Overview
This series of Thinners & Dispersants is designed to optimize drilling fluid rheology and solids dispersion by reducing viscosity and preventing particle flocculation and agglomeration. It enhances overall system stability and circulation efficiency. The products are suitable for a wide range of water-based drilling fluids and perform reliably under high-temperature, high-salinity, and complex formation conditions.
Technical Specifications
| Product Code | Function/Application | OBM/WBM | Temperature （°C） | Features | Availibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GN DRIL A-THIN | Deep well drilling | WBM | 260 | Contaminate resistant, broad pH range | Liquid / 55gal |
| GN DRIL N-THIN | Oil based mud | OBM | 200 | No dilution or changing the oil/water ratio | Liquid / 55gal |
| GN DRIL-THIN 03W | High salinity/lyardness/gypsum, any pH | WBM | 200 | Environmental-friendly, Cost-effectivly | Powder / 25 kg Sack |
| GN DRIL-THIN HT | High temperatures, complex salts, and calcium contamination | WBM | 230 | Phosphorus-free, Environmental-friendly | Liquid / 55gal |
Key Functions
- Reduce plastic viscosity (PV) and yield point (YP)
- Disperse drill cuttings and clay particles to prevent flocculation and settling
- Improve fluidity and enhance hole cleaning efficiency
- Increase system stability and contamination resistance
- Support filtration control and improve filter cake quality
Features
- Dual functionality: thinning and dispersing performance
- Excellent thermal and salt resistance for harsh environments
- High efficiency at low dosage
- Good compatibility with conventional drilling fluid additives
- Available in various chemistries (e.g., lignosulfonates, sulfonated polymers, synthetic polymers)
- Environmentally friendly options available
Applications
- High solids or high-density drilling fluid systems
- Challenging formations such as shale and salt-gypsum
- Deep, ultra-deep, and HPHT wells
- Conditioning of aged or over-viscosified mud systems
- Solids control and circulation system optimization