Pipe joints or couplings – Adjustable angle
Patent
1990-05-30
1991-11-12
Arola, Dave W.
Pipe joints or couplings
Adjustable angle
285423, 285175, 285921, 285907, F16L 2700
Patent
active
050642260
ABSTRACT:
A nonmetallic conduit fitting having first and second tubular members rotatably coupled about a transverse axis of rotation allowing the fitting to be used in a straight or in angled positions. The first tubular member has a plurality of latching tabs with each latching tab having a first surface that rotatably and slidably engages a second surface on a flange extending from the second tubular member via a snap fit. The first surfaces of the latching tabs and the second surface of the flange define a plane of rotation therebetween which is substantially perpendicular to the axis of rotation. In the first embodiment, the latching tabs of the first tubular member engage an inwardly extending flange on the second tubular member via a snap fit. Abutment members are provided on the inwardly extending flange for engaging the gaps between the latching tabs to selectively retain the first and second tubular members in a straight or angled position. In the second embodiment, the first tubular member includes an annular wall having a plurality of latching tabs that engage an outwardly extending flange of the second tubular member via a snap fit. An abutment member on the first tubular member engages notches formed on the peripheral surface of the outwardly extending flange for selectively retaining the first and second tubular members in a straight or angled position.
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'Hubbell Incorporated
Aberle Tim
Arola Dave W.
Presson Jerry M.
Tarnoff David L.
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