Discharge valve for reciprocating compressor having inner and outer flow areas
US9347443B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 27, 2013 |
| Grant date | May 24, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 15, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16K15/148
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A compressor may include a compressor body and a discharge valve assembly coupled to the compressor body. The discharge valve assembly directs discharge gas from the compressor body and between a valve plate and a valve retainer. The discharge valve assembly may include at least one reed valve assembly including a first support guide member, a second support guide member, and a reed assembly. The reed assembly may include a reed and a spring washer disposed between the first and the second support guide members.
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