Abstract: A flow collector/distributor for a water treatment tank comprises a housing proportioned to communicate through a wall of the water treatment tank to provide flow communication between the tank interior and the tank exterior. The collector/distributor defines an inner end to project inwardly from the tank wall and an outward end to face outwardly from the tank wall. A plurality of slots are defined in the tubular housing, positioned to communicate with the tank interior when the collector/distributor is seated in the tank wall. The slots are of a width which is narrow enough to permit water flow therethrough while substantially preventing passage therethrough of water treatment material present within the tank.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for controlling the volume stream of a sub-quantity which is continuously removed from a gas stream and which is supplied and mixed with a gaseous dilutant stream, the sub-quantity is conducted from the main stream through a back-up region where the control of the flow of sub-quantity without affecting its composition is effected by a counterflow in a back-up region which is controllably directed in opposition to the sub-quantity flow such as by an annular upstream directed gap surrounding the sub-quantity conduit or by openings which are directed in a direction against the sub-quantity flow or by a pipe directing a flow against the discharge end of the sub-quantity flow. The sub-quantity flow is mixed in a mixing tunnel with a dilution gas and a small quantity of this mixed gas is removed for testing.

Abstract: A mixing apparatus includes a tub, an agitator disposed in the tub, a flow mixer which provides an initial mixture into the tub, and recirculating means for recirculating mixture from the tub through the flow mixer. In a particular embodiment, the flow mixer has a vertical sleeve through which a dry substance is received for mixing with a liquid input through an inlet manifold through which the sleeve extends. The flow mixer also includes a valve comprising an orifice plate, a valve plate and a body in which grooves are formed for forming jets of liquid to engage the dry substance in a downwardly spiraling circulation. Connected to the flow mixer below the valve are at least two recirculation inputs below which a diffuser is adjustably connected.

Abstract: A liquid proportioning system constructed according to the principles of the present invention mixes a primary liquid with liquid additive from at least one liquid additive reservoir. The system includes a manifold in which the primary liquid and the liquid additive are mixed. The manifold has an outlet for discharging the mixture, a first inlet for receiving the primary liquid and a second inlet for receiving liquid additive. A plurality of conduits each carry the liquid additive to the manifold from the liquid additive reservoir. Each conduit delivers the liquid additive to the manifold at a different rate under substantially the same operating conditions so that the connection of each conduit to the second inlet results in a different predetermined mixing proportion. Quick connect couplings connect each conduit to the second inlet of the manifold so that the conduits may be quickly connected to and disconnected from the second inlet to change the mixing proportion.

Abstract: A gas service tee designed to facilitate tamper-proof termination of gas service to a residential or business location and/or removal of the gas meter without interruption of gas service. The gas service tee is characterized in a first preferred embodiment by a tee fitting located in the gas service line downstream from the gas meter and an adaptor having a tamper-proof adaptor stem mounted in the tee fitting, which adaptor stem can be adjusted to stop the flow of gas through the line. In a second preferred embodiment of the invention the adaptor stem is hollow and is provided with spaced stem openings and a stem grip may be provided for threadably rotating the stem inside an adaptor fitting located in the tee fitting. A tube fitting may also be provided on the stem or stem grip for receiving the hose of an auxiliary gas supply bottle and supplying gas to the residential or business location while the gas meter is being repaired or replaced.

Abstract: A solenoid-controlled fuel injection device, particularly useful for injecting non-Newtonian types of fuel materials, such as coal slurry, to a preburn chamber of an internal combustion engine, comprises a wet-type solenoid unit and a vortex valve unit integrated together in a modular configuration. The solenoid unit contains a magnetic coil surrounding a coaxial control fluid-sealing bore through which a cylindrical armature is translated. The armature has a coaxial armature stem which is engaged by the valve stem of the vortex valve unit. The vortex valve stem is supported on a compression spring within the longitudinal bore of a valve body, coaxial with the bore of the solenoid unit and engages a poppet valve seat adjacent to a vortex valve element. A control fluid supply inlet is coupled to the longitudinal bore, while a fuel supply bore is coupled to a fuel input port to the vortex chamber of the vortex valve.

Abstract: In an injector adapted to deliver a charge of fuel and air directly into the combustion chamber of a two-stroke cycle engine, a single solenoid coil has an armature mechanism that sequentially opens both a fuel metering valve and a charge delivery valve.

