US3776259A
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Adapter shim device
Assignee: DowBrands Inc
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Filing: 1972-09-25
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Granted: 1973-12-04
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Expires: 1992-09-25
Abstract
Abstract An adapter shim to be used with an opening and dispensing device which is utilized with containers that do not have integral dispensing means. The adapter shim provides for safe opening and dispensing of containers of different sizes with a dispensing device designed for a container of a specific size.
Inventors
- 👤 R Kohrumel
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-25 20:08
CPC Classifications
F; F16; F16L; F16L41/00; F16L41/04; F16L41/06; F16L41/065; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T137/00; Y10T137/598; Y10T137/612; Y10T137/6123
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
184 words
In combination with a device of the type used to open and dispense the contents of a generally cylindrical container which does not incorporate integral dispensing means wherein said device utilizes penetration and exterior sealing of a hollow needle through the side wall of said container which is achieved by tightening a clamping and retaining band means dispOsed around the outer circumference of said containers, wherein the improvement comprises: an adapter shim mounted on said device to allow use of said device on containers having cylindrical diameters smaller than that for which said device was originally designed, said adapter shim comprising an axially disposed upper body portion being of an arcuate shape similar to the cylindrical side wall of the container and positioned between the side wall of said container and said clamping and retaining band means, integral attachment means for securing said adapter shim in a movable relationship to a radially directed element of said device, and means for reducing the frictional drag caused by tightening and sliding of said clamping and retaining band means over said upper body portion of said shim.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
184 words
In combination with a device of the type used to open and dispense the contents of a generally cylindrical container which does not incorporate integral dispensing means wherein said device utilizes penetration and exterior sealing of a hollow needle through the side wall of said container which is achieved by tightening a clamping and retaining band means dispOsed around the outer circumference of said containers, wherein the improvement comprises: an adapter shim mounted on said device to allow use of said device on containers having cylindrical diameters smaller than that for which said device was originally designed, said adapter shim comprising an axially disposed upper body portion being of an arcuate shape similar to the cylindrical side wall of the container and positioned between the side wall of said container and said clamping and retaining band means, integral attachment means for securing said adapter shim in a movable relationship to a radially directed element of said device, and means for reducing the frictional drag caused by tightening and sliding of said clamping and retaining band means over said upper body portion of said shim.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
18 words
The adapter shim of claim 1 wherein said radially directed element of said device is a base plate.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
30 words
The adapter shim of claim 2 wherein said integral attachment means is a slot in said adapter shim having an open end, said base plate being secured within said slot.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
31 words
The adapter shim of claim 2 wherein said integral attachment means are base legs formed on said arcuate upper body portion, said legs secured around each side of said base plate.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
38 words
The adapter shim of claim 1 wherein said means for reducing frictional drag is at least one protruding rib integrally formed on the surface of said arcuate upper body portion which contacts said clamping and retaining band means.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
64 words
The adapter shim of claim 5 wherein said means for reducing frictional drag includes an essentially axially directed flat cordial surface on said arcuate upper body portion formed with the surface which contacts said clamping and retaining band means and disposed adjacent the trailing side of said upper body portion in the direction said clamping and retaining band means slides as it is tightened.
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) | 1976-12-03 | 1977-06-04 | 1977-12-04 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-12-03 | 1981-06-04 | 1981-12-04 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-12-03 | 1985-06-04 | 1985-12-04 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |