Sealing assembly with improved gasket
US11879574B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 8, 2022 |
| Grant date | Jan 23, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 8, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF24H3/06
- WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Example embodiments of the present disclosure relate to a sealing apparatus including a gasket for use in connecting HVAC fluid conduits. In one embodiment, the gasket includes a tubular body, a rim extending outwardly from an end of the tubular body, and two or more ears extending from the rim. The tubular body may be configured to engage a fluid conduit. Each of the ears may be spaced apart from the tubular body and extend in substantially the same direction as the tubular body. Each of the ears may further include an inner surface for engaging with a fluid conduit and an outer surface for engaging with a pipe clamp. The ears may further include a rib located proximate a distal end of the ear.
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