EP0783646A1 - Dispositif de raccordement - Google Patents

Dispositif de raccordement

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EP0783646A1
EP0783646A1 EP95932290A EP95932290A EP0783646A1 EP 0783646 A1 EP0783646 A1 EP 0783646A1 EP 95932290 A EP95932290 A EP 95932290A EP 95932290 A EP95932290 A EP 95932290A EP 0783646 A1 EP0783646 A1 EP 0783646A1
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Prior art keywords
coupling
coupling device
section
ring
coupling member
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Ulf Zeidler
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    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F16—ENGINEERING ELEMENTS AND UNITS; GENERAL MEASURES FOR PRODUCING AND MAINTAINING EFFECTIVE FUNCTIONING OF MACHINES OR INSTALLATIONS; THERMAL INSULATION IN GENERAL
    • F16L—PIPES; JOINTS OR FITTINGS FOR PIPES; SUPPORTS FOR PIPES, CABLES OR PROTECTIVE TUBING; MEANS FOR THERMAL INSULATION IN GENERAL
    • F16L37/00—Couplings of the quick-acting type
    • F16L37/02—Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection is maintained only by friction of the parts being joined
    • F16L37/04—Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection is maintained only by friction of the parts being joined with an elastic outer part pressing against an inner part by reason of its elasticity
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F16—ENGINEERING ELEMENTS AND UNITS; GENERAL MEASURES FOR PRODUCING AND MAINTAINING EFFECTIVE FUNCTIONING OF MACHINES OR INSTALLATIONS; THERMAL INSULATION IN GENERAL
    • F16L—PIPES; JOINTS OR FITTINGS FOR PIPES; SUPPORTS FOR PIPES, CABLES OR PROTECTIVE TUBING; MEANS FOR THERMAL INSULATION IN GENERAL
    • F16L37/00—Couplings of the quick-acting type
    • F16L37/08—Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially overlapping ends is maintained by locking members
    • F16L37/084—Couplings of the quick-acting type in which the connection between abutting or axially overlapping ends is maintained by locking members combined with automatic locking
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F16—ENGINEERING ELEMENTS AND UNITS; GENERAL MEASURES FOR PRODUCING AND MAINTAINING EFFECTIVE FUNCTIONING OF MACHINES OR INSTALLATIONS; THERMAL INSULATION IN GENERAL
    • F16L—PIPES; JOINTS OR FITTINGS FOR PIPES; SUPPORTS FOR PIPES, CABLES OR PROTECTIVE TUBING; MEANS FOR THERMAL INSULATION IN GENERAL
    • F16L41/00—Branching pipes; Joining pipes to walls
    • F16L41/02—Branch units, e.g. made in one piece, welded, riveted
    • F16L41/021—T- or cross-pieces

