Air valve
US12123511B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 8, 2020 |
| Grant date | Oct 22, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 8, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16L55/07
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
This invention relates to an air valve which includes a deflector positioned inside a float chamber in order to improve the flow of air through the air valve. Further, the air valve includes an upper opening leading from the float chamber and having a transverse cross-section which increases away from the float chamber in order to smooth air flow. The invention further relates to an air valve accessory whereby an air valve can be modified in order to improve air flow therethrough.
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