Gasket
US9885435B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 7, 2016 |
| Grant date | Feb 6, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 7, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16L58/187
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method for fluidly sealing two conduits having mating surfaces is described. The method includes positioning a gasket between the surfaces, securing the two conduits together with the gasket interposed between the mating surfaces wherein the gasket includes an outer seal with a first thickness and an inner seal with a thickness greater than that of the outer seal. The step of positioning and/or the step of securing includes compressing the thickness of the inner seal. Methods of making the gaskets are also disclosed.
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