Clay Dissolve
Separates sticky clay particles — reduces bit balling and reamer binding.
Clay Dissolve is a liquid clay dispersant that breaks apart sticky clay aggregates, reducing the tendency for clay to pack around bits, reamers, and drill string. It works by disrupting the electrostatic bonds that cause clay particles to stick together.
Particularly effective in sticky clay formations where traditional inhibitors alone aren't enough. Often used alongside Clay Control or Swell Stop for maximum effect in challenging ground conditions.
Key Benefits
- Breaks apart sticky clay aggregates
- Reduces bit balling and reamer binding
- Works alongside clay inhibitors for maximum effect
- Improves bore cleaning efficiency
Technical Specifications
- Appearance
- Light amber liquid
- Specific Gravity
- 1.02 – 1.06
- Recommended Treatment
- 3 to 8 L/1000L. Increase in heavy clay conditions.
- Packaging
- 20L pails, 200L drums
Clay Dissolve features in 4 of our standard 2-industry fluid programs
These are the ground conditions where Clay Dissolve appears in a Blick standard program. It may suit other situations too — talk to us if your conditions aren't listed.
- Sticky Clay2 systems
- Sand, Gravel & Firm
- Heavy Rock & Gravel
- Large Diameter Sand/Rock
- Non-Reactive (Large)
- Sand2 systems
- Reactive Clay2 systems
- Heavy Lifting
- Hole Cleaning (Foam)
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