Multiple bundle fluid separation apparatus
US5071552A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 20, 1990 |
| Grant date | Dec 10, 1991 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 20, 2010 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01D2313/13
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Multiple bundle fluid separation apparatus having at least two hollow fiber membrane bundles arranged in end-to-end linear series encased in a shell or casing. The bundles are in communication with a core tube and are connected serially in such fashion that one end of one bundle is connected to one end of its adjacent bundle. There is also present an auxiliary permeate tube to convey permeate to a permeate exit port. The casing has appropriate ports for feed inlet, and retentate and permeate outlets.
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