Patent ID: 9080704
Filing Date: 2015-07-14
Classification: F16L

Abstract:
1. A universal pipe coupler comprising: a primary, variable diameter securement assembly having a support ring of diameter D a secondary securement assembly constructed and arranged to effect sealable securement to a second pipe; the primary, variable diameter securement assembly further comprising a plurality of blades arranged into a blade array completely surrounding the outer periphery, each blade having a proximal end and a distal end; each blade proximal end pivotally communicating with the outer periphery of the support ring; and each blade distal end extending radially away from the ring, the blade thereby being moveable between an open position and a closed position; whereby when the blades are moved to the closed position, they are in position to effect sealable securement of the first pipe and whereby the universal pipe coupler effects sealable fluid communication between the first pipe and the second pipe.