Valve plug assembly for pressure regulator
US10364896B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 10, 2017 |
| Grant date | Jul 30, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 10, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/6082
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A valve plug adapted for sealing engagement with a seat ring. The valve plug includes a cylindrical body with an annular flange having a groove. A pair of bores is disposed in the body, each bore having a first diameter, a first end, and a second end disposed within the body. Each bore is also adapted to receive a fastener to couple the valve plug to a mounting portion, and a recess is disposed at the second end of the bore, forming a stepped portion. The recess is adapted to receive at least one of a portion of a retainer or a portion of the fastener. A sealing disk is disposed within the groove of the annular flange and is one of a machined sealing disk or a molded sealing disk.
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