Quick-connect sanitary hose fitting
US5320389A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 20, 1992 |
| Grant date | Jun 14, 1994 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 20, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S285/915
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A quick-connect, clampable fitting for a flexible hose which comprises a flexible main body of plastic material that is moldable or otherwise affixable to the hose. The main body including an integral flange member having an O-ring ribbed sealing face. The main body nests within a separate reinforcing shell of steel which absorbs the stress applied by the make-up clamp. For affixing the main body to the hose in the filed an alternative embodiment of the main body includes a plurality of channels and galleries into which an adherent fluid may be injected. Silicone rubber is a preferred material for the main body and for the adherent fluid which may be vulcanized.
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