Patent ID: 6186997
Filing Date: 2001-02-13
Classification: A61J,A61M,Y10S

Abstract:
A multiple use universal connector-container assembly comprising:a container having a fluid port; anda multiple use universal connector comprising:(1) a connector body of tube-like configuration having a distal end and a proximal end, wherein said distal end is slideably inserted and sealed into the fluid port of said container, and said proximal end is equipped with an elastomeric diaphragm and a removable cap;(2) said elastomeric diaphragm is of M-shaped configuration, capable of flexing under pressure, sealing the proximal end of said connector body, and being capable of re-sealing itself after being pierced by an external access means;(3) a first cap-locking ring on the proximal end of said connector body which serves as a male thread to receive said removable cap;(4) a second cap-locking ring, spaced from said first cap-locking ring towards the distal end of said connector body, which serves as stopping means for the removable cap;(5) said removable cap threaded onto the proximal end of said connector body to protect said elastomeric diaphragm from environmental forces and to maintain said elastomeric diaphragm in aseptic condition.