Organophilic clay for weighting material suspension

Organophilic clay for weighting material suspension – high-efficiency organoclay for barite & hematite stability

Organophilic clay optimized for weighting material suspension, delivering strong gel strength and barite stability in OBM and SBM drilling fluids under HPHT conditions.

Our organophilic clay for weighting material suspension is engineered to ensure stable suspension of barite, hematite and other high-density weighting agents used in oil-based and synthetic-based drilling muds. Weighting materials tend to settle under static conditions or during extended circulation breaks, especially in HPHT environments.

This organoclay forms a robust thixotropic gel network that stabilizes solids, reduces sag, improves mud homogeneity and supports reliable density control throughout drilling operations. It provides rapid dispersion in diesel, mineral oils, low BTEX base fluids and synthetic oils, ensuring consistent performance in challenging wells.

Drilling fluid engineers understand the operational risks associated with barite sag and uneven density distribution. When they evaluate our organophilic clay and observe its strong suspension capability, rapid yield and stable gel formation under high pressure and temperature, their interest grows quickly.

As field results confirm fewer density fluctuations and improved wellbore stability, the desire to incorporate this viscosifier into their mud programs becomes strong. Supported by consistent quality and global supply, it becomes an essential additive for modern OBM/SBM operations.

🔹 FAQ – Organophilic clay for weighting material suspension

Q1: Why is organophilic clay important for weighting material suspension?
It forms a gel network strong enough to hold barite and hematite in place, even at high densities.

Q2: Does it reduce barite sag in deviated wells?
Yes — significantly reduces sag in directional and horizontal wells.

Q3: How does it perform in HPHT conditions?
Maintains gel structure and prevents settling at temperatures up to ~230°C.

Q4: Which base oils is it compatible with?
Diesel, mineral oils, synthetic oils, low BTEX and alpha olefins.

Q5: Does it affect mud pumpability?
No — its thixotropy ensures easy flow under shear.

🔹 USP-Organophilic clay for weighting material suspension

Superior suspension for barite & hematite

Strong gel strength under static conditions

HPHT stability up to ~230°C

Reduces sag in horizontal/deviated wells

Compatible with OBM & SBM

Fast dispersion and rapid yield