Disposable filter means for smoking
AssigneePiparette Pty Ltd
InventorsStefan Kollasch, Brad Teys
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Abstract
The present invention is directed to a disposable shank trap for use with a pipe to filter smoke from the burning chamber. The shank trap can include or be associated with other filters to further filter smoke. The advantage of the shank trap is that it can be easily replaced, avoid problems with the cleaning of the pipe, provide efficient filtering of the smoke and efficient usage of the tobacco.
Claims10
A disposable shank trap positionable between the burning chamber and stem portion of a pipe or holder and having an internal passageway for the passage of smoke, wherein said shank trap has an outer metal casing to facilitate heat transfer and a ceramic core to withstand high temperatures and absorb moisture and exudate from the smoke, and said ceramic core substantially surrounds said passageway, wherein the smoke cools as it passes along the passageway and moisture and exudate are trapped in the shank trap.
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