Density

One of the most important properties monitored throughout the OFITE 4-SCALE METAL MUD BALANCE WITH
drilling operation is mud density. The OFITE mud balance is engi- CASE
neered so that the mud cup at one end of the beam is balanced by
a fixed counterweight at the other end, with a sliding-weight rider
#115-00
that moves along a graduated scale. A level bubble is mounted on
the beam to ensure accurate balancing. The OFITE metal and Size: 21.5" × 4.5" × 4" (55 × 11 × 10 cm)
plastic mud balances are rugged instruments built to withstand the Weight: 4 lb 3 oz (1.9 kg)
hardships of field testing, and are designed to reduce the need for
re-calibration. Components:
#100-25-2 Rider
The sleek new 4-scale OFITE Metal Mud Balance features a #100-29 Level Bubble Vial
Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) all-machined manufactur- #100-40 Case, Beige
ing process, instead of the old die-cast molded method which has #100-56 Lead Shot for Calibrating
been utilized for years. This uniform method of construction results #115-02 Arm
in a much stronger, more rugged instrument that sets the industry #115-06 Lid, Stainless Steel
standard for accuracy, and is easier to calibrate. The zinc-alu- #115-22 Base, Stainless Steel
minum alloy anodized beam is corrosion resistant and the smooth #115-32 Knife Edge
silk-screen finish is easily cleaned and promotes clear, accurate #115-34 Shotwell for Lead Shot
readings. This truly represents the “next generation” of mud bal-
Optional:
ance design, and will result in many years of useful service.
#115-01 OFITE Metal Mud Balance Without Case
Density Measurement Ranges:
- 6.5 - 23.0 lb/gal
- 0.79 - 2.72 specific gravity
- 49 - 172 lb/ft3
- 340 - 1,190 PSI/1,000 ft

The full-sized plastic mud balance is imprinted with four density

scales with the following ranges:
- 8 - 25 lb/gal
- 960 - 3,000 specific gravity
- 60 - 189 lb/ft3
- 420 - 1,300 PSI/1,000 ft.
The plastic balance is more resistant to corrosive fluids, which is a
major advantage in some applications.

Each balance may be readily transported in a lightweight carrying

case fitted for its usage and storage.

#115-00 OFITE Metal Mud Balance

OFITE
#115-01 OFITE Metal Mud Balance Without Case
Innovation
OFITE was the first to develop a
rugged, corrosion-resistant metal
mud balance made of a zinc-alu-
minum alloy.

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 Density
OFITE 4-SCALE PLASTIC MUD BALANCE WITH
CASE
#100-00

Size: 21.5" × 5" × 4.5" (55 × 13 × 11 cm)

Weight: 3 lb (1.4 kg)

Components:
#100-00-001 Screw, #2 × 3⁄8, Pan HD, Phillips Head, Stainless
Steel
#100-02 Mud Balance Arm, Leg Base Assembly
#100-10 Base, Plastic
#100-20 Lid, Plastic
#100-25 Rider
#100-30 Level Bubble
#100-40 Beige Case
#100-56 Lead Shot for Calibrating

Optional:
#100-01 OFITE 4-Scale Plastic Mud Balance Without Case
#100-00 OFITE 4-Scale Plastic Mud Balance

OFITE
Innovation
OFITE was the first to develop a
rugged, corrosion-resistant metal
#100-01 OFITE 4-Scale Plastic Mud Balance Without Case mud balance made of a zinc-alu-
minum alloy.

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