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Switching microelectrovalve having a single diaphragm

US5027857A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 2, 1990
Grant dateJul 2, 1991
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Expiry dateMay 2, 2010

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T137/86847
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The diaphragm comprises an outer flexible part and a central part in which is overmoulded a rocking lever. The rod portion of said rocking lever is at right angles to the diaphragm plan and intended to be received in a recess of a sliding sleeve. The diaphragm rocking lever assembly is linked to an axle passing through the rocking lever and bearing on the valve body. The microvalve may be used in chemical and medical analysis devices.

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