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Double poppet quick connect

US8191575B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 11, 2008
Grant dateJun 5, 2012
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Expiry dateMay 16, 2030

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T137/88038
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Two independent poppets/valves that open and close independently as a quick connect coupling is mated and unmated are employed as part of a cooling system for high end data processing systems. More particularly, the present invention comprises a quick connect poppet valve having two internal, independently functioning sealing seats therein disposed within a serially connected flow path to prevent leakage and to minimize the effects of debris.

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