MAGPLUG
CEMENTING SPECIAL SYSTEM
PRODUCT OVERVIEW FEATURES AND BENEFITS
MAGPLUG provides an excellent alternative to temporary »» Hydrochloric acid soluble
zonal isolation cement produced by the reaction of magnesium »» Good compressive strength in a wide temperature range
compounds. It consists of magnesium oxysulfate [calcined
magnesium oxide + magnesium sulfate (Epsom salt)] plus powder »» Can be mixed with location water
carbonates. Once MAGPLUG is mixed with water, it forms a »» In most cases does not require washers/spacers
hydrated paste that is not typically affected by contaminants as »» Compatible with most of the completion brines
it would with Portland cement mixtures. Unlike normal cement,
MAGPLUG hardens by chemical reaction rather than by hydration »» Tolerance to high salt concentrations
process. It also develops considerably greater compressive and »» Can be used from 85ºF up to 260ºF
tensile strengths than Portland cement.
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
RECOMMENDED APPLICATION APPEARANCE White powder
MAGPLUG is a free-flowing powder that can be easily mixed in the SPECIFIC GRAVITY 3.25
field (any slug pit or tank large enough) to form a pumpable slurry. ABSOLUTE VOLUME 0.0371 gal/lb
It can be used in the following scenarios:
BULK DENSITY 90 lb/ft3
»» Temporary zonal isolation
»» Diverter
SHIPPING, HANDLING AND STORAGE
»» Control lost circulation
Since MAGPLUG performance is less affected by low content of »» MAGPLUG is available in 25 kg sacks.
inorganic or organic contaminants, water quality is therefore not »» Avoid inhalation and contact with eyes, skin and clothing. In
as important as it is for cement. Fresh water, industrial water case of contact, immediately wash skin with water and rinse
or seawater can be used without causing changes to the mixing eyes with water/saline solution for at least 10 minutes.
procedures. If required , »» Store in a dry, clean, well-ventilated area.
MAGPLUG is acid soluble (hydrochloric acid @ 15%) and can be »» Store in labeled and tightly closed containers.
used to temporarily seal off and protect producing zones during
interventions.
SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL
Although typically mixed at 13 ppg, MAGPLUG can be mixed in a
Refer to MSDS for the most up-to-date safety and environmental
wide density range with the addition of light weight and weighting
information. Observe normal handling and safety precautions for
materials.
industrial chemicals in accordance with national, state and local
regulations.
REFERENCE
MSDS
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