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Improvements in and relating to pipe or tube couplings

Patent ·
OSTI ID:4396099
A coupling is described for pipes or tubes having V-shaped flanges. It comprises a band having two or more links pivotally connected together, with the free ends of the band connected by a toggle fastener comprising a lever pivotally connected to one of the free ends through a link. The lever has a screw the foot of which engages the other free end of the band; alteration of the position of the screw adjusts the extent by which the toggle can draw the two free ends of the band together. It is thought that such a coupling would be particularly useful in nuclear plants where it is often importnt that after removal of a coupling it should be capable of replacement in a minimum amount of time. (UK)
Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-29-010062
OSTI ID:
4396099
Report Number(s):
GB 1331426
Country of Publication:
United Kingdom
Language:
English

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