Perforating gun firing head with vented block for holding detonator
US6742602B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 27, 2002 |
| Grant date | Jun 1, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 27, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF42D1/045
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A firing head for a perforating gun includes a detonating block having a first end and a second end, with the second end being structured and arranged so as to be located adjacent to a detonation material. A central passage extends through the detonating block from the first end to the second end. A detonator is located and restrained in the passage so as to be adjacent to the detonating material. At least one venting passage extends from the central passage to an exterior of the detonating block.
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