Three-way connector

By fitting a connector and installing an expansion joint on the tee joint, the problem of mismatch between the tee joint and the external pipeline installation distance is solved, achieving flexible length adjustment and stable connection.

CN224079783UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-03ZHEJIANG GREEN GUIDE ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-05-07
Publication Date
2026-04-03

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Technical Problem

Existing tee fittings cannot effectively adjust the distance between the tee fitting and the external pipe during installation, leading to installation difficulties, especially when the distance is close, and failing to meet installation requirements.

Method used

Connectors are fitted onto the first and second joints of the tee fitting, and expansion joints are installed in the connectors. The distance between the expansion joints is adjusted by moving the expansion joints within the connectors, thus achieving length adjustment and facilitating connection with external pipelines.

Benefits of technology

By adjusting the expansion joint, a flexible connection between the tee joint and the external pipeline is achieved, solving the problem of mismatched installation distances and simplifying the installation process.

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Abstract

The three-way connector comprises a connector body, a connecting piece and a telescopic piece, the connector body comprises a main connector body, a first secondary connector body and a second secondary connector body, the main connector body, the first secondary connector body and the second secondary connector body are connected, the connecting piece is arranged on the first secondary connector body and the second secondary connector body in a sleeved mode, and the telescopic piece is installed in the connecting piece. The telescopic pieces can move along the connecting pieces to adjust the length, the connecting pieces are arranged on the first secondary connector and the second secondary connector in a sleeving mode, the telescopic pieces are installed in the connecting pieces, the distance of the telescopic pieces extending out of the connecting pieces is adjusted through movement of the telescopic pieces in the connecting pieces, and therefore telescopic adjustment of the length is achieved, and connection between the three-way connector and an external pipeline is facilitated.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of tee connector technology, and particularly relates to a tee connector. Background Technology

[0002] A tee fitting, often simply called a T-joint, is a pipe fitting used to connect pipes in three directions within a piping system. It allows fluid to flow from one pipe to two other pipes, or to combine fluid from two pipes into one.

[0003] Currently, existing tee fittings sometimes exhibit discrepancies in the installation distance between the external pipe and the tee fitting during installation. When the distance is significant, the installation position can be adjusted by installing a connector or increasing the length of the external pipe. However, when the distance between the tee fitting and the external pipe is too short to install, neither increasing the length of the connector nor the external pipe can meet the installation requirements. Therefore, improvements are urgently needed to meet these requirements. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to solve the above-mentioned technical problems existing in the prior art and to provide a tee connector, in which a connecting piece is sleeved on both the first and second connectors, and a telescopic piece is installed in the connecting piece. The distance between the telescopic piece and the connecting piece is adjusted by moving the telescopic piece in the connecting piece, thereby realizing the length adjustment and facilitating the connection between the tee connector and the external pipeline.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] A tee connector, comprising a connector body;

[0007] Its features include: a connector and a telescopic component. The connector body includes a main connector, a first connector, and a second connector, which are connected. The connector is sleeved on the first connector and the second connector. The telescopic component is installed in the connector and can move along the connector to adjust its length. The connector is sleeved on both the first connector and the second connector, and the telescopic component is installed in the connector. The distance between the telescopic component and the connector is adjusted by moving the telescopic component in the connector, thereby realizing the length adjustment and facilitating the connection between the tee connector and the external pipeline.

[0008] Furthermore, both the first and second connectors are provided with slots, and one side of the slot is provided with an abutment part. The connector is provided with a snap-fit ​​part, which is snapped into the slot and abuts against the abutment part.

[0009] Furthermore, the end of the abutment near the slot is provided with a flared portion, the outer diameter of which is larger than the outer diameter of the abutment.

[0010] Furthermore, both the first and second joints are provided with a sealing groove, and a sealing ring is installed in the sealing groove.

[0011] Furthermore, the end of the connector that connects to the telescopic component is provided with a sealing part one, and the telescopic component is provided with a corresponding sealing part two. A sealing groove two is provided on the sealing part two, and a sealing ring two is installed in the sealing groove two.

