Tubing holding device for roller pumps
US8047819B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 22, 2006 |
| Grant date | Nov 1, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 14, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16L3/1041
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A tubing holding device for a roller pump is disclosed. The tubing holding device is removable from the roller pump, slidably moveable and able to be opened to allow for easy exchange of tubing in roller pumps. The tubing holding device comprises a clamping mechanism that securely holds tubing in place. Tubing of various sizes may be used within a roller pump by selecting the appropriately sized tubing holding device, or by using a tubing holding device, such as one embodiment disclosed, which may be adjustable for different sizes of tubing. Roller pumps including the tubing holding devices, and methods of loading such roller pumps are also disclosed.
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