Filter cartridge retention system
US6187188A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 19, 1999 |
| Grant date | Feb 13, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 19, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S210/17
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A fuel filter cartridge has a plurality of retention tabs which radially integrally project along the roll seam structure which joins a top section of the housing to the cylindrical lower section. A base contains complementary slots which allow for the cartridge to be axially inserted and rotated to secure the replaceable cartridge in position. Various numbers and configurations of the retention tabs may be provided.
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