Adaptive connector assembly

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1991-10-01

1993-08-03

Arola, Dave W.

Pipe joints or couplings

With fluid pressure seal

Separate retainer or positioner

285111, 285379, 285224, F16L 1703

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052322521

ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to an accommodating sealing sleeve which allows for the off-axis connection of two conduits. The accommodating sealing sleeve is generally comprised of an annular housing and various internal components. The internal components include an adaptive seal, an adaptive seal retainer, a bushing and a garter spring. A conduit is inserted through the housing, adaptive seal retainer and adaptive seal to become locked in. The adaptive seal is flexible to accommodate the off-axis entry of the conduit into the accommodating sealing sleeve.

REFERENCES:
patent: 1117961 (1914-11-01), Phillips
patent: 2251651 (1941-08-01), Ames et al.
patent: 4838582 (1989-06-01), Hatakeyama et al.

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