SX-Plus™
Sized particles for durable sealing
to reduce fluid loss
Solid Solutions for Fluid Loss at High Temperatures
SX-Plus™ technology provides a thermally stable fluid-loss additive for high-temperature wells. Based on extensive lab tests and field applications, it is known that a specific particle size will seal the face of porous sands and other formations helping to reduce the differential pressure transfer. SX-Plus™ graphitic particles with a PSD ranging from 40 mesh to >200 mesh (425 to >75 microns) are classified in that specific size range to effectively reduce fluid loss.
SX-Plus™ products have very high melting points unlike resins or gilsonite-based products. This carbon-based material has been treated at temperatures of over 600°F (315°C) providing excellent thermal stability downhole.
Uses
- Enhances fluid loss reduction
- Enhances shale inhibition
- Excellent sealing characteristics
- Controls seepage loss in weighted systems
- Wall cake conditioner
- Minimizes differential pressure sticking
- Decreases friction and wear
Advantages
- Compatible with other drilling fluid additives
- Minimizes damage to production zones
- Broad range particle size distribution
- Non-polluting, non-sheening
- Does not alter mud rheological properties
- Does not foam
- Greatly improves lubricity of fluid
- Mixes easily on location
- Exceeds LC50 Requirements
Physical Properties
- Specific gravity: 1.5
- Color: Black/Gray
- Appearance: Free flowing graphitic particles
- Flash point: >350°F (>177°C)
- Melting point: >500°F (>260°C)
- Solubility: Negligible in water or oil
Recommended Treatments
- Preventive maintenance or moderate loss: 4 to 5 ppb (11.41 kg/m3 to 14.27 kg/m3)
- Excessive or abnormal loss: 6 to 8 ppb (17.12 kg/m3 to 22.82 kg/m3)
- Adjust treatment to conditions or pilot test
Packaging
- SX-Plus™ is available in 50-pound bags (22.6 kg).
To order SX-Plus™ or for more information, call 713-690-3939 or e-mail us.