Micro-tube connection
US7513535B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 17, 2004 |
| Grant date | Apr 7, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 17, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16K2099/0076
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The recess (12) between the main connecting part (8) and a collar (9) contains a toroidal or otherwise shaped sealing ring or joint (3) and the end of a tube (1) incorporating an outer flange (2), whose thickness becomes zero at the crushing bulge (4) of the sealing ring (3). An excellent seal is ensured at this location, even for pressurized fluids, and the assembly can easily be dismantled.
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