- Reduce rig time required compared to multiple stage cementing
- Reduce the possibility of formation break-down
- Reduce the possibility of lost circulation
- Increase efficiency of mud removal by allowing pipe rotation or reciprocation
Specifications
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Brand
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3M™
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Capabilities
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Chemical Resistance, Lightweighting, Temperature Resistance
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Colour (unaided eye)
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White, powdery
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Composition
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Soda-lime-borosilicate Glass
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Density (g/cc)
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0.32
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Industries
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Cementing and Drilling Fluids, Mining
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Net Weight (Metric)
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272 kg
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Particle Size (D50 Micron)
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40
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Particle Size Range (D50 Micron)
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40 - 49, 40 - 49
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Strength (MPa)
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13.7
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Details
3M™ Glass Bubbles HGS2000 have a density of 0.32 g/cc and an isostatic crush strength of 2,000 psi. The HGS series glass bubbles are designed for low-density drilling fluids and cements used in the oil and gas industry.
- Reduce rig time required compared to multiple stage cementing
- Reduce the possibility of formation break-down
- Reduce the possibility of lost circulation
- Increase efficiency of mud removal by allowing pipe rotation or reciprocation
- Increase yield per sack of cement
- Eliminate need for remedial squeeze
Resources
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