JAMES M LALIKOS
Engineering in Agawam, MA
License number
Massachusetts 17553
Issued Date
Nov 14, 1961
Expiration Date
Jun 30, 2004
Type
Mechanical Engineer
Address
Address
Agawam, MA 01001
Professional information
Kevlar Reinforced High Pressure Hose Assembly With Grip And Environmental Barrier
US Patent:
5361806, Nov 8, 1994
Filed:
Jul 7, 1992
Appl. No.:
7/909703
Inventors:
James M. Lalikos - Agawam MA
Norman H. Desilets - Enfield CT
Norman H. Desilets - Enfield CT
Assignee:
Titeflex Corporation - Springfield MA
International Classification:
F16L 1110
US Classification:
138109
Abstract:
A high pressure (up to 8000 psi service) hose assembly has an inner core made of "Teflon" PTFE, covered by a "Kevlar" aramid reinforcing braid. The PTFE can, but the aramid cannot, withstand the attack of oils and other fluids which may be conveyed through the hose. Therefore, the aramid is covered by PTFE tape and the end of the hose is sealed inside an end fitting. In one embodiment, when the end fitting is swaged or otherwise manipulated to capture the hose, the PTFE inner core extrudes to complete the sealing of the hose end.