KCl
KCl — Potassium Chloride
Inorganic salt used for shale inhibition in KCl muds and as a component of completion / workover brines.
Application
KCl / polymer drilling fluids, completion and workover brines, and density adjustment of selected water-based systems. Purity and granulometry should follow the operational specification.
Technical characteristics (quality certificate)
Typical values as stated on a mill quality certificate (passport) for a standard commercial grade. Actual lot values are confirmed in the COA / TDS for the selected manufacturer.
KCl content
≥ 98%
Industrial / API brine practice
Achievable brine density
Up to ~ 1.18 sg (saturated KCl)
API RP 13D
Reference profile for orientation. For each supply we confirm grade, origin and certificate data against your specification, well conditions and delivery requirements.
Typical functions
- Shale inhibition (K+ ion)
- Brine formulation
- Density contribution
- Clay hydration control
Product information
- Chemical name
- Potassium Chloride
- Formula / class
- KCl
- Appearance
- White crystalline solid. Industrial and technical grades differ in K2O content, moisture and insolubles.
- Packaging
- 25 kg bags, 50 kg bags or jumbo bags, depending on origin and volume.
Agricultural muriate of potash is not automatically equivalent to oilfield KCl. Specify required purity, particle size and intended use (mud vs brine).
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