[0012] Furthermore, the end of the connector that connects to the telescopic component is provided with a connecting part one, and the telescopic component is provided with a corresponding connecting part two. The connecting part one is provided with an internal thread, and the connecting part two is provided with an external thread. The connecting part one and the connecting part two are connected by the internal thread and the external thread.

[0013] Furthermore, the inner diameter of the connecting part one is larger than the inner diameter of the sealing part one.

[0014] Furthermore, a support block is provided on the connector body, which is used to support the connector body.

[0015] Furthermore, reinforcing ribs are provided at the connection points between the main connector and the first and second connectors to increase the strength of the connector body.

[0016] This utility model, by adopting the above-mentioned technical solution, has the following beneficial effects:

[0017] In this utility model, the connector body includes a main connector, a first connector, and a second connector. The main connector, the first connector, and the second connector are connected. A connecting piece is sleeved on the first connector and the second connector. A telescopic piece is installed in the connecting piece. The telescopic piece can move along the connecting piece to adjust its length. A connecting piece is sleeved on both the first connector and the second connector, and a telescopic piece is installed in the connecting piece. The distance between the telescopic piece and the connecting piece is adjusted by moving the telescopic piece in the connecting piece, thereby realizing the length adjustment and facilitating the connection between the tee connector and the external pipeline. Attached Figure Description

[0018] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings:

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a three-way connector according to the present invention;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the connector body in this utility model;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of a tee connector according to the present invention;

[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the telescopic component in this utility model.

[0023] In the diagram: 1-Connector body; 2-Connector; 3-Expansion joint; 4-Main connector; 5-First connector; 6-Second connector; 7-Slot; 8-Abutment part; 9-Snap-fit ​​part; 10-Flanged part; 11-Sealing groove one; 12-Sealing part one; 13-Sealing part two; 14-Sealing groove two; 15-Sealing ring two; 16-Connecting part one; 17-Connecting part two; 18-External thread; 19-Support block; 20-Reinforcing rib. Detailed Implementation

[0024] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, this utility model discloses a tee connector, including a connector body 1, a connector 2, and a telescopic component 3. The connector body 1 includes a main connector 4, a first connector 5, and a second connector 6, which are integrally formed and connected. A reinforcing rib 20 is provided at the connection between the main connector 4 and the first connector 5 and the second connector 6 to increase the strength of the connector body 1. A support block 19 is provided on the connector body 1 to support the connector body 1 after installation and ensure its stability. The connector 2 is sleeved on the first connector 5 and the second connector 6, and the telescopic component 3 is installed in the connector 2. The telescopic component 3 can move along the connector 2 to adjust its length. The connector 2 is sleeved on both the first connector 5 and the second connector 6, and the telescopic component 3 is installed in the connector 2. The telescopic component 3 can be adjusted by moving in the connector 2 to extend or retract the distance of the connector 2, thereby realizing the length extension and retraction adjustment, which facilitates the connection between the tee connector and the external pipeline.

[0025] The first connector 5 and the second connector 6 are structurally identical. Both the first connector 5 and the second connector 6 have a slot 7 and a sealing groove 11 at the end where they connect to the connector 2. The slot 7 has an abutment part 8 on one side, and the connector 2 has a snap-fit ​​part 9. The snap-fit ​​part 9 is snapped into the slot 7 and abuts against the abutment part 8. The end of the abutment part 8 near the slot 7 has a flared part 10. The outer diameter of the flared part 10 is larger than the outer diameter of the abutment part 8. The connector 2 is snapped into the slot 7 by the snap-fit ​​part 9, thereby achieving the connection between the connector 2 and the first connector 5 or the second connector 6. A sealing ring is installed in the sealing groove 11. The sealing ring ensures the sealing between the connector 2 and the first connector 5 or the second connector 6, preventing leakage.

