Humidifier separator
US4243396A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 16, 1979 |
| Grant date | Jan 6, 1981 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 16, 1999 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S261/65
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A separator adapted for use as part of a fluid dispenser system for supplying inhalable fluids and including a liquid source, a gas source, nozzle means, and supporting structure positioned so that gas from the gas source is directed by the nozzle means to aspirate liquid from the liquid source and cooperate therewith to form a desired mixture of liquid and gas. The separator includes an inner member having a radial surface extending therefrom. An outer casing surrounds a portion of the inner member and the radial surface extends into engagement with the outer casing and forms a tortuous passageway between the inner member and the outer casing. The separator is adapted to be positioned within the fluid dispenser system so that the mixture of liquid and gas passes along the tortuous passageway in the separator in contact with the radial surface whereupon the larger drops of liquid are removed from the mixture leaving a remaining mixture of desired consistency which passes from the separator and out of the dispenser for use.
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