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Tube clamping and closing device

US8662100B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMay 25, 2012
Grant dateMar 4, 2014
Priority date
Expiry dateAug 22, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T137/598
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The present invention provides a tube clamping and closing device which includes a main body having a first end and a second end, and a retaining assembly having several kinds of work portions and disposed at the second end of the main body. The first end has a first clamping member extending laterally and having a threaded hole extending vertically. A blocking member is threadedly connected to the threaded hole and adapted for closing an opening of a tube. The work portions alternatively define a clamping space with the first clamping member and the main body. Whereby a single device of the present invention can be used for different kinds of tubes or multiport valves. The present invention has advantages of operating conveniently, carrying and putting away easily, saving space and costs, etc.

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