Apparatus for exchanging and irradiating tubing connections
US4882496A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 29, 1988 |
| Grant date | Nov 21, 1989 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 29, 2008 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M39/18
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Apparatus for disconnecting, sterilizing and making new tubing connection. The apparatus includes electromechanical means for sensing the presence of a clamp to prevent fluid leaks during operation. The apparatus also includes means for forcing compliance with a predetermined sequence of operations. All electronic components are contained in the top of the apparatus to isolate same from any potential fluid leads which will naturally flow over and into the base of the apparatus.
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