Oilfield Grade Polyacrylamide Supplier for Drilling Fluid and Fluid Loss Control
Product Introduction
Oilfield Grade Polyacrylamide is a water-soluble polymer used in oil and gas field applications, especially in drilling fluid systems, fluid loss control, shale stabilization, viscosity improvement, lubrication, and enhanced oil recovery.
For oilfield drilling, the drilling mud system must remain stable under changing formation and water conditions. It needs to carry drill cuttings, control filtrate loss, protect shale formations, reduce friction, and maintain proper viscosity. Polyacrylamide and PHPA products help improve these functions and support safer, more efficient drilling operations.
Bluwat PHPA series are anionic water-soluble polymers with different molecular weights. According to Bluwat’s PHPA TDS, they are mainly used as highly efficient fluid loss reducers, viscosifiers, and protective colloids for shale and cuttings in fresh water, calcium brine, sodium brine, and KCL mud systems. They can be used for shale stabilization, viscosity improvement, friction reduction, fluid loss control, and lubrication.
Oilfield Grade Polyacrylamide from Bluwat Chemicals
Bluwat Chemicals provides Polyacrylamide and PHPA products for oilfield drilling, oilfield water treatment, and EOR applications.
Our oilfield polymer products can support:
Improves mud performance and drilling fluid stability.
Helps reduce filtrate invasion and supports stable mud cake formation.
Helps prevent shale swelling, erosion, and dispersion.
Improves drilling mud rheology and cuttings carrying capacity.
Helps reduce drilling resistance, torque, and drag.
Supports clarification, suspended solids removal, and sludge dewatering.
Supports viscosity improvement for enhanced oil recovery applications.
Why Choose an Oilfield Grade PAM Supplier
Choosing a reliable Polyacrylamide supplier is important for oilfield operations. Drilling fluid polymers must have stable quality, suitable molecular weight, proper hydrolysis degree, good solubility, and reliable performance in different mud systems.
A suitable supplier should provide:
- ✔ Stable factory production
- ✔ Consistent product quality
- ✔ Different molecular weight options
- ✔ Powder and emulsion product forms
- ✔ TDS, MSDS, and COA documents
- ✔ International delivery support
- ✔ Application guidance
Bluwat Chemicals supports international customers with factory supply, product selection support, and complete technical documentation.
Key Functions in Drilling Fluid and Fluid Loss Control
1. Fluid Loss Control
Oilfield grade PHPA can reduce excessive fluid loss from drilling mud into the formation. It helps maintain lower mud cake permeability and reduce filtrate invasion, which supports borehole stability and formation protection.
2. Shale Stabilization
PHPA acts as a protective colloid for shale and cuttings. It helps prevent shale swelling and erosion, reducing the risk of borehole instability, sloughing shale, stuck pipe, and hole enlargement.
3. Drilling Mud Viscosity Improvement
Polyacrylamide improves drilling mud viscosity and supports cuttings suspension. Stable viscosity is important for hole cleaning and drilling fluid circulation.
4. Solids Suspension
Oilfield PAM helps suspend drill cuttings, clay particles, and fine solids. This improves cuttings carrying capacity and reduces solids settling in the borehole.
5. Lubrication and Friction Reduction
PHPA can be absorbed on metal or clay particle surfaces to form a liquid film. This helps reduce friction, lower drilling resistance, and improve mud lubricity.
6. Drilling Mud Stability
PHPA improves mud stability, reduces water loss, prevents sticking, and supports higher drilling efficiency.
7. Compatibility with Mud Additives
Bluwat PHPA is compatible with many drilling fluid products, including biopolymers, PAC, and CMC, making it suitable for different drilling mud formulations.
