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Isolation valve seal

US7357371B2 · kind B2 · utility

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21Claims
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Filing dateApr 3, 2006
Grant dateApr 15, 2008
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Expiry dateApr 29, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16K3/0227
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Methods and apparatus for sealing an aperture that provides fluid communication between a second and first chamber of a dual chamber orifice fitting. A sealing assembly comprises a closure member that is rotatably moveable between an open and closed position relative to the aperture. A secondary seal is disposed within a recessed portion on a sealing face of the closure member. The recessed portion has a perimeter defined by a shoulder A primary seal is disposed within a groove formed between the shoulder and the secondary seal.

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