Patent ID: 6557643
Filing Date: 2003-05-06
Classification: E21B

Abstract:
A rod hanger and clamp assembly, comprising:an annular body disposable around a rod having at least one radial aperture formed there-through, wherein the at least one radial aperture comprises a first threaded inner diameter that is larger than a second non-threaded inner diameter and a shoulder; at least one rod holder disposable through the at least one radial aperture, the at least one rod holder having a first threaded outer diameter for mating with the first threaded inner diameter of the at least one radial aperture and a stop formed on the outer diameter to prevent axial movement of the at least one rod holder within the at least one radial aperture; and a retaining member removably disposed on one end of the at least one rod holder, whereby the at least one rod holder is adjustable within the at least one aperture for applying a predetermined radial force on the rod and thereby supporting a weight of the rod when the predetermined force is applied.