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Respiratory mask cushion and mask using same

US8127764B2 · kind B2 · utility

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29Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateNov 3, 2005
Grant dateMar 6, 2012
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Expiry dateNov 9, 2027

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61M16/0683
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A seal and a mask using a seal that includes a first end portion adapted to be coupled to a seal support, a second end portion adapted for sealing engagement with a face of a user, and a sidewall extending between the first end portion and the second end portion. The first end portion, second end portion, sidewall, or any combination thereof is formed from an elastomeric material having an elongation of at least 1000%. The seal preferably formed from a unitary piece of elastomeric material.

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