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Drilling head

Patent ·
OSTI ID:6201981

A drilling head comprises a tubular body adapted for connection above a well head and having a removable side outlet with a replaceable wear bushing. An assembly removably secured in the head includes a stator and rotor with bearing means and rotating seal means therebetween. A replaceable tubular, kelly seal boot or stripper carried by the rotor includes an enlarged upper end which diverts drilling mud away from the rotating seal and toward the side outlet. Lubricating means is provided for the rotating seal.

Assignee:
Smith International Inc.
Patent Number(s):
US 4480703
OSTI ID:
6201981
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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