Gypsum

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Gypsum

GYPSUM or Calcium Sulfate (CaSO4•2H2O), is used as a source of Calcium in mud systems.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

  • Used for clear-water drilling, often used in conjunction with Calcium Nitrate (Envirofloc) in
    a 2:1 ratio.
  •  Used for “Gyp-based muds”. “Gyp” muds are used in specific applications to drill thick
    sections of anhydrite or cement.
  •  Used to treat systems which have been over-treated with Soda Ash.

RECOMMENDED TREATMENT

Clear-water Drilling: 1.0-3.0 kg/m³ (typically)
Gyp-based Muds: 3.0-6.0 kg.m³ (typically)

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES:

Appearance: Light grey powder; odourless
Specific Gravity: 2.96
Bulk Density (powder): 1272 kg/m³
Bulk Density (granular): 1096 kg/m³
Solubility: Insoluble

MIXING/HANDLING:

Mix directly through the hopper. Refer to the SDS for specific precautions and handling requirements.

MICROTOX® THRESHOLD:

TBD

PACKAGING:

25 kg bag / 54 bags/pallet

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