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Pressure regulator valve assembly for quick disconnect fittings

US12320446B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 1, 2021
Grant dateJun 3, 2025
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Expiry dateJul 6, 2043

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16L37/35
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A quick disconnect fitting includes a plug and a socket to receive the plug. The plug includes a fluid channel, an inlet to the fluid channel, and a pressure regulating valve assembly. The valve can include a poppet, and a valve nozzle comprising an orifice. The valve assembly resides in the fluid channel. The socket includes a socket stem to contact the valve assembly and push the valve assembly into the fluid channel of the plug upon the socket receiving the plug.

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