Flexible tubing/fitting connection
US6719330B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 18, 2002 |
| Grant date | Apr 13, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 18, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16L33/02
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A tubing/fitting connection provides secure sealing attachment of a tubing to a fitting. In a described embodiment, a flexible tubing is connected to a non-rigid fitting using a retainer which grips both the tubing and the fitting. The retainer also internally supports the tubing, and may sealingly engage both the tubing and the fitting.
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