Drilling Fluids Technology

Section 16
Synthetic Based Muds (SBM)
Classification of SBM systems
SBM Systems Overview
Commercial SBM Systems
Logging through SBM

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Classification of SBM Systems

The SBM systems are classified based on their primary

intended application:
 Deepwater, high angle, extended reach applications
 Non-damaging coring and drilling fluids

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SBM Systems Overview

SBM Systems are formulated with a vegetable-based ester
as the continuous or external phase. Recommended for
drilling in environmentally sensitive areas worldwide.
Properties of the system are influenced by:
 Ester/water ratio
 Emulsifier concentration
 Solids content
 Downhole temperature and pressure
Temperatures stability to 300°F (149°C).

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Typical Composition SBM

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Commercial SBM Systems

Baroid SBM Systems

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Commercial SBM Systems (cont.)

MI SBM Systems

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Commercial SBM Systems (cont.)

INTEQ SBM Systems

System Description / Application

GEO-TEQ™

MAGMA-TEQ™

SYN-TEQ

CARBO-DRILL Mineral-oil-based

NEXES Ester-based

BIO-GREEN Ester-based

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Logging through
SBM (Ester-based)

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