Adapter pipe fitting for sprinkler or drip-type irrigation systems
US5251938A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 30, 1991 |
| Grant date | Oct 12, 1993 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 30, 2011 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S285/921
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Adapter pipe fittings for sprinkler or drip-type irrigation systems are improved by providing take-off fittings that snap into offtake connector members of the pipe body of such an adapter pipe fitting and swivels therein. The offtake portion of such a take-off swivel fitting preferably includes a screw threaded tip backed by a barb for enhancing holding of attached offtake tubing during the swivel action and for enabling selected take-off swivel fittings in manifold type units to be closed off by screwing plugs onto the threaded terminal ends thereof.
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