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(11) | EP 0 904 763 A3 |
(12) | EUROPEAN PATENT APPLICATION |
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(54) | A locking ring connector assembly for a vial |
(57) A connector assembly for a vial is disclosed. The connector assembly features a protective
cap, a collar attachable to the rim of the vial, and a locking ring disposed between
the rim of the vial and the collar. One or more ribs provided on an internal region
of the collar, adjacent the distal end of the collar, seal against the stopper obturating
the vial. The locking ring features an internally projecting ridge for engaging the
underside portion of the rim. Cooperative locking structure is provided between the
locking ring and the collar. The locking ring is thrust distally with respect to the
collar such that the cooperative locking structure secures the locking ring to the
collar in a locked position, with the ridge of the locking ring engaging the underside
of the rim and the ribs pressing against the stopper. A vial access device may be
provided within the connector assembly. |