Filtration system for preparation of fluids for medical applications
US10130746B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 28, 2016 |
| Grant date | Nov 20, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 23, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC02F2209/05
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Systems, methods, and devices for preparation of water for various uses including blood treatment are described. In embodiments, fluid is passed through a first filtration step which is effective for creating purified water and a pair of ultrafilters placed at the outlet. The ultrafilters are separated by an intervening flow path to prevent grow-through from the outlet end upstream. In embodiments, a recirculation path with an air removing filter helps to eliminate air from the ultimate product water.
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