Abstract: A device for fluid mixing and flow control in showers, baths, and sinks. Three flow control valves are connected to a mixing chamber. Two of the valves control two inlet channels into the chamber, and the third valve controls the flow out of the chamber. The two inlet valves are linked to operate in unison in opposite phase (one opens when the other closes), providing a variable fluid mixing ratio. The complementary operation of these mixing valves causes their combined flow rate to remain constant while the mixing ratio varies. The third valve controls the total flow rate. This provides independent control of mixture and flow via a simple device. A circular dial can show the control arm positions clearly, allowing quick, absolute adjustment.

Abstract: A faucet has a body with a hollow inner cavity and a spout which opens into the inner cavity. A valve assembly is located within the inner cavity to control the flow of water from a source into the spout. The valve assembly comprises a housing with an inlet chamber which opens into a ring-shaped channel, an outlet chamber having an opening centrally located with respect to the ring of the channel, and a diaphragm to selectively close the communication of the inlet and outlet chambers. A solenoid includes a plunger that is biased by a spring against the diaphragm and an electromagnetic coil to pull the plunger away from the diaphragm. A proximity sensor is included to detect the presence of an object adjacent the faucet and energize the coil. A safeguard alarm mechanism is provided to deenergize the coil after a given interval if the object continues to be detected and thereafter periodically briefly energize the solenoid until the object is removed.

Abstract: A mixing valve includes the volume control valve, a pressure proportioning valve, and a thermostatic valve assembly within a single modular housing. The housing is rotatably mounted in a valve body. The housing houses the proportioning valve and the thermostatic control valve. Rotation of the housing controls the total volumetric flow from the supply inlets of the valve plate at the end of the housing. The thermostatic control valve includes a pivotable lever which has a spring seated at one side and a thermally responsive wax element at the other side with the fulcrum of the lever between the spring and wax element. Control handles are mounted at the end of the valve to independently control the volume and the temperature. An annular discharge chamber surrounds the housing section which houses the proportioning valve. The discharge chamber is in fluid communication to an outlet which is located at the same end of the valve body as the hot and cold water inlet supply lines.

Abstract: A needleless injection port arrangement (10) for intravenous fluid systems wherein the arrangement (10) includes a valving unit (12) disposed in a valve housing unit (11) having a dual port upper valve housing member (13): wherein, the valving unit (12) includes a valve head member (50) mounted on a resilient biasing member (40) to control the introduction of medicant fluids through a medicant fluid port (18) formed in the upper valve housing member (13).

Abstract: This invention relates to a process and apparatus for supplying additives at very low, exactly controlled rates to a liquid or gaseous fluid by means of a rate control element consisting of a highly porous sintered material. Such an apparatus is simple in structure and can be used for a reliable supply at very low rates, which are exactly controlled.

Abstract: A mixing valve includes the volume control valve, a pressure proportioning valve, and a thermostatic valve assembly within a single modular housing. The housing is rotatably mounted in a valve body. The housing houses the proportioning valve and the thermostatic control valve. Rotation of the housing controls the total volumetric flow from the supply inlets of the valve plate at the end of the housing. The thermostatic control valve includes a pivotable lever which has a spring seated at one side and a thermally responsive wax element at the other side with the fulcrum of the lever between the spring and wax element. Control handles are mounted at the end of the valve to independently control the volume and the temperature. An annular discharge chamber surrounds the housing section which houses the proportioning valve. The discharge chamber is in fluid communication to an outlet which is located at the same end of the valve body as the hot and cold water inlet supply lines.

Abstract: An improved valve for use in combination with a hand-held nozzle for a lawn treatment system which is designed to allow selective application of a second liquid chemical by the operator in conjunction with the application of a first liquid chemical. The system includes separate pressurized sources for each of the two chemicals as well as a pair of hoses concentric with each other, each hose communicating with one of said pressurized sources and said valve. The nozzle includes means for connecting the hose associated with the first pressurized source, means for connecting the hose associated with the second pressurized source, and an operator controlled valve means for permitting and restricting flow of said second chemical through the valve, a nozzle, and means for connecting a nozzle to the valve.

