Application Examples of Fumed Silica A-200 in Oilwell Cement Slurry Optimization 5

Date: 2025-09-04 09:29

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Application Examples of Fumed Silica A-200 in Oilwell Cement Slurry Optimization 5

Fumed silica A-200 (or similar grades like Aerosil® 200) is widely used to enhance the performance of oilwell cement slurries under challenging downhole conditions. Below are specific application examples demonstrating its role in optimizing slurry properties:

5. Extending Retarder Efficiency in Deep Wells
Scenario: Cementing deep wells with bottomhole temperatures >200°C, where retarders over- or under-perform due to temperature uncertainties.
Problem: Retarder dosage sensitivity leads to prolonged thickening times or premature setting.
Solution:
Blend fumed silica A-200 (1–2% BWOC) with synthetic retarders (e.g., polyvinyl alcohol derivatives).
Fumed silica moderates fluid loss and stabilizes slurry viscosity, allowing narrower retarder dosage windows.
Result:
Thickening time controlled within ±15% of planned schedule at 200°C.
Reduced set cement permeability by 40% compared to retarder-only designs.

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