Atrion has been granted a patent for a single-use cap designed for connectors. The cap features a carrier with a cavity for a connector head and an elastomeric sleeve that seals the opening, which transfers to the connector upon insertion, ensuring a secure fit. GlobalData’s report on Atrion gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Single use cap for connectors
The patent US12017034B2 describes a single-use cap designed for use with a connector head, featuring a carrier and an elastomeric sleeve. The carrier includes a body with a base that defines an opening leading into a cavity, which is sized to accommodate the connector head. The elastomeric sleeve is releasably attached to the carrier, spanning the opening and sealing it. Upon insertion of the connector head through the opening, the sleeve is designed to transfer to the head, ensuring a secure fit. The claims further detail the structure of the carrier, which may include flange structures and a sealing ring that enhances the sealing capabilities against a sealing membrane.
Additionally, the patent outlines methods for utilizing the single-use cap, including the steps of exposing the elastomeric sleeve, aligning the connector head, and inserting it into the cavity. This process allows the sleeve to disengage from the carrier and remain on the connector head. The method also includes features for removing the sleeve, such as grasping a surface that extends outwardly from the sleeve and applying a force to tear it along perforations. Notably, the design incorporates a disinfectant applicator within the elastomeric sleeve, which can introduce disinfectant to the connector head during the insertion process, enhancing hygiene and safety in medical applications.
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