Method for assembling a disk drive with an integrated filter

The invention relates generally to disk based data storage systems and, more particularly, to filter structures for use therein. An integrated filter for a disk drive includes a recirculation filter, a chemical filter, and a breather filter within a single filter cartridge. The filter are mounted wi...

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1. Verfasser: Voights, Ronald L
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:The invention relates generally to disk based data storage systems and, more particularly, to filter structures for use therein. An integrated filter for a disk drive includes a recirculation filter, a chemical filter, and a breather filter within a single filter cartridge. The filter are mounted within a support structure that is adapted for easy insertion into a disk drive. The support structure includes a base portion that fits within a recessed pocket in a baseplate of the disk drive. The disk drive includes structures for channeling air flow into the integrated filter structure during disk drive operation.