DE1948420A1 - Device for connecting two pipe systems - Google Patents

Description

PATENT ADVOCATE '

7 STUTTGART 1, MOSERSTRASSE 8 TELEPHONE (0711) 244003

Sept. 24, 1969 - C 53 -

Compagnle Francaise Des Petroles

Rue Mi ehe 1-Paris XVr France

5, rue Michel-Ange Paris XVI °

Device for connecting two pipe systems (quick coupling)

The invention relates to a device with which several pipes are connected or separated from one another at the same time without the need to operate auxiliary devices such as slides or valves to remove those in the pipes Withhold media.

In the simplest case, for example, the requirement for testing or maintenance is a measuring or To disconnect the monitoring device, which is located at the extreme end of a fluid line, to monitor its pressure is · In order to carry out the separation process, you previously had to use the fastening device for the Connect the measuring device to the pipeline upstream in front of it provide a slide to prevent the outflow when disconnecting

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to prevent the liquid.

The separation process is even more cumbersome and takes even more Time required if the measuring or monitoring device is not at the end of a pipe system, but in the circuit the liquid is because it must then be separated from two pipes, namely from one above, from the other below the device. In this case you have to cut two connections and close two slides, one above, the other below the pipes that lead to the two connections of the measuring device.

The present invention is a simplifying one Device for connecting a first line system to a second and is characterized by the following features:

a) A component has a flat surface or a surface of revolution, at which one or more pipes of a first line system open or end;

b) a jacket or sleeve attached to or supported on the surface contains a series of openings and can assume two positions, in one of which the mouth openings of the first tubes are aligned with those of the sleeve and in the other of which the pipes are closed;

c) a removable component, which rests against the other surface of the sleeve, contains one or more tubes of a second line system, the mouth openings of which are arranged opposite the displacement path of the corresponding openings of the sleeve are;

d) Means for maintaining the plant of the sleeve on the component containing the first tubes and on the Pressing the movable component against the sleeve.

The result is a device for connecting that is easy to use or separation of two pipe systems by simply shifting

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bung would be required of the sleeve and subsequent removal of the movable member, without leads for each cable system, the holder ends in ^e 8IE sleeve member, a valve. In addition, when using a device for pressing or placing the movable component on the opposite sleeve surface, there is no need to connect the individual tubes located on the movable component to the corresponding openings in the sleeve.

A further developing feature of the invention relates to a device in which the support component of the first conduit system has a frustoconical inner surface on which the displaceable Sleeve comes to rest

In this way, a simple rotation of the sleeve with subsequent pulling out of the movable component, which the second line system contains, in order to separate the systems, their connection in an equally simple and fast way takes place by placing the movable component on the jacket or the sleeve and placing it in its frustoconical seat is rotated

Another feature of the invention is an apparatus of the foregoing Type in which each tube of the two systems on the conical surface associated with the system in a corresponding specific Height opens and an upper and a lower ring groove each provided with a sealing ring, the mouth of this tube on both sides (above and below) enclose or enclose and in this way two adjacent truncated cones of the movable Subdivide components in which only a single pipe ends. This measure prevents undesired in a simple way Loss of liquid or contamination of the. Fluid from one pipe system through that of another system. In addition, the conical shape of the sleeve enables the movable component to be inserted or removed without the risk of

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Damage to the sealing rings

According to the invention it is further proposed that the mouth openings to be surrounded in the movable component with a recess, so that openings of larger dimensions arise than those of the sleeve This measure enables the pipelines to be connected even in the event that if there is a slight displacement of the removable component in relation to the sleeve

Another feature of the invention relates to a modified connection device in which the pipes that the. convey the same medium, open at the same height, with a first ring seal opening the mouth of the pipes or Bores in the component with the conical recess surrounds and a second ring seal the mouth opening in the The ducts located in the moving components surrounds «This modification has the advantage * that at high pressure the conveyed Liquids not only reduce the dimensions of the connecting device and at the same time a perfect one Sealing of each line is ensured, but only limited pressure is exerted on the moving component is because, in contrast to the embodiment described above, the pressure is no longer on the entire surface a truncated cone weighs down

