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MUD BALANCE-ASTM D4380

The Mud Balance is an essential tool for measuring the density of drilling fluids. While ASTM D4380 is widely used, other international standards such as API RP 13B-1, API RP 13B-2, and ISO 10414-1 also define similar test methods.

Applications

Mud Balance is a simple method for fast and accurate determination of density of the drilling mud and Bentonite Slurry Mixture.

Details

The Mud Balance has a volume sample cup with a lid, connected to a graduated arm, a moving rider, knife edge and a built in spirit level - measuring the density of the drilling fluid in 4 different ranges.

  1. 0.72‑2.88 specific gravity
  2. 6‑24 pounds per gallon
  3. 45‑180 Pounds per cubic foot
  4. 310‑1250 Pounds per square inch per 1000 foot of depth

 The balance is made of a special aluminum alloy.


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