Threaded easy Install and removal pop-up drain stopper
a pop-up drain stopper and installation method technology, which is applied in water installation, domestic plumbing, construction, etc., can solve the problems of frustrating problems, frequent drain clogs, and even more frustrating problems, and achieve the effect of quick and easy removal and reinstallation methods, easy removal and reinstallation, and solving common household problems
Inactive Publication Date: 2017-09-21
CALHOUN PHILIP +2
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The invention is an improvement of a drain stopper that makes it easier to remove and reinstall. It uses a threaded horizontal rod and stopper connection, allowing for quick and easy removal without the need to disassemble the seal cap under the sink. The drain stopper can be opened for clog removal or cleaning of the stopper. The invention is designed to address the common problem of frequent drain cends. Overall, the invention simplifies the process of removing and installing a drain stopper, making it a simple solution for everyone.
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Frequent drain clogs are frustrating to everyone who experiences them.
Current drain stopper configurations make this problem even more frustrating as there isn't an easy way of addressing the clog.
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[0014]When inserted into the opening of a drain of the type employing a pivot rod to control the up and down motion of the stopper, as is commonly found in a bathroom sink, and positioning the invention with the opening vertically above the pivot rod (4), the stopper can be engaged or disengaged by a simple turning motion by turning the top plate (1) which causes the main body (3) to join with the pivot rod (4) thereby securing the stopper main body (3) to the pivot rod (4) or releasing it depending upon the direction of threading motion. The main body (3) consists of lateral fins radiating from a central vertical axis and are of a radius of such that their combined diameter is slightly less than that of the inside diameter of the drain pipe and serve to center the device within the drain. A gasket (2) positioned below the top plate prevents water leakage when the device is closed. The present invention should be constructed of a material of sufficient flexibility and durability to ...
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The new product improves upon a standard pop-up drain stopper which is controlled by a horizontal pivot rod as is used in bathroom / lavatory sinks. The stopper has a bell receiving base threaded to match a like threaded male “L” shaped pivot rod allowing the stopper removal or installation to be done without removal of the pivot rod to clear a clogged drain. The invention is installed by inserting the “L” shaped directional rod into receiving port of drain tube then inserting the threaded stopper on to the threaded pivot rod and turning in a clockwise motion until fully seated. To remove, push lever downward to raise stopper to apex and turn in a counter clockwise direction and lifting out of drain opening. This allows cleaning of drain clogs without disassembling the mechanical components located under the sink as is required to remove the typical pop-up stopper.
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BACKGROUND OF INVENTION[0001]The submitted invention is an improvement to the current industry standard pop-up bathroom sink drain stopper. The opening and seating function of stopper is controlled by a pivot rod inserted through the drain pipe wall and passing through a hole located at the lower end of the stopper body loosely securing the stopper in place within the center of drain pipe. It is a common circumstance for residential sink drains to become clogged. In many of these circumstances, removal of the sink drain stopper is required to remove the cause of the clogged drain. The reason for this invention is to eliminate the need for disassembling the sink drain stopper from under the sink. With this design, the stopper can be easily removed from the bowl of the sink in a standing position. Currently, the typical drain stopper must be removed from under the sink in a lying down position while working above the head. Under sink disassembly is both uncomfortable and frustrating d...
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IPC IPC(8): E03C1/23
CPCE03C1/2302
Inventor CALHOUN, PHILIPDIBLER, DARYLCALHOUN, DAVID
Owner CALHOUN PHILIP