Abstract:
A high torque polymer fittings useful in fluid handling systems. The fittings are especially useful for fluid handling fittings having diameters of one inch or greater. Various embodiments of the fittings disclosed accommodate specialized wrenches for securing the fittings, the wrenches being used to tighten the fittings to a desired torque.
Abstract:
An anti-rotation device for preventing a hydraulic connector assembly from leaking. Various embodiments of the anti-rotation device provide a mechanism whereby threadably engaged connectors, such as compression fittings, are permitted to rotate only a fraction of a turn after loosening. For many applications, the limited degree of loosening is sufficient to prevent the onset of leaking. Structurally, the anti-rotation device can include a band that is secured to a female nut of a hydraulic connector. Protrusions extend laterally from the band and engage with a stop tab on the male body of the hydraulic connector assembly, thereby limiting rotation of the female nut that would otherwise cause leaks.
Abstract:
A high torque polymer fittings useful in fluid handling systems. The fittings are especially useful for fluid handling fittings having diameters of 2.54 cm (one inch) or greater. Various embodiments of the fittings disclosed accommodate specialized wrenches for securing the fittings, the wrenches being used to tighten the fittings to a desired torque. FIG. 6B
Abstract:
A coupling utilizes a tubing end portion with a bulbous shape on the exterior and a corresponding interior bulbous shape, the tubing end that engages with a fitting body with a bulbous shape and converging annular slot. The invention includes a method of forming, the method of making the components of the coupling, including specifically the bulbous tubing end portion and the fitting body, the method of making the connection. The invention includes the various components individually and together as a system or a coupling. The invention includes specific fluid flow components with such a coupling attached.
Abstract:
A high torque polymer fittings useful in fluid handling systems. The fittings are especially useful for fluid handling fittings having diameters of one inch or greater. Various embodiments of the fittings disclosed accommodate specialized wrenches for securing the fittings, the wrenches being used to tighten the fittings to a desired torque.