Integral metal seal for hydraulic coupling

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1987-10-02

1989-04-04

Chambers, A. Michael

Fluid handling

Systems

Flow path with serial valves and/or closures

251368, 277111, 277206R, F16L 3728

Patent

active

048176680

ABSTRACT:
An integral metal-to-metal seal for a subsea hydraulic connector, the seal having a concave leading face extending from the male member body, the concave leading face having a flexible outer rim which seals against the wall of the female member bore. The outer rim is biased against the wall of the female member bore, and further is responsive to hydraulic pressure to flex against the wall of the female member bore.

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