Sprinkler with variable arc and flow rate and method
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United States of America Patent
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Mar 18, 2014
Grant Date -
Nov 22, 2012
app pub date -
Jul 31, 2012
filing date -
May 29, 2009
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Abstract
A variable arc sprinkler head or nozzle may be set to numerous positions to adjust the arcuate span of the sprinkler. The sprinkler head includes an arc adjustment valve having two portions that helically engage each other to define an opening that may be adjusted at the top of the sprinkler to a desired arcuate length. The arcuate length may be adjusted by pressing down and rotating a deflector to directly actuate the valve without the need for a hand tool. A method of irrigation is also provided involving moving the deflector between an arc adjustment position and an operational, irrigation position. The sprinkler head may also include a flow rate adjustment valve that may be adjusted by actuation or rotation of an outer wall portion of the sprinkler. Rotation of the outer wall portion causes a flow control member to move axially to or away from an inlet.
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Patent Citation Ranking
- 19 Citation Count
- B05B Class
- 77.37 % this patent is cited more than
- 11 Age
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| Fee | Large entity fee | small entity fee | micro entity fee | due date |
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| 11.5 Year Payment | $7400.00 | $3700.00 | $1850.00 | Sep 18, 2025 |
