DESIGN OF A SEAT INSERT IN A BALL VALVE FOR CRYOGENIC APPLICATIONS

DE602020056739T2Active Publication Date: 2025-08-13SAINT GOBAIN PERFORMANCE PLASTICS CORP
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Patent Information

Application Number
DE602020056739
Authority / Receiving Office
DE · DE
Patent Type
Patents
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2020-01-24
Filing Date
2020-12-04
Publication Date
2025-08-13
Estimated Expiration
2040-12-04

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Ball valves experience leakage at cryogenic temperatures due to shrinkage or deformation of seat inserts and other components, leading to fluid loss.

Method used

A ball valve design featuring a seat insert with angled walls and a spring mechanism that biases the insert against the angled wall, enhancing sealing forces to prevent leakage through multiple paths, even under cryogenic conditions.

Benefits of technology

The angled wall and spring mechanism significantly increase sealing force, reducing leakage by at least 1% to 150% under cryogenic conditions, ensuring a fluid-tight seal.

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