Humidifier and/or flow generator for CPAP device
US9038629B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 15, 2006 |
| Grant date | May 26, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 4, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01D47/02
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A CPAP device includes a humidifier including humidifier tub having a heat conducting base plate; and a cradle to support the humidifier tub in an operative position. The cradle may also support a flow generator in operative relation to the humidifier tub. The cradle includes a heater plate in communication with the heat conducting base plate of the humidifier tub in use. The cradle further includes a retaining mechanism to retain the humidifier tub in the cradle, the retaining mechanism being structured to force the base plate into engagement with the heater plate. The humidifier and/or flow generator may include various features to manage inadvertent back-spill of water from the humidifier to the flow generator.
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