Concealed faucet handle mounting
US5257645A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 16, 1993 |
| Grant date | Nov 2, 1993 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 16, 2013 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/6977
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A faucet handle assembly for concealed attachment to a valve operating stem includes a handle and a handle adapter which is attached to it. There is a valve body which holds a valve member which has a valve stem extending outwardly therefrom into the handle adapter for attachment thereto. There is an exterior hub which is attached adjacent one end thereof to the valve body. The hub has interlocking means with the handle and handle adapter which prevent relative longitudinal movement between these elements but provides for rotary movement of the handle relative to the hub. There is a bearing positioned between facing surfaces of the handle and hub to provide for smooth rotation therebetween.
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