USK – 20 PH is a Technical Grade Low Viscosity Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose (CMC LV) meeting the drilling industry standards API Spec 13A Section 9 and OCMA DFCP-2.

TYPICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance                 Free Flowing White to Creamish Powder
Moisture %                  max. 10
pH (1%)                       7 – 11,5

USK – 20 PH functions as a fluid loss control agent without substantially increasing the viscosity.
It also helps reducing erosion behavior of the mud by forming a thin filter cake.

USK – 20 PH is an economic and effective API fluid loss reducer applicable in Fresh water, Sea water and Salt Saturated water fluid systems. Its unique characteristic is its High Degree of Substitution which ensures its efficiency. It is compatible with other drilling fluid additives.

Viscometer Dial                       
Reading at 600 rpm                  max. 90

Filter Loss* (ml)                      max. 10

* As referenced in API Spec 13A Section 9

The recommended initial treatment for USK – 20 PH is from 1 to 3 lb/bbl (2.85 to 8.5 kg/m³) depending on the salt level, other solid content and water quality.

Elevated temperatures will reduce the viscosity of the fluid containing USK – 20 PH. To avoid the thermal thinning, using an oxygen scavenger or a thermal stabilizer is recommended in excess of 120°C (250°F) in order to protect the polymer.

USK – 20 PH should be added to the solution by using high speed conventional mixers at a uniform rate and slowly in order to avoid lumping or fish eye formation and delayed dispersion.

USK – 20 PH is non toxic for environment and not a dangerous material for transport regulations.
The product is packed in 25kg moisture proof kraft paper bags and should be stored cool indoors.