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Gravity filter

US9994461B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 17, 2012
Grant dateJun 12, 2018
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Expiry dateDec 17, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC02F2307/10
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Embodiments of a gravity filter for potable water comprise a loose filter bed comprising ion exchange resin particles and activated carbon particles, and a porous non-woven filter substrate disposed downstream of the loose filter bed, wherein the porous non-woven filter substrate comprises an impregnated heavy metal scavenger.

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