Flexible pipe/end fitting assembly and method
US7204524B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 24, 2004 |
| Grant date | Apr 17, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 8, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16L33/213
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An end fitting, a pipe assembly and a method of assembling a pipe assembly according to which an end fitting is provided with a bore and at least one raised portion is provided on the surface of the housing of the end fitting defining the bore. When an end portion of a pipe is inserted in the bore the raised portion engages the corresponding outer surface of the pipe to provide a seal.
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