Sterilized connector apparatus and method of coupling a bioprocessor to a media source
US7488446B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 7, 2004 |
| Grant date | Feb 10, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 22, 2025 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/87708
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A disposable connector apparatus designed for one time use in a bioprocessing assembly, and a method for coupling a piece of bioprocessing equipment to a media source in a sterilized environment. The connector apparatus includes a telescoping valve formation with an actuation incorporating a one way lock mechanism that cannot be disconnected.
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