Commercial Chemicals

Lime

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

LIME Calcium Hydroxide (Ca [OH] 2). It is used as a source of calcium and alkalinity in both water- and oil- based drilling fluids.

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance Solid
Type Calcium Hydroxide
pH 12.4 (1% solution)
Specific Gravity 2.24g/cm³
Melting Point 310 - 320°C
Solubility Soluble in water

APPLICATION

LIME is used to increase pH, providing excess LIME, removing soluble carbonate (CO3) ions, controlling corrosion, and activating oil-based drilling fluids.

RECOMMENDED TREATMENT

  • The amount of LIME may be added directly through the hopper; treatment depends on the desired density, viscosity limitations.
  • Add lime for Low pH 0.5 - 2.0 lb/bbl, Medium pH 2.0 - 5.0 lb/bbl, High pH 5.0 - 15.0 lb/bbl.

PACKAGING

LIME is available in 25 Kg multi-ply paper sacks, palletized as 40 sacks per pallet.

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