Space plate with seal for joint assembly
US10612657B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 12, 2016 |
| Grant date | Apr 7, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 11, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16B2200/60
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A joint assembly includes a clamp member and a spacer plate. The clamp member includes a first jaw surface and a second jaw surface that define a gap therebetween. The spacer plate is connected to the clamp member such that the spacer plate is disposed within the gap between the first jaw surface and the second jaw surface. The spacer plate includes a body and a seal member. The body includes a perimeter. The seal member is connected to the body such that it is disposed adjacent the perimeter of the body. The seal member extends over a segment of the perimeter of the body. The seal member is in sealing engagement with the first jaw surface and the second jaw surface.
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