Valves and valve actuation – Blow-out preventers
Patent
1979-09-24
1981-09-22
Schwadron, Martin P.
Valves and valve actuation
Blow-out preventers
92 17, 92 24, E21B 3306, F15B 1526
Patent
active
042905770
ABSTRACT:
A ram lock for blowout preventer rams which permits locking of the ram at multiple and adjustable positions. Automatic locking of the ram at a desired position, such as in adjustable sealing positions to compensate for ram elastomer wear, is obtained. The ram also automatically unlocks in response to opening fluid pressure acting on a cylinder liner which contains a ram carrier moving the ram.
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Chambers A. Michael
Hydril Company
Schwadron Martin P.
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