Threaded connector for larger diameter tubular members
US9400069B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 31, 2013 |
| Grant date | Jul 26, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 1, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49428
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A threaded connector for a large diameter tubular member includes a pin member having an external thread formed thereon with a first contact surface located on one side of the external thread and a sealing element located on the other side of the external thread, and a box member having an internal thread formed thereon with a first contact surface located on one side of the internal thread and a second contact surface located on the other side of the internal thread. The first contact surface of the pin member and the second contact surface of the box member correspond with and are configured to engage with each other, and the first contact surface of the box member and the sealing element of the pin member correspond with and are configured to engage with each other.
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