Abstract: A device for generating a plurality of gas bubbles in a liquid. The device includes a conduit adapted to carry the liquid. A first gas chamber is formed near the conduit and an orifice proximate a side wall of the conduit defines a passageway between the first gas chamber and the conduit. A valve member is adapted to seat against and close the orifice. The device may include a second gas chamber and a diaphragm responsive to gas pressure in the second gas chamber. A conduit connecting the first and second chambers may include a variable vent for controlling the size and number of gas bubbles injected into the liquid flowing in the conduit.

Abstract: In a valve system for controlling the flow of liquid fuel and steam to a nozzle in a large scale power plant boiler, a pair of valves are operated by rotary pneumatic actuators. Three-position operation is achieved for one of the valves by coupling the valve shafts together through a lost-motion coupling and using an actuator for the other valve which delivers more torque than the actuator which operates the three-position valve. The same actuator and coupling system can be used for straight high pressure mechanical atomization, for mechanical atomization with recirculation, and for steam atomization, with simple substitution of rotary valves.

Abstract: Apparatus for selectively introducing an additive into a conduit fluid stream, said apparatus comprising an intake means (29A) for drawing said additive from a supply thereof, a metering device (28) for selectively regulating the amount of said additive introduced and a clamp (20) which in use engages a conduit (21) and includes means (36) for dispensing said additive through said conduit wall and into the fluid stream.

Abstract: The aspirator system of this invention is directed to an economical regulator assembly which can provide a substantially uniform vacuum without the need for periodic adjustment. The vacuum of the system can be easily and accurately adjusted, thereby accommodating changes in system pressure demands. The system is not prone to vacuum leakage or undesired vacuum fluctuations.

Abstract: Drag reduction in hydrocarbon fluids flowing through conduits is improved by the injection of high molecular weight non-crystalline hydrocarbon soluble drag-reducing polymers through dies having multiple openings at substantially the same distance from the conduit wall.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for introducing a first liquid having a high vapor pressure into a second liquid, which comprises maintaining the first liquid under gas pressure in excess of its vapor pressure, and intermittently introducing predetermined quantities of said first liquid under pressure into the second liquid. The pressure of the first liquid remains above its vapor pressure before it is mixed with the second liquid. This method and apparatus is particularly applicable to the introduction of liquid bromine chloride into liquid waste or water.

Abstract: An improved beverage dispensing system utilizing a unique mixing valve design is disclosed. The mixing valve comprises an inner rotatable member an outer casing, and a flow restriction which produces a jet of spray, yielding a reconstituted beverage of uniform consistency.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a semiconductor device including the step of depositing from the vapor layers on a substrate in the chamber of a reactor in which a vector gas and a reactant gas are introduced, characterized in that the vector gas and the reactant gas are introduced into the chamber of the reactor by means of a system of three coaxial tubes, the first of which (the inner tube) has a diameter smaller than that of the second tube (the intermediate tube), which in turn has a diameter smaller than that of the third tube (the outer tube), the first ends of these tube being independent, but the second ends thereof situated in the proximity of each other cooperating with each other so as to form a valve controlling the introduction of the reactant gas into the hot zone of the chamber of the reactor mixed with a vector gas, these tubes being disposed in such a manner that: the said second end of the inner tube merges into the intermediate tube, the said second end of the intermediate tube provided with a re

Abstract: A checkvalve is provided for dispersing a fluid into a flowing stream. All operating parts of the checkvalve are located in the flowing stream to provide uniform and rapid dispersion of the fluid.

Abstract: A faucet having an infrared sensor-actuated adjustable valve for automatic control of the discharge of water in response to the user's hands being positioned below the discharge spout. The infrared sensor is activated to control a solenoid valve thereinside. A manual valve mechanism is also provided for effecting a discharge of water by manual control of a single-axis stem during periods when the sensor is inoperative. The temperature of the water discharge created by actuation of either the automatic valve or the manual valve is established by rotation of the stem.

Abstract: An apparatus useful for introducing an additive material into a pipeline in which a primary material is flowing in a direction generally parallel to the centerline of the pipeline comprises: a probe located at least partially in the pipeline and in communication with an additive material source; and at least one first aperture and at least one second aperture located in the probe in the pipeline and acting as passageways for additive material from the additive source and the probe to the interior of the pipeline, provided that the first and second apertures are located away from the centerline of the pipeline and are oriented to face substantially downstream relative to the general flow of the primary material in the pipeline.

