Scale Inhibitor for Oilfield & Water Systems | CNPS
Scale Inhibitor – Long-Term Protection Against Mineral Scale Deposition
Product Overview
The CNPS Scale Inhibitor is a high-performance chemical designed to prevent the formation and deposition of mineral scales such as calcium carbonate (CaCO₃), barium sulfate (BaSO₄), and strontium sulfate (SrSO₄) in oilfield and industrial water systems. By controlling crystal nucleation and growth, the product protects pipelines, heat exchangers, pumps, and process equipment from scale-related blockages and corrosion, improving system efficiency and reliability. Widely applied in oil production, water injection, cooling water, and industrial water treatment, the scale inhibitor ensures long-term protection and reduces operational downtime.
Key Advantages
- Effective Scale Prevention — Prevents the formation of hard and soft mineral scales, maintaining smooth flow in pipelines and equipment.
- Broad Compatibility — Suitable for freshwater, seawater, produced water, and high-salinity systems.
- High Efficiency at Low Dosage — Optimized formulation minimizes chemical consumption while providing reliable scale protection.
- Compatible with Oilfield Chemicals — Can be used alongside corrosion inhibitors, biocides, and other treatment chemicals without interference.
- Easy to Apply — Suitable for continuous or batch dosing; stable performance under field conditions.
Typical Technical Parameters
| Item | Specification |
| Appearance | Clear to slightly hazy liquid |
| Density | 1.05 – 1.20 g/cm³ |
| Active Ingredient | ≥ 30% |
| Solubility | Water-soluble |
| Recommended Dosage | 10 – 200 ppm |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C – 90 °C |
- Oil & Gas Production – prevents scale deposition in injection wells, flowlines, and separators
- Water Injection Systems – protects water injection equipment and reservoirs from scaling
- Cooling Water Systems – prevents fouling of heat exchangers, cooling towers, and pipelines
- Industrial Water Treatment – protects boilers, process water, and storage tanks from mineral deposition
Injected directly into the water or fluid stream using continuous or batch dosing systems.
Optimal dosage should be confirmed through laboratory testing or field trials.
Recommended dosage range: 10 – 200 ppm (recommended values, not guaranteed). Optimal dosage should be confirmed through laboratory testing or field trials, considering water chemistry, scale type, and system conditions.
🔧Compatibility / Performance
Can be used alongside corrosion inhibitors, biocides, and other treatment chemicals without interference. The inhibitor controls crystal nucleation and growth of CaCO₃, BaSO₄, and SrSO₄ scales and is suitable for freshwater, seawater, produced water, and high-salinity systems; site-specific performance should be confirmed by testing on the actual water chemistry.
⚙️Safety & Handling
Wear proper personal protective equipment during handling. Avoid prolonged skin or eye contact. Follow site chemical-handling procedures and the safety data sheet information confirmed at the time of purchase.
💎Packaging & Storage
Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from direct sunlight and heat sources. Keep containers tightly sealed to prevent contamination and maintain chemical stability. Packaging configurations, container sizes, and shelf life are to be confirmed with CNPS at the time of inquiry.
🎨Why CNPS
- Targeted Scale Control — Prevents CaCO₃, BaSO₄, and SrSO₄ scale formation and deposition in pipelines and equipment.
- Wide Water-Type Coverage — Suitable for freshwater, seawater, produced water, and high-salinity systems.
- Cost-Effective Protection — High efficiency at low dosage minimizes chemical consumption while protecting equipment and reducing downtime.
- Combined Treatment Compatible — Works alongside corrosion inhibitors, biocides, and other treatment chemicals without interference.
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