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Metal-to-metal wellhead seal for rough casing

US5183268A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateApr 30, 1991
Grant dateFeb 2, 1993
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Expiry dateApr 30, 2011

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S285/917
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An annular metallic seal element for wellhead housings to provide a fluid-tight seal with a well casing that will withstand extreme temperatures and high pressures.

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