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US3749286A
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Actuator cap with actuation disabling means
Assignee: Colgate Palmolive Co
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Filing: 1970-11-09
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Granted: 1973-07-31
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Expires: 1990-11-09
Abstract
Abstract An actuator cap for use with conventional pressurized containers having a slidable locking member which prevents accidental discharge of the container contents. The slidable locking member has a flat base having one end bifurcated. The locking member is mounted to the actuator cap so that when moved to lock position its bifurcated end wedges between the actuator and the container preventing movement of the actuator so that the container valve is not opened to discharge contents. The slidable locking member may also be provided with a sleeve-like segment attached to the base. This sleeve-like segment telescopically fits over a horizontal spout provided for the actuator cap. This modified slidable locking member has the dual function of actuator lock and spout extender.
Inventors
- 👤 L Douglas
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-25 18:51
CPC Classifications
B; B65; B65D; B65D83/00; B65D83/14; B65D83/28; B65D83/30; B65D83/16; B65D83/20; B65D83/204; B65D83/22; B05; B05B; B05B15/00; B05B15/60; B05B15/65; B05B15/656; B65D2215/00; B65D2215/04
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
107 words
An actuator-cap for fitment atop an aerosol container having a discharge valve and a valve stem at one end thereof, comprising a cylindrical hollow body with a top and having an open bottom; means for actuating said valve positioned within and integral with said hollow body; means for controlling said actuating means; and means for supporting and providing a slideway for said controlling means positioned in and integral with said hollow body; said controlling means has inclined forked ends which control the rate of discharge and in locked position the controlling means is wedged between said actuator and said aerosol container preventing movement of said valve actuator.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
107 words
An actuator-cap for fitment atop an aerosol container having a discharge valve and a valve stem at one end thereof, comprising a cylindrical hollow body with a top and having an open bottom; means for actuating said valve positioned within and integral with said hollow body; means for controlling said actuating means; and means for supporting and providing a slideway for said controlling means positioned in and integral with said hollow body; said controlling means has inclined forked ends which control the rate of discharge and in locked position the controlling means is wedged between said actuator and said aerosol container preventing movement of said valve actuator.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
242 words
An actuator-cap for fitment atop an aerosol container having a discharge valve and a valve stem at one end thereof, comprising a cylindrical hollow body with a top and having an open bottom; means for actuating said valve positioned within and integral with said hollow body; said actuating means being an L-shaped walled conduit having a vertical branch which receives the valve stem of said valve and a horizontal branch through which the contents of the container finally pass; means for locking said actuating means; said locking means being slidable and comprising a sleeve-type four-sided structure having open ends, a base member, and means for connecting said sleeved structure to said base member, said sleeved structure telescopically fitting around the horizontal branch of said walled conduit, and said base member having a forked end so that when said locking means is moved into locked position, the valve stem of said valve is situated between the bifurcations and at the same time the bifurcations are wedged between said actuator means and said container; and means for supporting and providing a slideway for said locking means positioned in an integral with said hollow body; said locking means is slidable so that in locked position it is wedged between said actuator and said aerosol container preventing movement of said valve actuator and wherein a portion of the top of said hollow body is depressible, and said actuating means is integrally connected to said depressible portion.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
242 words
An actuator-cap for fitment atop an aerosol container having a discharge valve and a valve stem at one end thereof, comprising a cylindrical hollow body with a top and having an open bottom; means for actuating said valve positioned within and integral with said hollow body; said actuating means being an L-shaped walled conduit having a vertical branch which receives the valve stem of said valve and a horizontal branch through which the contents of the container finally pass; means for locking said actuating means; said locking means being slidable and comprising a sleeve-type four-sided structure having open ends, a base member, and means for connecting said sleeved structure to said base member, said sleeved structure telescopically fitting around the horizontal branch of said walled conduit, and said base member having a forked end so that when said locking means is moved into locked position, the valve stem of said valve is situated between the bifurcations and at the same time the bifurcations are wedged between said actuator means and said container; and means for supporting and providing a slideway for said locking means positioned in an integral with said hollow body; said locking means is slidable so that in locked position it is wedged between said actuator and said aerosol container preventing movement of said valve actuator and wherein a portion of the top of said hollow body is depressible, and said actuating means is integrally connected to said depressible portion.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
42 words
The actuator cap of claim 2 wherein a shield-like structure having a window-like opening is connected to and overlaps one end of said base member and sleeve structure and the window-like opening is contiguous with an open end of the sleeve structure.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
41 words
The actuator cap of claim 2 wherein said base member is connected to said sleeve structure by means of a vertical support and a tab is attached to the top of said sleeve structure to facilitate movement of said locking means.
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) | 1976-07-30 | 1977-01-29 | 1977-07-31 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-07-30 | 1981-01-29 | 1981-07-31 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-07-30 | 1985-01-29 | 1985-07-31 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |