Multi-port diverter valve
US7509976B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 11, 2003 |
| Grant date | Mar 31, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 3, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/86871
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A valve assembly includes a housing that defines a fluid inlet and three outlets. A cartridge defining a fluid chamber includes an inlet boss that is inserted within an inlet port. The cartridge includes outlet seats engagable with any one or a combination of two outlet ports. Rotation of the cartridge selectively engages the outlet seats with any one or combination of two outlet ports. A cap retains the cartridge within the bore and is moveable between a first position that holds the cartridge in fluid communication with the inlet port to direct the fluid to specific designated outlet ports and a second position where the cartridge is free from the inlet port and allows fluid flow between the inlet port and all of the outlet ports independent of the cartridge assembly.
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