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July 21, 2023

Hydroxyethyl cellulose has a variety of applications in drilling fluids

Hydroxyethyl Cellulose has a variety of applications in drilling fluids, mainly including the following aspects:

Thickener: Hydroxyethyl cellulose can be used as a thickener for drilling fluid to increase the viscosity and rheological properties of the fluid, so as to improve the plugging performance of drilling fluid to the well wall and reduce the risk of leakage and well wall collapse.

Suspending agent: hydroxyethyl cellulose can suspend solid phase particles in drilling fluid, prevent solid phase particles from settling and agglomerating, and maintain the uniformity and stability of drilling fluid.

Filtration control agent: Hydroxyethyl cellulose can form a film on the well wall to reduce the penetration and fluid loss of the drilling fluid to the well wall, improve the plugging performance of the drilling fluid, and prevent the well wall and borehole from collapsing.

Clay dispersant: Hydroxyethyl cellulose can be used as a clay dispersant to help stabilize clay particles in drilling fluids and prevent them from agglomerating and settling.

Viscosity control agent: Hydroxyethyl cellulose can adjust the viscosity of drilling fluid to adapt to different drilling conditions and needs. By controlling the amount of hydroxyethyl cellulose added, the rheological properties of the drilling fluid can be adjusted to meet specific drilling operation requirements.

Environmental friendliness: Hydroxyethyl cellulose is a natural and renewable polymer compound with good biodegradability and environmental friendliness. The use of hydroxyethyl cellulose in drilling fluid can reduce the negative impact on the environment and meet the requirements of sustainable development.

It should be noted that the specific application and addition amount of hydroxyethyl cellulose will be adjusted according to different drilling conditions, well types and objectives. In practical application, it is necessary to carry out process design and operation control according to specific conditions to ensure the performance and stability of drilling fluid.

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