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Method for retarding mineral buildup in downhole pumps

US4990233A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 14, 1985
Grant dateFeb 5, 1991
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Expiry dateJun 14, 2005

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B41/02
  • WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method for retarding non-corrosive mineral build-up and plugging in check valves utilized with downhole reciprocating rod pumps, comprising ion implanting or ion plating the interior facing metal surfaces of the check valve with a nonferrous metal or metal oxide.

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