Abstract: A limited restriction quick disconnect valve preferably for mounting between a container, like that involved in medical instrument sterilization system, and a transfer line for passing a sterilization agent thereto. The valve is for mounting at a bulk head female connector section into the container wall and includes a stem with side ports formed therein that intersect a passage that is open to within the container, the stem for receiving, as a closure device, a resilient sleeve fitted, in sealing arrangement, thereover. A closure ring section, that is connected to the transfer line, is provided for fitting onto a retaining ring of the bulk head female connector.

Abstract: A humidifier for pulmonary assistance systems which includes a transparent housing with an air passage extending therethrough and water reservoir. The passage includes a convergent-divergent section separated by a narrow throat. A narrow channel connecting the reservoir to the throat so that with the divergent section being open to the reservoir, the differential pressure between the reservoir and the throat causes water to flow into the air passage. A collection surface is provided in the divergent section for extracting water droplets from the air flowing through the passage, and a heating panel is provided for heating the water in the reservoir.