Connector with apparatus for relieving torsional strain on sealing elements
US11079049B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 6, 2019 |
| Grant date | Aug 3, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 6, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16L33/225
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A connector which relieves a sealing element of torsional strain having a first threaded engagement, optionally, a second threaded engagement, a void therethrough for receiving a tube, and a sleeve positioned between each threaded engagement and the void. The sleeve relieves the tube of torsional strain from rotating the connector.
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