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Seal assemblies for use with fluid valves

US8820708B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 17, 2009
Grant dateSep 2, 2014
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Expiry dateNov 13, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T137/86799
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Seal assemblies for use with fluid valves are described. An example valve trim assembly for use with fluid valves includes a cage and a seal assembly to be positioned in at least one of the cage, a cage retainer or a plug. The seal assembly includes a first seal and a first scraper. The first seal is to provide a load to the first scraper to prevent the ingress of contaminate to a dynamic sealing surface to be engaged by the first seal. Additionally, the seal assembly includes a second seal and a second scraper. The second seal is to provide a load to the second scraper. Further, the seal assembly includes a spacer between the first and second seals.

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