SWAGE VISUAL INDICATOR FOR FLUID COUPLING

摘要

A swage visual indicator for a fluid coupling is disclosed and related methods. The swage visual indicator is achieved by a non-destructive visual indication of a swaging process by one or more swage apertures (34) formed through a flange (12) filled with an indicator material (40). The swage apertures (34) communicate with swaging grooves (32) of the fluid conveying components being joined. As the swaging process is conducted, the swaging grooves (32) are filled with material from one of the fluid conveying components, and the indicator material (40) within the aperture(s) (34) is therefore displaced in a direction toward the exposed exterior surface of the flange (12). According to a successful swaging process, the indicator material (40) is displaced to a degree such that the indicator material (40) is visible by the unaided eye of an inspector.