Abstract: To simplify and improve the functioning of a plumbing mixing fixture with a hot and cold water intake, a mixing chamber, and a mixing water outlet, in which the quantity of the flow and the mixing temperature are regulated by means of valve discs that can be adjusted by motor, a multi-disc mixing valve that adjusts both the quantity and the mixing temperature one after another is installed.

Abstract: A system for clearing clogged drain pipes comprising a drain pipe section either straight or P-trap, having a closeable side inlet adjacent the upstream end of the pipe, means to connect the side inlet to a source of pressurized water, an anti-backflow device removably insertable in said side inlet, and a hinged flap valve inside the drain pipe hanging downwardly in its open position over the interior juncture of the side inlet and the drain pipe and movable upwardly to its closed position to prevent any upward flow through the drain pipe. This system is useful in all drains to remove obstructions in the drain pipe.

Abstract: A fluid flow regulating and control unit for intravascular catheter systems used in medical and surgical procedures with a slidably mounted closure member for the control fluid to the in-dwelling catheter. Force is exerted axially on an annular resilient member causing it to deform and bypass a relatively large flow of fluid through a fluid flow passage about the outer surface of a restrictor member therein; permitting the flow to pass with a predetermined minimum flow of fluid.

Abstract: Portable liquid measuring and dispensing device comprising a main reservoir for containing oil and to which a chamber is connected for metering a predetermined quantity of oil, this chamber being solid with the main reservoir and having a visual indicator showing the quantity of liquid contained in the chamber. The device includes a liquid moving assembly solid with the reservoir and the chamber, this assembly being formed of a rotary pump brought into rotation by a D.C. motor connected to a power source including a polarity inverter switch having a pair of buttons, each actuatable to cause rotation of the pump in one of its two directions of rotation.

Abstract: A hydraulically actuated fast action gate valve for gating highly viscous uids in a salt water environment includes front and back plates having openings for connection to conduits containing the viscous fluid and a center plate having a slot for receiving a slidable gate that includes an optional check valve. A gate is positioned within the slot and includes upper and lower grooves that provide rapid equalization of pressure of the viscous fluid between the opposite ends of the gate when the gate is rapidly actuated. One end of the gate is connected by a locking pin to an actuating rod that is driven by a hydraulic cylinder that is mounted external to the valve. The front and back plates have opposing passages allowing the actuating rod to be secured to the gate so that the hydraulic cylinder may be removed. An optional opening is provided in the back plate to permit the introduction of a non-gated fluid into piping contained within the inlet conduit.

Abstract: Apparatus for injecting ammonia into water, or more particularly, into hard water. Apparatus includes a check valve having a plurality of spaced recessed annuli therearound communicating with an axially disposed bore through orifices or ports interconnecting the bore with the annuli. Annuli profile is characterized by sharp right angle edges defining the outer and inner diameters with no tapered O-ring seat portions therebetween. O-rings are fitted around the annuli in pressure sealing relationship and make line contact only with the outer sharp edges or diameters of the annuli, thus providing a faster responding and more sensitive valve to minor adjustments in ammonia pressure than check valves with tapered seats for the O-rings as well as being devoid of tapered surfaces upon which hard insoluble calcium deposits or scale tend to form when ammonia is added to water.

Abstract: A flushing device comprising, a housing having an inlet, an outlet, a cavity communicating between the inlet and outlet and defining an annular valve seat, and an opening communicating with the cavity, with the valve seat facing away from the opening. The device has an elastic valve element received in the cavity with an annular valve portion sealingly engaged against the seat. The valve element has a stem extending through the opening and the stem sealingly engages against the portion of the housing defining the opening. The valve element has a passageway extending therethrough and communicating between the inlet and the outlet, and the device has a relatively large channel communicating between the inlet and seat and between the seat and outlet. The device has an insert extending across the passageway and having a relatively small bore.

Abstract: A two-way flow valve includes a valve body having a cavity and a stem longitudinally moveable therein which establishes two separate fluid flow paths through the cavity in the body from first and second inlet ports to a common outlet port. A spring biases the stem to a first position in which fluid flow is allowed along a first one of the paths and obstructed along the other. When a closure is applied to the valve, the stem is moved against the spring bias to a second position in which fluid flow is allowed along a second one of the paths and obstructed along the first path.

