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Filter assembly with O-ring protection

US5653871A · kind A · utility

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17Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateApr 24, 1996
Grant dateAug 5, 1997
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Expiry dateApr 24, 2016

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01D2201/4015
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention includes a liquid filtering filter head configured to receive a filter cartridge closure member, where the closure member has at least one seal member. The filter head has a generally cylindrical, inverted cup-like structure defining a chamber configured to receive the closure member and two openings in fluid communication with the chamber. Furthermore, the filter head features a guide for guiding a seal member as the closure member is inserted into the chamber, so that the seal member is prevented from becoming caught in the openings.

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