US3837537A
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Aerosol dispenser with actuator latching means
Assignee: Clorox Co
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Filing: 1972-10-19
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Granted: 1974-09-24
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Expires: 1992-10-19
Abstract
Abstract There is disclosed latching means for an aerosol dispenser of the type having a container with a vertically extending axially movable dispensing and valve actuating tube. An actuating button is mounted on the outer end of the tube and includes a dispensing orifice or nozzle in communication with the dispensing tube. An insert comprises a sleeve engaging the top of the container and extending upward along and surrounding the dispensing tube terminating just short of a lower ledge of the actuating button and defining by the upper edge a shoulder in opposition to a shoulder defined by the lower edge of the actuating button. These shoulders are spaced a distance slightly exceeding the thickness of an elongated strap secured to the container and includes a slot for receiving the dispensing tube so as to dispose portions of the strap adjacent to slot in blocking position between the opposed shoulders defined by the lower edge of the actuating button and the upper edge of the insert sleeve. The insert is of a resilient material and, when not in latch positions, extends beyond the outer edge of the container to block the placement of a cap normally fitted over the dispensing assembly on the rim of said container.
Inventors
- 👤 R Baldwin
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-25 05:25
CPC Classifications
B; B65; B65D; B65D83/00; B65D83/14; B65D83/16; B65D83/22; B65D83/162
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
232 words
An aerosol dispensing assembly comprising a pressurized cannister having an outlet, a valve for controlling outlet of fluid from said cannister, an elongated hollow stem defining a valve actuating and dispensing stem, said stem operatively connected at one end to actuate said valve and to convey fluid from said cannister upon axial movement of said stem, an actuator button including a dispensing nozzle operatively connected to the other end of said stem; a locking assembly comprising an elongated flexible strap secured to said cannister at one end and including a slot formed near the other end thereof, said strap being of a predetermined thickness at the slot end, said slot defining an entry portion and a communicating blocking portion, said blocking portion having a width dimension substantially equal to that of the stem extending toward and being closed remote from said other end; means defining an upstanding annular shoulder surrounding said stem; a shoulder formed on said actuating button and positioned opposite said annular shoulder and defining a space therebetween, said space being of a dimension substantially equal to said predetermined thickness of said strap, and said slot being operative to receive said stem at said entry portion and slide therealong so that sides adjacent said blocking portion are positioned between said shoulders and substantially fills said space whereby movement of said actuator button is restrained to prevent actuation of said valve.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
232 words
An aerosol dispensing assembly comprising a pressurized cannister having an outlet, a valve for controlling outlet of fluid from said cannister, an elongated hollow stem defining a valve actuating and dispensing stem, said stem operatively connected at one end to actuate said valve and to convey fluid from said cannister upon axial movement of said stem, an actuator button including a dispensing nozzle operatively connected to the other end of said stem; a locking assembly comprising an elongated flexible strap secured to said cannister at one end and including a slot formed near the other end thereof, said strap being of a predetermined thickness at the slot end, said slot defining an entry portion and a communicating blocking portion, said blocking portion having a width dimension substantially equal to that of the stem extending toward and being closed remote from said other end; means defining an upstanding annular shoulder surrounding said stem; a shoulder formed on said actuating button and positioned opposite said annular shoulder and defining a space therebetween, said space being of a dimension substantially equal to said predetermined thickness of said strap, and said slot being operative to receive said stem at said entry portion and slide therealong so that sides adjacent said blocking portion are positioned between said shoulders and substantially fills said space whereby movement of said actuator button is restrained to prevent actuation of said valve.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
28 words
The dispensing assembly of claim 1 wherein said slot is keyhole-shaped having a semi-circular portion defining said entry portion and an adjacent rectangular portion defining said blocking portion.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
19 words
The dispensing assembly of claim 2 wherein said semi-circular portion has a diameter exceeding that of said actuator button.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
49 words
The dispensing assembly of claim 1 wherein said slot is of a T-configuration with one branch thereof opening to an edge of said strap to define said entry portion and another branch thereof extending toward and being closed remote from said other end to define said closed blocking portion.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
27 words
The dispensing assembly of claim 1 wherein said strap is biased across the top of said container to block a cover to be fitted over said top.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
47 words
The dispensing assembly of claim 1 wherein said container includes a cap receiving rim surrounding said stem; and, said strap is composed of an elastic material is secured to said container and biased so that it extends across said rim when not in the actuator blocking position.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
26 words
The assembly of claim 6 wherein said elastic strap includes a loop at one end operative to encircle and engage a neck formed on said 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) | 1977-09-23 | 1978-03-25 | 1978-09-24 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-09-23 | 1982-03-25 | 1982-09-24 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-09-23 | 1986-03-25 | 1986-09-24 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |