Title:
RISER CONNECTOR
Document Type and Number:
WIPO Patent Application WO2004018825
Kind Code:
B1
Abstract:
A tabular connection (7) is provided for connecting an upper tubular member (10) with a lower tabular member (12). A radially movable latch body (20) is positioned outward of the tabular members. Outer load flanks (25) on the latch body are slidably engageable mddi inner load flanks (24) on the tabular members. A radially projecting member (32) and a corresponding guide recess (34) are provided for guiding the latch body with respect to one of die tubular members. A saféty actuator (30) and corresponding mating surface (38) may also be provided for urging the latch body outward.
Inventors:
MILBERGER LIONEL J
MCCANNA JASON C
MCCANNA JASON C
Application Number:
PCT/US2003/026365
Publication Date:
September 23, 2004
Filing Date:
August 22, 2003
Export Citation:
Assignee:
DRIL QUIP INC (US)
International Classes:
E21B33/038; F16L21/08; F16L25/00; F16L35/00; F16L37/00; E21B17/08; E21B; (IPC1-7): F16L35/00
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