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Torque position make-up of tubular connections

Patent ·
OSTI ID:6179836
This patent describes a method of connecting threaded pipe sections to form a made-up tubular joint having proper sealing positioning at proper make-up torque. It comprises providing a first pipe section; providing a second pipe section; screwing the pin member and box member together; determining that the made-up tubular joint is acceptable; or determining that the made-up tubular joint should be rejected; and terminating the continuous screwing together of the pin member and box member.
Assignee:
Exxon Production Research Co., Houston, TX (USA)
Patent Number(s):
A; US 4962579
Application Number:
PPN: US 7-415473
OSTI ID:
6179836
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English