Patent ID: 6096212
Filing Date: 2000-08-01
Classification: B01D

Abstract:
An improved fluid filter assembly for filtering a fluid, comprising:a core member extending between a first and a second core end;a first endcap formed from a rigid metallic material secured to said first end of said core member;a filter media comprising a sintered matrix of metallic fibers disposed about and supported by said core member;said filter media extending between a first filter media end and a second filter media end;a sinter bond comprising a matrix of metallic fibers for bonding said first filter media end of said filter media to said first endcap;a second endcap consisting essentially of a sintered matrix of metallic fibers; andsaid second endcap being secured to said second filter media end of said filter media solely by said metallic fibers of said filter media bonding with said metallic fibers of said second endcap.