Another »feature of the invention is to provide each sealing ring of the above-described arrangement with an annular groove surrounded, from which a bore is led outwards. In order to In the event of a seal failure, the liquid can flow to the outside and is prevented from exerting disruptive pressure inside the device or other lines contaminate

According to the invention, a device can also be provided

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to lift the sleeve and turn it on it, and with it from a first position in which both pipe systems are in communication, move a second position, which the Seals pipes. This measure makes it easier to turn the sleeve and avoids friction and wear on the conical ' Area of the fixed component,

It is also proposed to provide an opening in the axis of the stationary component and in the axis of the movable component in order to facilitate the removal of the movable component. When the device is used underwater in the sea, these openings allow a certain flushing or stirring effect, with which the accumulation of deposits is avoided! ^60. , Which could interfere with the proper puncture of the device. Finally, the opening provided in the fixed component enables the use of a guide cable for removing or inserting the movable component.

The invention is illustrated below with reference to the drawings Embodiments explained in more detail.

Fig. 1 is a schematic plan view of the connecting device,

Fig. 2 shows a section along the line A-A in Fig. 1, Fig. 3 shows a partial section along the line B-B of Fig. 2, Pig. 4 shows a different position of the individual parts with respect to

3 after rotation of the movable component, FIG. 5 is a section of a modified one with respect to FIG Connecting device and

Fig. 6 shows, in section along the line AA in Fig. I, the lower part of the device on which the control of the dretang of the sleeve engages.

For the sake of clarity, in Flg. 1 only tin

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Drawn pipe system, which consists of an upstream and a downstream line part 1 and 2 and to one. leads device, not shown, which is rigidly connected to lines 3 and 4 · Without the device according to füig · 1 would make it necessary to close a valve in each of the pipes 1 and 2 · In addition, connections between the Pipes 1 and 3 on the one hand and pipes 2 and 4 on the other hand are first removed »

According to the invention, the pipes 1 and 2 are firmly connected to the outer component 5 of the device, while the lines 3 and 4 are firmly connected to the movable, inner component 6. Between these components there is a sleeve 7> which can be moved either directly or via the inner component 6. In the surface of the inner component 6 are around the mouths of the channels around Auaparungen 8 and 9 are provided, the with the lines 3 and 4 are stupid. These lines continue in channels 10 and 11 'and open opposite Connect the openings 12 and 13 of the sleeve 7 · accordingly the channels 14 and 15 the tubes 1 and 2 with the openings 12 and 13 (Fig. 2).

In order to achieve a complete seal, grooves containing sealing rings 16 and 17 surround the mouths of the channels 14 and 15 in the conical inner surface of the component 0. In addition, diaphragm rings 18 and 19 are housed in grooves which are above and below the mouth of the channel 10 inner component surrounded in a ring; Sealing ring 20 and 21 are above and below the mouth of the channel 11. The sealing ring 22 prevents the penetration of Urogebungsmediums on the lower part of the HUIae 7 and the inner member 6 "Each sealing ring may duroh adjacent · supporting rings stiffened be ₀

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The Pig. 3 shows the positions of the sleeve 7 and the inner one Component 6 and the openings of the channels 10 and 14 opposite the opening 12 of the sleeve. To facilitate adjustment of z. B · internal component connected to a measuring or monitoring device is one according to the invention Recess 8 is provided on the conical surface of the component 6. In this way, the channels are not precisely matched and 14 not disadvantageous. To block channels 14 and 15 it is sufficient to "place the sleeve 7 at a sufficiently large" angle formed by the axes of the channels 10 and 14 in FIG turn. Then the opening 12 of the sleeve is no longer opposite that of the channel 14 / so that the pipeline 2 is completely completed and there is no longer any connection between this and line 4. So is the line 2 separated from the channel 10, the rotation of the sleeve 7 also causes the interruption between the lines 1 and 3. Of course, the device described can also be used in any large number of couplings of pipelines are used

In the example described, one of the .16. A similar seal shown in FIG. 2 can be provided around the mouth of the channel 10 opposite the opening 12 if the recess 8 is reduced in size or omitted. Then the sleeve and the component 6 are provided with a device by means of which the position of the component 6 relative to the sleeve is precisely determined.

