Patented design prevents contamination of sample by pressurization fluid
Contact with pressurization fluid can compromise the integrity of sag test results. The M8500 HPHT Dynamic Sagging Tester prevents any contact between the test sample and the pressurization fluid, because the innovative design, in particular the accumulator piston, prevents the test sample from contact with any other fluid, from pressure chamber to pycnometer.
Highest pressure and temperature rating
The M8500 offers the highest pressure and temperature rating of any HPHT sagging tester available in the USA, providing the researcher with a very realistic and robust test environment. The unit is also fully compliant with API 10B and API 13B standards.
Multifunction options are available, adding many capabilities
The M8500 is available with optional Ultra HPHT Fluid Rheometer, HPHT Cement Rheometer, and/or PVT and LSM Tester modules, with more being developed. These options allow a laboratory to significantly expand the scope and variety of fluid performance testing, without having to purchase, operate and maintain multiple instruments.
The Grace Instrument M8500 High Pressure, High Temperature Dynamic Sagging Tester is designed for evaluating barite sagging and other weight material sag under simulated drilling conditions. It is also engineered for safe testing while providing ultra high pressure and high temperature sag test conditions.
U.S. Patent: 7,845,212
China Patent: CN 101614648 B
Dimensions: 30" height x 12.5" width x 25" depth (tower)
20" height x 25" width x 15.5" depth (cab)
Weight: 278 lbs.
Construction: Stainless Steel
Temperature Range: Ambient (20°F with chiller) to 600°F