Patent ID: 6604758
Filing Date: 2003-08-12
Classification: F16L

Abstract:
A termination for an elastomeric hose, said termination comprising a threaded collar configured for engagement with a fluid supply nozzle, and coupling apparatus securing said collar to a terminated end of said hose, characterized in that said coupling apparatus comprises:(a) a generally cylindrical ferrule engaging said collar and free to swivel relative thereto, said ferrule extending from said collar to a position inside said terminated end of said hose, the surface of said ferrule being provided with an annularly extending groove of generally rectangular crossection, (b) a stress relieving spring situated inside said hose, said stress relieving spring extending helically from a position inside said terminated end to a position engaging said ferrule and thence circularly within said groove, and (c) a rigid sleeve crimped against said terminated end of said hose, so as to confine at least one full coil of said stress relieving spring securely within said groove.