Abstract: A spherical filter drier for an HVACR system includes a generally spherical shell and a core that is fixed position relative to the shell. The shell has a first opening and a second opening in fluid communication with one another across the core. The core includes a media that removes contaminants from fluid flowing from the first opening through the core to the second opening. The spherical shell may be a monolithic shell, or formed from a pair of generally hemispherical shells.

Abstract: A spherical filter drier for an HVACR system includes a generally spherical shell and a core that is fixed position relative to the shell. The shell has a first opening and a second opening in fluid communication with one another across the core. The core includes a media that removes contaminants from fluid flowing from the first opening through the core to the second opening. The spherical shell may be a monolithic shell, or formed from a pair of generally hemispherical shells.

Abstract: A safety needle assembly is disclosed which includes a housing, a needle extending distally from the housing, a slide member positioned within the housing and configured to move distally about the needle and at least one actuation member. The actuation member is supported on the housing and has a proximal end secured to the housing, a distal end obstructing distal movement of the slide member and a centrally located fulcrum. A biasing member is positioned within the housing to advance the slide member distally along the needle. A cover member is operably connected to the slide member and is configured to enclose a distal end of the needle. The actuation member is configured such that actuation of the actuation member pivots the distal end of the actuation member to facilitate distal movement of the slide member.