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SADDLE TEE

  • US 20090145488A1
  • Filed: 12/07/2007
  • Published: 06/11/2009
  • Est. Priority Date: 12/07/2007
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A saddle tee for use in branching a conduit from a main line using a tool interface, the saddle tee comprising:

  • a base unit defining an opening for receiving a tap, said base unit comprising interlocking jaws for securing the base unit to the main line; and

    a tap defining a passageway, the tap comprising;

    a tapered end having an aperture in fluid communication with the passageway;

    a fitting opposite the tapered end; and

    a shaped portion for receiving the tool interface for rotating the tap to drive the tap into penetrating engagement with the main line, the shaped portion being separate and distinct from any wing that may be present on the tap.

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