Tap assembly
US11332358B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 10, 2018 |
| Grant date | May 17, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 8, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB67D3/044
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A tap assembly 10 with a hollow tap body 16 which defines a dispensing chamber 24 leading to an outlet arrangement 26. A valve assembly with a valve element 18 is provided to selectively open an inlet into the dispensing chamber 24. A push button 20 is provided which operates the valve assembly, and which defines an operating chamber 28, with the push button movable into the operating chamber. A connecting member is provided extending from the push button 20 through the operating chamber. A seal 39 is provided to prevent liquid passing from the dispensing chamber 24 to the operating chamber.
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