Sterile coupling
US7097209B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 6, 2001 |
| Grant date | Aug 29, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 11, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S604/905
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Sterile coupling comprising a male and a female connector, each provided with a membrane device comprising a membrane surface covered with an adhesive at the exterior surface. When the connectors are brought into operation, the adhesive surface are contacted to form a bonded surface. Then, a hole is generated through the bonded surface and the sterile portions of the devices are brought into cooperations. The hole is formed by a rupture member arranged in one of the connectors. After rupturing, the membrane devices retract to a space formed between the cylindrical bodies of the connectors.
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