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Filter elements, air cleaner assemblies, and methods of use and assembly

US11426691B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 3, 2017
Grant dateAug 30, 2022
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Expiry dateFeb 21, 2038

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01D2279/60
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Air cleaner assemblies, components, and features are described. The features can be used to provide that the air cleaner assembly includes a housing and cover within which primary and secondary filter cartridges, having a media pack and a seal arrangement surrounding the media pack, can be installed. The filter cartridges can include an open end cap with an axially deviating seal arrangement and a plurality of axially extending channels for engaging with ribs on the housing. The filter cartridges can also include extension members extending from the open end cap that include the axially extending channels, entirely or partially. The filter cartridges can also include a guide member extending from the extension members for providing a low friction surface against the housing during installation that allows axial force exerted by the installer to be translated into a rotational force that rotates the filter cartridge during installation.

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