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Sterilizable radionuclide generator and method for sterilizing the same

US5109160A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateOct 12, 1990
Grant dateApr 28, 1992
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Expiry dateOct 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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