Tubing assembly, clamp, and tubing connection method
US9631754B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 14, 2013 |
| Grant date | Apr 25, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 17, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49963
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A clamp can be used to further secure the connection between a flexible tube and a tubing connector and to eliminate or diminish fluid stasis near the connection interface. The clamp can include a hollow member having a passageway extending through the hollow member, an internal thread in the passageway, and a clamping surface in the passageway. The passageway is configured to receive the flexible tube. The internal thread is configured to engage the flexible tube and has a first diameter. The clamping surface has a second diameter less than the first diameter. A hub may be used as an adapter between the clamp and the tube.
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