Sprinkler with locking mechanism and removable nozzle strip
US11161137B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 25, 2018 |
| Grant date | Nov 2, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 25, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB05B3/021
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A sprinkler includes a body having an upper portion removably attached to a lower portion. The upper portion includes a nozzle strip and lower nozzle plate. The lower portion includes a hollow body, a locking plate, and a controller connected to the locking plate. The locking plate is configured to move in a lengthwise direction. The locking plate includes a locking plate tab and a locking plate groove. The lower nozzle plate includes a nozzle plate tab. The hollow body comprises a vertical channel configured to accommodate the locking plate tab in a first position. The nozzle plate tab is arranged beneath the locking plate tab in the first position. The locking plate tab is arranged outside the vertical channel in a second position. The controller is configured to move the locking plate to the first position and to the second position to facilitate removal of the upper portion.
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