Valve lock

Fluid handling – With lock or seal

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137233, 137327, 137377, 152431, F16K 2708

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057913714

ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates generally to a valve lock for use in conjunction with a valve stem contained on an inflatable tire. The device comprises a hollow tubular component that receives the valve stem. A plurality of fingers are attached to the inner wall of the tube component and grip the valve stem holding the tube component in place. Also disclosed is a locking cap that threadedly engages the fingers causing them to tighten against the exterior of the valve stem. The locking cap can only be removed with the use of a matching key that is inserted into matching indentations on the locking cap.

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