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Torque limited fitting

US9310008B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 2, 2012
Grant dateApr 12, 2016
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Expiry dateFeb 26, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T137/0447
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A torque limited fitting is provided having a head and a body, which in certain embodiments may be assembled by an operator. The body of the torque limited fitting has a passageway therethrough for receiving and removably holding tubing. The torque limited fitting may be adapted for use with a flat bottom port, such as in an analytical instrument, like liquid chromatography, gas chromatography, ion chromatography, or in in vitro diagnostic systems.

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