Mass Spectrometry

Computerized Mudlogging Service is excited to bring Ionization Mass Spectrometry capabilities to our service lineup! Enjoy the following benefits on air, water, and oil based drilling programs…

Enhanced hydrocarbon analysis over infrared or combustion chromatography:

  • Complete C1-C5 seperation.
  • C6-C10 measurement with separation into alkane, cycloalkane, and aromatic classes.
  • Partially water soluble compounds in water bearing zones (benzene, toluene, hexanes) .

Inorganic species detection and measurement:

  • Hydrogen, Helium, Nitrogen, CO2, Argon
  • Sulfur Compounds – (COS, SO/SO2, CS2) – Detect problem gasses and monitor bit wear

Continuous sampling provides a complete geochemical analysis with greater precision at all depths compared to chromatographic separation. Delineates fluid contacts, water saturation, Petroleum type. Potential for increased horizontal placement and geosteering applications.

Factory Calibration along with monitoring and normalization with fixed atmospheric gasses (N2, O2, Ar, He, Kr) enhances precision and accuracy.