Abstract: A flow regulating assembly and components are provided for a catheter system. The assembly provides a regulated flow of medical fluid with an intermittent operator-controlled large-volume flushing flow. The assembly includes a flow-occluding piston reciprocal within a housing to move from the regulated flow position to a position completely out of the path of fluid flow from the inlet to the outlet. Actuation of the piston is from the exterior of the housing, and adjustment of the regulated flow volume is also effected from the housing exterior. The assembly components may be sterilized and fitted together in a clean room without welding or gluing being necessary.

Abstract: A spray assembly including an improved control valve is disclosed which is designed for heavy industrial usage to enable application of air and/or atomized liquids to be applied to the working surfaces of various types of forming apparatus such as molds and dies for example. The control valve utilized in the spray assembly of the present invention incorporates a piston actuated plunger assembly which is designed for extremely rapid operation whereby substantially maximum liquid fluid flow may be obtained almost instantaneously. Additionally, the spray assembly is designed so as to enable application of either one fluid alone such as blow air or both air and liquid. Also, the plunger is positioned so as to provide substantially unobstructed liquid flow into the air stream for atomization when in a fully open position thereby enabling large volumes of liquid to be applied within relatively short cycling time.

Abstract: A thermostatic mixing valve is provided comprising a thermostat body arranged in an elongated housing and actuating an axially displaceable control member, which regulates the inlet areas for the warm and cold water. The control member cooperates with a sleeve member for regulating one of the inlet areas. The sleeve member is axially displaceable in the housing by the pressure from one of the liquids and this movement is limited by a stop ring. The end of the sleeve member remote from the control member cooperates with an axially displaceable closing sleeve regulating the outlet area of the mixed water. Pressure means actuated by an actuating lever acts upon the closing sleeve by pivoting said lever about an axle perpendicular to the housing. The mixed water temperature being regulated by rotating said lever, at which means being arranged to axially displace the thermostat body.

Abstract: The mixture control device is connected to a warm water installation having relatively low supply temperature and including an outlet conduit of the warm water, a parallel outlet conduit of the warm water connected in series with an electrical flow heater and a supply conduit of cold water. A mixture control device has a housing defining a mixing chamber and having three inlets and and outlet. The inlets are connected respectively, to the hot water conduit, the warm water conduit and the cold water conduit. Control means including two superimposed ceramic disks are arranged between the inlet ports and the mixing chamber. One of the disks is stationary and is provided with three inlet bore holes arranged on a concentric circle and communicating with respective inlets.

Abstract: A valve for adding ingredients to or sampling the fluid flowing through the valve includes an adjustable solid stem which can be extended through the flow path of a pipeline to form a seal with a seat positioned directly opposite the stem. An injection nozzle is fitted into the seat to permit addition of ingredients or sampling of the fluid when the stem is retracted from the seat. When the stem is seated, flow still occurs in the flow path.

Abstract: A liquid injector system for introducing, metering, and premixing a liquid hygienic agent such as soap or medicant into a stream of water flowing through a conduit for dispensing in a bath or shower array of spray nozzles. The system includes at least one manually operated piston valve mounted in the water flow line to the spring nozzles and include communication with an agent injector cylinder having a dispensing system actuated by system water pressure. The valve includes a housing with a water flow-through, direction reversal chamber in fluid communication with the reciprocally movable valve body having an axial passage terminating in a radial passage near a mid-portion of the valve body. The system ensures for positive metering and thoroughly mixing the agent in the spray system.

Abstract: There is disclosed an adjustable fluid flow restrictor for controlling the rate of fluid flow into a conduit, the restrictor having a body which seals the central opening of a fluid chamber and through which body there is a central opening having a cylinder section and a truncated cone section the cylinder section having a set-screw engaged therein, the threads thereof forming spiral grooves through which fluid maybe conducted at a rate controlled by positioning the end of the set-screw adjacent the walls of the truncated cone section to obstruct and adjustably close the openings into the spiral grooves thereby restricting the rate of fluid flow. An alternate form of the restrictor employs a ball-valve between the set-screw and the truncated cone section, the space between the ball-valve and the walls of the truncated cone section being adjusted by the set-screw to restrict the flow of fluid.

Abstract: A valve for introducing additive substances into a main process stream passing therethrough includes a valve body and a valve seat member carried in the body and having a bore therethrough communicable with the main process stream lumen. The valve seat member has a port communicable with the bore to permit flow of an additive into the bore. A first valve stem in the bore is moved to open and close the port for selectively permitting flow of additive through said port into the bore. A second valve stem moves relative to the valve seat member to open and close the bore for selectively injecting additive into the lumen. Additionally, the valve permits disassembly for cleaning without interrupting flow of the main process stream and provides for heating and cooling of the additive and the main process stream by the circulation of suitable medium through the valve body in a passageway disposed about the main process stream.

