PRODUCT BULLETIN

ID-CLYGARD
ID-CLYGARD chloride-free, organic shale stabilizer reduces the swelling of sensitive shales and drill cuttings
exposed to water-base drilling fluids. ID-CLYGARD additive inhibits shale hydration, which reduces the effect of
drill solids on viscosity and works to minimize problems such as excessive dilution rates, increased torque and
drag, high surge and swab pressures and bottom hole assembly balling. This high-quality concentrated product
may be utilized in a wide variety of mud systems and has such low toxicity values that it may be used offshore.

Typical Physical Properties

Physical appearance Clear, green Liquid

Specific gravity 1.10
pH (1% solution) 10.0-11.5

Application

ID-CLYGARD shale inhibitor should be used in applications where additional inhibition is needed as an
alternative to gyp, lime, and potassium systems. Due to the powerful effect of ID-CLYGARD additive on active
solids, it should only be added to mud systems with low concentrations of active solids, bentonite-free
systems, or freshly prepared low-solids systems using a minimum amount of prehydrated bentonite. These
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systems should have a methylene blue capacity less than 12.5 lb/bbl (35.6 kg/m ) with 2 to 5 lb/bbl (5.7 to 14.3
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kg/m ) of prehydrated ID-WYGEL bentonite for filtration control. The product is compatible with most
common drilling fluid additives and is especially suited for use in low solids polymer systems, such as the ID-
BOND system. ID-CLYGARD shale inhibitor is most effective when the use of organic thinners, such as ID-CLS
lignosulfonate thinner is minimized. Normal concentrations of ID-CLYGARD additive range from 4 to 8 lb/bbl
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(11.4 to 22.8 kg/m ) depending upon hole size, rate of penetration, interval length, and reactivity of the shale.
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A minimum concentration of 4 lb/bbl (11.4 kg/m ) is required for the product to be effective. ID-CLYGARD
shale inhibitor is chloride-free and may be used in applications where the chloride content of drilling fluids
needs to be limited.

Advantages
 Reduces the amount of dilution required, thereby reducing treatment costs.
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Stable at temperatures in excess of 400 F (204 C).
 Highly effective shale stabilizer.

Toxicity and Handling

Handle as an industrial chemical, wearing protective equipment and observing the precautions as described in
the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).

Packing and Storage

ID-CLYGARD shale inhibitor is packaged in 55 gal (208 Ltr) drums and 5 gal (18.9 Ltr) cans.
Store in a dry, well-ventilated area. Keep container closed. Keep away from heat, sparks, and flames.

This information is supplied solely for informational purposes and IDEC makes no guarantees or warranties, either
expressed or implied, with respect to the accuracy and use of this data. All product warranties and guarantees shall be
governed by the IDEC Standard Terms of Sale.