Faucet with integrated valve
US11781665B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 21, 2022 |
| Grant date | Oct 10, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 21, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE03C2001/0415
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A faucet includes a base and a valve cartridge disposed in the base. The valve cartridge can control a flow of water. The faucet includes a structure that supports the valve cartridge. The structure includes a mount having a first protrusion, a second protrusion, and a smooth portion that extends between the first protrusion and the second protrusion. The structure includes a lock plate that detachably couples to the mount. The lock plate can engage the first protrusion in a first rotational position to secure the lock plate relative to the first protrusion. The lock plate can slide along the smooth portion in a second rotational position.
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