Lockable connection between tubular members
US12222051B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 27, 2023 |
| Grant date | Feb 11, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 27, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16B7/182
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A connection between a first tubular member and a second tubular member includes a first tubular end, a second tubular end, a load shoulder member threadable onto the first tubular end, and a nut receivable around the first tubular end and the load shoulder member and threadable onto the second tubular end. The connection also includes a keyway disposed axially between the load shoulder member and the second tubular end, wherein the keyway is also disposed through the load shoulder member and into the first tubular end to receive a key member.
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