Dry break coupling
US5129621A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 1, 1991 |
| Grant date | Jul 14, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 1, 2011 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/87973
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A low flow resistant dry break fluid coupling suitable for military and industrial refueling applications wherein the coupling is connected to a male adapter by radially displaceable detents operated by an axially movable locking sleeve. The coupling including a valve having a manual actuating handle which includes locking sleeve interference structure preventing the locking sleeve from being displaced to the adapter release position while the valve is in the open condition. Additionally, electric switch structure mounted upon the coupling body permits gloved actuation to control a fluid pump.
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