Xanthan Gum Slurry:
Use:
Xanthan Gum Slurry is suspension of high quality Xanthan Gum in a Mineral Oil and is used as a viscosifier in hydraulic fracturing, coiled tubing and drilling operations and is the preferred viscosifier due to its rapid hydration and the fact that by using slurry potentially damaging fish-eyes are not formed.
Physical & Chemical Properties:
Parameters | Specifications |
Appearance | Light Cream, Liquid |
Viscosity @ 5 mins* | 100 |
Odor | Mineral Oil |
*12 ga Xanthan Slurry per 40 bbl fresh water tested with a Marsh Funnel
Compatibility:
Compatible with known fracturing, coiled tubing and drilling fluids. A compatibility test is always recommended.
Typical Dosage:
Depending on application, from 1 gpt to 20 gpt.