Turbo-Phalt®

Environmentally Safe Shale Stabilizer & High Temp Fluid Loss Reducer

Product Summary

Turbo-Phalt® is low softening point gilsonite/resin blend that will readily tame unstable, reactive shale. Turbo-Phalt® will also help seal micro-fractures while reducing seepage loss and differential sticking tendencies in low-pressure sands.

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Physical Properties

Appearance: Black Powder
Specific Gravity (g/mL.): 1.68
Odor: Slight
pH in 1% Solution: 5-7

Recommended Treatment

System Treatment: 2-6 ppb
Sweeps: 10-30 ppb along with Premium Seal (Fine and/or Regular @ 10-30 ppb)
Pill: Turbo-Phalt® can be run with Premium Seal to maximize effectiveness in zones where there are whole mud losses.

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Wellbore Stability Benefits

Reduces problems associated with bit balling.
Aids in reducing differential sticking tendencies in pressured sands.
Effective at both low and high wellbore temperatures.
Easily mixed through the hopper.
Compatible mixing in all drilling fluids.
Highly effective HTHP water loss reduction, which results in a thin, tough, lubricious wall cake.
Contrary to asphalt-based materials, Turbo-Phalt® is malleable at low temperatures and able to extrude into micro-fractures.

Handling and Storage

Proper PPE should be worn while handling this product. Minimize dust exposure. Please review the Safety Data Sheet before using.

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Packaging

Turbo-Phalt® is available in 50 lb. sacks, 50 sacks/pallet.