A modification of the example described is shown in FIG. 5. The pipes 23 and 24 with the openings 25 and 26 in the sleeve 27 are arranged here at the same height. Ring seals 28 and 29 on the outside. Partial bodies 30 prevent the escape of liquid from the connections of channels 24 and 23

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An annular groove 31 is provided around the seal 29. A bore 32 connects the groove with the outer surface of the Component 30, via which liquid that has seeped through the seal 29 is discharged to the outside · Correspondingly In the inner component 33, a first annular groove with the seal 34 and a second annular groove 35 are present, which around the Seal 34 is passed around 1st and via the bore 36 with it the outer part of the component 33 has a connection · A corresponding arrangement is provided for the channel 37, the leads into the opening 26 of the sleeve 27.

This design of the coupling device prevents any escape of liquid from one pipe system into the In addition, the space requirement is reduced if the connection of the channels is made at the same height. If besides If the liquids in the pipelines are exposed to high pressure, this will result in a considerable amount of pressure Loads on the walls of the inner component eliminated. To make it easier to remove * s inner component the sleeve and the fixed component open or recessed in their lower part, whereby the on the lower and upper Areas of the inner component acting pressure forces are practically the same *

In the illustration according to FIG 40 of the stationary component 41 supported ring 39 is attached »This ring 39 slides freely on the plate and surrounds the bottom of the sleeve 42. Three attached to the ring 39 Pins 43 lead through over the lower circumference Long holes 44 distributed around sleeve 42 · When lever 38 is actuated, ring 39 slides on the plate

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and causes in connection with the inclined shape of the elongated holes 44 according to FIG. 6 a slight lifting of the sleeve 42 the lower end of the elongated holes 44 abut, and the sleeve is raised · If the lever 38 is not moved any further and on the adjusting ring 39 no longer exerts any force, the sleeve 42 lowers and rests against the stationary component 40 again The sleeve 42 can nevertheless be turned more easily by first lifting it slightly and separating it from the component 41. After the rotation, the sleeve lowers by itself, with the elongated hole slots 44 sliding on the pins 43.

If the sleeve 27 is brought into the coupling position, it can by means of a retaining ring 45 (FIG. 5) through screw bolts 46 be held at the top of the movable component 33. For separating a first pipe system from a second one then only to loosen the locking device 46 for the retaining ring 45 and to actuate the lever 38 in Fig. 6 ·

In a modification of the device described, for example the lever 38 can be replaced by a mechanism, in which a worm moves the ring 39, which is provided with a series of teeth on the lower part. A control mechanism could prevent the movement of the sleeve as long as the retaining ring 45 is not released manually or automatically or other means of holding the sleeve in place, nooh have not been disabled · On the sleeve can lead to a vertical plane symmetrical slots may be provided. In this case, the rotary movement begins as soon as the with the Slots cooperating pins reach the lower end. Following the rotation of the sleeve, the rotation of the pins can be continued to move them downwards to initiate inevitably on the surface of the stationary component.

