M-I WATE barite is a high-quality, drilling-grade barium sulfate used to increase the density of drilling fluids. This high-specific-gravity mineral is the most widely used weight barite, has application in all drilling fluid systems, and meets all API specifications for barite except density.
| Typical Physical Properties | |
| Physical appearance | Powder in various colors: gray, pink, or tan |
| Specifications | |
| Density | Min. 4.1 g/cm3 |
| Soluble hardness (as calcium) | Max. 250 mg/kg |
| Particles >75 um (wet screen) | Max. 3 wt% |
| Particles <6 um (sedimentation) | Max. 30 wt% |
M-I WATE barite can be used to increase the density of any mud system. Mud weights up to 19.6 lbm/galUS [2.35 sg] can be achieved in most drilling fluids while still maintaining good flow properties. M-I WATE barite is also excellent in formulating special kill fluids and barite plugs that often reach 21.5 lbm/galUS [2.58 sg] for well control procedures.
Bioassay information is available upon request. Handle as an industrial chemical, wearing protective equipment and observing the precautions described in the safety data sheet.
M-I WATE barite is packaged in 100-lbm [45.4-kg] multiwall paper sacks; 40-kg sacks; and big bags available in bulk. Store in a dry, well-ventilated area. Keep container closed. Store away from incompatibles. Follow safe warehousing practices regarding palletizing, banding, shrink-wrapping, and stacking.
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