What is polydrill®?

Polydrill® is a fluid loss additive and the flagship of our broad range of products for drilling muds. The product is characterized by a unique combination of properties. As a fluid loss polymer, it is temperature stable to more than 200 °C / 400 °F. This qualifies Polydrill® for use in the deepest wells currently being drilled.

What coagulants are used in drilling fluids?

Drilling fluids used in the oil industry produce a lot of effluents that require proper treatment before their disposal. Efficient coagulants/flocculants can reduce the bulk of disposed of pollutants into the hydrosphere. Polyacrylamide-based artificial polymers are efficient flocculants for industrial effluents.

Why is drilling fluid important?

The drilling fluids are essential for the drilling operations. Drilling fluid is introduced in the down hole tubes for the drilling of petroleum. This fluid then returns to the surface via the annular casing of the system.

What are the different types of drilling fluids?

Common types of drilling fluids used for the drilling process are based on (1) water, (2) oil, (3) artificial chemicals, and (4) pneumatic or air-based drilling fluids. Among the above, drilling fluid based on water substrate is quite common in drilling operations in petroleum fields.

What are BASF drilling fluid additives?

BASF drilling fluid additives are high-performance, temperature-stable and contamination-tolerant products for a variety of drilling fluid systems. The descriptions, designs, data and information contained herein are presented in good faith, and are based on BASF’s current knowledge and experience.

Is polydrill a good extending agent?

It is excellent as an in-field extending agent with superior solubility and generates quick viscosity with minimal bentonite addition. Polydrill® is a fluid loss additive and the flagship of our broad range of products for drilling muds. The product is characterized by a unique combination of properties.