Sand content is the volume percentage of particles larger than 74
microns. Excessive sand may cause a thick filter cake on the
borehole wall. It may settle in the hole around the tools when
circulation is stopped and cause interference with the successful
operation of drilling or setting the casing. High sand content also
causes excessive abrasion of pump parts and pipe connections.
A simple, accurate and inexpensive sieve analysis apparatus
for determining the sand content of drilling muds
Sieve analysis is the preferred method for sand content
determination because of the reliability of the test and simplicity
of equipment. The volume of sand, including that of void spaces
between grains, is usually measured and expressed as a percentage
by volume of the drilling fluid.
The kit consists of a special 200-mesh sieve 2 inches in diameter,
fastened inside a collar upon which a small funnel is fitted on
either end. This is used with a 10 ml glass measuring tube,
graduated to read from 0 to 20% the percentage sand by volume. The
collar and funnel are made of polyethylene and the screen is made
of brass.
Ordering Information
ITEM | Description | Specifications |
1 | Mesh sieve | 200-mesh sieve 2 inches in diameter |
2 | Glass measuring cylinder | 100ml |
3 | graduated to read | 0.2ml |
4 | Size | 260×120×80 mm |
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