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Carbonation Machine And A Gas Canister For A Carbonation Machine - EP4130525
The patent EP4130525 was granted to Sodastream Industries on May 15, 2024. The application was originally filed on Jan 1, 2020 under application number EP22195676A. The patent is currently recorded with a legal status of "Granted And Under Opposition".
EP4130525
- Application Number
- EP22195676A
- Filing Date
- Jan 1, 2020
- Status
- Granted And Under Opposition
- Apr 12, 2024
- Publication Date
- May 15, 2024
- External Links
- Slate, Register, Google Patents
Patent Summary
A gas canister adapter for carbonation machines enables direct gas flow between the canister and machine while maintaining valve functionality. The adapter includes a valve body with a pressurized gas port and an exterior port, with an integrated channel system connecting the two. When inserted into the machine's filling port, the adapter enables continuous gas flow from the canister to the machine while maintaining valve control. The adapter's channel system enables pressurized gas to flow from the canister filling port to the valve's exterior ports, ensuring reliable gas delivery to the machine's carbonation system.
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