Drain assembly and faucet lift rod coupling device
US11198992B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 29, 2020 |
| Grant date | Dec 14, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 29, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE03C1/2302
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A drain assembly for a faucet includes a lift rod configured to be carried by the faucet and actuated relative to the faucet. A lever arm is configured to actuate a drain plug. A coupling device includes a first coupling portion coupled to the lift rod, a second coupling portion coupled to the lever arm, and a living hinge coupling the first coupling portion to the second coupling portion. The living hinge facilitates actuation of the lever arm and the drain plug upon actuation of the lift rod.
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