Valve seat insert system and method
US11353117B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 30, 2020 |
| Grant date | Jun 7, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 30, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/86019
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A valve assembly for a fracturing pump includes a valve seat having a bore, the valve seat having an upper region forming at least a portion of a strike face. The valve assembly also includes a groove and a valve seat insert positioned within the bore. The valve seat insert includes a body portion extending at least a portion of a bore length. The valve seat insert also includes an insert bore extending through the body portion. The valve seat insert further includes an upper insert region, at least a portion of the upper insert region positioned within the groove. The valve assembly also includes a valve member positioned to reciprocate within the bore, the valve member moving between an open position and a closed position.
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