3–10%
Normal Dosage (BWOS)
≈ 0
Free Fluid
≤40 min
40–100 Bc Transition Time
≥14 MPa
Compressive Strength @ 102°C

Product Overview Latex Powder

This oil well cementing latex powder is manufactured from styrene-butadiene latex using emulsion polymerization, with butadiene, styrene, and related monomers as the primary raw materials. The resulting powder exhibits excellent chemical stability, mechanical stability, and outstanding anti gas channeling performance during cement slurry placement.

Supplied as a free-flowing powder, it is easy to blend on-site and is compatible with all standard API oil well cements and other cementing additives including retarders, fluid loss agents, and dispersants. Its near-zero free fluid and right-angle thickening behavior make it particularly suitable for gas migration control in primary cementing operations.

Key Characteristics

  • Excellent anti gas channeling (gas migration control) performance during cement slurry transition
  • Near-zero free fluid — minimizes slurry separation and enhances zonal isolation
  • Short thickening transition time — close to right-angle thickening profile
  • Good chemical and mechanical stability — resistant to demulsification
  • Good salt tolerance — applicable in saltwater slurry systems
  • Reduces required dosage of water-reducing agents through inherent water loss reduction properties
  • Broad compatibility with oil well cements and other cementing additives

Technical Specifications

ParameterSpecification
Appearance Free flowing powder
Initial Consistency (80°C, 46.5 MPa, 45 min) ≤ 30.0 Bc
Sudden Change Value of Consistency ≤ 10.0 Bc
40 Bc – 100 Bc Transition Time ≤ 40.0 min
Fluid Loss (80°C, 6.9 MPa, 30 min) ≤ 100.0 ml
Compressive Strength (102°C, 21 MPa, 24h) ≥ 14.0 MPa

Test conditions per API Spec 10A. Contact us for performance data at specific well conditions.

Applications

Gas Migration Control
Primary application. Controls gas channeling through the cement sheath during the transition from liquid to solid state. Critical for wells with high-pressure gas formations.
Primary Cementing
Used in primary casing cementing to improve zonal isolation, reduce free water, and ensure consistent slurry properties from surface to TD.
Saltwater Slurry Systems
Good salt tolerance allows use in saline formation environments and saturated saltwater cement slurry systems where conventional additives may fail.
Deepwater Cementing
Flexible cement matrix improves resistance to thermal and mechanical stresses encountered in deepwater cementing where temperature cycling is significant.
Liner Cementing
Applied in liner cementing operations where tight annular clearances require controlled fluid loss and reliable gas migration prevention.
Custom Cementing Systems
Can be combined with ZHAOYUAN's oil well cementing retarder and other cementing additives to formulate complete slurry systems for specific well conditions.

Dosage & Usage Notes

Normal Dosage 3% – 10% BWOS (by weight of slurry). Adjust based on gas migration risk and slurry design requirements.
Compatibility Compatible with all standard API oil well cements, retarders, fluid loss additives, and dispersants. Broad compatibility with other cementing chemicals.
Mixing Blend dry with cement prior to mixing with water, or add to mix water as directed by slurry design. Ensure uniform dispersion.
Lab Testing Thickening time and fluid loss testing under actual BHCT and pressure conditions is recommended before field application.

Packaging & Storage

Standard Packaging 25 kg three-layer plastic bags
Storage Conditions Keep away from moisture and physical damage during transportation. Store in a cool, dry environment.
Shelf Life 2 years from manufacture date under recommended storage conditions

Frequently Asked Questions

What does cementing latex powder do in oil well cementing?

It controls gas channeling (gas migration) through the cement sheath as the slurry transitions from liquid to solid, which is critical in wells with high-pressure gas formations. It also improves zonal isolation and reduces free water in primary cementing operations.

What dosage of cementing latex powder is normally used?

Normal dosage is 3%–10% BWOS (by weight of slurry), adjusted based on gas migration risk and slurry design requirements. Thickening time and fluid loss testing under actual BHCT and pressure conditions is recommended before field application.

Can this latex powder be used in saltwater slurry systems?

Yes — it has good salt tolerance, allowing use in saline formation environments and saturated saltwater cement slurry systems where conventional additives may fail.

Is this latex powder compatible with other cementing additives?

Yes — it's compatible with all standard API oil well cements and other cementing additives including retarders, fluid loss agents, and dispersants, and can be combined with ZHAOYUAN's oil well cementing retarder to formulate complete slurry systems for specific well conditions.

What compressive strength does the cement achieve with this additive?

Testing per API Spec 10A shows compressive strength of at least 14.0 MPa at 102°C, 21 MPa, over 24 hours, with fluid loss controlled to ≤100.0 ml under 80°C and 6.9 MPa test conditions over 30 minutes.

How should this latex powder be mixed and stored?

Blend dry with cement prior to mixing with water, or add to mix water as directed by slurry design, ensuring uniform dispersion. Store the 25 kg bags in a cool, dry environment away from moisture and physical damage, with a shelf life of 2 years from the manufacture date.

What factors affect the price of cementing latex powder?

Pricing depends on order quantity, packaging, and destination/shipping terms. Contact us with your required volume and well conditions for a quote.

Is an MSDS or COA provided with cementing latex powder orders?

Yes — a certificate of analysis (COA) confirming API Spec 10A test results (compressive strength, fluid loss) and a material safety data sheet (MSDS) are available on request with every shipment.

Is ZHAOYUAN a cementing chemicals manufacturer or a trading company?

ZHAOYUAN supplies oil well cementing latex powder and other cementing chemicals directly from China with export capability for bulk orders worldwide, and also delivers turnkey EPC engineering for cellulose ether production plants.