Quick connector assembly
US5947531A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 3, 1997 |
| Grant date | Sep 7, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 3, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16L37/1205
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A connector assembly for conveying fluids, the connector assembly includes a retainer member positioned and locked inside a housing having an axial bore for receiving one end of a male conduit member. A locking arm is flexibly attached to one end of the retainer member to lock the male conduit member into the housing by engaging an annular collar located a given distance from approximal end of said male conduit member thereby providing a fluid tight connection.
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