Fe₂O₃
Hematite — High-Density Weighting Material
High-density weighting material alternative to barite for selected drilling and completion fluids where higher SG is required.
Application
Density increase in water-based and oil-based systems where hematite SG (~5.0+) is specified instead of or alongside barite.
Technical characteristics (quality certificate)
Typical values as stated on a mill quality certificate (passport) for a standard commercial grade. Actual lot values are confirmed in the COA / TDS for the selected manufacturer.
Specific gravity
≥ 5.05
Weighting material practice
Fe₂O₃ content
≥ 90%
Manufacturer TDS
Reference profile for orientation. For each supply we confirm grade, origin and certificate data against your specification, well conditions and delivery requirements.
Typical functions
- High SG weighting
- Pressure control support
- Selected completion / workover fluids
Product information
- Chemical name
- Iron Oxide Weighting Material
- Formula / class
- Fe₂O₃
- Appearance
- Red-brown to grey powder.
- Packaging
- Big bags or bags, origin-specific.
Not a drop-in substitute for barite without mud programme review. SG, grind and abrasiveness vary by producer.
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