Multi-port valve assembly
US4768558A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 6, 1987 |
| Grant date | Sep 6, 1988 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 6, 2007 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/87708
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A multi-port valve assembly for controlling the flow of fluid through a plurality of outlet ports. A valve housing defines a common inlet and a plurality of outlet ports. A valve member corresponds to each outlet port for controlling fluid flow through the respective port. Each valve member is independently adjustable for separately adjusting fluid flow characteristics through its respective port. All of the valve members are conjointly movable for controlling fluid flow through all the outlet ports simultaneously.
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