Self-sealing connector
US4289295A · kind A · utility
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6References
14Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 6, 1978 |
| Grant date | Sep 15, 1981 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 6, 1998 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16L29/02
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A valve device having a tubular body adapted to be connected in a fluid conduit system. A self-closing valve member is pivotally mounted in the passage of the tubular body, the pivotal valve member being in a position closing the passage when the device is in a disconnected state and in an open, interlocked position when the device is in a connected state. The valve member is adapted to be pivoted from a closed position to an open position and when in the open position, moved axially with respect to the passage of the tubular body to a position whereat it is supported on a retaining lip provided in the tubular body.
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