Anti Sludge AS 180
Physical Data:
| Physical appearance | Clear free flowing pale yellow to brown colour homogeneous liquid |
| Active Ingredient | More then 95 Percent |
| Charge | Anionic |
| Specific Gravity @ 25° C | 0.92 ± 0.02 |
| Viscosity @ 25° C | 30 cps [cst] |
| Pour Point | 0° C |
| ph range | 5.0 – 8.0 |
| Solubility in Hydrocarbons | Soluble |
| Solubility in water | Insoluble |
| Flash point ° C | >60° C |
| Shelf Life | Minimum two years |
| Packing | 210 Ltrs. |
| Storage Condition | -15 to 55 Degree C |
Where is Anti Sludge AS 180 used?
Main application is for preventing asphalt sludge during HCL Hydrochloric Acid Treatment
- Matrix acidizing
- Carbonate reservoir stimulation
- Sandstone acid treatments
- Well cleanup operations
- Production enhancement treatments
- High-asphaltene crude oil reservoirs
- HCl acid systems
- Organic acid systems (formic/acetic acid blends)
Dosage
Mix RXSOL Anti Sludge AS 180 with acid and crude oil solution depending on the sludge properties of each. Usual dosage is 8-30 Ltrs of Anti Sludge AS 180 per 1000 Ltrs solution.
Important Consideration: DO NOT MIX with solutions containing cationic elements (corrosion inhibitors, etc). This would result in an internal chemical reaction.
Useful Area
Why is there SLUDGE formation during drilling operations and how to CONTROL SLUDGE FORMATION?
Sludge formation commonly occurs due to the interaction between crude oil, drilling fluids, acids, and contaminants, leading to blockages, reduced permeability, and operational inefficiencies. Anti Sludge Agents are designed to inhibit these reactions and ensure smooth fluid flow during drilling, completion, and stimulation processes.
In applications such as acidizing and well stimulation, sludge formation can severely impact treatment effectiveness and formation productivity. Anti Sludge Agents work by stabilizing asphaltenes and dispersing heavy organic compounds, preventing their aggregation and deposition. This ensures that fluids remain clean and free-flowing, allowing efficient penetration into the formation. The product is compatible with various oilfield fluid systems and performs reliably across a wide range of temperatures, salinity levels, and reservoir conditions.
Remarks
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Prevents sludge formation when hydrocarbons react with acids.
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Enhances wetting properties for better interaction with formation materials.
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Suitable for both sandstone and carbonate acidizing.
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Supports smoother acid stimulation operations by eliminating sludge-related challenges.
Supply Locations
Anti Sludge Agent manufacturer and supplier in Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Dubai UAE. Control Sludge formation during acid treament using RXSOL Anti Sludge Additive AS 180.