Screen plate filter for low pressure side of automotive air conditioning compressor

摘要

An inlet port filter plate for attachment between a compressor inlet port and a suction hose assembly. The inlet port filter plate includes a main body and mounting surfaces for attachment between the compressor and the suction hose assembly or between the compressor and the compressor hose block. The main body defines a passage that allows for refrigerant flow through a filter which is positioned in the passage. The filter is adapted to stop debris in the refrigerant flow.