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High pressure spin-on filter

US4855047A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMar 23, 1987
Grant dateAug 8, 1989
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Expiry dateMar 23, 2007

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S210/17
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

An improved spin-on, throw-away type fluid filter assembly which is capable of withstanding operational pressures in excess of 1000 psi adapted to by threadably affixed to a filter mounting means. The improved filter assembly includes a housing having a closed end and an open end which receives a base plate. The open end of the housing is folded inwardly over the base plate. A cap having a downwardly extending skirt is then press-fitted over the open end of the housing and extends substantially coexistent with the base plate and is then roll-formed so that the periphery of the skirt engages the exterior of the housing at the lower surface of the base plate to add strength to the structure.

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