CAM-STYLE ANTI-ROTATION DEVICE FOR CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY

摘要

In accordance with embodiments of the present disclosure, an improved anti-rotation device designed to prevent rotation of a first threaded portion of a connector assembly with respect to a second threaded portion of the connector assembly is provided. The disclosed anti-rotation device may be an integral part of one end of the connector assembly, so that the anti-rotation device cannot become lost before the first and second threaded sections are coupled together. The anti-rotation key may be rotatably coupled to the first threaded portion and may be easily transitioned from an unlocked position within the connector assembly to a locked position that prevents rotation of the threaded portions relative to each other.

主权项

1. A system, comprising:
a connector assembly for connecting two tubular components, wherein the connector assembly comprises a first threaded portion with a recess formed therein and a shoulder protruding partially into the recess, and a second threaded portion with an engagement surface formed therein; and an anti-rotation device rotatably coupled to the connector assembly and rotatable between an unlocked position and a locked position, wherein the anti-rotation device comprises a cam-style member having:
a spring-loaded feature that engages the shoulder of the first threaded portion when the anti-rotation device is disposed in the locked position; anda plurality of teeth that interface with the engagement surface when the anti-rotation device is in the locked position.