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Biocidal gas sterilizer

US4921675A · kind A · utility

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13Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateApr 28, 1987
Grant dateMay 1, 1990
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Expiry dateApr 28, 2007

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61L2/206
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method and apparatus for sterilizing materials and/or equipment by exposure to a biocidal gas. The apparatus is designed to be used with an exhaust vent system. A sensor is provided in the exhaust vent system for determining flow of gas therethrough. The sensor provides a signal to the control unit of the sterilizer so as to control the operational status of the sterilizing apparatus when a flow of gas in the exhaust vent system is stopped.

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