PRODUCT BULLETIN

ID-FREE
ID-FREE is used in diesel oil or in oil-base muds to form a highly effective stuck-pipe spotting fluid. ID-FREE
enables spotting fluids to penetrate and crack the water base mud filter cake with an extremely high fluid loss
and solid free filtrate. These features allow the ID-FREE and oil solution to pass through the water base mud
filter cake between the stuck pipe and wellbore wall to facilitate freeing differentially stuck pipe.

Typical Physical Properties

Physical appearance Dark brown liquid

Specific gravity 0.90
pH (1% solution) 5.6-6.6

Application

ID-FREE is a convenient and easy to use liquid product that is effective in very small concentrations and has an
excellent success record. The recommended concentration is 1 gal (3.81) ID-FREE for each bbl (0.16 m3) of
spotting fluid to be prepared. This easy-to-use product with its convenient 1 gallon to 1 barrel ratio, is
preferred over sacked spotting fluid products which require more time to mix, with require more time to mix,
with more detailed formulation and mixing instructions.

Advantages

• May be used in diesel oil, mineral oil, crude oil and oil-base muds.
• May be used in weighted oil-base fluids where well control considerations require weighted fluids.
• Convenient liquid additive, quick and easy to mix at the rig site.
• Easy to remember 1-gallon- to 1 barrel ratio
• Has an approximate 85% success ratio
• Results in less time lost due to stuck pipe.

Toxicity and Handling

Handle as an industrial chemical, wearing protective equipment and observing the precautions as described in
the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).

Packing and Storage

ID-FREE is packaged in a 55 gal (208 ltr) drum.

Store in a dry, well-ventilated area. Keep away from sources of heat and ignition.

This information is supplied solely for informational purposes and IDEC makes no guarantees or warranties, either
expressed or implied, with respect to the accuracy and use of this data. All product warranties and guarantees shall be
governed by the IDEC Standard Terms of Sale.