Conduit coupling apparatus and method
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United States of America Patent
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Jul 28, 2020
Grant Date -
Jul 13, 2017
app pub date -
Mar 27, 2017
filing date -
May 29, 2003
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Abstract
A coupling may be configured to receive and secure an insertion end of a conduit. An outer surface of the insertion end of the conduit may be smooth and free of grooves, flanges and beads. A first member of the coupling may define a first passageway. A second member of the coupling may define a second passageway. The first member may be in spin weld engagement with the second member. A gripping ring having an inner edge defining a series of teeth may be disposed within the second member. A support ring and O-ring may also be disposed within the second member.
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- 2017 Application Filing Year
- F16L Class
- 2082 Applications Filed
- 1478 Patents Issued To-Date
- 70.99 % Issued To-Date
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- 2 Citation Count
- F16L Class
- 55.47 % this patent is cited more than
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