Fluid handling – With lock or seal
Patent
1997-03-31
1998-08-11
Chambers, A. Michael
Fluid handling
With lock or seal
137233, 137327, 137377, 152431, F16K 2708
Patent
active
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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Chambers A. Michael
Tolar Kenneth L.
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