Watertight seal design for vehicle evaporator tubes and valve
US9822880B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 12, 2014 |
| Grant date | Nov 21, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 26, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60H2001/00635
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A seal for a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system for a motor vehicle. The seal includes a first sealing portion, a second sealing portion, and a hinge disposed intermediate the first sealing portion and the second sealing portion. The seal is configurable in an unfolded position, wherein the first sealing portion, second sealing portion, and hinge are substantially aligned, and a folded position, wherein the second sealing portion overlaps the first sealing portion.
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