Patient temperature control system connector apparatus
US6802855B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 8, 2002 |
| Grant date | Oct 12, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 8, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2007/0054
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A connector apparatus employable in a patient temperature control system includes a connection end which is employable for connecting to at least one other connector in the system. Includable in the connection end is an orientation device configured to align the connectors and provide for interconnection only at a predetermined orientation. The connector may be configured as either a male or female style connector and include one or more engagement devices or surfaces for engaging with another connector.
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