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Product Bulletin

GELEXT GELEX bentonite extender is a flocculating polymer capable of doubling


the yield of bentonite used to formulate low-solids, non-dispersed sys-
tems. GELEX has the ability to provide increased viscosity without an
excessive amount of clay solids. It is used most often in low-hardness,
freshwater fluids.

Physical appearance . . . . . . . . . . . . White, free-flowing powder


TYPICAL PHYSICAL Specific gravity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.3
PROPERTIES pH (1% solution) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.5

GELEX, with its twofold yield, can The recommended initial treatment
APPLICATIONS maintain a given viscosity with one- is 0.05 lb/bbl (0.143 kg/m3) of GELEX.
half the normal clay solids. This Subsequent treatments are based on
makes GELEX an excellent additive for bentonite additions, with one 2-lb
low-solids drilling fluids. GELEX also bag of GELEX for each five to eight
tends to cause reactive drill solids, 100-lb (45.4-kg) sacks of bentonite
especially fine silty ones, to form added. GELEX is most effective in low-
agglomerates and settle out. This fur- salinity (<3,000 mg/l chlorides) and
ther enhances its use as an additive in low-hardness fluids. Soda ash should
either weighted or unweighted, non- be used to control hardness levels
dispersed drilling fluid systems. It can below 300 mg/l.
be used as a selective flocculant.
• Extends the yield of bentonite; the • Deflocculants are needed only
ADVANTAGES addition of 0.05 lb/bbl (0.143 kg/m3) as necessary to control excessive
of GELEX approximately doubles the gel strengths.
yield of bentonite. • Less filter-cake buildup due to
• Penetration rates and bit bearing lower total solids.
life are improved by lower solids
and improved solids removal.
• Mixing time is reduced due to the
less bentonite being required to
obtain a given viscosity.

• Less effective in salty waters • Temperature limitation of


LIMITATIONS (>300 mg/l chlorides). 250°F (121°C).
• Less effective in high-hardness
waters (>300 mg/l).
• Incompatible with deflocculants
or thinners; if these materials
must be used, use them cautiously
and sparingly.

Bioassay information is available observing the precautions as


TOXICITY upon request. described on the Material Safety
AND HANDLING Handle as an industrial chemical, Data Sheet (MSDS).
wearing protective equipment and

GELEX is packaged 2-lb (0.91-kg) Store in a dry location and


PACKAGING plastic bags which come 25 per minimize dust.
AND STORAGE 50-lb (22.7-kg) corrugated
cardboard box.

This information is supplied solely for informational purposes and M-I L.L.C. makes no guar-
antees or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the accuracy and use of
this data. All product warranties and guarantees shall be governed by the Standard Terms
of Sale.
P.O. Box 721110
Houston, Texas 77272-1110
Tel: 281·561·1300
Fax: 281·561·7240
©1998 M-I L.L.C. All rights reserved.
® GELEX is a registered trademark of M-I L.L.C. http://www.midf.com
MI-10702 3M 5/98 Litho in U.S.A. E-mail: [email protected]

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