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US4265405A
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Sprinkler nozzle
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1979-10-01
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Granted: 1981-05-05
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Expires: 1999-10-01
Abstract
Abstract An improved sprinkler nozzle is provided which comprises a base tube, a nozzle body, an inner tube and an outer tube screwed one upon another. Water can not only be sprinkled but also be discharged in a desired type of flow by adjusting three valves formed between the above-mentioned four tubular elements.
Inventors
- 👤 Tosio Takagi
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 11:49
CPC Classifications
B; B05; B05B; B05B1/00; B05B1/14; B05B1/16; B05B1/1609; B05B1/18; B05B1/188; B05B1/189; B05B1/1896
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
158 words
A sprinkler nozzle comprising: a base tube having a closed tip and a lower end adapted to receive a hose, a tubular nozzle body having a closed tip and screwed on said base tube and communicating with said base tube, said nozzle body being formed with an inside shoulder which engages the closed tip of said base tube to serve as a first valve, an inner tube screwed on said nozzle body and communicating with said nozzle body, said inner tube being formed with an inside shoulder which engages said nozzle body to serve as a second valve, said inner tube having an open end which cooperates with a projection extending from the top of said nozzle body to serve as a nozzle opening, and an outer tube screwed on said inner tube and communicating with said inner tube, said outer tube having an open top edge which engages said inner tube to serve as a third valve.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
158 words
A sprinkler nozzle comprising: a base tube having a closed tip and a lower end adapted to receive a hose, a tubular nozzle body having a closed tip and screwed on said base tube and communicating with said base tube, said nozzle body being formed with an inside shoulder which engages the closed tip of said base tube to serve as a first valve, an inner tube screwed on said nozzle body and communicating with said nozzle body, said inner tube being formed with an inside shoulder which engages said nozzle body to serve as a second valve, said inner tube having an open end which cooperates with a projection extending from the top of said nozzle body to serve as a nozzle opening, and an outer tube screwed on said inner tube and communicating with said inner tube, said outer tube having an open top edge which engages said inner tube to serve as a third valve.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
39 words
The sprinkler nozzle as claimed in claim 1 wherein said outer tube has a skirt adapted to receive a perforated plate through which water is showered when said first and third valves are opened with the second valve closed.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1984-05-04 | 1984-11-03 | 1985-05-05 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1988-05-04 | 1988-11-03 | 1989-05-05 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1992-05-04 | 1992-11-03 | 1993-05-05 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |