Oliver J Mendler

US Patent:

44944861, Jan 22, 1985

Filed:

Sep 26, 1983

Appl. No.:

6/535506

Inventors:

Oliver J. Mendler - Munhall PA

Assignee:

Westinghouse Electric Corp. - Pittsburgh PA

International Classification:

F16T 100
F22B 3726

US Classification:

122491

Abstract:

A moisture separator is provided which incorporates two perforated plates assembled in association with a plurality of nipples. The nipples extend through a plurality of holes in a first of the two perforated plates. Each nipple is provided with one end which has an upset portion to prevent its complete passage through the holes of the first perforated plate. A second perforated plate is assembled with the first perforated plate in such a way so as to prevent the reverse passage of the nipples in a direction opposite that of assembly. The first and second perforated plates can be rigidly fastened together by bolting, riveting or welding. In a moisture separator made in accordance with the present invention, the individual nipples do not require welding, rolling or hydraulic expansion during the assembly process and do not have to be rigidly attached to either of the two perforated plates. The cooperation of the two plates holds the nipples in position.