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Multilayer tube for automotive applications

US12259083B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 6, 2022
Grant dateMar 25, 2025
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Expiry dateApr 6, 2042

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16L59/143
  • WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A multilayer tube is provided for use in with transmission oil or heating and cooling fluid applications in motor vehicles. The multilayer tube has an outer layer comprising an aliphatic or an aromatic polyamide to provide protection from the outside environment; a middle layer of a lower cost material that comprises from 20-90% of the thickness of the tube materials; and an inner layer that has excellent resistance to transmission oil or glycol coolant and temperature.

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