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Volclay API Gel NT is a 200 mesh, sodium bentonite for freshwater drilling.
Complies with American Petroleum Institute drilling fluid specification 13A, section 5, for nontreated bentonite.
May be used for all types of freshwater drilling where higher solids and a non-chemically treated bentonite is required.
*Advantages:
- Mixes quickly and easily
- Stabilizes the borehole
- Removes cuttings
- Cools and lubricates the bit
- Reduces fluid loss into the formation |
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Bulk Density: Typically 54 lbs./ft3
Moisture: Max. 12% as shipped.
pH: 8.5 to 10.5 @ 5% solids.
Dry Particle Size: Min. 65% passing 200 mesh (74 microns).
Wet Particle Size: Min. 94% passing 200 mesh (74 microns). |
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