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Fluid communication device

  • US 4,823,833 A
  • Filed: 09/11/1984
  • Issued: 04/25/1989
  • Est. Priority Date: 06/24/1982
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A fluid communication device for a high speed bulk compounder comprising:

  • a plurality of first fluid lines, each said first fluid line connecting a respective fluid connector to a respective first pump fitting providing a fluid path therebetween;

    a plurality of pump tubing segments maintained in tension connecting each said respective first pump fittings to respective second pump fittings furnishing a fluid path therebetween;

    a plurality of second fluid lines, each said second fluid line connecting each said respective second pump fitting to a common junction block; and

    said common junction block including a fluid passageway in fluid communication with each said second fluid line, a chamber in fluid communication with the fluid passageway, and exit port means therein communicating with such chamber for providing a path for further fluid communication external said junction block, said common junction block further including a closure to cover said exit port means to prevent particulate matter from accumulating thereon, said closure including a retaining ring securing said closure to said common junction block and a flexible member connecting said retaining ring to said closure and said closure, flexible member and retaining ring lying in substantially the same plane when said exit port means is uncovered.

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