What is partially hydrolyzed polyacrylamide (PHPA)?

Partially hydrolyzed polyacrylamide (PHPA) is a widely used polymer in the oil and gas industry due to its lesser cost and good water solubility. PHPA is used as a functional additive in water-based drilling fluids. The PHPA mud system stabilizes shale formations and influences cuttings and wellbore stability.

What is PHPA (powder form)?

PHPA (powder form) is a readily dispersible additive designed to provide cuttings encapsulation and shale stabilization in freshwater to saltwater drilling fluids ranging from low solids to weighted muds.

What is polyacrylamide used for?

Polyacrylamide is a water absorbent material, therefore used in manufacturing paper and contact lenses. Polyacrylamide, also known as PAM, is an extremely water-soluble high polymer. It finds use in Paper Making, Chemical, Petroleum, Textile, Metallurgical and environment protection fields.

What is PHPA mud?

PHPA is used as a functional additive in water-based drilling fluids. The PHPA mud system stabilizes shale formations and influences cuttings and wellbore stability. We have several grades to offer to meet our client’s need with variants.

What is PHPA used for?

PHPA acts as a viscosifier, friction reducer, and flocculants, while also providing some fluid-loss control. PHPA also delivers cuttings encapsulation and improves wellbore stability, making it ideal for slim hole and continuous-coring applications. Add PHPA in concentration of 0.7 to 4.3 kg/m³ (0.2 to1.5 lb/bbl) to any active system.

How do you mix PHPA?

Add PHPA in concentration of 0.7 to 4.3 kg/m³ (0.2 to1.5 lb/bbl) to any active system. Mix slowly through a jet mixer or sift slowly into the vortex of a high-speed stirrer. Transportation of commodity name is not restricted by international regulatory agencies. Utilize normal precautions for employee protection when handling chemical products.