Method of and apparatus for securing a multi-layered flexible flowline to an end fitting
US5639128A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 21, 1995 |
| Grant date | Jun 17, 1997 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 21, 2015 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16L33/01
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A tubular sleeve has a first end inserted between concentric inner and outer layers of a flexible flowline. The tubular sleeve is welded to the inner sleeve. The tubular sleeve has serrated outer surfaces for cutting into the outer layer of the flexible flowline, or alternatively, has saw tooth edges at its one end for cutting into the outer layer of the flexible flowline. The outer end of the tubular sleeve is fixedly attached to the interior of a cup-shaped end piece, either by a snap coupling or by a threaded connection.
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