Pipe coupler and method of coupling
US6502865B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 9, 2000 |
| Grant date | Jan 7, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 9, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/5367
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method of connecting pipes in a fluid-tight end-to-end relationship and a universal pipe coupler that maintain the pipe ends proximate one another as the coupler simultaneously aligns the ends of the pipes and draws the pipes into a fluid tight sealing relationship with the universal pipe coupler colorable with frictional engaging collars or fixedly engaging collars to hold the pipe in position.
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