Fluid contamination detecting apparatus
US5064530A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 4, 1990 |
| Grant date | Nov 12, 1991 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 4, 2010 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01N21/29
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Fluid reservoirs are often provided with a means by which the severity of fluid contamination may be monitored. One method of checking the condition of the fluid, requires the disassembly or removal of one or more components from the associated reservoir in order to read the monitoring device. Another method is utilized in conjunction with the filtration system of the fluid and an indication is observed when the level of contamination reaches a predetermined point. The present invention provides an apparatus whereby the condition of a fluid may be continually observed without requiring the disassembly or removal of any components attached to the fluid reservoir, regardless of the condition of the fluid.
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