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Method and kit for use with standard pipe couplings to construct a de-aerator

US7364609B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 7, 2005
Grant dateApr 29, 2008
Priority date
Expiry dateSep 16, 2025

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T137/313
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A kit for constructing a de-aerator for a fluid distribution system includes a gas concentrator adapted to be received in chamber of a T-coupling provided with the kit. A cap is provided that closes a cap connector integrally formed with the T-coupling. The cap supports a valve that opens and closes in response to fluctuations of a level of the fluid in the cavity as air is accumulated in the cavity and discharged by an opening of the valve.

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