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Cartridge respirator with service life indicator

US4326514A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 20, 1980
Grant dateApr 27, 1982
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Expiry dateJun 20, 2000

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S55/35
  • WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A visually observable means for indicating end of service life of hazardous vapor/gas respirator cartridges or canisters is disclosed. A colorimetric indicator in sheet form is positioned along the inner transparent sidewall of the respirator cartridge or canister.

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