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Fluid loss control additives for use with gravel pack placement fluids

US5415228A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 7, 1993
Grant dateMay 16, 1995
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Expiry dateDec 7, 2013

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S507/906
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Improved fluid loss control in gravel pack placement fluids is achieved when a fluid loss control additive is provided comprising a selectively soluble particulate having a size of less than 1000 microns and having a linear size distribution when cumulative weight percent is plotted against the logarithm of the particle size. The preferred selectively soluble particulate comprises calcium carbonate.

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