Soda Ash - Sodium Carbonate

SODA ASH is used to raise the pH of make-up water for bentonite and polymer drilling fluids by precipitating soluble calcium. Using SODA ASH will increase the performance of bentonite and polymer drilling fluids.

• Easy to mix and use
• Economical method to increase pH
• Maximizes yield of drilling fluid

SODA ASH should be added slowly through a hopper or chemical barrel. When using a barrel, mix SODA ASH into a full barrel of freshwater and provide adequate agitation. Add SODA ASH until pH of 8.5-9.5 is obtained. Suggested ratio is 0.33 to 0.5 lb per 100 gallons (0.25 kg to 0.5 kg per 380 liters) water.

Mixing and Application

• Physical Appearance: White Powder
• pH (1 % solution): 11.4
• Specific gravity: 2.51
• Solubility: 51 g/100 ml at 86 ºF (30 ºC)

• 50 lb (22.7 kg) bags, 49 per pallet or 50 lb (22.7 kg) pails, 32 per pallet.
• All pallets are plastic-wrapped.