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Product Bulletin

CD-500 Centrifuge

The M-I SWACO* CD-500* centrifuge is the newest high-


volume, high-speed decanting centrifuge for drilling-mud and
fluids-management applications. In recent testing, its large size
and powerful, variable-speed motor allowed it to process up to
200 GPM (757.1 L/min) of 9-lb/gal (1.1-kg/L) fluid at a D90 cut
point of 8 to 12 microns. It commonly delivers high fluid-recovery
rates and efficient solids control that significantly reduce the
Features
costs of makeup fluids and disposal. Operating safety controls,
• High-volume processing
stainless steel critical parts and full M-I SWACO support make
• Adjustable speeds on
the CD-500 centrifuge an industry standards-setter.
bowl, scroll and pump
• Precision-balanced
Features • Safety controls
High-volume solids removal. The CD-500 centrifuge can
• Stainless steel and tungsten
process up to 200 GPM (757.1 L/min) of drilling fluid.
carbide critical components
Variable bowl speed. The bowl speed can be adjusted infinitely
from 379 G’s at 1,200 RPM to 2,066 G’s at 2,800 RPM to control Benefits
particle separation (cut point) for improved solids removal or
• Allows drilling at high ROP
cleaner effluent:
• Solids-control efficiency can be
• At 1,600 RPM and feed rates of 200 GPM (757.1 L/min),
fine-tuned to well conditions
it provides a D90 cut point of 8 to 12 microns,
depending upon the composition of the mud • Runs efficiently at high speeds
for prolonged periods
• At 2,800 RPM and feed rates of 100 GPM (378.5 L/min),
it provides a D90 cut point of 3 to 6 microns, • Protection against failure
depending upon the composition of the mud at high speeds
Variable-speed pump. Calibrating pump speed with feed rate • Longer life and lower
allows an optimum relationship between the two variables that maintenance costs
improves solids-control efficiency.
Programmable Logic Controller (PLC). The PLC makes and
monitors speed adjustments and may be housed within an
explosion-proof enclosure. RPM readouts of the conveyor and
bowl are displayed at the control panel.
Tungsten-carbide scroll points. Tungsten-carbide hardfaced
points at the tapered end of the scroll protect the conveyor
against wear.
Specially designed, widely spaced flights. Conveyor pitch in
the conical section is designed to reduce plugging and promote
maximum solids removal at high-differential speeds.
Stainless steel components. The stainless steel bowl, scroll, com-
partment and cover resist corrosion and provide long service life.
Operating safety controls. Safety features include self-limiting
vibration and torque switches to protect against catastrophic
failure known to occur in other “high-speed” centrifuges.
Drive options. The centrifuge can be supplied with a number
of drives: standard electric, PLC-controlled, variable-frequency
drive, hydraulic drive or MAGNADRIVE*.
Mounting options. For tight-fitting offshore installations,
the centrifuge can be supplied with a pedestal mount. For
land applications, the low-mount design allows for a simple
centrifuge stand with one set of handrails.

Benefits
• Provides precise control over the separation process to
accommodate variations in solids loading and material
sizes; can be regulated to produce cleaner effluent.
• Automatic PLC monitoring and adjustment compensates
for varied drilling conditions, while reducing operator
involvement and effort.
• Reduces solids packoff.
• Rugged construction and corrosion-resistant materials provide
long service life and low maintenance costs in the toughest
oilfield environments.
• Works efficiently with other M-I SWACO equipment to
maximize solids control.

How It Works
The heart of the M-I SWACO CD-500 centrifuge is its high-
speed, precision-balanced rotating stainless steel bowl. Inside
the bowl, a single-lead spiral-screw conveyor rotates in the same
direction as the bowl but at higher RPM.
Feed slurry enters through a hollow axle at the narrow end
and is distributed to the bowl. Centrifugal force as high as
379 G’s at 1,200 RPM (or 2,066 G’s at 2,800 RPM) holds the slurry
against the bowl wall in a “pool.” Trapped silt and sand-sized
particles settle and spread against the bowl wall where they are
scraped and conveyed to the solids underflow discharge ports
by the tungsten-carbide-tipped scroll flights on the conveyor.
Silt and sand particles exit damp, but with no free liquid.
The cleaned fluid is discharged through weirs that regulate the
pool depth.
Specifications for Hydraulic-Drive Configuration*
Physical Data
Bowl size, in. (mm) 19.7 (500)
Length, in. (mm) 157.5 (4,000)
Width, in. (mm) 84.6 (2,150)
Height, in. (mm) 80.3 (2,040)
Weight, lb (kg) 11,416 (5,178)
Horsepower 60, 60 + 20
Rotating Assembly
Length, in. (mm) 70.9 (1,800)
Lambda ratio 3.8 (bowl length/bowl inside diameter)
Weight, lb (kg) 1,754 (795.6)
Cylindrical Section
Diameter, in. (mm) 18.6 (472)
Length, in. (mm) 37.9 (963)
Material Stainless steel duplex with 1.4462
Conical Section
Diameter, small end, in. (mm) 11.4 (290)
Diameter, large end, in. (mm) 18.6 (472)
Length, in. (mm) 31.6 (802)
Cone angle 7.3°
Material:
Conical section Stainless steel duplex with 1.4462
Discharge ports Tungsten carbide HRC 67 hardfacing
Conveyor
Length, in. (mm) 65.4 (1,661)
Weight, lb (kg) 573.2 (260)
Type Single lead
Pitch, in. (mm) 5.1 (130)
Material:
Body 316 Stainless steel
Flighting 316 Stainless steel
Hardfacing Tungsten carbide HRC 67
Gear Box
Type Two-step (Cyclo)
(ZS 600 model; ZS 618-59)
Gear Ratio 59:1
Torque, maximum, lb/ft (Nm) 3,690 ft-lbs (5,000 Nm)
Weight, lb (kg) 286 (130)
Overload Protection:
Primary Electrical
Secondary Resettable mechanical clutch
Differential speed, maximum Variable — 1 to 65 rpm
*Specifications for other drives are available upon request. Contact your M-I SWACO representative.
Engineering Drawing: CD-500 Centrifuge
All dimensions are expressed in inches (millimeters).

150.5 (3,821.5)

121.1 (3,075) 26.8


3.9 (681)
(100)

72.8 (1,850)
53.7 (1,365)

59.4 (1,508) CA
44.4 (1,127)

7.5 (190)

36.8 93.4 (2,371) 20.3


(935.5) (515)

(600)
23.6
(500)
19.7
(740)
29.1
76.8 (1,950)

(845)
33.3
(725)
28.5
1.5 (37.5)

(400)
15.8

P.O. Box 42842


This information is supplied solely for informational purposes and M-I SWACO makes no guarantees Houston, Texas 77242-2842
or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the accuracy and use of this data. Tel: 281·988·1866
All product warranties and guarantees shall be governed by the Standard Terms of Sale.
1·800·654·0660
Fax: 281·988·1888
©2004 M-I L.L.C. All rights reserved.
*Mark of M-I L.L.C.
www.miswaco.com
MS-04210 10/04 Litho in U.S.A. E-mail: questions@miswaco.com

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