US4067485A
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Paint tank unit
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1976-12-27
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Granted: 1978-01-10
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Expires: 1996-12-27
Abstract
Abstract A convenient and efficient paint tank which utilizes water pressure as the pressure means for dispensing paint from the tank through the application device. More specifically a paint tank having an upper and lower chamber separated by a flexible diaphram. Paint and the like is introduced into the upper chamber by way of an access port and water is introduced into the lower chamber by a hose. The water induces a pressure against the diaphram forcing the paint out of the upper chamber and through a valve to the application device. Further, a way of introducing water into the upper chamber is also provided such that the tank will clean itself when the paint has been removed.
Inventors
- 👤 Nikolay Soin
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-01 19:54
CPC Classifications
B; B05; B05C; B05C11/00; B05C11/11
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 10
Claim 1
Independent Claim
69 words
A paint container for dispensing paint through a hose to an application device comprising: a. An upper chamber having at least one valve; b. A lower chamber attached to said upper chamber; c. A flexible diaphram attached between said upper and lower chamber; d. Means for introducing water into said lower chamber, and e. means for introducing water from said lower chamber about the upper surface of said chamber.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
69 words
A paint container for dispensing paint through a hose to an application device comprising: a. An upper chamber having at least one valve; b. A lower chamber attached to said upper chamber; c. A flexible diaphram attached between said upper and lower chamber; d. Means for introducing water into said lower chamber, and e. means for introducing water from said lower chamber about the upper surface of said chamber.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
35 words
a paint container as described in claim 1 wherein said flexible diaphram further comprises: a. A hollow concave center portion; b. A circular rim attached about the perimeter of the edge of said center portion.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
34 words
A paint container as described in claim 1 wherein said means for introducing water into said lower chamber further comprises: a. An intake pipe to which any water source is connected through a hose.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
61 words
A paint container as described in claim 1 further comprising: a. An access port into said upper chamber, further comprising: 1. a circular hole, and 2. an annular ridge about the perimeter of said hole having outwardly slanted sides and a plurality of rods spaced about the outside of said ridge b. Sealing means for sealing said upper chamber, further comprising:
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
67 words
a circular plug received by said port, 2. a frame having a plurality of arms, 3. a plurality of hooks at the end of said arms for engaging said rods, and 4. a hand operated set screw central of said frame for contact against said plug, whereby said set screw may be screwed down with said hooks engaging said rods thereby applying sealing pressure against said plug.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
67 words
a circular plug received by said port, 2. a frame having a plurality of arms, 3. a plurality of hooks at the end of said arms for engaging said rods, and 4. a hand operated set screw central of said frame for contact against said plug, whereby said set screw may be screwed down with said hooks engaging said rods thereby applying sealing pressure against said plug.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
50 words
A paint container as described in claim 4 wherein said means for introducing water into said upper chamber further comprises: a. A pipe connecting said lower chamber and said upper chamber; b. At least one valve between said upper and lower member controlling the flow of water through said pipe.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
78 words
A paint container as described in claim 5 wherein said means for introducing water into said upper chamber further comprises: a. a hollow circular ring about the inner surface of said upper chamber having a plurality of holes for distributing water about the inner surface of said chamber and the surface of said diaphram, b. means for introducing water from said pipe into said ring, whereby a rinsing action is created by various water streams from said holes.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
18 words
A paint container as described in claim 6 wherein said holes direct said water upwardly, downwardly and horizontally.
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) | 1981-01-09 | 1981-07-11 | 1982-01-10 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1985-01-09 | 1985-07-11 | 1986-01-10 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1989-01-09 | 1989-07-11 | 1990-01-10 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |