US3750722A
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Funnel
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1971-05-07
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Granted: 1973-08-07
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Expires: 1991-05-07
Abstract
Abstract A funnel having a flange adapted to fit around the perpiphery of a can and having its small end offset from the large end to assist in pouring.
Inventors
- 👤 R Nowak
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-26 13:05
CPC Classifications
B; B67; B67C; B67C11/00; B67C11/02; B67C2011/20
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
211 words
A funnel, for use on a container, said container having a circular upper surface, a container flange upwardly directed from the periphery of the upper surface, and a container lip extending radially from the upper edge of the container flange, comprising: a. a first circular aperture, defining a plane, and having an axis and a circumference, b. a second aperture of smaller area than said first aperture, and having a periphery and a geometric center, said second aperture being spaced from the plane of the first aperture and located so that its center is spaced from the axis of the first aperture, c. a elastomer plastic web connecting every point on the periphery of the second aperture to every point on the circumference of the first aperture, d. a first flange, concentric with the first aperture and extending longitudinally from the plane, and positioned to engage the inner surface of the container flange, e. a second flange, of large diameter than and concentric to the first flange, and extend longitudinally from the plane, f. a peripheral, inwardly-directed lip extending radially from the second flange, and positioned to engage the lower portion of the container lip thereby cooperating with the first flange to form a seal with the periphery of the container.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
211 words
A funnel, for use on a container, said container having a circular upper surface, a container flange upwardly directed from the periphery of the upper surface, and a container lip extending radially from the upper edge of the container flange, comprising: a. a first circular aperture, defining a plane, and having an axis and a circumference, b. a second aperture of smaller area than said first aperture, and having a periphery and a geometric center, said second aperture being spaced from the plane of the first aperture and located so that its center is spaced from the axis of the first aperture, c. a elastomer plastic web connecting every point on the periphery of the second aperture to every point on the circumference of the first aperture, d. a first flange, concentric with the first aperture and extending longitudinally from the plane, and positioned to engage the inner surface of the container flange, e. a second flange, of large diameter than and concentric to the first flange, and extend longitudinally from the plane, f. a peripheral, inwardly-directed lip extending radially from the second flange, and positioned to engage the lower portion of the container lip thereby cooperating with the first flange to form a seal with the periphery of the container.
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) | 1976-08-06 | 1977-02-05 | 1977-08-07 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-08-06 | 1981-02-05 | 1981-08-07 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-08-06 | 1985-02-05 | 1985-08-07 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |