Fitting for tubing containment system
US9140392B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 11, 2013 |
| Grant date | Sep 22, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 5, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16L2201/30
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A fitting for use with metal tubing includes an adaptor, the adaptor having a longitudinal passage having a longitudinal axis for fluid flow; a body for receiving the tubing, the body positioned opposite the adaptor and aligned with the longitudinal axis; a metal sealing member positioned between the adaptor and the body; a nut positioned opposite the body; a jacket lock ring positioned radially inwardly of a portion of the nut, the jacket lock ring for making a mechanical connection with an outer jacket of the tubing; and at least one fastener coupling the nut, body and adapter.
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