Flow set including an identifying key member having two projections cooperating to define a unique code
US7384408B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 1, 2002 |
| Grant date | Jun 10, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 14, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2205/6045
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A disposable flow set for use with a pump includes a first administration tube, at least one tube-segment having a first end and a second end, the first end connected to the first administration tube, a second administration tube connected to the second end of the at least one tube-segment; and an identifying key member connected to the at least one tube-segment. The identifying key member includes a number of teeth that define a unique code, including a combination of location and width. The teeth fit into compatible niches located in the pump.
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