Method and apparatus for retaining shaped charges
US4889183A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 14, 1988 |
| Grant date | Dec 26, 1989 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 14, 2008 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B43/117
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
The invention provides a perforating assembly and a method and apparatus for retaining shaped charges in a charge carrier. A shaped charge body has two clips associated with it: a band clip having a plurality of radially extending tabs oppositely oriented for mounting the shaped charge body in the charge carrier, and for securing the shaped charge body in place; and a wire clip mounted on the shaped charge body and adapted to hold a detonating cord in contact with the shaped charge.
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