Bulk density of cuttings - Using the mud balance
Input(s)
\(\mathrm{W}_{\mathrm{r}}\): Resulting Mud Weight with Cuttings and Water (ppg)
Output(s)
\(\mathrm{SG}_{\mathrm{c}}\): Specific Gravity (Average Bulk Density) of Cuttings \(\left(\mathrm{gm} / \mathrm{cm}^{3}\right)\)
Formula(s)
\[
\mathrm{SG}_{\mathrm{c}}=\frac{1}{2-\left(0.12 * \mathrm{~W}_{\mathrm{r}}\right)}
\]
Reference(s)
Lyons, W. C., Carter, T., and Lapeyrouse, N. J., 2012, Formulas and Calculations for Drilling, Production and Workover, Third Edition, Gulf Professional Publishing, Page: 21.