Mud Balance

Product Code :MSI 1034

The Mud Balance is a precision laboratory instrument designed to determine the specific gravity (density) of drilling mud, bentonite slurry, cement slurry, and other semi-liquid materials. Engineered for accuracy and durability, the instrument measures densities ranging from 0.8 to 2.7 g/cm³, making it an essential tool for drilling operations, geotechnical investigations, and construction quality control.

The mud balance features a stainless steel beam, stainless steel sample cup with lid and overflow vent, precision sliding counterweight, and a knife-edge fulcrum for accurate balancing. The instrument is supplied complete with a protective wooden storage box.

Key Features

• Measures specific gravity from 0.8 to 2.7 g/cm³

• Precision stainless steel calibrated beam

• Stainless steel sample cup with lid and overflow vent

• Smooth sliding counterweight with graduated scale

• Knife-edge fulcrum for accurate balancing

• Adjustable leveling screws with built-in spirit level

• Rugged and corrosion-resistant construction

• Easy to operate with high measurement accuracy

• Suitable for laboratory and field testing

• Supplied in a durable wooden storage box

Technical Specifications

Parameter Specification

Product Model : MSI 1034

Product Name : Mud Balance

Density Range : 0.8 to 2.7 g/cm³

Beam Material : Stainless Steel

Sample Cup : Stainless Steel with Lid & Overflow Vent

Counterweight : Sliding Cursor Type

Fulcrum : Precision Knife-Edge

Leveling System : Adjustable Screws with Spirit Level

Storage Case : Wooden Box

Application : Specific Gravity Measurement of Drilling Fluids

Standard Supply Includes

• Mud Balance Assembly

• Stainless Steel Sample Cup with Lid

• Sliding Counterweight

• Spirit Level

• Adjustable Base with Leveling Screws

• Wooden Storage Box

• User Manual

Applications

The MSI 1034 Mud Balance is widely used in:

• Oil & Gas Drilling Operations

• Drilling Mud Laboratories

• Bentonite Slurry Testing

• Geotechnical Engineering Laboratories

• Foundation & Piling Projects

• Civil Engineering Laboratories

• Mining Industry

• Construction Material Testing

• Research & Educational Institutions

Working Principle

The sample cup is filled completely with drilling fluid or slurry and sealed with the lid to remove excess liquid through the overflow vent. The beam is then placed on the knife-edge fulcrum, and the sliding counterweight is adjusted until the beam is perfectly balanced. The density or specific gravity of the sample is read directly from the graduated scale, providing a quick and accurate measurement.

Advantages

• Accurate and repeatable density measurements

• Durable stainless steel construction

• Corrosion-resistant for long service life

• Easy calibration and operation

• Portable for field and laboratory use

• Stable balancing mechanism for precise readings

• Minimal maintenance requirements

Industries Served

• Oil & Gas Industry

• Geotechnical Engineering

• Civil Engineering

• Construction Industry

• Foundation & Piling Contractors

• Mining Industry

• Research Laboratories

• Educational Institutions

Why Choose MSI?

MSI manufactures premium laboratory and field testing equipment designed to meet international quality standards. Our products are trusted by professionals for their accuracy, durability, and dependable performance in demanding testing environments.

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