Carrier block and gripper block for coiled tubing assembly
US10287833B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 3, 2016 |
| Grant date | May 14, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 3, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B19/084
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A combination of a carrier block and gripper block is disclosed. The gripper block includes a first side and a second side spaced apart from the first side, and an upper surface spanning the distance between the first side and the second side. The upper surface includes a gripping surface. The gripper block includes at least one recess positioned in at least one of the first side and the second side of the gripper block, the at least one recess including an engagement surface. A retention device includes a retention feature proximate the first end and extending laterally away from a longitudinal axis of the retention device. The carrier block includes at least one retention recess disposed at least partially through the carrier block, the at least one retention recess being configured to receive a second end of the retention device.
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