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Xanthan Gum Polymer is a high molecular weight xanthan gum biopolymer. It used to viscosity water-based drilling and completion fluids. It is primarily a viscosity modifier for freshwater and salt saturated muds.
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Properties |
Value |
Starch, guar or their derivatives |
Absent |
Moisture content |
≤13 % |
Screen analysis |
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Less than 425 µm (11/64 in) |
≥95% |
Less than 75 µm |
≤50% |
Viscosity |
|
300 r/min |
≥55.0 |
6 r/min |
≥18.0 |
3 r/min |
≥16.0 |
Brookfield LV, 1.5 r/min |
≥1950cP |
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- It provides excellent suspension properties restricting the settlement of weighting agents and drilled cuttings.
- It is stable over a wide pH range and is effective in saturated brines as well as fresh and sea water base drilling fluids.
- It is resistant to bacterial fermentation.
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Xanthan Gum is packed in 25kg, multi-wall, paper sacks.
Store in a dry location away from sources of heat or ignition and minimize dust.
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Handle as an industrial chemical, wearing protective equipment and observing the precautions as described in the Material Safety Date Sheet (MSDS).
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