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Mud Cleaner Equipment

The efficient combination of desander and desilter for comprehensive solids control

What is a Mud Cleaner?

A mud cleaner is a solids control device that combines the functions of a desander and desilter into a single unit, typically mounted above a shaker. It effectively removes intermediate-sized solids (15-75 microns) that pass through the shale shaker screens but are too large to be handled efficiently by centrifuges.

Mud cleaners consist of hydrocyclones mounted over a fine mesh shaker screen. The hydrocyclones separate solids from the drilling fluid, which are then discharged onto the shaker screen for further drying and removal. This two-stage process provides superior solids removal efficiency compared to standalone desanders or desilters.

Dual Function

Combines desander and desilter in one compact unit

High Efficiency

Removes 15-75 micron solids with 90%+ efficiency

Fluid Conservation

Minimizes drilling fluid loss during solids removal

Custom Configurations

Available with 4", 5", or 10" hydrocyclones

Mud Cleaner Equipment

Key Functions of Mud Cleaners

How mud cleaners improve your drilling fluid system performance

Intermediate Solids Removal

Mud cleaners effectively remove solids in the 15-75 micron range that pass through shale shaker screens but are too large for centrifuges to handle efficiently. This intermediate particle size removal is critical for maintaining optimal drilling fluid properties.

Fluid Recovery

The combination of hydrocyclones and fine mesh screens allows for maximum fluid recovery while effectively removing solids. This reduces drilling fluid losses and associated costs.

Mud Weight Control

By removing fine solids that increase mud weight without contributing to viscosity, mud cleaners help maintain consistent mud weight and reduce the need for dilution.

Improved Drilling Efficiency

Cleaner drilling fluid reduces wear on pumps and other equipment, improves rate of penetration, and helps maintain wellbore stability by preventing solids buildup.

Space Optimization

Combining desander and desilter functions into a single unit saves valuable rig space compared to separate desander and desilter installations.

Cost Reduction

Mud cleaners reduce overall solids control costs by minimizing drilling fluid losses, reducing equipment wear, and decreasing the need for chemical treatments.

Mud Cleaner Types

Different configurations for various drilling applications

Standard Mud Cleaner

Standard Mud Cleaner

Our standard mud cleaner features a combination of 10" desander cones and 4" desilter cones mounted over a linear motion shaker with fine mesh screens.

Processing Capacity 500 GPM
Solids Removal 15-75 microns
Screen Area 3.5 sq.m
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Heavy Duty Mud Cleaner

Heavy Duty Mud Cleaner

Designed for high-volume operations, this model features larger hydrocyclones and a more powerful shaker for handling dense drilling fluids.

Processing Capacity 800 GPM
Solids Removal 20-100 microns
Screen Area 4.5 sq.m
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Compact Mud Cleaner

Compact Mud Cleaner

Our space-saving design is ideal for offshore platforms and mobile drilling units where space is limited but performance cannot be compromised.

Processing Capacity 300 GPM
Solids Removal 10-50 microns
Screen Area 2.5 sq.m
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HDD Mud Cleaner

Drilling fluid mud cleaner

Drilling fluid mud cleaner is a solid control equipment used to remove drilling cuttings and harmful solid phases from drilling fluid, and maintain the performance of drilling fluid. It is usually composed of a cyclone and a vibrating screen.

Processing Capacity 250 GPM
Solids Removal 10-60 microns
Screen Area 2.0 sq.m
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Offshore Mud Cleaner

Offshore Mud Cleaner

Rugged construction with corrosion-resistant materials for harsh marine environments. Features explosion-proof motors and compact design.

Processing Capacity 600 GPM
Solids Removal 15-80 microns
Screen Area 3.8 sq.m
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Custom Mud Cleaner

Custom Mud Cleaner

We can design and manufacture mud cleaners to your exact specifications, including special materials, configurations, and performance requirements.

Processing Capacity Custom
Solids Removal Custom
Screen Area Custom
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Mud Cleaner Applications

Versatile solutions for various drilling operations

Oil & Gas Drilling

JKZ mud cleaners are widely used in both onshore and offshore oil & gas drilling operations. Our equipment handles the full range of drilling fluids from water-based to oil-based and synthetic-based muds.

Special configurations available for deepwater and HPHT applications. Custom designs for land rigs, platform rigs, and mobile drilling units.

Horizontal Directional Drilling

Compact and efficient mud cleaners designed for HDD operations. Features include reduced footprint, easy mobility, and excellent performance with polymer-based drilling fluids.

Our HDD mud cleaners help maintain borehole stability while minimizing fluid loss and environmental impact during pipeline and utility installations.

Geothermal Drilling

Rugged mud cleaners built to handle high-temperature drilling conditions encountered in geothermal wells. Special heat-resistant materials and components ensure reliable operation.

Our equipment effectively removes abrasive volcanic rock cuttings while preserving expensive high-temperature drilling fluids.

Mining & Mineral Exploration

Heavy-duty mud cleaners for core drilling and mineral exploration applications. Designed to process high solids loads from hard rock formations.

Features include extra-durable hydrocyclones, reinforced structures, and simplified maintenance for remote site operations.

Need a Reliable Mud Cleaner for Your Operation?

Contact JKZ today to discuss your solids control requirements and discover how our mud cleaners can improve your drilling efficiency and reduce costs.

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