Ultra Seal XP
ULTRA SEAL® XP is a blend of specific micro-sized cellulosic fibers combined with a blend of organic polymers and lubricity enhancers that are designed to aid in the control of fluid losses to the well bore, as well as to promote the anti-friction characteristics of a drilling fluid.
ULTRA SEAL® XP seals off low pressure zones, which in turn reduces the rotary torque and drill string drag present in differential pressure environments.
ULTRA SEAL® XP is coated with a mineral oil, and compatible with both OBM and WBM systems.
Benefits:
- Average particle size: 46.5 microns
- No rheology issues
- 95% success rate
Uses:
Ultra Seal® XP has been used by major operators in the Gulf of Mexico for the following applications:
- Loss Circulation Material: Helped seal off sections of the hole that were losing partial mud returns.
- Torque and Drag Reducer: Has reduced torque and drag in high angle holes across sand zones.
- Sealing Depleted Sands: While drilling depleted sands and having differential sticking problems, Ultra Seal® XP and Ultra Seal® C helped seal those sands and prevented sticking.
- Running Casing in High Angle Holes: Ran casing after spotting Ultra Seal® XP across sand zones. Had no problems running casing in a 78 degree deviated hole and got full cement returns, which had not been seen in other similar jobs