Experimental investigation of new additive to optimize the properties of synthetic-based drilling fluid

Abstract

This paper focus on the design, development and testing two type of synthetic based drilling fluid include of amine-treated Quebracho agent and Polymeric Fluid Loss agent. Amine-treated Quebracho agent is compatible with other chemical additives in Synthetic-Based Fluids and it shows high-temperature stability, low fluid losses and good Rheological properties. Traditionally invert emulsion drilling fluids have been used to optimize drilling performance primarily due to the high level of wellbore stability and high penetration rates shown while using these fluids. Invert emulsion fluids require various additives such as emulsifiers, fluid-los-control (FLC) agents, viscosifier etc. The paper includes the laboratory evaluation for high temperature application of two agents in invert emulsion drilling fluids.