Tubular coupling
US5387016A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 29, 1994 |
| Grant date | Feb 7, 1995 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 29, 2014 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16L33/2076
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A connector for joining together a pair of fluid carrying hose members in an automotive vehicle is disclosed. The connector includes a tubular body having a first end, a second end, and a shoulder interposed therebetween, the first end including a plurality of angled barbs projecting from an outer surface thereof. The connector also includes a tubular liner press-fit into the first end of the body and a generally cylindrical, cup-shaped collar surrounding the outer surface of the first end of the body. A roll formed beadlock is formed against an interior surface of the collar to prevent axial displacement of the collar along the body of the connector. A method for making such a connector is also disclosed.
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