ChampionX has been granted a patent for polycrystalline diamond compacts (PDCs) with improved properties. The method involves leaching a PCD body to remove acid, resulting in enhanced performance. The compact exhibits specific anion concentrations and pH levels for optimal functionality in various applications. GlobalData’s report on ChampionX gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
Smarter leaders trust GlobalData
Discover B2B Marketing That Performs
Combine business intelligence and editorial excellence to reach engaged professionals across 36 leading media platforms.
According to GlobalData’s company profile on ChampionX, was a key innovation area identified from patents. ChampionX's grant share as of May 2024 was 57%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Polycrystalline diamond compact with acid-free leached volume
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US12005548B2) discloses a polycrystalline diamond compact designed for use in rotary drill bits. The compact consists of a substrate and a polycrystalline diamond body with an interfacial surface bonded to the substrate and a working surface. The diamond body features a first leached volume free of residual acid and a second volume near the substrate containing interstitial material. Notably, the diamond body maintains a specific concentration of anions and a pH range of 5 to 9, ensuring optimal performance in drilling applications.
Furthermore, the patent details a process for producing the polycrystalline diamond compact, involving leaching interstitial material from the diamond body, neutralizing residual acid, and monitoring the concentration of anions during the process. By carefully controlling the acid removal and neutralization steps, the resulting diamond compact exhibits enhanced properties, including a low concentration of anions and a pH level within the specified range. This innovative technology is intended for use in rotary drill bits, where the compact's unique composition and structure can improve drilling efficiency and durability, ultimately benefiting various industries reliant on drilling operations.
To know more about GlobalData’s detailed insights on ChampionX, buy the report here.
Data Insights
From
The gold standard of business intelligence.
Blending expert knowledge with cutting-edge technology, GlobalData’s unrivalled proprietary data will enable you to decode what’s happening in your market. You can make better informed decisions and gain a future-proof advantage over your competitors.
GlobalData, the leading provider of industry intelligence, provided the underlying data, research, and analysis used to produce this article.
GlobalData’s Patent Analytics tracks patent filings and grants from official offices around the world. Textual analysis and official patent classifications are used to group patents into key thematic areas and link them to specific companies across the world’s largest industries.
