Modular electrically-operated faucet
US7650653B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 14, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jan 26, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 21, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE03C2001/0416
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A self-contained, modular electrically-operated faucets is disclosed which has all of its components which are likely to need replacement over the life of the device contained in removable modules which may be quickly and easily removed and replaced without necessitating the removal of the device from its installed location. The modular electrically-operated faucet of the present invention is configurable to be either deck mountable or wall mountable, and to allow either a conventional faucet spout or a gooseneck spout to be mounted thereupon. Optionally, when the modules of the modular electrically-operated faucet of the present invention are accessed for removal and replacement, the flow of water through the device may be automatically deactivated by merely removing the housing of the modular electrically-operated faucet.
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