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In Fig * 6, a rope 47 is also shown, the bottom of the inner component 49 is attached and over the roller 48 through 'A central opening 50 of the sleeve runs' This cable can be used as a guide means when coupling the two Rohrsjrsteme, so that the inner component 49 vertically into the Axis of the sleeve 42 penetrates. This facility can be special can be used when the pipe systems to be connected are on the seabed

In addition to the sleeve with which the channels of the fixed component are lockable when removing the movable component, this can itself be a sleeve with a number of Obtain openings that occupies two positions. In one, these openings coincide with those of the channels of the removable Component together, the other are the openings of these channels covered · After lifting and turning the sleeve on the stationary component, it is sufficient to to lift the movable component and against the adjacent to it To twist the sleeve in order to shut off the channels of the moving component.

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Claims (1)

194842Ü Compggnie Francaise Des Petroles || ² ^ September 1 ₉ 6 ₉ . 5, Rue Michel-Ange - C 53 - F- 75 Paris XVI ⁰ Claims Device for connecting two pipe systems, marked by a stationary component (5) and a movable, removable component (6), each with a series of channels included, which are connected on the one hand to external pipelines and on the other hand to a series of openings on the respective inner surface of the components open; by a sliding sleeve (7) with two main surfaces, whose one on the inner surface of the stationary component (5) and the other on the inner surface of the movable component (6), wherein the sleeve contains openings (12, 13) which, in a first position of the sleeve, the channels of the two components couple and close the channels in at least one second position; and by a series of grooves placed in the two components Seals, each groove being a self-contained one! Forms a line surrounding one or more of the orifices 2, device according to claim 1, characterized in that Means are provided to lift the sleeve and move it into a position in which the openings of the sleeve are relative of the openings on the inner surface of the stationary component are shifted relative to one another, and around the sleeve after removal to hold the movable component in this closed position 3 · Device according to claim 1, characterized in that the openings on the inner surface of the movable component are larger than those of the sleeve 109816/1039 -1ft - ti Λ » Device according to claim 1, characterized in that the main surfaces of the sleeve (7) are frustoconical surfaces. 5. Apparatus according to claim 4, characterized in that the openings (12, 13) of the sleeve are each arranged at different heights that the stationary and the movable Component (5 or 6) provided sealing material sealing rings 4 * 8 ~ 22) are, which lie in grooves parallel to each other and divide frustoconical surfaces on each component, each by two adjacent grooves divided truncated cone surface receives only one opening which cooperates with a single opening of the sleeve. 6. Apparatus according to claim 4, characterized in that the pipelines to be connected in which the the same medium flows, cooperate with openings (25, 26) of the sleeve (27) which are arranged at the same height, and in that the sealing means consist of sealing rings which are inserted into grooves in the inner surfaces of the fixed and movable components lie and each surround the opening of a channel of these components (Fig. 5) 7 · Device according to claim 6, characterized in that the in the inner surfaces of the fixed and movable component located grooves are surrounded by additional grooves (31, 25), which are connected to the outer surface of the respective Component-guided relief channel (32, 36) in connection stand· 8. Apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that the stationary component (5, 30) via a lower opening is connected to the surrounding medium, which thus gives access to the lower section of the movable component (6, 33) 109816/1039 19A8420 - Ir- obtained when the sleeve (7, 27) rests against the inner surface of the stationary component. 9. Apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that the stationary component (4l) has an annular recess on its lower section in which an adjusting ring 09) is guided, attached to the projections or pins (4j>) are, the free ends of which cooperate with slots (44) having at least one inclined portion, and that a device for rotating the adjusting ring is provided from a first position in which the pins lower the Allow sleeve (49) in a ;: another position in which the Pins lift the sleeve and rotate so that during the rotating movement any contact between the inner surface of the stationary component and the sleeve is avoided 10. The device according to claim 1, characterized by a second sleeve with the same number of openings as the as the sleeve resting on the stationary component, the second sleeve resting on the free surface of the first sleeve, while the movable component rests on the inner surface of the second sleeve » 11. Device according to claim 10, characterized in that a device is provided which keeps the sleeve in contact with the stationary component when the movable component raised or removed 1st, and that further means are provided to attach the movable component to the other To keep the sleeve close 109816/1039 Blank page