Compression cap

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2006-11-14

2006-11-14

Bochna, David (Department: 3679)

Pipe joints or couplings

Nonmetal to metal

Internal member

C285S259000, C285S023000, C029S237000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07134696

ABSTRACT:
A one-piece unitary compression cap for securing a pipe or tube on a fitting. The cap includes at least one inward deformation that provides an interference fit between the cap and the pipe or tube. Consequently, the cap cannot fall off the pipe or tube before being permanently crimped.

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