Drilling Detergent For Foam Control And Bit Cleaning In Mud Systems

Surfactant-Based Additive for Smoother Drilling Performance

We provide high-quality Drilling Detergent formulated to reduce surface tension, improve bit cleaning, and minimize foaming in water-based muds. This additive is essential for efficient rotary drilling, especially in formations with high clay or cuttings content.

What It Is

Drilling Detergent is a liquid surfactant blend that reduces the adhesion between drill cuttings and tools. It helps lower torque, enhances bit rotation, and keeps the borehole cleaner during water-based mud operations.

Where It's Used

• Oil and gas well drilling
• Horizontal and directional drilling
• Workover fluid formulations
• Geothermal and mining boreholes
• Clay-rich formation drilling

These products are used in diverse industrial applications that involve high-volume mud circulation and cuttings transport.

Core Features

• Water-soluble surfactant system
• Reduces mud foaming in pumps and pits
• Enhances the removal of sticky shale and debris
• Compatible with most WBM formulations
• Non-toxic and biodegradable options are available

Main Benefits

• Improves bit cleaning and prevents balling
• Reduces drag, torque, and differential sticking
• Controls excessive foam at the surface equipment
• Helps in faster cutting and removal from the wellbore
• Increases fluid flow efficiency in the annular space
• Effective in high-RPM drilling operations
• Simple to mix and dose in active systems

Technical Details

• Appearance: Clear to light yellow liquid
• Dosage: 0.1%–0.5% by volume (varies by mud weight)
• pH: Neutral to slightly alkaline
• Flash point: >80°C
• Packaging: 25 L, 200 L drums or IBC tanks

Why It's Essential in Water-Based Mud Drilling

Drilling Detergent is used in commercial and industrial applications to improve hole cleaning and maintain consistent mud properties. It ensures better mud circulation and helps protect equipment by reducing friction and debris accumulation.

Application Notes

1. Add slowly into the active mud system through the mixing hopper
2. Adjust dosage based on solids loading and foam levels
3. Use the anti-foam agent only if excessive surface foaming persists
4. Store in shaded, cool environments to preserve shelf life