Radially expandable tubular with supported end portion

Details Radially expandable tubular with supported end portion Radially expandable tubular with supported end portion

2006-05-09

2006-05-09

Jimenez, Marc (Department: 3726)

Metal working

Method of mechanical manufacture

Gas and water specific plumbing component making

C029S523000, C029S421100

Reexamination Certificate

active

07040018

ABSTRACT:
A method is provided of radially expanding a connector for interconnecting a first tube to a second tube, the connector including a pin member extending into a box member. The pin and box members have cooperating support means arranged to support the pin member so as to prevent radially inward movement of the end portion of the pin member relative to the box member. The method involves radially expanding the connector, and supporting the pin member so as to prevent radially inward movement of the end portion of the pin member relative to the box member.

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