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Brine seal for a filtration device

US8388842B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 18, 2011
Grant dateMar 5, 2013
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Expiry dateAug 12, 2031

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01D2319/022
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A filtration device having a tubular pressure vessel and a tubular filter assembly is provided. The tubular filter assembly is housed within the tubular pressure vessel and includes a filter element and a split ring seal circumscribing the filter element. The split ring seal has an annular body that includes a first end, a second end opposite the first end and slidably engaged with the first end, and an opening extending through the annular body.

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