Connector apparatus and method of coupling bioprocessor equipment to a media source
IPC분류정보
국가/구분
United States(US) Patent
등록
국제특허분류(IPC7판)
F16K-001/02
F16K-001/00
출원번호
US-0926737
(2004-08-26)
발명자
/ 주소
Whall,Joseph M.
출원인 / 주소
Colder Products Company
대리인 / 주소
Merchant &
인용정보
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28인용 특허 :
24
초록▼
A connector apparatus designed for use in a bioprocessing assembly, and a method for coupling a piece of bioprocessing equipment to a media source in a sterilized environment. The connector apparatus includes a coupler including an end and at least one outlet, and a connector valve connectable at a
A connector apparatus designed for use in a bioprocessing assembly, and a method for coupling a piece of bioprocessing equipment to a media source in a sterilized environment. The connector apparatus includes a coupler including an end and at least one outlet, and a connector valve connectable at a first end to a fluid source, the connector valve including a valve member, the valve member being partially disposed within the coupler. The connector apparatus further includes a flow passage being actuatable from a closed configuration to an open configuration when the coupler and the connector valve are engaged, as well as being actuatable from an open configuration to a closed configuration. A clip member attached to the coupler allows the valve member to be moved from the closed configuration to the open configuration, and from the open configuration to the closed configuration.
대표청구항▼
What is claimed is: 1. A connector apparatus, comprising: a coupler including an end and first and second outlets; a connector valve comprising a valve member defining an inlet at a first end of the valve member, and an inlet passage extending longitudinally through the valve member from the first
What is claimed is: 1. A connector apparatus, comprising: a coupler including an end and first and second outlets; a connector valve comprising a valve member defining an inlet at a first end of the valve member, and an inlet passage extending longitudinally through the valve member from the first end to a second end of the valve member; and a clip member attached to the coupler, the clip member allowing the valve member to be moved from a closed configuration to an open configuration, and from the open configuration to the closed configuration; wherein the valve member forms a fluid tight seal upstream of the first outlet of the coupler in the closed configuration; wherein the valve member forms a fluid tight seal downstream of the first outlet of the coupler in the open configuration; and wherein the second outlet is in fluid communication with the first outlet when the coupler is in the closed configuration. 2. The connector apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the coupler and the connector valve are initially in the closed configuration upon engagement, the clip member being configured to allow movement of the valve member toward the coupler into the open configuration, and being configured to allow movement of the valve member away from the coupler into the closed configuration. 3. The connector apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the clip member is configured to allow multiple actuations into the open and closed configurations. 4. The connector apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the valve member is engageable with the coupler at two locations; the two locations being a first location defined as the closed configuration and a second location defined as the open configuration. 5. The connector apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the coupler, the connector valve, and the valve member are configured to be reusable. 6. The connector apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the connector valve defines an aperture through which the clip member extends. 7. The connector apparatus according to claim 6, wherein the clip member surrounds a portion of the valve member. 8. The connector apparatus according to claim 7, wherein the clip member is actuatable in a direction perpendicular to a direction of movement of the valve member to allow the valve member to be moved from the closed to the open configurations and from the open to the closed configurations. 9. The connector apparatus according to claim 8, wherein the clip member defines open and closed positions, wherein the clip member allows movement of the valve member while the clip member is in the open position and restricts movement of the valve member while the clip member is in the closed position, and wherein the clip member is biased into the closed position. 10. The connector apparatus according to claim 8, wherein the valve member defines two slots, the first slot defining the closed configuration when the clip member is positioned in the first slot, and the second slot defining the open configuration with the clip member is positioned in the second slot. 11. The connector apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the coupler and the connector valve are constructed of an injection molded high temperature thermoplastic material consisting of polycarbonate, polysulphone, or polyphenylsulfide. 12. The connector apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the inlet of the valve member is in fluid communication with the first outlet of the coupler when the coupler is in the open configuration. 13. A sterilized assembly for bioprocessing comprising: a media source; a connector apparatus connected to the media source at an inlet, the connector apparatus including a coupler including an end and first and second outlets, a connector valve comprising a valve member defining the inlet at a first end of the valve member, and an inlet passage extending longitudinally through the valve member from the first end to a second end of the valve member, and a clip member attached to the coupler, the clip member allowing the valve member to be moved from a closed configuration to an open configuration, and from the open configuration to the closed configuration, wherein the valve member forms a fluid tight seal upstream of the first outlet of the coupler in the closed configuration, wherein the valve member forms a fluid tight seal downstream of the first outlet of the coupler in the open configuration, and wherein the second outlet is in fluid communication with the first outlet when the coupler is in the closed configuration; and a piece of bioprocessing equipment connected with the connector apparatus to couple the media source with the piece of bioprocessing equipment. 14. The assembly according to claim 13, wherein the connector valve defines an aperture through which the clip member extends. 15. The assembly according to claim 14, wherein the clip member surrounds a portion of the valve member. 16. The assembly according to claim 15, wherein the clip member is actuatable in a direction perpendicular to a direction of movement of the valve member to allow the valve member to be moved from the closed to the open configurations and from the open to the closed configurations. 17. The assembly according to claim 16, wherein the clip member defines open and closed positions, wherein the clip member allows movement of the valve member while the clip member is in the open position and restricts movement of the valve member while the clip member is in the closed position, and wherein the clip member is biased into the closed position. 18. The assembly according to claim 16, wherein the valve member defines two slots, the first slot defining the closed configuration when the clip member is positioned in the first slot, and the second slot defining the open configuration with the clip member is positioned in the second slot. 19. The assembly according to claim 13, wherein the inlet of the valve member is in fluid communication with the first outlet of the coupler when the coupler is in the open configuration. 20. The assembly according to claim 19, wherein the bioprocessing equipment is connected to the first outlet of the coupler, and wherein the media source is in fluid communication with the bioprocessing equipment when the coupler is in the open configuration. 21. A connector apparatus, comprising: a coupler including an end and first and second outlets; a connector valve located at least partially within the coupler, an outer circumference of the connector valve including a first seal forming a seal between the outer circumference of the connector valve and the coupler; a valve member located at least partially within the connector valve and configured to move within the connector valve between closed and open positions, the valve member defining an interior passage, and an opening surrounded by a first circumferential seal located upstream of the opening and a second circumferential seal located downstream of the opening adjacent to an end of the valve member; and a clip member attached to the coupler, the clip member allowing the valve member to be moved from the closed position to the open position, and from the open position to the closed position; wherein the second circumferential seal of the valve member forms a fluid tight seal upstream of the first outlet of the coupler in the closed position; wherein the second outlet is in fluid communication with the first outlet when the coupler is in the closed position; wherein the second circumferential seal of the valve member forms a fluid tight seal downstream of the first outlet of the coupler in the open position; wherein the opening of the valve member is in fluid communication with the second outlet through the opening in the valve member when the coupler is in the open position; and wherein, as the valve member moves from the closed position to the open position, the end of the valve member including the second circumferential seal travels through a junction formed between the first and second outlets, the junction including a diameter larger than an internal diameter of the connector valve.
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