Patent ID: 7249790
Filing Date: 2007-07-31
Classification: F01N,F16L

Abstract:
1. A band clamp for connecting two tubular bodies, comprising: a tightening mechanism including first and second clamp members that are movable relative to each other and at least one fastener to move said clamp members toward and away from each other for tightening and loosening of said band clamp; an open band extending circumferentially from said first clamp member to said second clamp member, wherein said clamp members extend radially from opposite ends of said band and are separated at said band by a gap, said band including a portion that spans said gap and terminates at a free edge; a gasket located on an inwardly-facing surface of said band and extending circumferentially from a first end to a second end, wherein said gasket extends over the portion of said band that spans said gap, with said second end being located at or beyond said free end.