Materials and Fundamental Research Lab
The CNPC USA Materials and Fundamental Research Lab develops and tests advanced materials for downhole completion, drilling, and measurement tools. Our research addresses challenges such as corrosion, erosion, abrasion, and extreme temperature and pressure conditions. Equipped with state-of-the-art instruments, we specialize in dissolvable metals, high-performance coatings, and ultra-high-temperature fluororubbers. By combining innovation with practical application, we deliver cutting-edge solutions to enhance efficiency and durability in the oil and gas industry. Our team of experts provides customized solutions to meet the unique challenges of drilling operations, supporting both research and field applications.
Tinius Olsen mechanical properties testing instrument
- Model: H50KT. Tensile， compression，shear， flexural strength and modulus testing of rubbers, thermoplastic materials: RT to 300°C, maximum load up to 50 KN. .
Instron mechanical properties testing instrument
- Model: 5988. Tensile， compression，shear， flexural strength and modulus testing of rubbers, thermoplastics, composites, metals: RT to 300°C, Maximum tension limit is 150KN. The maximum compression limit is 300KN.
Differential Scanning calorimetry (DSC)
- Model: Q20. Glass transition temperature and melting point measurements. Can run from –90 °C with RCS90 chiller.
Thermal gravimetric analysis (TGA)
- Model: Q50. Thermal stability testing
Dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA)
- Model: Q800. Storage modulus, loss modulus, creep, stress relaxation measurements, Glass transition temperature measurement
Auto-polisher
-polish samples for microstructural observation
Keyence Digital Microscope
-Model: VHX-6000. Observe uneven surfaces and 3D objects with large depth of field and long observation distance
Low Mag Optical Microscope
-View large parts without sample preparation
High Mag Optical Microscope
-View fine features like microstructure of opaque samples
Rockwell Hardness Tester
-Macroscale hardness testing
Micro Hardness Tester
-Micro hardness of materials, especially on coatings or surface treated materials
Shore A Hardness Tester
-Model: WAH17A/1 Rubber/thermoplastics hardness testing
Densimeter
-Materials Density testing
2L High-Temperature High Pressure Aging Test Fixture
-Accelerated aging test of rubbers/composites under High-Temperature High Pressure downhole liquid/gas conditions; Rapid gas decompression testing.
8L High-Temperature High Pressure Aging Test Fixture
-Accelerated aging test of rubbers/composites under High-Temperature High Pressure downhole liquid/gas conditions; Rapid gas decompression testing.
500 ml Ofite Autoclaves
-Accelerated aging test of rubbers/composites under High-Temperature High Pressure downhole liquid/gas conditions
Water Bath
-Dissolvable materials/plugs dissolution testing
Polymer Curing Rheometer
-Model：Premier MDR W/S2K PremierDies
Measure Polymer curing rheology
NBS Abrasion Tester
-Model：QT-NBS-7012N
Assess the abrasion resistance of polymer
50-Ton Compression Molding Press
-Model: G50H-18-BPX, Max Temp 750ºF
Rubbers, composites, thermoplastics compression molding. platen size is 18 by 18 inches. Daylight opening is 8 inches
Vacuum centrifuge mixer
-Model: DAC 600 VAC-LR
Thermoset resin vacuum mixing
Metal materials melting furnace
-Solid metallic materials melting for alloying and mixing.
High Temp Furnace
-Metallic materials heat treatment.
Ball Mill
-Efficiently mixes metal powders & refines particle morphology, enhancing uniformity and surface characteristics.
High Temp Pellet Press
Compacts & sinters metal powder with heat & pressure
High shear vacuum mixer
-Components mixing for electrode ink
Electrode coater/dryer
Electrode ink coating and drying.
Electrode calendar
-Press electrode.
Electrode cutter
Make electrode disks
Contact Information
If you have any inquiries regarding our research, products, or collaboration opportunities, please reach out to us:
Email: jason.ren@cnpcusa.com
Phone: +1 (713) 972-6530
Address: 22130 Merchants Way Ste. 190 Katy, TX.77449