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Torque limiting tool

US6497295B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJan 31, 2000
Grant dateDec 24, 2002
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Expiry dateJan 31, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B47/095
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A down-hole tool comprises a generally tubular body for connection in a drill string, the body typically having an upper tubular member and a lower tubular member interconnected to be axially secured and relatively rotatable, and a frangible element securing the upper and lower members together rotationally and adapted to rupture at a predetermined load

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