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Unitary removable shield assembly

US6730174B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 6, 2002
Grant dateMay 4, 2004
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Expiry dateApr 21, 2022

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC23C14/564
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An apparatus for replacing consumables of a vacuum chamber. A unitary removable shield assembly is provided to quickly replace consumables such as a shield. The shield assembly can include an upper adapter assembly, at least one shield member, a cover ring and an insulator member. The shield assembly is designed so that the consumables can be replaced in one step and allows the chamber to continue with its maintenance cycle.

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