Servicable draw and return tube assembly
US10479557B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 22, 2018 |
| Grant date | Nov 19, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 22, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60K2015/03453
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A servicable draw and return tube assembly for use in fuel tanks is disclosed. The assembly may include a draw tube and a return tube secured to a plate, wherein the plate may be removably secured to a flange, which is fixedly secured to a fuel tank. The process of removably securing the plate to the flange allows for use of different sizes and materials to be utilized in manufacture of the assembly, thereby saving installation time and manufacturing costs.
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