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STAR HIB® SF

1 of 2 products in this brand
STAR HIB® SF is a high-performance shale inhibitor is a proprietary non-ionic amine 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® SF does not require KCl or other salts for inhibition. It does not contribute to salinity or electrical conductivity of the drilling fluid or filtrate.

Functions: Shale Inhibitor

End Uses: Drilling Fluids

Chemical Family: Amines, Non-Ionics

Features: Environmentally Friendly, Low Contamination, Water Soluble

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family

Amines,

Non-Ionics

Fluids & Lubricants Functions

Shale Inhibitor

Technologies

Fluids & Lubricants

Product Families

Fluids & Lubricants — Additives

Lubricant Protective Additives

Features & Benefits

Fluids & Lubricants Features

Environmentally Friendly,

Low Contamination,

Water Soluble

Advantages
  • Used when drilling in environmentally sensitive areas where KCl cannot be used or when low salinity needs are required.
  • Compatible with all common WBM additives and reservoir compliant.
  • Resistant to contaminants.
  • Temperature stability up to 149°C (300°F).

Applications & Uses

Markets

Industrial

Applications

Industrial — Oil, Gas & Mining

Exploration & Upstream

Fluids & Lubricants Type

Industrial Oils & Fluids

Fluids & Lubricants End Use

Drilling Fluids

Applications
  • Designed for use in environmentallysensitive areas.
  • Equally effective in fresh water, sea water, or brine-based drilling fluid systems.
Treatment Recommendations
  • Effective at concentrations as low as 2 - 4 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.

Properties

Color

Amber

Physical Form

Liquid

Appearance
Clear Amber Liquid
Soluble in
Water
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Freezing Point2.0°F—
Density8.76lb/al—

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

REACH (Europe)

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.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Drums

Packaging

STAR HIB® SF is available in 55 gal/210 liter drums.

Storage & Handling

Storage & Handling
  • Use appropriate PPE and review the SDS before use.
  • Store drums upright.