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Debris arrestor for valve bleed hole

US5027850A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 13, 1990
Grant dateJul 2, 1991
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Expiry dateJun 13, 2010

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T137/4343
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A fluid flow control valve has a diaphragm for sealing against a valve seat. The diaphragm includes a bleed hole for passing fluid from one side of the diaphragm to the other. A debris arrestor comprising a one-piece flexible tag is inserted into the bleed hole by deforming the tag to pass therethrough. The tag after insertion expands to retain itself in the bleed hole.

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