Filter Cake Breaker
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A specially developed blend of surfactants and solvents designed to remove oil based mud filter cakes in the reservoir. Efficient removal of oil based filter cakes is essential to promote optimum production of hydrocarbons or for enhanced water injection.
Description
Filter Cake Breakers consist of Chemical formulations used to remove or break down the filter cake that forms on the walls of the borehole during the drilling process. The filter cake is formed by the solid particles from the drilling fluid (mud) that get deposited on the borehole wall to seal and stabilize the formation, preventing fluid invasion and wellbore instability The filter cake can become an issue as it may restrict the flow of drilling fluid into the formation or hinder effective well completion operations. To address this, filter cake breakers are introduced into the drilling fluid to help remove or reduce the filter cake's thickness and enhance well productivity.
It's essential to select the appropriate filter cake breaker based on the specific requirements and conditions of the drilling operation. Proper application of filter cake breakers can lead to improved drilling efficiency, reduced formation damage, and enhanced well productivity. It is important to consider the potential risks and compatibility with other additives in the drilling fluid to avoid any adverse effects on the drilling process.
For more information
Our FIS R&D Team are on hand to discuss your specific challenges and discuss our product range in which to formulate chemistry to meet your well requirements
Please contact sales@fischem.co.uk to discuss with our Technical team.
Suitable For:
Oil & Gas Services