Screen jacket assembly connection and methods of using same
US6530431B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 22, 2000 |
| Grant date | Mar 11, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 22, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B43/103
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Disclosed are apparatus and methods for movably securing a radially expandable sand-control screen jacket assembly to a base pipe. The screen jacket assembly is connected to the base pipe with a longitudinally moveable, sand-controlling joint. In use, the joint slides maintain a sand-controlling seal after radial expansion of the sand-control screen jacket assembly.
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