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Heater for gas furnace condensate drain system

US10408470B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 9, 2016
Grant dateSep 10, 2019
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Expiry dateApr 15, 2037

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02B30/00
  • WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A system and method is described for a heater box or compartment within a gas furnace or other HVAC cabinet. The compartment can house drain hoses, drain traps, and other components used to collect and dispose of condensate. The compartment can comprise heating elements or thermostatic switches to assist in preventing the freezing of condensate.

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