ECOTEX
is a sulfonated asphalt with
soluble fraction in oil and
water that permit the utilization
of this product in water soluble
or oil based muds.
ADVANTAGES
•
Can work in any type mud system
and is very effective at stabilizing
formation and for
fluid loss control.
• The high solubility
content permits this product
to obtain higher penetration
in the formation
therefore resulting in better
stabilization.
APPLICATION
ECOTEX
is a complete additive for reducing
HT/HP filtration loss and forms
a thin flexible filter cake,
reducing torque and drag. ECOTEX
seals small fractures in stressed
shale formations and minimizes
spurt loss or seepage into a
permeable zone.
TREATMENT
Recommended
treatment for ECOTEX
is 2-6 lb./bbl.
PROPERTIES
Appearance..................Dark
powder Solubility.......................Water/oil pH
@ 1%......................... 9.5
to 11.0 Thermal
Stability..........
To 400ºF
HANDLING
ECOTEX
utilize normal precaution when
handling chemical products.
Use of gloves, goggles, and
apron is recommended for employee
comfort and protection. See
Material Safety Data Sheet for
this product.