Abstract: An improved chemical generation apparatus particularly adapted to the generation of chlorine dioxide. This apparatus includes a generation vessel having at least two reducing couplings attached thereto by leak-proof joints thereby forming at least one inlet and at least one outlet to said vessel. The reducing couplings advantageously have surfaces which form an angle of at least 110.degree. with the vessel walls to create a geometry which prevents chemical buildup during operation of the apparatus. The apparatus also has sources of supply for each of the reactive materials connected to said inlet of the vessel though a metering means and an injection check valve.

Abstract: In a preferred embodiment of the invention, a fire truck is provided with an adapter for connecting the fire hose to the truck water-pump outlet, and extending from the adapter is an air conduit connected to a compressed-air source for alternate use of the same hose to pump air therethrough as from bottled breathable compressed air whereby trapped firemen may be furnished breathable air through the fire hose normally in their presence, by a mere switching-off the water-valve and opening the air-valve.

Abstract: Apparatus is provided for admixing a relatively small quantity of one fluid with a larger quantity of another fluid in a proportion which remains relatively constant over a wide range of demand flow rates for the mixed fluids. The apparatus comprises a body having an inlet cavity and an outlet chamber in fluid communication therewith through an annular port. A disc-like valving member is mounted for displacement vertically in the chamber into elevations which depend on the rate at which a primary fluid flows through the annular port. A reservoir for a secondary fluid has an upwardly-open orifice and is located interiorly of the annular port. The valving member has a central tapered plug which depends into the reservoir-orifice, and the valving member is weighted so as to be biased downwardly by a constant pressure into a normally-closed position blocking fluid flow through the annular port.

Abstract: A valve for injecting or ejecting fluid to or from a fluid stream flowing in a pipe includes a valve body connected between abutting flanges in the pipe. The body has a through passage intersecting the pipe with seating assemblies located in each end of the through passage which cooperate with a stem assembly to provide communication between a port, the valve body and the pipe.

Abstract: A gas flow control system including a control for varying the flow rate of only one of two gaseous components forming an analgesic mixture to selectively vary the relative proportions thereof up to a pre-established maximum concentration of the one component and a control to vary the total flow rate of these components without varying the relative proportions thereof. Flow meters are provided to measure the relative flow rates and thereby determine the concentration of the gaseous components.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is an apparatus for injecting a quantity of sample liquid into a continuously flowing carrier liquid comprising a housing, a primary channel, carrier inlet and outlet means both connected to the primary channel to form a carrier conduit through the housing, sample inlet and outlet channels both connected to the primary channel to form a sample conduit through the housing, a normally closed pressure relief valve disposed in the primary channel between the sample conduit and the carrier conduit, and means to change the pressure differential between the liquid flowing in the sample and carrier conduits.

Abstract: A liquid fuel or other liquid is supplied to a supply line which communicates with an injection conduit opening out into a receptacle such as a steelmaking converter. The supply line includes a non-return valve which allows the liquid to pass only when its pressure exceeds a given critical pressure. A gas is introduced into the supply line downstream of the non-return valve at a pressure which is hgher than the critical pressure and which is sufficient to prevent any material in the receptacle from penetrating into the injection conduit.

Abstract: An electrically-operated pressure control apparatus is adapted to perform switching and actuating functions and is capable of operating in response to high pressure or in response to an absence of pressure, that is, a vacuum. The apparatus includes: a first pressure conduit, a second pressure conduit, a third pressure conduit, a coil assembly and an armature assembly. The armature assembly is adapted to be operated electromagnetically when the coil assembly is energized. The armature assembly includes a sealing lever, an armature lever, a return spring, and a pivot means. The sealing lever has sealing means, preferably at one end thereof, adapted to open and close a first passageway in the first pressure conduit, and adapted to close and open a second passageway in the second pressure conduit. The effective, operating length of the armature lever is greater than the effective, operating length of the sealing lever.

Abstract: A water mixer with a hot and a cold water inlet and one outlet, comprising a longitudinal housing with a longitudinal control reed swingable to throttle one inlet and widen the other one at the same time and vice versa.