Interchangeable chromatography cartridgeadapter system
US11946915B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 3, 2020 |
| Grant date | Apr 2, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 28, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01D2256/22
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A chromatography system has a cartridge adapter that is detachably attachable to enable a chromatography cartridge to be quickly interchanged. Chromatography cartridges are configured with threads for coupling to a corresponding interchangeable coupling component having matching threads. The interchangeable coupling component may be secured to the chromatography system by a coupling retainer. A coupling retainer may have a keyway that is configured for quick interchanging of the interchangeable coupling components. The interchangeable coupling component may have a pair of parallel sides that align with a slot of the keyway to secure the interchangeable coupling components to the coupling retainer. An inlet nipple of the chromatography cartridge may extend through an opening in the coupling components and couple to an inlet conduit for sample gas. Analyte gas may flow back to the chromatography system for detection and collection.
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