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Putty plate for faucet fixture

US6023796A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateApr 16, 1998
Grant dateFeb 15, 2000
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Expiry dateApr 16, 2018

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE03C2201/50
  • 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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