Category: Oil & Gas Industry
Calcium Bromide
A high-density brine used in the oil and gas industry for well completion and workover fluids, providing essential well control by balancing formation pressures.
Overview
Calcium Bromide is an inorganic compound widely used in well completion and workover operations to maintain wellbore pressure and stability, prevent blowouts, and minimise formation damage during drilling and maintenance.
| CAS Number | 7789-41-5 |
| Chemical Formula | CaBr2 |
| Concentrations | Well Completion Fluid: 10-14.2 lb/gal; Workover Fluid: 12-14.2 lb/gal |
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Industrial Applications
Oil and Gas
- Well Completion Fluids: Balances formation pressures during well completion.
- Workover Fluids: Maintains stability and prevents formation damage.
Water Treatment
- Deicing Agent: Prevents ice formation in water distribution systems.
Pharmaceuticals
- Sedative: Used in sedative medications.
- Anticonvulsant: Ingredient in anticonvulsant drugs.
Chemical Manufacturing
- Bromine Source: Source for brominated compounds.
- Catalyst: Used in organic synthesis reactions.
Photography
- Photographic Chemical: Prepares emulsions for films and papers.
Construction
- Concrete Additive: Accelerates concrete setting, especially in cold weather.
Fire Retardants
- Flame Retardant: Enhances fire resistance in textiles and plastics.
