Circular Cement Expansion Mold Kit by ATICO EXPORT

The circular cement expansion mold is designed to measure the expansion or shrinkage characteristics of well cement slurries. In a typical well cementing operation, a cement slurry is pumped into the annulus between the well casing and the bore hole. As the cement slurry hydrates, it undergoes a volume change which translates into bulk expansion or shrinkage. Knowing the amount of expansion or shrinkage allows users to design cement systems that achieve optimal bonding with the borehole and well casing without sacrificing the integrity of the cement matrix.

The mold’s external ring has a vertical slit on one side to allow expansion. Before testing begins, the width of the gap is measured with the included micrometer. The mold is filled with cement slurry and cured in a water bath or curing chamber. As the cement cures, the external ring expands or contracts with the slurry. At the end of the test, the gap is measured again to determine the expansion factor.

Included Items:

• Circular cement expansion mold
• Micrometer stand
• Micrometer
• Carrying case with custom foam insert