TURBO-GEL
TURBO-GEL is special blend of bentonite and high quality additives providing a very versatile fluid system. TURBO-GEL provides pH, suspension, well bore stability, exceptional hole cleaning, filtration control and helps reduce torque and drag. TURBO-GEL is very versatile and can be used where gel chemical systems are normally required. TURBO-GEL is non-toxic and environmentally safe.
Application
TURBO-GEL is used to increase viscosity, improve well bore stability, control filtration and help reduce torque and drag in both vertical and horizontal wells. TURBO-GEL is a cost-effective solution for shallower wells and eliminates the need for engineering gel chemical systems. Typical concentrations for TURBO-GEL range from 15 to 30 lb/100 gal (18 to 35 kg/m³).
Advantages
- One-sack product for ease of mixing
- Reduces the number of products required on location
- Rapidly develops a strong yield point, high and at gel strengths and fluid loss control
- Provides lubricity and well bore stability for ease of drilling and stability of water sensitive clay shales
- Non-toxic and environmentally safe
Typical Usages
| Typical Amounts of TURBO-GEL Added to freshwater | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Drilling Application | kg/m³ | lb/100 gal | lb/bbl |
| Normal drilling | 20 - 25 | 17 - 21 | 7 - 9 |
| Clay/Shale | 10 - 15 | 8 - 12.5 | 3.5 - 5.25 |
| Unconsolidated Geology | 25 - 30 | 21 - 25 | 9 - 10.5 |
| Annular Lubrication | 36 - 40 | 30 - 33 | 13 - 14 |
Typical Properties
| Physical Appearance | Light tannish gray powder |
|---|---|
| Specific Gravity | 2.3 - 2.6 |
| Bulk Density | 48-52 lb/ft³ (769 - 833 kg/m³) |
Packaging
TURBO-GEL is packaged in 50-lb (22.7-kg) multi-walled sacks; 48 per pallet.