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Pull-out faucet with magnetic docking system

US10260216B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 28, 2017
Grant dateApr 16, 2019
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Expiry dateAug 28, 2037

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE03C2001/0415
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A pull-down faucet includes a spout and a water hose movable within the spout. A spray hose connector is attached to the discharge end of the water hose. A sprayhead is in fluid communication with the spray hose connector and the water hose, and is movable between a docked position adjacent the discharge end of the spout, to an undocked position away from the spout. A magnet is secured to the interior of the spray hose connector, and a metallic element is secured near the discharge end of the spout.

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