What Are Gates and Seats?
Gates and Seats are essential components within valve systems that regulate fluid flow in downhole drilling.
- Gates: Function as barriers, opening, and closing to control the movement of drilling fluids.
- Seats: Provide a precision-machined resting surface for gates, creating a tight seal to maintain pressure and prevent leaks.
Their durability and precision are crucial for maintaining operational efficiency in challenging drilling environments.
Why Choose Oberg for Gates and Seats?
- Industry-Leading Flatness – Achieving 1/4 lightband flatness through advanced lapping processes, ensuring superior sealing precision unmatched by most manufacturers.
- Surface Finish Excellence – Manufactured to less than 1 SA, delivering an ultra-smooth finish for optimal performance and longevity.
- Made to Print – Gates and seats are manufactured to exact customer specifications, ensuring seamless integration into critical systems.
- Material Expertise – Produced using high-performance materials such as Tungsten Carbide and MONEL® K-500, built to withstand demanding environments.
- Precision Manufacturing – Advanced machining and finishing processes ensure consistent tight tolerances and high-quality surface finishes.
Applications in Downhole Drilling:
Gates and Seats are integral to:
- Mud Systems: Regulating the flow of drilling fluids to optimize pressure and performance.
- High-Pressure Valve Systems: Ensuring reliable operation in abrasive and high-stress environments.
- Flow Regulation: Maintaining control of drilling fluids to prevent operational disruptions.
Manufacturing Excellence at Oberg Industries:
Our blend of expertise and advanced capabilities ensures every Gates and Seats component meets the most demanding specifications.
- Advanced Machining: Utilizing CNC, EDM, and lapping technologies for exceptional precision.
- Quality Assurance: Comprehensive in-process checks and inspections ensure consistent, high-quality results.
- Collaborative Approach: We provide design input focused on manufacturability, ensuring your components are produced efficiently and effectively.
The Oberg Advantage:
Oberg Industries combines decades of manufacturing expertise with cutting-edge technology to deliver Gates and Seats that meet the exacting demands of downhole directional drilling. From rugged materials to precision manufacturing, every component is built to perform.
Ready to Optimize Your Downhole Operations?
Partner with Oberg Industries for high-quality Gates and Seats tailored to your needs.
Contact us today to learn more about how we can support your directional drilling projects.
