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Coverage This specification covers requirements for manufacturing nine classes of well cements and application of the API monogram Standard for three additives-bentonite barite and flash-are also included however application of the API monogram is not intended for additives Chemical and physical testing requirements are also included

A well cement which has been manufactured and supplied according to this specification may be mixed and placed using water ratios or additives at the users discretion It is not intended that manufacturing compliance with this specification be based on such field conditions

Appendixes A thru J cover optional testing procedures which may be used m association with specified applications

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