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No.: SMA-03-007-E
Date: 06/08/2017
SUBJECT: Guidon AGSSM Acid Guidance System
Process Description
The Guidon AGSSM acid guidance system is the basis of a new service that complements virtually
any acid treatment to help ensure targeted hydrocarbon-producing zones are selectively acidized
relative to water-producing zones. This service uses chemical technology developed exclusively by
Halliburton.
The Guidon AGS system is placed in alternating stages with the acid throughout the entire treatment.
The system changes the effective permeability of the zones where it is adsorbed; the subsequent acid
stage is diverted to other zones. It is a solids-free diverter (as opposed to the plugging mechanism of
typical particulate diverters). The new system can be used for sandstone and carbonate formations.
The Guidon AGS acid guidance system offers the following advantages:
Rig-less bullhead treatment; alternating stages of acid and diverter.
Non-damaging to hydrocarbon-bearing zones.
Helps to place acid where it is needed by selectively diverting acid away from water-bearing
zones.
NOTICE: This document is confidential, proprietary property of Halliburton Energy Services, Inc. It is supplied for use by
Halliburton employees only and shall not be copied, published, or disclosed in whole or in part without the prior written consent of
Halliburton.
© 2017 Halliburton
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Candidate Wells
Wells having the following conditions are possible good candidates for Guidon AGS treatments:
Temperature: 80°F (27°C) to 350°F (177°C). (Note that 350°F is the highest temperature at
which lab testing has been conducted, it is highly likely that the material will function at
higher temperatures. Also note that at temperatures above 325°F, Guidon AGS treatments
should be used for temporary diversion only; long term reduction in water permeability
cannot be expected).
Lithology: sandstone or carbonate lithology.
Permeability: up to 6 darcy.
Treatment Design
Formulation Design
Temperature and permeability are used to differentiate the recommended treating concentration of
Guidon AGS Service treatments.
For permeability greater than 10 md:
325°F and below—67 gal of HPT-1 component per 1,000 gal
Above 325°F—100 gal of HPT-1 component per 1,000 gal
For permeability less than 10 md:
For all temperatures—33 gal of HPT-1 component per 1,000 gal
Volume Design
The original recommendation for treatment size was to pump a volume of Guidon AGS Service
treatment equal to the volume of acid planned. After a significant number of Guidon AGS treatment
jobs were pumped it became apparent that in most cases this amount of Guidon AGS treatment is not
required. Based on job results/experience, two potential methods for determining treatment volumes
have evolved:
1. Calculate the Guidon AGS treatment volume based on 0.85 feet of penetration into the rock
matrix. For example, for a formation with 20% porosity and a 9 inch hole ID, 0.85 foot
penetration would be 6.4 gal/ft of Guidon AGS treatment. This volume would be based on
the entire interval length, and would be broken into stages as discussed below.
2. Use a Guidon AGS treatment volume equal to 50% of the acid volume for permeabilities
greater than 500 md. Use a Guidon AGS treatment volume equal to 30% of the acid volume
for permeabilities less than 500 md.
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However, for the first Guidon AGS treatment job pumped in a particular area, the best idea still may
be to start with a volume of Guidon AGS treatment equal to the acid volume, and adjust this quantity
in subsequent jobs, using one of the two methods above. In all cases it is recommended to pump
Guidon AGS treatment in stages. The volume of total fluid used in each stage should depend on the
number of stages. Since the first fluid pumped will enter the most permeable zone, less acid should
be used in this stage. Most of the acid should be used in subsequent stages to treat the lower
permeability zones (see Table 3).
Mix Water
Guidon AGS treatment can be mixed in a variety of brines, with 2% KCl being preferred. The
performance of HPT-1 polymer is essentially the same regardless of the salt used. In all cases the
mix water must have a pH of 7.0 or higher before addition of the HPT-1 component. The approved
mix waters are:
KCl up to 21% (9.5 lb/gal)
NaCl up to 20% (9.6 lb/gal)
NaBr up to 26% (10.3 lb/gal)
CaBr2 up to 43% (12.0 lb/gal)
CaCl2 up to 21% (9.9 lb/gal)
NH4Cl up to 5%
The order of mixing for various brines is shown below:
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3. Check the pH and add more BA-20 buffer if necessary to lower the pH to the 5.0 to 6.5
range.
Note The final target pH range for all mix waters is 5.0 to 6.5. The pH must be lowered to at least
6.5, but a pH lower than 5.0 can be tolerated. However, using BA-20 buffer, it is unlikely
that the pH will ever fall lower than 4.5.
