Patent ID: 7243956
Filing Date: 2007-07-17
Classification: F16L

Abstract:
1. An expandable band comprising: a band body having a first band end portion and a second band end portion, wherein said first band end portion and said second band end portion overlap to form a generally annular shape; a plurality of sequential slots disposed in said first band end portion of said band body; a first and a second aperture disposed in said second band end portion; a locking member having a first and a second tab disposed proximate a first and a second end portion of said locking member, said first tab adapted to extend through said first aperture in said second band end portion and into one of said plurality of slots to lock said expandable band at a desired diameter, said second tab adapted to secure said locking member against said second band end portion; and an end section disposed proximate said second band end portion of said band extending beyond said first tab of said locking member.