Single and dual handle fittings with interchangeable components
US5979489A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 16, 1998 |
| Grant date | Nov 9, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 16, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/6977
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A faucet fitting system having interchangeable components useable in both single handle and dual handle faucet fixtures. The component system is designed to allow the same putty plate with breast plate, waterway spout, aerator and mounting nuts to be used with the various escutcheons, metering valves and waterways associated with the single handle and dual handle faucet fixtures. Specially constructed water valves, putty plates and escutcheon constructions useable in conjunction with the system are also disclosed.
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