Methods and apparatus to align a seat ring in a valve

Details Methods and apparatus to align a seat ring in a valve Methods and apparatus to align a seat ring in a valve

2011-06-07

2011-06-07

Fristoe, Jr., John K (Department: 3753)

Valves and valve actuation

Valve

Seats

C251S360000, C251S333000, C251S334000, C251S359000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07954788

ABSTRACT:
Methods and apparatus to align a seat ring in a valve are described. An example fluid valve includes a valve body having a curved internal surface to receive a seat ring and a seat ring having a sealing surface to receive a movable control member and a curved surface opposite the sealing surface to engage the curved internal surface of the valve body.

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