Patent ID: 6308994
Filing Date: 2001-10-30
Classification: F16L

Abstract:
A fluid coupling assembly for limiting torque transfer therethrough comprising:a first annular gland having a through passage that communicates with an end thereof;a second annular gland having a through passage that communicates with an end thereof;a seal member interposed axially between the ends of the first and second glands;a threaded coupling nut assembly for axially urging the gland ends into engagement with the seal member; anda torque suppression assembly operatively mounted on at least one gland for limiting the transfer of rotational forces from the coupling nut assembly to the at least one gland; wherein the torque suppression assembly includes a groove formed in the at least one gland adjacent the end thereof;said torque suppression assembly comprising a low friction washer and a thrust member both retained on at least one of said glands; said washer abutting a portion of said at least one gland, and said thrust member being axially disposed for abutting engagement with said coupling nut assembly and said washer;wherein said thrust member radially captures the washer.