Gasket for use with an air brake hose coupling member
US6290238A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 14, 2000 |
| Grant date | Sep 18, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 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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