Ionization device employing a grounded insulative housing member spaced from an ionization electrode

摘要

An ionization device comprising an ionization electrode coupled to a source of high voltage; an insulative housing member disposed in spaced adjacent relationship to the ionization electrode; and a conductor coupled to ground and to the insulative housing member; the insulative housing member and the conductor being arranged for providing a controlled flow of electric charges from the insulative member to ground.