Barite 4.2 is a high-quality drilling-grade oilfield mineral powder mainly consisting Barium Sulphate (BaSO‹). It is used to increase the density of drilling fluids. This high specific-gravity mineral is the most widely used weighting material that has application in all drilling fluid systems. SAC Barite 4.2 meets API Specifications 13A Sec 7 for Barite 4.2 g/ml. Bai‘ite 4.2g/ml powder appearance varies from off-white, pale cream, yellowish, grey to brown.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL AND CHEMICALS PROPERTIES
| Density | 4.20 g/ml (min) |
| Water Soluble alkaline earth metals as Calcium | 250 mg/kg (max) |
| Residue greater than 75 microns | 3% maximum mass fraction |
| Particles less than 6 micrones | 30% maximum mass fraction |
APPLICATIONS
Used as a weighting material in drilling mud to prevent the explosive release of gas and oil during drilling
TOXICITY AND HANDLING
| Hazar Classification | Nuisance |
| Safety Hazard | Non-combustible/Toxic fumes. Stable under normal conditions |
| Environment Hazard | Slightly toxic to fish and aquatic vertebrates |
| Waste Disposal Pi‘ocedures | Dispose at the controlled landfill site |
Packaging
Material packed in 1.5 metric ton bag