Quick connect device for recreational and industrial uses
OwnerJames Phil Starckinventor
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Abstract
A connection system comprised of a quick connect and receptacle wherein the quick connect has a coupling side that complements the receptacle and a functional side adapted for industrial, recreational, and consumer uses. The quick connect and receptacle are adapted for low pressure compression upon initial insertion, low friction twist of 180 degrees or less to reach a locking position.
Claims4
A system for connecting two items where in a quick connect with at least one tab is adapted for insertion into a receptacle wherein the receptacle has a rail system comprising a flange opening and a rail with a proximal portion, medial portion and distal portion and wherein the proximal portion has an extended protrusion and wherein the quick connect tabs are inserted past the extended protrusion by compressing a gasket on the quick connect and the quick connect is free to rotate circumferentially relative to the receptacle until the tabs contact a distal portion of the rail system.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.