Fluid handling – Inflatable article – With coupling means
Reexamination Certificate
2005-12-27
2005-12-27
Rivell, John (Department: 3753)
Fluid handling
Inflatable article
With coupling means
C137S223000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06978796
ABSTRACT:
The present invention discloses a universal air connector for an air pump which fits all three types of air valves presently found on air tires for bicycles. The universal air connector basically comprises an outer connector for connecting to an American type air valve and an inner connector for connecting to a British or French type of air valve, the inner connector slidingly fitting inside the outer connector in the axial directions thereof but not in the radial direction thereof. The universal connector further comprises means for activating an air inlet pin inside the American type air valve, and means for connecting an air hose to said connectors.
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