Twist and lock connection for pleated filter element

Details Twist and lock connection for pleated filter element Twist and lock connection for pleated filter element

2011-03-15

2011-03-15

Smith, Duane (Department: 1776)

Gas separation

Multiple bag type filters in chamber

C055S378000, C055S379000, C055S484000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07905935

ABSTRACT:
A baghouse and filter assembly are provided for at least partially removing particulate matter from a gas stream. The filter assembly includes a first filter portion to be supported within the baghouse adjacent to an opening defined by a tube sheet, a first generally-tubular frame, and a first pleated filter media adjacent to the first generally-tubular frame. A second filter portion includes a second generally-tubular frame and a second pleated filter media disposed adjacent to the second generally-tubular frame. A coupler is provided for connecting the first filter portion to the second filter portion and establishing fluid communication between the first and second filter portions when connected. The coupling includes a first coupling portion including a side wall defining a receiver, as well as a lug clip disposed adjacent to the receiver. The lug clip us substantially-elastically displaced in a radial direction from an unbiased position during connection of the first and second filter portions.

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