Cathedral ceiling adapter
US5090654A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 8, 1991 |
| Grant date | Feb 25, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 8, 2011 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T403/32311
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Apparatus for mounting ceiling fans to cathedral ceilings with steep pitch angles connected between a ball-joint and the fan down rod. At the point where the apparatus interconnects with the ball-joint, the apparatus includes means for permitting the apparatus and ball-joint to pivot to a greater angle within the ceiling hanger, allowing a ceiling fan attached thereto to be vertically suspended from cathedral ceilings having steep pitch angles.
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