Backflash interrupter
US4949748A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 2, 1989 |
| Grant date | Aug 21, 1990 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 2, 2009 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/7734
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A backflash interrupter device is provided which can be placed in-line in a run of pipe, duct, or the like for preventing a pressure wave and any subsequent flame front traveling along the run from passing beyond the device. The preferred backflash interrupter device includes a chamber base and a vent cap cooperatively defining a transfer chamber with at least two fluid-conducting members coupled therewith with the distal ends thereof configured for coupling with respective terminal ends of portions of the run of pipe, duct, or the like.
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