Seal arrangement for filter element; filter element assembly; and, methods
US10507423B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 30, 2017 |
| Grant date | Dec 17, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 26, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF02M35/024
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A filter cartridge arrangement is provided which includes a media pack comprising Z-filter media, a preform and a housing seal member. Improvements in the preform and seal member are described which include: a single beveled surface of the seal member to facilitate installation; and, an inside region of the seal member having a tip adjacent in inwardly directed lip of the preform, to control flash during molding. A variety of media pack configurations and features are described.
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