NH4Cl up to 5%
The HPT-1™ polymer should be added to the water first, followed by the dry salt, with adequate
circulation. After dissolution of the salt, the BA-20 buffer should be added to reach the target pH of
5.0 to 6.5. Alternatively, a high concentration solution of NH4Cl can be used and mixed as described
below.
Example
100 bbl of 67 gal/1,000 gal HPT-1 polymer in 9.5 lb/gal CaCl2, starting with 11.6 lb/gal CaCl2
1. In an appropriate container, mix 281 gal of HPT-1 polymer and 2,418 gallons of fresh water.
Mix until homogeneous.
2. Slowly add, with circulation, 1,500 gal of 11.6 lb/gal CaCl2 to the HPT-1/water mixture. Mix
until homogeneous.
3. Add 4 gal of BA-20 buffer. The final pH should be in the range of 5.0 to 6.5.
Mixing with Acid
Acid can be directly mixed into the HPT-1 solution if desired. At this point, only HCl (up to final
HCl concentration of 15%) and acetic acid (up to final acetic acid concentration of 10%) have been
tested, but it is anticipated that there will not be any problems with the other blends. Mixing is
similar to that for heavy brines mentioned above, in that the HPT-1 polymer must be prediluted with
water, followed by addition of concentrated acid. Below is an example for mixing 37% HCl with
HPT-1 solution, to obtain a final HCl concentration of 15%.
Example
100 bbl of 67 gal/1,000 gal HPT-1 polymer in 15% HCl, starting with 37% HCl
1. In an appropriate container, mix 281 gal of HPT-1™ polymer and 2,216 gal of fresh water.
Mix until homogeneous.
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2. Slowly add, with circulation, 1,703 gal of 37% HCl to the HPT-1 polymer/water mixture.
Mix until homogeneous.
Corrosion inhibition testing has been done in HCl and acetic acid, with MSA-III™ and HAI-404™
inhibitors on N80 and 13Cr metal, at 200° and 300°F. HPT-1 polymer did not significantly alter the
corrosion inhibition in any of the tests. For questions regarding other acids, inhibitors, or metals,
contact Duncan Technology Center (DTC).
Other Fluids
For any fluids other than those mentioned above, contact DTC.
Compatible/Incompatible Additives
Various additive compatibilities are listed in Table 4. These evaluations were made by adding the
additive to HPT-1 solutions and checking for haze/precipitation. This same check should be carried
out with the mix water and HPT-1 polymer to be used on the job. If excess haze and/or precipitation
occurs, do not use, and/or contact DTC (see contact information at end of bulletin). For the use of
any additives not listed in Table 4, contact DTC for recommendations.
Table 4―Additive Compatibilities at 6000 ppm HPT-1 Polymer Concentration in 2% KCl at pH of 5.6
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Table 4―Additive Compatibilities at 6000 ppm HPT-1 Polymer Concentration in 2% KCl at pH of 5.6
Treatment Considerations
There are no special treatment considerations for Guidon AGS. As mentioned previously, Guidon
AGS treatment should be pumped alternately with acid stages. There are no needs for preflushes,
overflushes, or shut-in times.
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Note Additive compatibility at lower concentrations of HPT-1 polymer may vary from the
information found in Table 4. HPT-1 polymer is primarily cationic at pH below 7, and
anionic at pH above 7. As a rule of thumb, compatibility can be predicted based on the
surfactant additive charge.
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Environmental Information
Important Some of the chemical components described in this bulletin have not been
environmentally evaluated according to OSPAR regulations and are not intended for use
in the North Sea area. Contact your country chemical portfolio manager to determine
which are available in your area.
Pricing
Guidon AGS treatment is priced per gallon pumped, for US pricing visit this link:
http://halworld.corp.halliburton.com/HES/HESBD/HESBDGA/HESBDGA_content/PriceBook/050
102_matl.pdf
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Contact Information
For additional information, contact:
PE Tech Services at: 580-251-2000 or FHOUPETECHSVCS@Halliburton.com
For a list of PE Tech Services contacts, visit:
http://halworld.corp.halliburton.com/internal/PS/pe/contents/Contacts/TechSvs_ProdEnh.html
Revisions
Bulletin Originally Issued: 2003
Approved By: DD
Revision
Revision Date Revised
Approved By
A Jan-2004 LE
B Dec-2005 LE
C Jan-2006 LE
D Feb 2008 LE
E June 2017 LE
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