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Balloon catheter apparatus for high pressure leak detection

US9752951B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 5, 2016
Grant dateSep 5, 2017
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Expiry dateAug 5, 2036

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01M3/20
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An inflatable, balloon-type catheter apparatus which is conformable to fit most all intake and exhaust systems to delivery pressure (with or without smoke) to test the fluid integrity of the fluid system. The device is configured to be inserted into the canal of the intake or exhaust system and inflated to seal off the fluid system. The pressurized smoke is passed through the inflated inlet adapter to test for leaks.

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