Swing bolt splash shield
US8261928B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 2, 2010 |
| Grant date | Sep 11, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 27, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF17C2223/036
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A cover is provided for a removable pressure vessel lid and the cover has a peripheral flange extending over the interface of the lid and pressure vessel to direct escaping pressurized fluid away from the operator in the event of a seal leak or residual pressure upon release of the lid fasteners. The fasteners such as swing bolts engage slots in the lid flange; and, flow shields are provided on the fasteners to redirect fluid escaping at the slots and about the fasteners.
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