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DenGly MC
Cloud Point Glycol
DenGly MC is a medium-cloud-point multifunctional additive designed for water-based drilling fluids to enhance wellbore stability, particularly when drilling through problematic shale formations. This additive stabilizes troublesome shales by forming ‘clouds’ that effectively plug shale pores, thus preventing hydration and swelling. Performance of DenGly MC is elevated in the presence of an inhibitive salt, such as KCl.
Applications
DenGly MC has application in medium to high salinity systems and wells with a moderate form of temperature. This additive can be used in challenging drilling environments such as high-angle, extended-reach, deep and subsalt wells. It offers a range of benefits, including improved lubricity, high-temperature filtration control, reduced dilution rates, and mitigation of bit balling.
Typical Properties
Appearance @ 25 °C
Colorless liquid
Specific gravity
1.01-1.03
pH
7.5-8.5
Solubility
Variable, according to cloud point curve
Cloud point (5% in 15% Brine), °C
65-75
Recommended Treatment
It is recommended to use DenGly MC in water-based muds with concentrations of 3 to 5% vol/vol. Periodic treatments of active drilling fluid while drilling should be made to maintain the desired concentrations. It is better to use this product along with an inhibitive salt, such as KCl to maximize shale stability efficiency.
Product attributes and advantages
- Improved wellbore stability and shale inhibition
- Reduces friction and wear on drilling equipment
- Improved high-temperature filtration control
- Reduced dilution rates and mud consumption
- Reduced bit balling potential
- Compatible with different types of water-based
drilling fluids
- Biodegradable and non-toxic
Packaging
- DenGly MC is packaged in 55-Gal (208-L) drums.