Non-metallic identical half coupling

摘要

An improved non-metallic half coupling having a housing enclosing a valve that can be rotated between open and closed positions. The coupling includes an annular housing comprised of a polymer material having a first end and a second end. The first end is adapted to receive a second identical half coupling. The second end is adapted to receive a fluid conduit. A fluid passageway is defined through the housing. A valve having a spherical configuration is positioned adjacent to the first end in the housing. The valve is comprised of a polymer material. The valve defines a bore having an axis extending therethrough. A handle comprised of a polymer material is in communication with the valve. The handle rotates the valve about a valve axis transverse to the bore axis between an open position and a closed position. The handle can include various projections and recesses to maintain the proper position of the handle.