Method for sealing a gap sub assembly
US10295060B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 24, 2016 |
| Grant date | May 21, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 24, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16J15/062
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method for sealing a gap sub wherein injected material is used to secure a seal member in a gap. The seal member is positioned in the gap, and the material is then injected into the gap and against the seal member, seating the seal member and securing it in place once the material solidifies. The injected material is preferably electrically non-conductive.
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