DESCRIPTION
Wyo-Ben Hydrogel Plus is a High Performance Bentonite with a unique formula making it a very effective viscosifier. This premium grade beneficiated Wyoming Bentonite is specifically designed for use with mud recycling systems on large HDD Bores. Hydrogel Plus is an efficient viscosifier, performs well in a variety of water qualities, successfully reduces application rates, mixes quickly and produces a durable long lasting drilling fluid.
Wyo-Ben Hydrogel Plus is an efficient viscosifier, performs well in a variety of water qualities, successfully reduces application rates, mixes quickly and produces a durable long lasting drilling fluid.
CHARACTERISTICS
High Yielding Bentonite Viscosifier
- 185 to 200 barrel yield
- Mixes rapidly for fast hydration
- Carries cuttings in mud with lower solids content
- Enhances fluid loss characteristics; reduces seeping into permeable formations
- Assists in bore hole stabilization
- Helps eliminate loss circulation conditions
- Improves mud recycling capabilities
APPLICATION
Always adjust make-up water in tank to a pH of 8 to 9 before adding bentonite and/or polymer. Public water supplies often have a pH of only 6.5 to 7. Start by adding 1 lb. of soda ash to 1000 gallons, add more as required to maintain a pH of 8 to 9. Add HYDROGEL® PLUS BENTONITE to reach the desired initial funnel viscosity, then add UNI-DRILL® liquid polymer for final desired funnel viscosity. In most cases begin at a 40 to 45 second initial viscosity, then add UNI-DRILL® to bring the viscosity up to 45 to 50 seconds. Below are more specific mixing instructions for various drilling conditions using a 1000-gallon mixing tank.
| CLAY – Soft or Hard (You want lower viscosity and lower fluid loss.) | |
|---|---|
| Soda Ash | Add about 1 lb to get pH level of 8 – 9 |
| HYDROGEL® PLUS | Add 2 +/- bag for funnel viscosity of 30-35 seconds |
| UNI-DRILL® | Add 9 – 10 quarts to bring final viscosity to 40-45 seconds |
| SAND – Wet or Dry (You want higher funnel viscosity and moderate fluid loss.) | |
| Soda Ash | Add about 1 lb to get pH level of 8 – 9 |
| HYDROGEL® PLUS | Add 3 – 4 +/- bags for funnel viscosity of 45-55 seconds |
| UNI-DRILL® | Add 5 – 7 quarts to bring funnel viscosity to 55-65 seconds |
| UNKNOWN or MEDIUM Soils (You want moderate viscosity and moderate fluid loss.) | |
| Soda Ash | Add about 1 lb to get pH level of 8 – 9 |
| HYDROGEL® PLUS | Add 3 bags for funnel viscosity of 35-40 seconds |
| UNI-DRILL® | Add 13 quarts to bring funnel viscosity to 45-55 |
About Wyo-Ben
Wyo-Ben, is a privately held, family-owned business. They have been in business since 1951, and are a leading producer of Wyoming Bentonite Clay based products. Their materials are used globally in applications such as oil, gas, water well drilling, environmental construction and remediation, hazardous waste treatment, cat litter, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, as well as many other industrial and consumer related products. Headquartered in Billings, Montana, Wyo-Ben mines from its reserves in the Big Horn Basin region of Wyoming and processes a multitude of products from its three plant facilities which serve a global marketplace.
CORE VALUES
- Making responsible and ethical choices,
- Providing their customers with the best quality and service,
- Protecting our environment,
- Fostering individual creativity and innovation,
- Promoting a culture of safety and well-being,
- Treating one another with respect,
- and contributing to the quality of life wherever they operate.
VISION
To be the best by providing the highest value to their customers through innovative solutions.
DISCLAIMER: If ordering less than a pallet, call for availability 918-895-6759. (Standard Pallet size is 48 count per pallet, with some exceptions.)
