Fluid coupling assembly
US5547229A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 22, 1995 |
| Grant date | Aug 20, 1996 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 22, 2015 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16L19/0231
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A new fluid coupling assembly includes a split male nut positioned over a coupling member or gland of a fluid system. The split male nut members are preferably formed of a precipitation hardenable material. Various interlock arrangements facilitate assembly of the split male nut halves. Moreover, providing indicia on the male nut halves assists in forming the threads and subsequent assembly. A female nut assembly includes a pair of inserts that are secured together by a collar having a shoulder defined by a counterbore. An external portion of the shoulder overlaps a counterbore formed therein to increase the strength of the female nut assembly.
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