STAR-PLUG 3/8"
STAR-PLUG 3/8" is pure, naturally occurring sodium bentonite, which is mined and processed in Wyoming. STAR-PLUG 3/8" has the unique ability to absorb 7-10 times its weight in water making it an economical method for many sealing and plugging applications.
Application
STAR-PLUG 3/8" has many uses including the sealing of casing and lost circulation control in mud used in rotary or coring operations
Advantages
- Prevents entry of surface water into wells
- Forms a flexible, permanent seal downhole
- Allows re-entry, if required
- Easy to apply and more cost effective than coated pellets
Typical Usages
| Typical Amounts of STAR-PLUG 3/8" Added to freshwater |
|---|
| STAR-PLUG 3/8" can be added dry to the borehole or can be blended with water or light polymer slurry and applied. |
Typical Properties
| Physical Appearance | Beige to grey granules |
|---|---|
| Specific Gravity | 2.5 - 2.6 |
| Moisture | 12% |
| Bulk Density | 68 lb/ft³ (1,025 kg/m³) |
Packaging
STAR-PLUG 3/8" is packaged in 50-lb (22.7kg) multi-wall bags at 60 per pallet *NOTE: Store in a dry location