Product Description:
DME is an ethoxylated product in a water carrier for use as a general purpose emulsifier in water based drilling fluids when small of diesel oil are emulsified in the aqueous phase.
DME contains an effective defoamer to counteract any foam which shows in the mud pit, and is effective in both fresh and see water.
Applications/Functions:
Used as a general purpose emulsifier and finds wide application when it is required to add diesel oil to the water based drilling fluid, for defoaming or lubrication.
DME will give a stable emulsion of oil and drilling fluid in all levels of calcium or sodium salts.
Physical and Chemical Properties:
| Test Items | Specification |
| Appearance | Colourless liquid |
| Specific Gravity @ 20° C: | 0.99 to 1.07 Gr/Cm3 |
| Flash Point: | ~ 140° F. |
| Viscosity @ 20° C: | Less than 100 Cps. |
| Solubility: | Water and brine |
| Pour Point: | Below 0°C. |
| pH | 6.5 to 8.5 |
Packaging: DME is packaged in 55gal drums.