Fluid handling – Systems – Multiple inlet with single outlet
Patent
1996-03-07
2000-02-08
Hepperle, Stephen M.
Fluid handling
Systems
Multiple inlet with single outlet
251233, 251250, F16K 1118
Patent
active
060218118
ABSTRACT:
A faucet assembly including dual handles whose position indicates, both tactilely and visually, the volume and exit temperature of the water flowing from hot and cold water valves to a faucet outlet. Such indication is achieved by the mounting and controlled movement of the handles, by their configuration and perimeter, by surface exposure, and by their individual connections to hot and cold water valves. The proximity of the handles and their controlled movement enables the handles to be manipulated simultaneously by a single hand of the user without pinching the fingers. The handles are mounted to conceal their mountings and their connections to the valves and are thus the only parts of the faucet assembly visible to a user thereby enhancing the appearance of the installation. Further, the faucet assembly reduces plumbing costs and is universally adaptable to both rotary and linear water valves in a wide variety of bath and kitchen installations.
REFERENCES:
patent: 5487408 (1996-01-01), Pokhis
Costello Leo F.
Hepperle Stephen M.
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