Patent · US Expired

Hollow fiber bushing tip

US4704149A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateDec 8, 1986
Grant dateNov 3, 1987
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Expiry dateDec 8, 2006

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S425/217
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A bushing tip suitable for producing hollow fibers is described which is formed from a centrally disposed gas tube preferably integral with the walls of the tip and constructed such that a gas passage is provided through the tip with at least one glass delivery channel is also provided through the tip and around the gas tube. Means are also provided to connect the gas tube to a suitable gas supply.

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