Deaerator outlet diffuser

摘要

A deaerator (16) includes a case (46) defining a vortex chamber (50) and a fluid inlet (28) for allowing a mixture of lubricating liquid and air to pass through the case into the vortex chamber. An air outlet (30) allows air flow out of the deaerator, and a liquid outlet (32) allows lubricating liquid flow out of the deaerator. A porous diffuser (68;68';68") is positioned proximate the liquid outlet (32) for slowing the flow of lubricating liquid.