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Fluid splitter in a fluid end or plunger pump

US11867171B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 15, 2021
Grant dateJan 9, 2024
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Expiry dateDec 29, 2041

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF04B53/16
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A fluid splitter, a fluid end, and a plunger pump are provided. The fluid splitter includes: a body having a shape of column and including a first end, a second end, and a side surface connecting the first end and the second end; a first opening, located at the side surface of the body; a first cavity, located at the first end; a first channel, communicated with the first opening and the first cavity, respectively, the first channel extending from the first opening to the first cavity and being configured to allow fluid to flow therethrough; a second opening, located at the side surface of the body; a second cavity, located at the second end; and a second channel, communicated with the second opening and the second cavity, respectively, the second channel extending from the second opening to the second cavity and being configured to allow fluid to flow therethrough.

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