Apparatus for separating water and particulate material from flowing gases
Abstract
Abstract An in-line dehydrating and particle removing apparatus for use in gas lines. The apparatus comprises a tubular body adapted to be connected into a gas flow line and including means responsive to the flow of gas therethrough for imparting a swirling or spiralling movement to the gas to cause the separation therefrom of liquid and finely divided solid particles by centrifugal action. Means is also provided for spraying a suitable liquid, such as a glycal, or the like, into the flowing gas in response to a reduction of pressure therein to absorb water from the gas and to coat finely divided particles in the gas to cause separation of the same by centrifugal action. The apparatus includes means responsive to the flow of gas therethrough for causing removal of the separated materials from the gasline and means for separating solid particles from the materials thus removed and returning the liquid portion thereof to the flowing gas for reuse in the separation of further water and particles.
Inventors
- 👤 Vernon C H Richardson
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1975-01-10 | 1975-07-12 | 1976-01-11 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-01-10 | 1979-07-12 | 1980-01-11 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-01-10 | 1983-07-12 | 1984-01-11 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |