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 does partially hydrolyzed polyacrylamide mean?

What Does Partially Hydrolyzed Polyacrylamide Mean? 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.

Is PHPA a water soluble polymer?

PHPA is a co-polymer of anionic character and high molecular weight. It is a water-soluble polymer, which is primarily used as a highly efficient fluid loss reducer, Viscosifier and protective colloid for shale’s and cutting in fresh water, calcium, sodium brines and KCL mud systems.

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.

How does PHPA work?

PHPA influences cuttings and wellbore stability and enhances solids removal by flocculation. It also works when used in higher concentrations in salt muds such as KCl- or NaCl. For shale-control, PHPA can supposedly seal microfractures, coat shale surfaces with a film that retards dispersion and disintegration.

What is PHPA powder used for?

PHPA is a white granular powder, anionic in nature having a specific gravity of 1.25 to 1.40 and a bulk density of 40 to 46 lb/ft 3. PHPA influences cuttings and wellbore stability and enhances solids removal by flocculation. It also works when used in higher concentrations in salt muds such as KCl- or NaCl.