StarPak ®
DP Appearance Rheology/Viscosity
StarPak DP is supplied as an off- At low shear rates StarPak DP exhibits
StarPak® DP is a premium, low white powder. Aqueous solutions are a synergistic relationship with low
viscosity polymer specifically translucent and demonstrate excellent levels of xanthan gum, bentonite,
designed for filtration control and stability. buffers, and carbonate based solids.
enhanced low shear rheology in a The added viscosity provided by
variety of water-based drilling and StarPak Extreme allows formulators to
Compatibility
completion fluids for decrease the concentration of
temperatures up to 250° F. StarPak DP is effective in a wide traditional biopolymers used for low-
StarPak DP is an excellent range of water-based drilling and end rheology.
candidate for use where completion fluids including low solids,
traditional CMC and PAC’s are non-dispersed, high solids Fermentation and Enzyme
lignosulfonate dispersed, potassium
used. Stability
chloride, seawater and any mono- and
divalent brine based systems. Biocide addition is not generally
necessary when using StarPak DP.
Temperature Stability The unique modification of StarPak
Features DP provides natural fermentation and
StarPak DP is generally stable to enzyme resistance to solutions without
• Meets API 13A Starch 250°F. the need of preservatives. This
specifications
feature provides an advantage where
• Compatible in a wide range of Filtration Control biocides cannot be used.
water-based fluids
• Temperature Stable to 250° F StarPak DP provides excellent
• Cost effective alternative for filtration efficiency across a wide Inhibition/Encapsulation
PAC/CMC variety of systems. Filter cakes are StarPak DP is an anionic polymer that
• Enzymatically stable and thin and exhibit excellent lubricity. readily adsorbs onto clay surfaces.
fermentation resistant without This adsorption efficiently coats clay
addition of biocide. StarPak DP provides filter cakes are particles preventing sloughing into the
• Inhibition/Encapsulation of thin and exhibit excellent lubricity and fluid and also encapsulates drilled
clay surfaces is an excellent choice to replace CMC solids to effect better removal on
• Enhanced low shear rheology and PAC materials. solids control equipment.
StarPak DP exceeds API performance
Low Salt Content
requirements for LV CMC.
StarPak DP is 80 – 95% pure
functional polymer, containing half the
salt of common oilfield grade CMC.
Cost Effective Typical Analysis
Intermediate in price between non-derivatized starch and StarPak DP
cellulosic polymers, the use of StarPak DP provides
Highly modified,
significant economy in fluid loss control in all types of Nature
polysaccharide ether
water-based systems. In addition to efficient filtration
control, a reduction of expensive xanthan polymer is Form Granular Powder
possible due to the enhanced low-shear rheology obtained
through the use of StarPak DP.
Moisture (%) 10 Max
Storage, Handling and Safety
Due to the hygroscopic nature of StarPak DP, it is highly Bulk Density (lbs/ft3) 30 – 45
recommended that the material be stored in its original
package in a dry facility. Shelf life can be affected by 100% (-) 850 micron
Particle Size (% thru)
storage conditions such as temperature, humidity and 65% min (-) 180 micron
overall surroundings of the storage area. Long-term
storage may lead to hardening of the material within the Appearance Off White
bag. A Safety Data Sheet is available from Chemstar and
should be consulted prior to handling or using StarPak DP. Ionic Character Anionic
Availability
StarPak DP is available in 50 lb multi-wall poly-lined paper
bags or 2,000 lb super sacks for truckload and LTL
shipments. For additional information, samples or technical
assistance in using StarPak DP or any other Chemstar
product please contact 1-800-328-5037 or
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