Patent · US Expired

Gasket for use with an air brake hose coupling member

US6290238A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 14, 2000
Grant dateSep 18, 2001
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Expiry dateFeb 14, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16L37/256
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The gasket is for use in detachably connecting two similar coupling members on the ends of air brake hoses for railroad cars to form an airtight connection. The gasket provides a ramped entrance angle and a wide sealing surface for providing better alignment and sealing during coupling with another similar member.

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