US3575324A
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Measuring cap
Assignee: Silgan Dispensing Systems Slatersville LLC
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Filing: 1969-05-01
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Granted: 1971-04-20
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Expires: 1989-05-01
Abstract
Abstract A measuring cap for use on containers is disclosed. This cap has a hollow cap body divided into an entrance chamber and a measuring chamber by an internal wall. A lid is rotatably mounted on the top of the cap body so as to be capable of being rotated between a closed position covering the top of the body and an open position in which the top of the body is uncovered. A valve member is attached to the lid so as to rotate therewith. This valve member is formed so that when the lid is in a closed position, the two chambers are in communication with one another and so that when the lid is in an open position the entrance chamber is covered.
Inventors
- 👤 Robert E Hazard
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-29 07:30
CPC Classifications
G; G01; G01F; G01F11/00; G01F11/10; G01F11/26; G01F11/262; G01F11/263
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
170 words
A measuring cap which includes: a hollow cap body having an open top and an open bottom in communication with one another; means located on said cap body for securing said cap to a container; a lid rotatably mounted on said closure cap adjacent to said top, said lid being capable of being rotated between an open position exposing said open top and a closed position covering said top; said lid including a valve means located thereon, said valve means extending into the interior of said closure cap; said valve means being a cylinder having a notch formed therein; a dividing wall located within the interior of said closure cap so as to divide the interior of said closure cap into an entrance chamber and a measuring chamber; said dividing wall abutting against said valve means so that said valve means closes off said entrance chamber when said lid is in said open position, said valve means allowing communication between said chambers when said lid is in said closed position.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
170 words
A measuring cap which includes: a hollow cap body having an open top and an open bottom in communication with one another; means located on said cap body for securing said cap to a container; a lid rotatably mounted on said closure cap adjacent to said top, said lid being capable of being rotated between an open position exposing said open top and a closed position covering said top; said lid including a valve means located thereon, said valve means extending into the interior of said closure cap; said valve means being a cylinder having a notch formed therein; a dividing wall located within the interior of said closure cap so as to divide the interior of said closure cap into an entrance chamber and a measuring chamber; said dividing wall abutting against said valve means so that said valve means closes off said entrance chamber when said lid is in said open position, said valve means allowing communication between said chambers when said lid is in said closed position.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
23 words
A measuring cap as claimed in claim 1 including: sealing means for forming a seal with said cap body located on said lid.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
59 words
A measuring cap as claimed in claim 1 wherein: said cap body and said lid are formed of a polyolefin material and including: bearing openings formed on said cap body and trunnions formed with said lid, said trunnions being capable of being snapped into said bearing openings, said trunnions and bearings rotatably mounting said lid on said cap body.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
23 words
A measuring cap as claimed in claim 3 including: sealing means for forming a seal with said cap body located on said lid.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-04-19 | 1974-10-19 | 1975-04-20 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-04-19 | 1978-10-19 | 1979-04-20 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-04-19 | 1982-10-19 | 1983-04-20 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |