Method for fixing a tube to a connector, and connecting kit
US10408366B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 17, 2014 |
| Grant date | Sep 10, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 7, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF05D2230/232
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A fastening method for fastening a tube (50) to a connector (101, 102), the method comprising the following steps: a) providing a connection kit comprising a sleeve, and a coupling for connecting together at least one pair of tubes, of generally tubular shape; b) placing the coupling in a first position in which the first end of the coupling projects outside the sleeve through a first end (10A) thereof; c) then fastening the first tube in leaktight manner to the first orifice; d) moving the coupling relative to the sleeve into a second position in which the first orifice lies inside the sleeve; and e) with the coupling in the second position, fastening the sleeve (10) at a sufficient distance from the coupling (20). A connection kit for performing the method.
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