PRODUCT
API Bentonite
API-grade bentonite is manufactured out of high-quality sodium bentonite clay that has been processed according to specific standards set by the American Petroleum Institute (API). API bentonite is also recognized for its good viscosity as well as its ability to expand significantly (swelling) and develop high strength (gel strength) when mixed with water, therefore making it one of the most common types of bentonite used in condenser/additive in drilling muds and/or drilling fluids.
API bentonite is essential for the following functions during drilling operations (both onshore and offshore): wellbore stability, suspending cuttings, lubricating the drill bit, cooling the drill bit, and preventing fluid loss from the wellbore.
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API Bentonite Specification (API 13 A Sec 9 – Oil Drilling)
22.5 gms Bentonite with 350 ml fresh water – Ageing time 16 Hours as per API Standards
| Determined Parameters | Actual Test Observations |
|---|---|
| Mixing Time | 20 Minutes |
| pH | 9 – 10 |
| Viscosity @ 600 RPM | 40 |
| Montmorillonite Content | 75% Minimum |
| Yield Point / Plastic Viscosity Ratio | 2.5 |
| Filtrate Volume | 14 ml |
| Residue of Diameter Greater than 75µm (Wet Screen) | 1.50% |
| Mesh Fineness 200 BSS | 82 – 85% |
| Marsh Funnel Viscosity @ 5% | 46 sec |
| Moisture | 12 – 13% |
| Swelling (2gm/100ml) | 24 Minimum |
Chemical Composition
- Al₂O₃ : 17 – 20%
- Fe₂O₃ : 13 – 16%
- Sodium : 2.70% Max
- CaO : 2.00%
- Na₂O : 2.50%
- K₂O : 0.20%
- MgO : 3.00%
- SiO₂ : 62%
- LOI : 7 – 12% (Loss on Ignition)
API Bentonite Exporter in Saudi Arabia
Mandaksh Exports is both an API bentonite exporter from Saudi Arabia and manufacturer of API-grade bentonite. Mandaksh Exports has built its brand around quality assurance standards that adhere to both global drilling practices and the improving environmental impacts expected by their customers. The API bentonites manufactured and supplied by Mandaksh are all manufactured and tested in accordance with the International Association of Drilling Contractors (IADC), to provide API bentonites that will perform under extreme conditions.
By putting into place advanced packaging technology, strict quality inspections, and effective logistics systems, Mandaksh ensures that all API bentonite shipments will arrive at their designated locations with maintained product quality, consistent performance, and regulatory compliance. The export business developed by Mandaksh is based on providing their customers with full transparency, reliability, and ultimately developing long-term partnerships that have allowed them to become a trusted global supplier of API bentonite utilized for oilfield, drilling, and other industrial applications requiring a dependable source of API bentonite from Saudi Arabia.
API Bentonite Manufacturer in Saudi Arabia
Mandaksh Exports is a well-known manufacturer of API Bentonite in Saudi Arabia. By utilizing modern technology in advanced processed bentonite, we are able to achieve high-performance quality through detailed quality-control systems. Producing good-quality bentonite for construction, drilling fluids and the oil and gas sector requires proper processing steps to achieve sufficient swelling index, viscosity, gel strength and filtration control performance.
Each batch produced by us is subjected to the most stringent quality-testing procedures to ensure they meet set times' specifications as per API requirements and are of a consistent quality and reliable performance. With our modern infrastructure, skilled personnel with sound technical knowledge, and compliance To ISO standards, we continue to improve our processes and develop API Bentonite products that provide reliability and effectiveness to businesses in the oil and gas, geotechnical, and infrastructure industries to meet their demands in a sustainable way.
API Bentonites Supplier in Saudi Arabia
Mandaksh Exports is a reliable supplier of API Bentonite within Saudi Arabia. We offer our customers bulk-quantity products, custom packaging solutions, and delivery options to meet the varying needs of our customers. To facilitate rapid delivery through domestic and international distribution channels, we maintain high stock levels and have state-of-the-art logistics systems that can ensure on-time delivery to our customers.
In addition, we continue to supply API Bentonite to commercial contractors for large-scale projects, such as construction projects and utility installation projects; as well as provide specialized services to provide dependability and reliability of our API Bentonite products for drilling applications.