Patent ID: 7114752
Filing Date: 2006-10-03
Classification: F16L

Abstract:
1. A slip coupling for engaging a pipe having a longitudinal axis, a smooth outer wall, and an end opening, said slip coupling comprising: (a) an outer casing, said outer casing having (1) an interior passageway, said interior passageway sized and shaped to fit therein at least some length of said pipe, and (2) a flanged end; (b) a split ring, said split ring comprising first and second ring portions, said first and second ring portions each having an interior wall, said interior wall further comprising at least one gasket seat, wherein said gasket seat comprises a recess in said interior wall of said first and of said second ring portions, said first and second ring portions adjustably movable between an open position wherein said first and second rings open to allow attachment to or removal from said pipe, and a closed position wherein said first and second ring portions are securable in close fitting engagement around said pipe; and (c) a gasket, said gasket located at said at least one gasket seat in said inner wall of said first and said second ring portions, said gasket adapted to slidably receive said smooth outer wall of said pipe and to provide a fluid tight seal between said split ring and said smooth outer wall of said pipe.