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Magnetic recording device with unitary filter medium to trap organic and inorganic chemical pollutants

US5124856A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateAug 3, 1990
Grant dateJun 23, 1992
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Expiry dateAug 3, 2010

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01D2239/1216
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A chemical filter assembly mounted in a breather opening in a housing for a magnetic storage device or other device to permit pressure equalization with the surrounding environment comprises at least one filter medium for removing particulate matter, and a unitary filter medium of a fabric of activated carbon fibers that is impregnated with a chemical that in combination with the carbon provides protection against both organic and inorganic gaseous or vapor pollutants, said fibers having a pore size small enough prevent significant penetration by aqueous solutions so that during impregnation the pores will not become clogged with the chemical.

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