Quick connector for plastic tire valve extensions
US4664153A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 28, 1986 |
| Grant date | May 12, 1987 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 28, 2006 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/9029
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An improved air chuck for tire valves having a plurality of teeth which positively lock the chuck to the valve stem by a plurality of closely spaced radially inwardly projecting fingers which are moved into engagement with the valve stem by sliding a sleeve member over the fingers. The chuck includes a means for depressing the tire valve pin and a means for sealing the outer end of the valve when the chuck is engaged.
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