US4275769A
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Fireguard for hose assembly
Assignee: Parker Intangibles LLC
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Filing: 1979-11-09
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Granted: 1981-06-30
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Expires: 1999-11-09
Abstract
Abstract This disclosure relates to a fireguard for protecting a hose or an assembly of a hose and fittings. The fireguard includes a layer or tube of a silicone compound which is positioned around the hose, and a metal shroud or sleeve which encloses the layer of silicone compound. The silicone compound and the shroud protect the hose at normal temperatures and for a short length of time at a high temperature. In the event the high temperature persists for a length of time, the silicone compound decomposes to a layer of silica ash, which is held in place between the shroud and the hose, and the ash forms an excellent heat insulation for an extended time. The shroud is preferably flexible so that the hose may be bent, and the fireguard preferably also includes another layer of the silicone compound and a collar around each hose fitting.
Inventors
- 👤 Horise M. Cooke
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-30 01:37
CPC Classifications
F; F16; F16L; F16L33/00; F16L33/20; F16L33/207; F16L33/2071; F16L33/2073; F16L33/2076; F16L57/00; F16L57/04; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S428/00; Y10S428/92; Y10S428/921
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
112 words
A fireguard for a hose and fitting assembly, the assembly including at least one fitting attached to an end of the hose, the fitting including an inner nipple and an outer socket, said fireguard comprising a tubular layer of a silicone compound having an internal diameter adapted to fit around a hose and fitting assembly to be protected, a tubular metal shroud substantially covering said tubular layer, a collar positioned around said shroud and said layer adjacent said fitting, and an additional outer layer of a silicone compound between said collar and the outside of said shroud and said tubular layer, said collar being adapted to secure said fireguard to said fitting.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
112 words
A fireguard for a hose and fitting assembly, the assembly including at least one fitting attached to an end of the hose, the fitting including an inner nipple and an outer socket, said fireguard comprising a tubular layer of a silicone compound having an internal diameter adapted to fit around a hose and fitting assembly to be protected, a tubular metal shroud substantially covering said tubular layer, a collar positioned around said shroud and said layer adjacent said fitting, and an additional outer layer of a silicone compound between said collar and the outside of said shroud and said tubular layer, said collar being adapted to secure said fireguard to said fitting.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
12 words
A fireguard as in claim 1, wherein said silicone compound comprises polysiloxane.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
14 words
A fireguard as in claim 1 wherein said shroud comprises a flexible metal tube.
Claim 5
Independent Claim
91 words
An apparatus comprising a hose, at least one fitting fastened to an end of the hose, said fitting including an inner tubular nipple and a socket that extends around said hose, a flexible metal tube over said hose and at least partially over said fitting, a layer of silicone compound between said flexible metal tube and said hose, an outer layer of silicone compound around said metal tube and said first-mentioned layer, and an outer collar around said outer layer and securing said layers and said metal tube to said fitting.
Claim 6
Independent Claim
91 words
An apparatus comprising a hose, at least one fitting fastened to an end of the hose, said fitting including an inner tubular nipple and a socket that extends around said hose, a flexible metal tube over said hose and at least partially over said fitting, a layer of silicone compound between said flexible metal tube and said hose, an outer layer of silicone compound around said metal tube and said first-mentioned layer, and an outer collar around said outer layer and securing said layers and said metal tube to said fitting.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
36 words
An apparatus as in claim 4, wherein said layer and said flexible metal tube extend at least partially over said fitting, and further including means securing said layer and said flexible metal tube to said fitting.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1984-06-29 | 1984-12-29 | 1985-06-30 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1988-06-29 | 1988-12-29 | 1989-06-30 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1992-06-29 | 1992-12-29 | 1993-06-30 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |