Patent ID: 7909175
Filing Date: 2011-03-22
Classification: B01D

Abstract:
1. An adaptor for mounting a filter comprising an annular body formed from a first material and also comprising a connector for connecting the adaptor to a filter, the annular body including radially inner and outer surfaces and further comprising an annular reinforcing member reinforcing one of the inner and outer surfaces of the annular body, the reinforcing member being formed from a second material different from the first material and comprising a first portion overlying the one surface of the annular body and a radially extending flange, wherein the annular body and the reinforcing member form a groove in the other of the inner and outer surfaces of the annular body for receiving a sealing ring, the groove being U-shaped with parallel first and second side walls and a base between the side walls, said first side wall being formed by the first material of said annular body and said second side wall being formed by the second material of said radially extending flange of the reinforcing member.