US 2009/0267341 A1Published application

Hexpipe barbed fitting

AssigneeTelsco Industries, Inc.

InventorsWilliam C. Savelle, JR., Ronald James Morrison

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Abstract

The present invention relates to an improved barbed fitting for use with low density polyethylene irrigation pipe and the like. A combination barbed fitting is provided with a drive cap for cooperating with a compatible tool, such as a socket or nut driver. The drive cap may be configured as a hexagonal cap, square cap, star cap or other common driver shapes. The drive cap is positioned on a fitting opposite the opening to the barbed end, but aligned coaxially with the barb. Common fitting types include ells (90° or 45°) and Tees. Alternatively, combination barbed fitting is provided with a drive recess for cooperating with a compatible driver. The drive recess may be configured as a hexagonal recess, slotted recess, cross point recess, square recess, star recess or other common driver shapes.

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Dependent claims

A barbed fitting for use with flexible conduit, comprising:

a first connection having a generally cylindrical shape along a first axis with a first outer surface, a first opening at distal end and an angled barb disposed on the first outer surface;
a second connection having a generally cylindrical shape along a second axis with a second outer surface and a second opening at a distal end, the second axis of the second connection being nonparallel to the first axis of the first connection;
a fitting body connected to the first and second connections, said fitting body having an interior volume and an outer surface;
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a drive cap for cooperating with a drive tool, said drive cap having a top surface and an outer surface, said drive cap disposed on the outer surface of the fitting body, opposite the first opening at distal end of the first connection and along the first axis.

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