Defoam-x

Defoam-X

DEFOAM-XE: DEFOAM-X additive is a low-toxicity blend of defoaming agents formulated to control foaming in muds containing freshwater or seawater and in viscous brine systems.

Typical Physical properties

• Physical appearance- White, viscous liquid
• Specific gravity- 0.95
• Flash point- > 400^OF (202.8^OC) (PMCC)
• Freezing point- 20^OF (28.9^OC)
  

Applications

DEFOAM-X is a wide-application product that reduces the foaming tendencies of water-base muds. It is compatible with freshwater muds, seawater muds, brine systems and all common mud additives. DEFOAM-X has proven to be especially effective in KCl and seawater muds. DEFOAM-X is easy to mix, works quickly, is effective in low concentrations and is a more persistent defoamer than alternative products. Normal treatments of DEFOAM-X range from 0.05 to 0.10 lb/bbl (0.14 to 0.29 kg/m3). Severe foaming may require treatments as high as 0.2 lb/bbl (0.57 kg/m3). The use of DEFOAM-X is recommended for foam prevention when making periodic treatments with organic materials such as lignosulfonate, lignite and tannin-based additives. DEFOAM-X should be added in a location which allows the product to be incorporated into the entire circulating mud system. Although DEFOAM-X is viscous, it should not be diluted. Dilution significantly reduces the effectiveness of the product.

Advantages

• Easy to mix, works quickly and is effective at low concentrations in a wider range of systems
• A persistent defoame
• Especially effective in KCI and seawater mud systems
• Aids in the removal of dissolved oxygen
• Controls foaming in fluids viscosified with polymers
• Helps stabilize pump pressure by removing trapped air and gas
• Low-toxicity product and environmentally acceptable at the recommended concentrations
  

Limitations

Not effective in muds that have excessive gel strengths

Toxicity and Handling

• Bioassay information is available upon request
• Handle as an industrial chemical, wearing protective equipment and observing the precautions as described on the Transportation and Material Safety Data Sheet(MSDS)
  

Packaging and Storage: DEFOAM-X is packaged in 5-gal(18.9-1) cans and 55-gal(208.2-1) drums