Patent ID: 8641101
Filing Date: 2014-02-04
Classification: F01D,F05D,F16L,F17D,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A fluid transfer assembly comprising: a tube including a base at a first axial end for installation into a boss, a tube lip with a tube contact surface proximate the first axial end, and an annular shoulder fixed to an outer diameter of the tube at a first distance from the first axial end, the first distance configured to cause the shoulder to contact an outer surface of the boss with the base of the tube installed in the boss to a depth defining maximum axial compression of a seal; and a compression seal for installation between the tube base and a receiving well of the boss, the seal including a seal body and a seal lip above the seal body, the seal lip having a seal contact surface configured to complement the corresponding tube lip; wherein the boss is located on a bearing housing of a gas turbine engine.