Dynamic pressure relief seal for pressure vessels
US5072851A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | May 23, 1990 |
| Grant date | Dec 17, 1991 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 23, 2010 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01D2201/304
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A pressure relief seal for pressure tanks having separable tank sections is disclosed. The seal is formed by an O-ring within an O-ring cavity, in turn formed by each tank section. Overpressurization or improper assembly of the tank sections causes the O-ring to be displaced from its sealing position to permit fluid in the tank to flow past the O-ring and through pressure relief channels at the seal.
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