Bara-Kade is a sodium bentonite from Wyoming, high efficiency of prime quality (200 mesh), easy to mix. Bara-Kade gives viscosity, fluid loss control and gelling characteristics to freshwater based drilling fluids.
• Treated high purity sodium based bentonite.
• Easy to mix and yield a high viscosity mineral slurry.
• Provides a stable slurry without separation for longer periods.
• Compatible with cement and other construction additives.
• Also used in soil sealing and other hydraulic applications.
RECOMMENDED TREATMENT
Normal drilling conditions: 15-25 lbs / 100 Gal
Unconsolidated formations: 35-50 lbs / 100 Gal
Make-up for gel / foam systems: 12-15 lbs / 100 Gal