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Abstract

An apparatus and method for separating particulate matter included in a fluid from the fluid. In one embodiment, the apparatus comprises a particle separator for separating particulate matter included in a fluid from the fluid, principally comprising a housing, a vortex initiator, and a separation body. The housing may comprise a generally tubular body formed to provide a first internal shoulder against which a flange of the vortex initiator may be secured, and a second internal shoulder against which the separation body may be secured. The housing may be formed having an inlet portion disposed between the first and second internal shoulders, the inlet portion may be provided with one or more ports disposed radially to direct incoming fluid toward an outer surface of the vortex initiator. The separation body may comprise a generally tubular body which may be formed to provide at least one generally conical internal surface profile.

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