Line pressure diverter apparatus
US7004187B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 4, 2003 |
| Grant date | Feb 28, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 12, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/87837
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A line pressure diverter for placement between a rupture line and a rupture disc associated with a reactor. The line pressure diverter comprising a first passage, a second passage, a vacuum breaker and a check valve. The first passage being positioned to be in fluid communication with the rupture line at a first end and with a rupture disc at a second end. The second passage being positioned to be in fluid communication with the first passage and positioned at an angle relative to the first passage. The vacuum breaker being positioned so as to extend through and into the second passage. The check valve being positioned to be in fluid communication with the second passage, the check valve being rated at a rating below that of a rupture disc.
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