Valve having rotatable cage
US5335692A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 1, 1993 |
| Grant date | Aug 9, 1994 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 1, 2013 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/8803
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A valve has an on-off control member disposed about an independently rotatable dynamic control member. The on-off control member, which interfaces with a sealing means, may be rotated to a closed position for shutoff purposes. Throttling operation is achieved by rotating the dynamic control member with the on-off control member in a stationary, fully open position which protects the sealing means. Bearings are placed between the dynamic control member and the on-off control member to permit the dynamic control member to rotate freely and accurately.
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