Abstract: The present invention generally relates to a valve for use in an oilfield tool. The valve includes a valve body and a valve member disposed in the valve body. The valve member is movable between an open and closed position. The valve member includes an aperture therethrough. The valve further includes a pressure relief member disposed in the aperture, whereby at a predetermined pressure the pressure relief member will permit fluid communication. In another aspect, the invention provides an apparatus and a method for introducing fluid into a tubular.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
June 26, 2002
Date of Patent:
December 21, 2004
Assignee:
Weartherford/Lamb, Inc.
Inventors:
Steve W. Fournier, Jr., Doyle F. Boutwell, Jr.