Typical Product Properties
| Specifications | PHPA Powder Products | PHPA Emulsion Products |
|---|---|---|
| Product Type | PHPA / Oilfield Grade Powder | PHPA / Oilfield Grade Emulsion |
| Product Models | HA6518, HA8520, HAA6520, HAA7525 | EA5617, EA5620 |
| Ionic Character | Anionic | Anionic |
| Molecular Weight | Very High to Ultra High | Very High |
| Degree of Hydrolysis | Medium to High | Medium to High |
| Appearance | White Powder | Milky White |
| Solid Content | 89% min | 38–40% |
| Bulk Density | About 0.8 | About 1.0 |
| Specific Gravity at 25°C | 1.01–1.1 | 1.01–1.05 |
| Recommended Solution | 0.1–0.3% solid | 0.1–0.3% solid |
| Effective pH Range | 5–14 | 5–14 |
| Shelf Life | 2 years | 6 months |
| Package | 25 kg kraft bags | 1000 kg IBC drum |
Product Model Reference
| Product Model | Form | Molecular Weight | Hydrolysis | Application Focus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HA6518 | Powder | Very High | Medium | General treatment, shale stabilization |
| HA8520 | Powder | Very High | High | Fluid loss control, brine systems |
| HAA6520 | Powder | Ultra High | Medium | High viscosity demand, cuttings suspension |
| HAA7525 | Powder | Ultra High | High | High-performance fluid loss control |
| EA5617 | Emulsion | Very High | Medium | Fast dispersion, mud conditioning |
| EA5620 | Emulsion | Very High | High | Fluid loss, shale stabilization |
Recommended Application Method
To obtain good performance, PHPA or Polyacrylamide should be fully dispersed and dissolved before being dosed into the drilling mud system.
Concentration 0.1–0.3% solid
Temperature 10°C to 40°C
pH Range 5–14
Stirring 200–500 rpm (1 hour)
Recommended dispersion equipment: A polymer eductor or commercial dry powder feeder unit is recommended for powder products.
Tank system suggestion: Use both a stock make-up tank and a solution holding tank for stable dosing into the drilling mud system.
Solution stability: The recommended anionic solution concentration can remain stable for up to one week.
Important note: Aluminum, zinc, copper, and iron should be avoided in the make-up system.
Application Areas
Bluwat Oilfield Grade Polyacrylamide can be used in:
Main Benefits for Oilfield Customers
Factory Direct Supply
Bluwat provides Polyacrylamide and PHPA products with stable factory production and export supply support.
Multiple Oilfield Polymer Grades
Powder and emulsion products are available with different molecular weights and hydrolysis degrees.
Strong Fluid Loss Control
Helps reduce filtrate invasion and supports stable mud cake performance.
Technical Document Support
Bluwat provides TDS, MSDS, and COA to support product evaluation, procurement, and quality control.
Packaging & Storage
Powder products: Packed in 25 kg kraft bags with inner PE bags, palletized.
Emulsion products: Packed in 1000 kg IBC drum.
Storage: Store in original packaging in a cool and dry place. Keep away from sources of heat, flame, and direct sunlight.
Shelf life: PHPA powder (2 years), PHPA emulsion (6 months).
Why Choose Bluwat Chemicals
Bluwat Chemicals is a professional manufacturer and global supplier of water treatment chemicals and oilfield polymers. Our Polyacrylamide and PHPA products are used in oilfield drilling, EOR, water treatment, mining, paper making, sludge dewatering, and other industrial fields.
For oilfield customers, Bluwat can recommend suitable oilfield grade Polyacrylamide or PHPA according to the drilling mud system, salinity, shale condition, viscosity requirement, fluid loss control target, and application method.
FAQ
A: It is used for drilling fluid treatment, fluid loss control, shale stabilization, viscosity improvement, cuttings suspension, lubrication, friction reduction, oilfield water treatment, and EOR.
A: Yes. PHPA is widely used as a drilling fluid polymer, fluid loss reducer, viscosifier, protective colloid, shale stabilizer, and lubricant.
A: Yes. Bluwat supplies both PHPA powder and PHPA emulsion products for different oilfield application requirements.
A: Bluwat PHPA can be used in fresh water, calcium brine, sodium brine, and KCL mud systems.
A: Bluwat can provide TDS, MSDS, COA, and other necessary technical or quality documents.