Unitary diaphragm
US10189194B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 25, 2015 |
| Grant date | Jan 29, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 25, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16K31/3855
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Disclosed are systems and methods for a unitary diaphragm assembly is for use in flush valves. The diaphragm assembly may have a flexible diaphragm which includes a seating portion and a mounting portion at the outer peripheral edge. A flow ring may be positioned adjacent to the seating portion of the diaphragm. An elongated barrel member may extend from the diaphragm in a longitudinal direction and may include a plurality of radial supports positioned circumferentially around the outer surface of the barrel member and along a portion of the length of the barrel member.
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