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Integrated solenoid valve for an electronic faucet

US9458612B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 15, 2013
Grant dateOct 4, 2016
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Expiry dateApr 17, 2034

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T137/9464
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An electronic faucet is provided comprising a spout; a fluid supply conduit supported by the spout; a valve assembly including a solenoid valve positioned to control fluid flow through the fluid supply conduit, the solenoid valve including a solenoid coil and a moveable valve member operably coupled to the solenoid coil; and a controller operative to control the solenoid valve, the controller including a circuit board coupled to the valve assembly and a processor mounted to the circuit board to control the solenoid valve, the solenoid coil being mounted to the circuit board.

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