US4011693A
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Cleaner for cauterizing implements
Assignee: American Hospital Supply Corp
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Filing: 1976-02-09
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Granted: 1977-03-15
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Expires: 1996-02-09
Abstract
Abstract A cleaner for cauterizing implements, involving a mounting member one side of which is adapted to be secured by pressure sensitive adhesive to a surgical towel or drape and the other side being provided with upstanding parallel backing strips between which is a pair of mutually adhering flat magnet elements. The magnet elements and backing strips are covered by an abrasive material so that a cauterizing knife or forcep may be inserted between the magnet elements or wiped against the exposed surfaces.
Inventors
- 👤 John D. Eldridge, Jr.
- 👤 William D. DeMayo
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-24 17:44
CPC Classifications
B; B24; B24D; B24D15/00; B24D15/04
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
87 words
A cleaner for cauterizing implements, comprising: a. a mounting member having a mounting surface and a pair of upstanding webs flexibly connected to the mounting member; b. a pair of flat magnet units secured to confronting sides of the webs; c. and a covering including abrasive material over the confronting sides of the magnet units; d. the magnets exerting a mutually attractive force yieldably maintaining the abrasive coverings in mutual contact; said force diminishing on separation of the abrasive coverings upon insertion of a surgical implement therebetween.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
87 words
A cleaner for cauterizing implements, comprising: a. a mounting member having a mounting surface and a pair of upstanding webs flexibly connected to the mounting member; b. a pair of flat magnet units secured to confronting sides of the webs; c. and a covering including abrasive material over the confronting sides of the magnet units; d. the magnets exerting a mutually attractive force yieldably maintaining the abrasive coverings in mutual contact; said force diminishing on separation of the abrasive coverings upon insertion of a surgical implement therebetween.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
36 words
A cleaner for cauterizing implements, as defined in claim 1, wherein: a. the abrasive covering further includes diverging positions extending from the magnet over the webs, and exposed portions covering the remote surfaces of the webs.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
31 words
A cleaner for cauterizing implements, as defined in claim 1, wherein: a. the mounting member includes an underlying area; b. and an initially protected pressure sensitive adhesive coats the underlying area.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
57 words
A cleaner for cauterizing implements, as defined in claim 1, wherein: a. the mounting member is formed of foldable sheet material, and includes a mounting panel, side portions folded thereover and joined to the webs by flexible connections exerting a minor force urging the webs toward each other to supplement the attractive force exerted by the magnets.
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) | 1980-03-14 | 1980-09-13 | 1981-03-15 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1984-03-14 | 1984-09-13 | 1985-03-15 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1988-03-14 | 1988-09-13 | 1989-03-15 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |