Inertial separation pre-cleaner
US9616373B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 24, 2014 |
| Grant date | Apr 11, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 2, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01D2279/60
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An inertial separator includes an inlet portion connected to a Y-junction having a first conduit fluidly extending therefrom and a second conduit fluidly extending therefrom. A separator wall is disposed between and along at least a portion of the first and second conduits. The separator wall has a tip extending into the Y-junction between an inlet to the first conduit and an inlet to the second conduit. An angle is formed between a major longitudinal dimension of the separator wall and the inlet portion centerline, and a ramp is formed adjacent the second end of the generally straight inlet portion, upstream of the Y-junction in a direction of airflow from the inlet opening towards the first and second outlets. During operation, debris entering the inlet portion is separated from an airflow and exits the through the second conduit while air exits through the first conduit.
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