Patent ID: 6814726
Filing Date: 2004-11-09
Classification: A61M,Y10S

Abstract:
A connector element for connecting a fluid line, preferably a length of tubing, cannulas or catheters to a second connector element, comprising:a conduit forming a lumen for conveying a flowing medium; a sealing part moveable relative to the conduit between a closed position and an open position, adapted for sealing the conduit from an ambient atmosphere when in the closed position; an opening element including an outer socket connector having a diameter that is greater than a diameter of the conduit, the opening element configured to open the sealing part while forming a connection, wherein the opening element prevents the sealing part from contacting the conduit either when in the closed position or in the open position; a shut-off element adapted for sealing the conduit; and a penetration body movable relative to the shut-off element and adapted for opening the shut-off element when forming the connection.