Metal chevron axial seal
US9458691B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 13, 2014 |
| Grant date | Oct 4, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 19, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16J15/20
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A subterranean wellbore assembly includes an outer cylindrical wall and an inner cylindrical wall cooperatively defining an annular space. A seal assembly is disposed within the annular space. The seal assembly includes chevron seals. Each chevron seal includes a central portion and two axially and radially extending wing portions. Chevron seals may be of polymeric PEEK material or of nickel based material. Other seal assemblies may be arranged in the annular space in place of the seal assembly.
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