US3996945A
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Extinguisher for cigarettes or cigars
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1976-03-25
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Granted: 1976-12-14
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Expires: 1996-03-25
Abstract
Abstract A disposable receptacle for cigarettes or cigars is formed of top and bottom juxtaposed bodies of rigid, foamed thermoplastic polymer and a layer of inorganic fire-resistant material sandwiched therebetween, disposed in a metal foil shell. A rigid frame member is secured to the top body by perimeter foil portions.
Inventors
- 👤 James A. McDowell
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 11:06
CPC Classifications
A; A24; A24F; A24F19/00; A24F19/10; A24F19/14; A24F19/145; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S220/00; Y10S220/902
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 9
Claim 1
Independent Claim
70 words
A disposable receptacle for cigarettes or cigars, comprising: top and bottom juxtaposed bodies, each formed of rigid, foamed thermoplastic polymer and having bottom, side and top surfaces; a layer of inorganic fire-resistant material sandwiched between said bodies; and a housing for containing said bodies and permitting a top surface portion of said top body to be exposed for extinguishment by penetration of the lit end of said cigarette or cigar.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
70 words
A disposable receptacle for cigarettes or cigars, comprising: top and bottom juxtaposed bodies, each formed of rigid, foamed thermoplastic polymer and having bottom, side and top surfaces; a layer of inorganic fire-resistant material sandwiched between said bodies; and a housing for containing said bodies and permitting a top surface portion of said top body to be exposed for extinguishment by penetration of the lit end of said cigarette or cigar.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
27 words
The receptacle of claim 1 wherein said top body is sufficiently thin from top to bottom to enable penetration therethrough of a lit cigarette or cigar end.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
27 words
The receptacle of claim 1 wherein said housing comprises a metal shell formed with internal dimensions in substantial conformance with the outer dimensions of said juxtaposed bodies.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
32 words
The receptacle of claim 3 including a frame member of rigid material along the top edge surface of said top body, said shell having flexible perimeter portions for overlying said front member.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
13 words
The receptacle of claim 4 wherein said border member is formed of cardboard.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
12 words
The receptacle of claim 4 wherein said shell is of aluminum foil.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
32 words
The receptacle of claim 1 wherein the top surface of said top body defines a cavity having a floor spaced downwardly therefrom for holding of cigarette or cigar ashes or the like.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
11 words
The receptacle of claim 1 wherein said fire-resistant material is talc.
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) | 1979-12-14 | 1980-06-14 | 1980-12-14 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-12-14 | 1984-06-14 | 1984-12-14 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-12-14 | 1988-06-14 | 1988-12-14 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |