Fluorescent dye formulation and leak detection method
US10401253B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 11, 2017 |
| Grant date | Sep 3, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 11, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01M3/228
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Provided is a porous pellet for inclusion into an operating fluid of a fluid system for detecting sites of fluid leakage. The porous pellet comprises a solid matrix formed by at least one fluorescent dye which is solid at room temperature. The matrix has a porosity of from about 10% to about 90%. Methods of installing the porous pellets into fluid system for detection of leaks is also provided.
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