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Bench-top Consistometer

Product Overview

In modern oil and gas exploration, the performance of oilwell cement slurry directly determines the safety and integrity of well construction. The Benchtop Consistometer  is a highly compact, precision laboratory instrument specially engineered to evaluate the thickening time of oilwell cement slurries under simulated downhole temperature and pressure conditions.

Designed strictly according to API Spec 10A / ISO 10426 standards, our benchtop HTHP consistometer provides cement laboratories, oilfield service companies, and research institutes with real-time, highly reliable viscosity data (expressed in Bearden units of consistency, Bc). Its space-saving desktop footprint makes it an ideal choice for both stationary onshore laboratories and offshore rig labs where space is at a premium.

Key Features & Technical Advantages

  • API Spec 10A Full Compliance: Guaranteed precision measurement that strictly adheres to international standards for oilwell cement testing.

  • Compact Benchtop Design: Engineered with a heavy-duty, high-integrity pressure vessel in a compact footprint, optimizing laboratory bench space without compromising performance.

  • Advanced Temperature & Pressure Control: Microprocessor-controlled heating and pressure systems allow precise simulation of complex, deep-well geothermal and hydrostatic conditions.

  • Automated Data Acquisition System (DAQ): Real-time digital monitoring and recording of slurry viscosity (Bc), temperature, and pressure profiles, with exportable data for detailed laboratory reports.

  • Enhanced Safety Features: Integrated high-pressure safety relief valves, automatic over-temperature shut-off, and burst disc protection ensure total operator safety during high-stress testing.

  • Durable & Corrosion-Resistant Construction: Premium stainless steel chassis and high-grade alloy pressure chamber withstand continuous usage with abrasive cement slurries.

Typical Applications

Our Benchtop Consistometer is widely deployed across the global energy and petroleum sectors, serving critical roles in:

  1. Oilwell Cementing Operations: Determining cement pumping time limits to prevent early setting or delayed strength development in deep wells.

  2. Cement Additive R&D: Evaluating the performance of retarders, accelerators, and fluid-loss additives under extreme temperatures and pressures.

  3. Quality Control & Assurance (QC/QA): Batch testing of commercial oilwell cements before field delivery.

  4. Third-Party Inspection Labs: Independent verification of slurry formulations for drilling contractors and oil operators.

Technical Specifications

Specification Parameter Value / Range
Applicable Standard API Spec 10A / ISO 10426
Max. Operating Temperature Up to 204°C (400°F) 
Max. Operating Pressure Up to 138 MPa (20,000 psi) 
Consistency Range 0 – 100 Bc (Bearden Units)
Paddle Rotation Speed 150 rpm ± 15 rpm
Control System Digital Programmable Controller / PC-based Data Acquisition
Power Supply 220V AC, 50/60Hz (Customizable per client region)

Why Choose Our Cementing Lab Equipment?

As a professional manufacturer and global supplier of petroleum laboratory equipment, we are committed to providing reliable, cost-effective, and fully certified testing instruments. We offer flexible OEM/ODM services, comprehensive technical support, worldwide shipping, and spare parts supply to ensure seamless operations for your projects.

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