Compressor Discharge Conduit Mechanical Seal to Replace Brazing

The patent replaces the thermal brazing process with a mechanical sealing system consisting of a seal ring and clamp assembly. The seal ring with tapered outer surface mates with a corresponding tapered inner surface in the housing, creating a mechanical interference fit that provides sealing without requiring brazing operations. This mechanical substitution eliminates labor-intensive thermal processing while maintaining seal reliability.

The patent introduces a seal ring as an intermediary component between the metal refrigerant conduit and the hermetic shell housing. This seal ring acts as a mediator that facilitates the sealing function without requiring direct brazing between the conduit and shell. The clamp assembly serves as another intermediary that secures the seal ring in place, enabling reliable sealing through mechanical means rather than thermal bonding.

The patent replaces the time-consuming brazing process with a rapid mechanical assembly process. The clamp assembly with tabs that engage with slots in the housing allows for quick installation of the seal ring and securing of the refrigerant conduit. This mechanical fastening system can be assembled much faster than brazing, thereby improving manufacturing efficiency while maintaining connection security.

The patent divides the sealing system into separate modular components: the seal ring, the clamp assembly, and the housing with integrated mounting features. This segmentation allows each component to be manufactured independently and assembled quickly on the production line, eliminating the need for complex brazing operations and significantly improving manufacturing throughput and productivity.