Integrated Diverter Endcap Filter Assembly for Low Pressure Drop

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing filtration systems experience significant pressure drops, particularly in high-pressure applications, leading to inefficiencies and increased energy consumption, especially when fluid is not returned to a reservoir.

Innovation Solution

A filter assembly design featuring an inside-out flow with a cylindrical housing, angled peripheral outlet, and an upper endcap assembly with a diverter plate and struts that minimize pressure drop by directing fluid flow efficiently through a conical outlet and incorporating a bypass valve structure with aligned channels and a diverter plate.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Loss of energy

If conventional filter assemblies are used, then filtration function is provided, but pressure drop is significant (11 psid and 7 psid)

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvepressure dropVSAvoidflow rate

Core Design Contradiction:

Loss of energyVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent inverts the conventional flow direction by implementing an inside-out flow element where fluid enters through the center and exits through the periphery, rather than the traditional outside-in approach. This inversion, combined with the angled peripheral outlet positioned at approximately 45 degrees, optimizes flow dynamics and minimizes pressure drop while maintaining effective filtration.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #13The other way round (Inversion)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces a three-dimensional angled peripheral outlet structure positioned at approximately 45 degrees relative to the housing axis, creating a more efficient flow path in multiple dimensions. This spatial arrangement reduces flow resistance and pressure drop compared to conventional linear flow paths.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

2Loss of energy

If filter assembly minimizes pressure drop, then energy consumption is reduced, but structural complexity increases with diverter plate and strut assembly

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveenergy consumptionVSAvoidupper endcap assembly structure

Core Design Contradiction:

Loss of energyVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The upper endcap assembly serves multiple functions: it supports the diverter plate, provides structural closure, and integrates the strut assembly for bypass valve support. The diverter plate itself performs dual functions by directing flow and supporting the bypass valve mechanism, reducing the need for separate components.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent combines the diverter plate with the strut assembly and bypass valve support structure into an integrated upper endcap assembly. This merging of functions reduces the number of separate parts while achieving the desired flow optimization and pressure drop minimization.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

The design achieves a minimal pressure drop of 2.3 psid at 150 gpm, significantly reducing energy consumption and maintaining high flow rates compared to conventional filters, which typically exhibit 11 psid and 7 psid pressure drops.

Implementation Method 1

the diverter plate is angled in the direction of the angled peripheral outlet in a centerline plane of the peripheral outlet

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectFluid flow direction control:

Implementation Method 2

filter media extending between the upper endcap assembly and the lower endcap

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectFiltration: Filter (physical)

Implementation Method 3

incorporating a bypass valve structure with aligned channels and a diverter plate

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectPressure differential flow: Pressure Gradient

Data Source

PatentUS12569788B2Filter assembly with minimized pressure with replaceable element therefore with integrated diverter endcap

Publication Date: 2026.03.10 SCHROEDER INDS LLC

AI summary

A high pressure filter assembly with minimal pressure drop includes a filter assembly with a cylindrical filter element housing having a central inlet at one end and an angled peripheral outlet on an opposite end, and an inside-out flow filter element coupled to the inlet having a lower endcap and an upper endcap assembly and filter media extending between the upper endcap assembly and the lower endcap, and wherein the upper endcap assembly includes an upper end cap and a diverter plate coupled to and spaced from an upper endcap of the upper end cap assembly with at least one vertical strut, wherein the diverter plate is angled in the direction of the angled peripheral outlet in a centerline plane of the peripheral outlet.