Full flow breakaway coupling
US4296914A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 26, 1979 |
| Grant date | Oct 27, 1981 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 26, 1999 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/87965
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A breakaway fluid coupling characterized by its ability to incorporate automatic uncoupling release mechanism actuated by tension forces within a fitting having unrestricted high flow rate capacities. The coupling parts are interconnected by ball detents positionable by an axially displaceable latching sleeve, and the detents are mounted within an axially displaceable collar biased against movement by tension forces wherein such biasing action, when overcome by tension forces, shifts the collar locating the detents in a release position relative to the latching sleeve to permit automatic uncoupling.
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