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Threaded adapter seal
12565959 · 2026-03-03 · ·

A threaded adapter seal comprising fitting and sealing components for fluid transport applications. Opposed gripping and externally-threaded sections in the fitting component each have hollow interiors, and reduced interior and exterior diameter dimensions of the externally-threaded section compared to the gripping section, provide an interior stop separating the fitting component sections and also provide a radially-extending exterior surface therebetween where an indent is present to improve leak-reducing placement, fit, and performance of the sealing component after threaded adapter seal installation is complete. Improved seating and fit of the sealing component prevent overtightening thread damage during installation. Use of a non-standard thread angle for the externally-threaded section in the range of 1.75 to 4 degrees does also. Contemplated use of the threaded adapter seal includes connection of fluid-bearing tubular components, extension tubing, and/or fluid-activated shut-off switches where the addition of a separable threaded connection is desired for maintenance or replacement purposes.

Threaded adapter seal
12565959 · 2026-03-03 · ·

A threaded adapter seal comprising fitting and sealing components for fluid transport applications. Opposed gripping and externally-threaded sections in the fitting component each have hollow interiors, and reduced interior and exterior diameter dimensions of the externally-threaded section compared to the gripping section, provide an interior stop separating the fitting component sections and also provide a radially-extending exterior surface therebetween where an indent is present to improve leak-reducing placement, fit, and performance of the sealing component after threaded adapter seal installation is complete. Improved seating and fit of the sealing component prevent overtightening thread damage during installation. Use of a non-standard thread angle for the externally-threaded section in the range of 1.75 to 4 degrees does also. Contemplated use of the threaded adapter seal includes connection of fluid-bearing tubular components, extension tubing, and/or fluid-activated shut-off switches where the addition of a separable threaded connection is desired for maintenance or replacement purposes.