Sterilizable radionuclide generator and method for sterilizing the same
US5109160A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 12, 1990 |
| Grant date | Apr 28, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 12, 2010 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG21G1/0005
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A radionuclide generator of the type having a column with an inlet port and an outlet port, means for connecting the inlet port of the column to a source of eluant, and means for connecting the outlet port to an eluate collection vessel, further includes a plug removably mounted to the inlet connecting means to seal the same and a cover removably mounted to the outlet connecting means. The outlet cover has a vent therein whereby gases produced during the sterilization of the generator are vented.
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