Patent ID: 6250131
Filing Date: 2001-06-26
Classification: B01D,E21B,F17D

Abstract:
An apparatus for equalizing steam quality exiting multiple branches of a steam distribution manifold, comprising:(1) an inlet T-junction having an inlet connected to a steam flow pipe, said inlet T-junction having as outlet branches a vapor outlet and a liquid outlet;(2) an upper manifold having a termination,said upper manifold connected to said vapor outlet;(3) a lower manifold having a termination,said lower manifold connected to said liquid outlet,said upper manifold being located elevationally above said lower manifold;(4) a vapor phase communication means,said communication means substantially vertically interconnecting the upper manifold and the lower manifold;(5) a vapor branch having a differential pressure producer,said vapor branch being connected to said upper manifold;(6) a liquid branch that forms or includes a liquid bypass having a flow restriction means,said liquid bypass being connected to said lower manifold; and(7) an outlet connected to said differential pressure producer and to said flow restriction means to recombine the vapor and liquid mixture.