Shale Inhibitor

NC-PLAST

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

NC-PLAST fine-grind blended hydrocarbon powder is dispersible in water or oil. NC-PLAST stabilizer is used as a shale stabilizer, cuttings dispersion inhibitor, torque reducer, and high temperature fluid-loss additive for water-based fluids.

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance Grey Powder
Specific Gravity 0.38g/cm3
Solubility Insoluble in water and oil

APPLICATION

  • Stabilize shale.
  • Reduce high temperature fluid loss.
  • Helps inhibit cuttings dispersion.
  • Helps form a thin, tough wall cake and provide lubricity.
  • Can be used in most mud formulations.
  • Readily disperses in water and oil fluids.

RECOMMENDED TREATMENT

Add 2 - 6 lb/bbl (5.7 - 17 kg/m³) of NC-Plast.

PACKAGING

NC-PLAST is available in 25 kg sacks, palletized as 40 sacks per pallet.

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