Ultraviolet light treatment chamber
US11806434B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 26, 2021 |
| Grant date | Nov 7, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 8, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC02F2201/328
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An apparatus for the treatment of a liquid that includes a chamber having at least one inner surface, the chamber adapted for passage of a fluid therethrough. The chamber is at least 80 percent enclosed. The apparatus also includes an optional ultraviolet-transmissive tube disposed within the chamber and also adapted for the passage of the liquid therethrough. The apparatus further includes an ultraviolet lamp disposed within the chamber and, optionally, within the ultraviolet-transmissive tube. A reflective material is interposed between the chamber and the transmissive tube. The reflective material is adapted so as to reflect at least a portion of light emitted by the ultraviolet lamp, wherein the reflective material is at least 80 percent reflective.
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