Fluid coupling and assembly
US6447017B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 29, 1999 |
| Grant date | Sep 10, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 29, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16L37/0885
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A coupling comprising a swivel stake nut or other connecting end portion rotatably coupled to a stem portion, and a jam nut or other stabilizing apparatus mounted upon or otherwise attached to one of said connecting end portion and stem portion in stabilizing relation to the other thereof, for inhibiting axial, rocking and/or rotational movement of the components during pressurized operation of the device with impulse cycling when coupled to hose or other fluid transfer component and an associated equipment port, in the absence of a separate adapter.
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