Mounting bracket for valve actuator
US6848672B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 30, 2002 |
| Grant date | Feb 1, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 12, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S285/921
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A valve and actuator assembly includes a valve body, an actuator and a bracket that snap fits onto the valve body. The bracket includes a plate on which an actuator can be installed. In one form, the bracket is saddle shaped with depending legs that snap over a part of the valve body. Means such as bolts are provided to apply a gripping force to the legs so that the bracket is clamped onto the valve.
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