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FIIG:  A24000

Entry Date:  Apr-28-1989

Concept:  

Status:  A

Applicability:  D

Type:  0

Definition:  A replaceable device designed to remove dust, pollen or other foreign matter from the air passing through it. The removal of particles is accomplished by porous fibrous or shredded material (metallic or nonmetallic) which is loosely woven or matted and confined in a frame or retained between perforated sheets of firmer material. It is designed to fit into air conditioners, ventilation systems and hot air furnaces. It may have facilities for radio frequency/electromagnetic interference shielding. The filter may be cleaned by the use of compressed air, blown through the filter element, or by using water and a suitable detergent for cleaning purposes which would extend the life of the filter.

Basic INC:  70071

Basic Name:  FILTER

Description:  1. A device designed to remove solid particles from fluids ranging in density from heavy liquids to gases. The removal of particles is accomplished by an element constructed so the fluid can flow through it while the solid particles are retained. The degree of removal of particles must be nominally rated at less than 50 microns or absolutely rated at less than 75 microns. See also STRAINER (as modified). 2. A transparent item designed to be used with a light for the sole purpose of altering the color of the light transmitted and/or polarizing the light rays. 3. (Electrical) An item for insertion in an electrical or electronic circuit which introduces a predictable amount of opposition to the passage of currents of specified frequency(ies) as they pass through the device.