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Method and apparatus for testing the integrity of filter elements

US5417101A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 9, 1992
Grant dateMay 23, 1995
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Expiry dateJun 9, 2012

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01D2201/287
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method and apparatus for testing the integrity of filter elements is provided. The filter assembly comprises a plurality of filter elements which are subdivided into a plurality of sections. By measuring the gas flow rate under known pressure conditions through all of the sections or a selected portion of the sections, defective filter elements can be isolated in a systematic manner.

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