Valve integrated pressure regulator with shroud and digital display for gas cylinders
US10151405B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 6, 2017 |
| Grant date | Dec 11, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 6, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF17C2270/02
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A valve integrated pressure regulator (VIPR) device is provided that includes a gas flow valve arrangement, a shroud and digital gauge display that can be attached or coupled to a gas cylinder, and which can monitor the amount or pressure of the gas in the gas cylinder. Features of the disclosed valve integrated pressure regulator device include an electronic control, electronic alarm and the electronic display that are powered by a battery that may be disposed within the shroud. The battery and/or electronic control are accessible via a removable access panel disposed on the front surface of the shroud.
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