Protective device and associated method for protecting a threaded tube
Patent Information
- Application Number
- DE602021028059
- Authority / Receiving Office
- DE · DE
- Patent Type
- Patents
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2021-10-13
- Publication Date
- 2025-03-26
- Estimated Expiration
- 2041-10-13
AI Technical Summary
Existing protector assemblies for threaded pipe pins are difficult to install, especially when pipes are stacked, as they require reaching around the pin to access the tool, which is hindered by neighboring pipes.
A protector assembly comprising a cover, a retainer, and a fastener that allows for easy installation by accessing the assembly from the cover side, with the fastener exposed for tool engagement, enabling threadable engagement with the retainer without needing to reach around the pin, using a tubular cover with a rim and a radially extending retainer that can be secured with a single or multiple fasteners.
Facilitates easy and efficient covering of threaded pipe pins in stacked configurations by allowing access from the cover side, eliminating the need to reach around the pin, thus simplifying the installation process and enhancing usability in storage and transport scenarios.