[0026] One end of the connector 2 connected to the telescopic component 3 is provided with a sealing part 12 and a connecting part 16. The telescopic component 3 is provided with a sealing part 2 13 and a connecting part 2 17. The sealing part 2 13 is provided with a sealing groove 2 14, and a sealing ring 2 15 is installed in the sealing groove 2 14. After the connector 2 and the telescopic component 3 are connected, the sealing part 12 and the sealing part 2 13 abut against each other. Then, the sealing ring 2 15 in the sealing groove 2 14 ensures the sealing between the connector 2 and the telescopic component 3. The connecting part 1 16 is provided with an internal thread, and the connecting part 2 17 is provided with an external thread 18. The connecting part 1 16 and the connecting part 2 17 are connected by the internal thread and the external thread 18. When it is necessary to adjust the telescopic length of the telescopic component 3, it is only necessary to rotate the telescopic component 3 to move the telescopic component 3 along the connector 2, thereby adjusting the distance between the telescopic component 3 and the external pipe, which facilitates the installation of the tee joint.

[0027] In this invention, the inner diameter of the connecting part 16 is larger than the inner diameter of the sealing part 12. This design ensures that when the telescopic component 3 is installed and rotated into the connecting part 2, the thread will not damage the sealing ring 15, thus guaranteeing the integrity of the sealing ring 15 and ensuring a proper seal.

[0028] In use, the connector body 1 is first connected to the external pipe through the main connector 4. Then, based on the distance between the first connector 5 and the second connector 6 and the external pipe, the telescopic member 3 is rotated to extend the telescopic member 3 out of the connector 2, thereby enabling the telescopic member 3 to connect with the external pipe. When there is a small distance between the tee connector and the external pipe, there is no need to connect extra connectors or increase the length of the external pipe. The tee connector is connected to the external pipe by telescopic member 3. The overall structure is simple and easy to use.

[0029] The above are merely specific embodiments of this utility model, but the technical features of this utility model are not limited thereto. Any simple changes, equivalent substitutions, or modifications made based on this utility model to solve essentially the same technical problems and achieve essentially the same technical effects are all covered within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A tee joint, comprising a joint body; characterized in that Further comprising a connecting piece and an extension piece, the joint body comprises a main joint, a first joint and a second joint, the main joint, the first joint and the second joint are connected, the connecting piece is sleeved on the first joint and the second joint, the extension piece is installed in the connecting piece, and the extension piece is movable along the connecting piece to adjust the length.

2. A tee joint according to claim 1, characterised in that: The first joint and the second joint are both provided with a clamping groove, one side of the clamping groove is provided with an abutting portion, the connecting piece is provided with a clamping portion, the clamping portion is clamped in the clamping groove and abuts against the abutting portion.

3. A tee joint according to claim 2, characterised in that: The abutting portion is provided with a flared portion near one end of the clamping groove, and the outer diameter of the flared portion is greater than the outer diameter of the abutting portion.

4. The tee joint of claim 1, wherein: The first joint and the second joint are both provided with a sealing groove one, and a sealing ring one is installed in the sealing groove one.

5. A tee joint according to claim 1, characterized in that: One end of the connecting piece connected with the extension piece is provided with a sealing portion one, the extension piece is correspondingly provided with a sealing portion two, the sealing portion two is provided with a sealing groove two, and a sealing ring two is installed in the sealing groove two.

6. A tee joint according to claim 5, characterised in that: One end of the connecting piece connected with the extension piece is provided with a connecting portion one, the extension piece is correspondingly provided with a connecting portion two, the connecting portion one is provided with an internal thread, the connecting portion two is provided with an external thread, and the connecting portion one and the connecting portion two are connected through the internal thread and the external thread.

7. A tee joint according to claim 6, characterised in that: The internal diameter of the connecting portion one is greater than the internal diameter of the sealing portion one.

8. The tee joint of claim 1, wherein: The joint body is provided with a supporting block, and the supporting block is used for supporting the joint body.

9. The tee joint of claim 1, wherein: The main joint is provided with a reinforcing rib at the connection position of the first joint and the second joint, and the reinforcing rib is used for increasing the strength of the joint body.