Tube support
US4553588A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 20, 1985 |
| Grant date | Nov 19, 1985 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 20, 2005 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S165/405
- WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Low pressure drop tube support elements for use in shell and tube heat exchangers comprise a series of short tubular members assembled together in a chain fashion using wire or the like. Each assembly is easily mounted longitudinally in the tube bundle. The individual elements in the chain are interconnected so that when tension is applied to the chain, each element is wedged against the tubes.
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