| 摘要 |
A mechanical pipe joint and a method of forming same is disclosed in which a pin (18) formed on the end of one pipe section (10) is inserted in a socket (14) formed in the end of another pipe section (12). The tapered section on the pin (18) has a taper angle less than the taper angle of the tapered section on the socket (14). When the pin (18) is inserted to the desired depth, a closed annular cavity (24) will be formed between the tapered section in which sealant (26) is trapped to form an annular seal for the joint. The pin (18) may be formed with a double taper. The annular cavity (24) need not be entirely closed. |
