 11.9 83.9 98.2 1512 100
5111 13 92.1 98.8 1660 100
5611 14.3 101.1 99.3 1822 100
6159 15.7 111 99.6 2000 100


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Particle Distribution Chart

BariteWorld Graphite Fine - Particle Distribution Chart

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging

The product is presented in 25 kg multi-layer paper bags.

Storage & Handling

Storage

It is recommended to store in cool and dry places, away from any source of ignition.