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Refrigeration system service adapter

US5139049A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateNov 15, 1990
Grant dateAug 18, 1992
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Expiry dateNov 15, 2010

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T137/87965
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A refrigeration system service coupling having a valved service adapter employing a spring biased sleeve valve to maintain the adapter valve in a closed no flow condition except when the service adapter is properly connected to a charging port of predetermined configuration and capable of retaining the service adapter sleeve valve to permit opening of the service adapter valve upon the service adapter being properly connected to the charging port.

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