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Drilling muds Lost Circulation Material Polymer Plugging Agent
Product Description
Plug is a water swellable but not water soluble, 100% crystalline synthetic polymer. Plug polymer absorbs
hundreds of times its own weight in water. It is intended for use primarily as a lost circulation material for
horizontal directional drilling.
Application/Function
Lost circulation material for horizontal directional drilling
Prevents inadvertent returns in river crossing applications
Stabilizes borehole in cobble and gravel
Stabilizes unconsolidated formations
Advantages
Easy to use
Very economical
Extremely high expansion rate
Efficient in low pressure environments
Environmentally safe
Easy to drill out
Compatible with most of mud chemicals and systems
Technical Data
Appearance: Off-white free-flowing crystal
Particle size: 5 – 8 mesh
Moisture: 10% Max
Swelling capacity: 100 - 150 g/g
Recommended Treatment
Add Plug in concentration of 12.0 to 24.0 kg/m³ (4.2 to 8.4 lb/bbl) of fresh water or the drilling fluid before
being pumped down into the cavity or when spotted across the thief zone.
Environmental Information
For information concerning environmental regulations applicable to PLUG, contact the Health Safety and
Environmental Department.
