CL Free
  • Clay inhibitor and fixative for polymer based drilling, completion, and workover fluids
  • Highly soluble in water

DESCRIPTION

Cl Free is a solution of multivalent, non-volatile organic amine in water.  Packaging is in 5 gal plastic containers.

APPLICATION

Cl Free is an effective clay inhibitor for water sensitive formations.  Cl Free has a small radius of hydration and is easily substituted on the exchange sites for the sodium ion, thereby effectively blocking the site for water hydration.  Cl Free is designed to be used at pH values of 10.5, or less.

FEATURES

  • Excellent biodegradability (>60% by DOC Method)
  • Chloride free
  • Non-oil wetting
  • Non-foaming
  • Essentially non-toxic (includes oral toxicity, dermal toxicity, and aquatic toxicity)
  • Small ionic radius
  • Strongly cationic
  • Equipment in standard mud kit can test for residual amine concentrations

MIXING INSTRUCTIONS

Normal concentrations range from 0.3 to 3% by volume depending upon the application.