Keg tapping apparatus having improved retainer
US4436228A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 16, 1982 |
| Grant date | Mar 13, 1984 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 16, 2002 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB67D1/0832
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A keg tapping apparatus includes a keg unit secured within the neck of a keg by a retainer and a tavern unit coupled to the keg unit by the retainer. An operating handle opens valves associated with the keg unit to establish fluid communication between the keg and fluid inlet and outlet fittings on the tavern unit. The retainer has a body which includes a generally cylindrical bore and notches which communicate with the bore. Complementary inserts received within the notches are integrally attached to the body and define coupling lugs which project into the bore for coupling connection with the tavern unit. The inserts are made from a harder material than the body.
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