Valves and valve actuation – Mechanical movement actuator – Particularly packed or sealed
Patent
1998-01-16
2000-10-10
Walton, George L.
Valves and valve actuation
Mechanical movement actuator
Particularly packed or sealed
277514, 277530, 137312, F16K 4104, F16K 4108
Patent
active
061293369
ABSTRACT:
A stem seal assembly comprises a stem having a top end and a bottom end. The stem is adapted to fit in a valve body and interface with the valving member. A ball segment integral to the stem has a top surface facing upwardly and a bottom surface facing downwardly. A first seal engages the top surface of the ball segment and the second seal engages the bottom surface of the ball segment.
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Brochure from Pfannenschmidt GmbH Kugelhahne, KK-8-91.
German Patent Application entitled "Schaltwellendichtung", Nov. 1, 1996.
Kirk Steven M.
Sandling Michael J.
Walton George L.
Xomox
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