Patent ID: 6311778
Filing Date: 2001-11-06
Classification: E21B

Abstract:
In combination with a subterranean well tool including anchoring means, said well tool being manipulatable by a control mandrel between run-in and set positions within a wellbore having casing, an anchor assembly comprising:(a) at least one housing member;(b) a bore defined through said at least one housing member for receipt of said control mandrel;(c) pivoting means moveable between initial and intermediate positions wherein said pivoting means are in a retracted condition relative to said at least one housing member and a final extended position when said well tool is in said set position;(d) means for permitting outward pivoting movement of said pivoting means from said intermediate position to said final extended position; and(e) sleeve means including first and second members for containment of said at least one housing member and further defining a grooveway for travel therein of said pivoting means between initial and intermediate positions.