Definitions

  • the present invention relates to a coupling device in accordance with the preamble of appended claim 1.
  • Fig. 1 is a side view of a coupling member according to the present invention
  • Fig. 2 shows a locking ring which is utilized in connection with the invention.
  • FIG. 3 is a front view of the coupling member according to Fig. 1,
  • Fig. 4 is a side view of a coupling sleeve which may be utilized in connection with the invention.
  • Fig. 5 is a perspective view of the invention according to a preferred embodiment
  • Fig. 6 is a perspective view of the invention according to an alternative preferred embodiment comprising an actuation element
  • Fig. 7 is a perspective view of the actuation element according to Fig. 6, and
  • Fig. 8 is a perspective rear view of the actuation element according to Figs. 6 and 7.
  • Fig. l shows a front view of a device according to the present invention.
  • the device comprises a coupling member 1 having a first, essentially cylindrical section 2 and a second, essentially cylindrical section 3.
  • the second section 3 is of a larger diameter than the first section 2.
  • the first section 2 may be manufactured from a number of different materials such as aluminium, plastic or brass.
  • the section 2 is preferably slightly tapered towards its rear portion.
  • the first section 2 comprises a groove 4, preferably in the vicinity of the second section 3, which groove extends around the circumference of the cylindrical section 2.
  • the groove 4 is intended to accomodate a locking ring 5 which may be manufactured from steel or some other suitable material.
  • the locking ring 5, which is shown separately in Fig. 2, has an essentially circular shape but is however "open", and urges outwardly in a radial direction.
  • Two prongs 6 extend from the respective end sections of the locking ring 5 and are oriented essentially in an axial direction. The prongs 6 are arranged to be squeezed together manually in order to act against the outwardly (in a radial direction) directed force of the locking ring 5.
  • the prongs 6 extend along the first section 2 which to this end comprises an axially extending recess 7, and through a second recess 8 which is formed along a circular sector of the second section 3.
  • the second recess 8 is formed in such a manner that it is possible, by means of a tool, for example a screwdriver, to access and squeeze the prongs 6 together, thus pressing the locking ring inwardly (in a radial direction) towards the groove 4.
  • Those sec ⁇ tions of the locking ring 5 where the prongs are attached are slightly bent inwardly so that the prongs 6 do not protrude above the second recess 7.
  • the recess 8 may also be shaped so that the prongs 6 may be accessed and squeezed together manually, for example with the thumb and index finger.
  • the locking ring may by a circular ring, i.e. an open ring which lacks the above-mentioned prongs.
  • the coupling member 1 may be locked in a corresponding coupling sleeve 9 which is essentially tubular.
  • the coupling sleeve 9 comprises a circular groove 10 which is intended to cooperate with the locking ring 5 when the coupling member 1 has been inser- ted. in this manner, the coupling member 1 is locked in the coupling sleeve 9.
  • the disassembly of the device is carried out by squeezing the prongs 6 of the locking ring 5 together, either by means of a tool or with the fingers.
  • the locking ring 5 presents in its unaffected state a diameter which is slightly larger than the diameter of the groove 4, and is also slightly resilient. Consequently, the locking ring 5 may be squeezed together and set free from engagement with the groove 10 of the coupling sleeve 9.
  • the coupling member 1 may now be drawn out of the coupling sleeve 9.
  • the coupling device may be disassembled by inserting a tool, for example a screwdriver, in the recess 7, and squeezing together the locking ring in the radial direc ⁇ tion. In this manner, the locking ring may be released from engagement with the groove 10 in the coupling sleeve 9.
  • a tool for example a screwdriver
  • the coupling sleeve 9 is provided with conical inner guiding surfaces 11, which facilitate the insertion of the coupling member 1 in the coupling sleeve 9.
  • FIG. 5 there is shown a perspective view of three identical coupling members 1 which together form a T- connection.
  • This embodiment of the invention may suitably be utilized as a coupling device for a hose coupling in a motor vehicle or in machine equipment.
  • the coupling members 1 are provided with ribbed tube connectors 12 for the connection of rubber hoses.
  • Each of the three coupling members 1 comprises circular grooves or notches which accomodate sealing rings 13.
  • the sealing rings 13, which may be manufactured from rubber or the like, prevent dirt and moisture from leaking into or out of the connector.
  • the coupling member 1 is provided with an essentially cylindrical section 2 and a second section 3.
  • the second section 3 is provided with a recess 8 in which an actuation element 14 is arranged.
  • the coupling member 1 is preferably also provided with a ribbed tube connector 12 for the connection of rubber hoses or the like.
  • the coupling sleeve 9 in which the coupling member 1 is intended to be inserted is provided with conical inner guiding surfaces 11, which facilitate the insertion of the coupling member 1.
  • the coupling sleeve 9 is also provided with a circular groove 10 which is intended to cooperate with a locking ring 5, in accordance with the above- mentioned description.
  • the coupling member 1 comprises a circular groove or notch which accomodates a sealing ring 15, which preferably is made from rubber or the like.
  • the sealing ring 15 is arranged around the coupling member 1 and extends over a section of the actuation element 14.
  • the actuation element 14 is movable in the axial direction of the coupling member 1 and comprises a first protruding section 16.
  • the actuation element 14 also comprises a second protruding section (not visible in Fig. 6).
  • the first protruding section 16 is be brought into contact with the sealing ring 15 if the actuation element 14 is pushed down (manually or by means of a tool), i.e. in a direction towards the sealing ring 15.
  • the protruding sections 16, 17 have greater width than the rest of the actuation element 14, which is essentially aligned with the circumference of notch which accomodates the sealing ring 15.
  • the locking ring 5 is arranged so that its prongs 6 extend on the rear side of the actuation element 14, i.e. between the actuation element 14 and the outer wall of the cylindrical section 2. The cooperation of the locking ring 5 and the actuation element 14 will be described in greater detail below.
  • Fig. 7 shows a perspective view of the actuation element 14, which is provided with the protruding section 16 and the second protruding section 17.
  • the protruding sections 16, 17 have greater width than the rest of the actuation element 14. This makes it possible for a sealing ring to extend across the actuation element 14, between the protruding sections 16, 17 (see also Fig. 6), which thus form a passage.
  • Fig. 8 shows the rear face of the actuation element 14.
  • the lower part of the rear face of the actuation element 14 is formed with an embedded recess 18.
  • the recess 18 is shaped with two inclined walls 19, 20 which are tapered along the direction of movement of the actuation element 14 in relation to the prongs 6 of the locking ring.
  • the prongs 6 are schematically indicated by means of broken lines in Fig. 8. During operation, the end sections of the prongs 6 are normally situated in the recess 18.
  • the walls 19, 20 limit the movement of the prongs 6.
  • the coupling member 1 can be inserted in the coupling sleeve 9 as has been described above.
  • the locking ring 5 is squeezed together slightly by the conical surface 11.
  • the prongs 6 of the locking ring 5 are allowed to move within the space which is formed by the recess 18 (see Fig. 8).
  • the locking ring 5 is locked in the groove 10 in the coupling sleeve 9.
  • the actuation element 14 is pressed down, i.e. towards the locking ring 5 in the axial direction. This forces the walls 19, 20 of the actuation element 14 to squeeze the locking ring 5 together.
  • the coupling member 1 may now be drawn out of the coupling sleeve 9.
  • the sealing ring 15 Due to the fact that a section of the sealing ring 15 extends between the protruding sections 16, 17, and due to the resilient property of the sealing ring 15, the sealing ring 15 flexes when it is acted upon by the protruding section 16. In this regard, the sealing ring 15 will act as a spring device which urges the actuation element 14 to be moved to its initial position after it is released.
  • the coupling device may be utilized in connection with electrical components, pneumatic and hydraulic connections, different types of fastening elements, sealing nipples and the like.
  • the coupling sleeve 9 be provided with conical, sloping guiding surfaces 11, but instead straight end surfaces may also be utilized.
  • the coupling member 1 may be rotationally fixed in a certain angular position in connection with the mounting of the coupling sleeve 9, or may alternatively be freely turnable through 360° around the longitudinal axis of the coupling member 1.

