Blow Out Preventor Control Fluids BOP wellhead control fluids providing optimum performance characteristics in global locations
Houghton Offshore have stamped their mark on the subsea BOP fluid market with the early development and introduction of the “Stack-Magic” BOP fluid brand name. This has been followed by the Aqualink brand name for closed loop and subsea systems. Major drilling rig operators, who demand the most environmentally and technologically advanced products available in the market, have used Stack-Magic BOP fluid concentrates successfully for many years. As a result this high quality product backed by attentive customer support laboratories is now specified worldwide. Houghton Offshore is a major supplier of water-based technology to the Offshore Industry and we recognize and continue to respond to the ever-increasing demands to maximize environmental acceptability with optimum performance in safety critical equipment.
PRODUCT DATA
STACK-MAGIC ECO-Fv2
has been formulated to meet the current CEFAS and OSPAR requirements and falls into the
“yellow” zone for use in Norway and is classified as an “D” within the UK chemical notification scheme with no substitutions.
AQUALINK 300-Fv2
is a ready-to-use biodegradable water glycol hydraulic control fluid specially designed to meet the requirements of closed loop hydraulic systems, as found on Jack-up rigs, providing optimum reliability, improved
STACK-MAGIC ECO-Fv2 Appearance
pH (ASTM D-1293)
AQUALINK 300-Fv2 Light red fluorescent fluid 10.0
Appearance
pH (ASTM D-1293)
Light red fluorescent fluid 9.50
2.0
Kinematic Viscosity (IP71 ASTM D-445) Kinematic viscosity @ 40ºC, cSt
2.5
Kinematic Viscosity (IP71 ASTM D-445) Kinematic viscosity @ 40ºC, cSt
Kinematic viscosity @ 20ºC, cSt
4.6
Kinematic viscosity @ 20ºC, cSt
3.0
Kinematic viscosity @ 4ºC, cSt
8.5
Kinematic viscosity @ 4ºC, cSt
4.5
Kinematic viscosity @ -10ºC, cSt
17.0
Kinematic viscosity @ -10ºC, cSt
8.5
Specific Gravity at 15.5ºC
1.05
Specific Gravity at 15.5ºC
1.06
Flash Point (IP35 ASTM D-92
None
Flash Point (IP35 ASTM D-92
None
Freeze Point (IP 12 ASTM D-97)
-20ºC
Freeze Point (IP 12 ASTM D-97)
-40ºC
Pour Point (IP 12 ASTM D-97)
-17ºC
Pour Point (IP 12 ASTM D-97)
-37ºC 1
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Blow Out Preventor Control Fluids BOP wellhead control fluids providing optimum performance characteristics in global locations
STACK-MAGIC ECO-Fv2 Bulk Modulus
2% mix
Maximum bulk holding temperature
AQUALINK 300-Fv2 2.2 x 109 N/m2
Bulk Modulus
2.9 x 109 N/m2
60°C
Maximum bulk holding temperature
60°C
Corrosion Tests:-
PRODUCT DATA
Corrosion Tests:- 2% mix IP 135B / ASTM D665B
Pass
IP 287 (paper & chips)
Pass
Pass
IP 287 (paper & chips)
Pass
Lubricity Tests ASTM D 2670 Falex:-
Lubricity Tests ASTM D 2670 Falex 2% mix:Coefficient of Friction
IP 135B / ASTM D665B
Coefficient of Friction
0.04
0.04 Sea Water Stability
Sea Water Stability 2% mix 15% added sea water Foaming IP 146 seq I (2% mix)
Mixed at 2—5% in water
Clear / stable
15% added sea water
Clear/ stable
100/0
Foaming IP 146 seq I
300/0
Ready to use
HEALTH AND SAFETY Refer to MSDS for proper handling and disposal. Please note that the MSDS includes handling, health and disposal information which should be passed on to your employees, and to anyone else who comes in contact with our product. Additional advice can also be obtained from your local Houghton representative. NOTE: Read and understand all precautions on container labels before using this product.
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General Data Metals Compatibility Stack-Magic-ECO-F v2 and Aqualink 300-Fv2 are suitable for use with steel, cast iron, copper, bronze, brass and anodised aluminium. Zinc, cadmium lead and magnesium should be avoided. Seals & Elastomers Stack-Magic-ECO-F v2 iand Aqualink 300-Fv2 are suitable for use with nitrile, butyl, ethylene propylene, silicon and Viton seals. PTFE and water-tolerant nylon are also acceptable. The products are not compatible with some polyurethane’s.
PRODUCT DATA
Seal material properties can vary within a classification depending upon compounding techniques. Compounding can enhance or diminish various properties and characteristics. In the case of Buna "N" and Viton certain formulae will be more resistant to water than others. This can also be said for some of the urethanes. Leather and cork are best avoided. Consult your packing and seal supplier for specific recommendations. Paint Likely to have a softening and stripping action on conventional paints. Where conventional paint coatings have to be replaced, those with an acrylic, epoxy or silicone base should be suitable. Storage The products should be ideally stored in dry conditions. Packaging Available in 205 litre barrels, 1000 litre bins and 2000 litre totes. Customer Service Houghton Offshore provides a free of charge comprehensive technical support service to all customers providing laboratory sample analysis, advice and guidance on all fluid associated problems. Warranty The information given here is considered to be correct and is offered for your consideration, investigation and verification. No warranties are expressed or implied, since the use of our products is beyond our control. Statements concerning the use of Houghton products are not to be construed as recommending the infringement of any patent.
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