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Combination stop and pressure reducing valve

US4284102A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJun 28, 1978
Grant dateAug 18, 1981
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Expiry dateJun 28, 1998

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T137/7938
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

For purposes of the stop of flow of water and the reduction of excess pressure in potable or sanitary water supply pipe lines, a Combination Stop and Pressure Reducing valve having one bonnet only. This combination valve, of the same size as the conventional stop valve now used in the plumbing industry, replaces the stop valve at its commonly used location and, simultaneously replaces the pressure reducing valve which is generally installed elsewhere in the pipe lines.

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