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Thermoelectric dehumidifier and enclosure vent drain assembly

US8839630B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 19, 2009
Grant dateSep 23, 2014
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Expiry dateAug 7, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T137/7436
  • WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Embodiments of the invention provide a dehumidifier and a vent drain assembly to reduce moisture in an electrical enclosure. The dehumidifier can include a thermoelectric module, a drain pan, and a fitting to release the collected moisture from the drain pan. The vent drain assembly can receive the collected moisture from the drain pan and the fitting. The vent drain assembly can include a valve body, a float, and a cap.

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