SEALING RING WITH IMPROVED FASTENER

摘要

One aspect of the present invention includes a sealing ring having a split-ring annular band which includes a first and second end. A first tab i s disposed at the first end, with the first tab extending away from the annular band. T he first tab also includes a first threaded aperture. A second tab is disposed at the second end, with the second tab also extending away from the annular band The second tab also includes a second threaded aperture. Additionally, a thread of the first aperture is different from a thread of the second aperture. Further, the sealing ring includes a fastener threadedly engaged with the first and second apertures. Rotation of the fastener adjusts a radial dimension of the annular band.