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  • Engineering & Computer Science (AREA)
  • General Engineering & Computer Science (AREA)
  • Mechanical Engineering (AREA)
  • Quick-Acting Or Multi-Walled Pipe Joints (AREA)
  • Mutual Connection Of Rods And Tubes (AREA)

Abstract

Dispositif de raccordement permettant de relier un premier élément de raccordement (1) comprenant un élément annulaire essentiellement circulaire (5) à un deuxième élément de raccordement (9), le premier élément de raccordement (1) comprenant une section essentiellement cylindrique (2) pourvue d'une rainure périphérique (4) dans laquelle vient se loger l'élément annulaire (5) qui, pendant le raccordement, agit de concert avec une rainure (10) dans le deuxième élément de raccordement (9). La présente invention se caractérise en ce que le premier élément de raccordement (1) présente un évidement (6, 7) d'accès à l'élément annulaire (5) et que celui-ci (5) est conçu pour être comprimé radialement et se dégager ainsi de la rainure (10). L'invention permet un assemblage et un désassemblage aisés des éléments de raccordement et garantit une liaison sûre entre ces éléments.
EP95932290A 1994-09-15 1995-09-15 Dispositif de raccordement Withdrawn EP0783646A1 (fr)

Applications Claiming Priority (3)

Application Number Priority Date Filing Date Title
SE9403093 1994-09-15
SE9403093A SE9403093L (sv) 1994-09-15 1994-09-15 Kopplingsanordning
PCT/SE1995/001050 WO1996008670A1 (fr) 1994-09-15 1995-09-15 Dispositif de raccordement

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EP0783646A1 true EP0783646A1 (fr) 1997-07-16

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AU (1) AU3537595A (fr)
SE (1) SE9403093L (fr)
WO (1) WO1996008670A1 (fr)

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US2440452A (en) * 1944-03-02 1948-04-27 Oilfields Service Co Quick action coupling
FR2266091A1 (en) * 1974-03-27 1975-10-24 Legris France Sa Quick action coupling for flexible tubing - connected by pushing into coupling released when spring clip opened
FR2614084B1 (fr) * 1987-04-17 1989-10-20 Peugeot Dispositif de liaison rapide d'un embout a un appareil recepteur

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AU3537595A (en) 1996-03-29
SE9403093L (sv) 1996-03-16
WO1996008670A1 (fr) 1996-03-21
SE9403093D0 (sv) 1994-09-15

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