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Trap assembly for a condensing fossil fuel furnace

US4729328A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateApr 23, 1987
Grant dateMar 8, 1988
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Expiry dateApr 23, 2007

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02B30/00
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

An improved trap assembly for a high efficiency fossil fuel furnace includes a vertical tube closed at its lower end with a condensate inlet immediately above the lower end and a condensate outlet above the inlet. A flue gas inlet is provided at the top end of the tube with a flue gas outlet immediately adjacent thereto. A float with a sealing cap is positioned within the tube and rises in response to the level of condensate to block the flue gas outlet.

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