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Tube joint for annular corrugated tubing

US5131696A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMay 30, 1991
Grant dateJul 21, 1992
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Expiry dateMay 30, 2011

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S285/903
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A tube joint for annular corrugated tubing includes a body having a sleeve for receiving the end of an annular corrugated tube; at least one circumferential raised lobe on the sleeve for engaging an annular corrugation of the tube; and a collar for engaging the body and including a swaging section having a first camming surface for compressing the lobe radially inwardly to engage a corrugation of the tube.

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