Rheology
Review viscosity, yield behaviour and gel strengths against the drilling programme.
Applications / Drilling
Bentonite for oil & water well drilling
Develop the fluid around the formation.
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The role of bentonite
Develop the fluid around the formation.
Hydrated bentonite contributes viscosity and suspension properties to water-based drilling fluids. Its filtration behaviour also matters when developing a fluid system for the formation and drilling programme.
Where it fits
Application areas
- Water-well drilling fluid development
- Oil-well water-based fluid applications
- Laboratory trials using project make-up water
Application-led development
What we consider
Filtration
Evaluate filtrate and filter-cake behaviour under the selected test method.
Water compatibility
Check hardness, salinity and pH of make-up water; these can alter hydration and performance.
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Help us understand
your requirement.
Share the details below so we can discuss suitable development targets, sample needs and a trial plan.
Prepare a Drilling enquiry →- Oil-well or water-well application
- Make-up water quality and formation details
- Required test methods and acceptance criteria
- Mixing equipment, additives and anticipated consumption
Product grades are under development. Specifications and suitability must be confirmed through laboratory validation and customer trials. No certification or project compliance is implied.
Illustrative application photograph; not a Puremont facility or project. Image source: Ensign Energy Services.