Medical pump filtration device, and methods of manufacture and use thereof
US11376357B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 17, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jul 5, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 3, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2207/00
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention relates to medical vacuum pump filtration devices configured to filter air being received by the pump. The filtration devices comprise a pump housing and a mounting cap which incorporates filtration capabilities that capture and or divert particulate matter and moisture away from a pump intake opening. The filtration cap can also include apertures for sensors contained within the vacuum pump housing and the filtration cap. Compliance features that ensure proper installation and use of the filtration device can be included.
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