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Gravity held ashtray apparatus
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1981-06-29
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Granted: 1984-01-03
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Expires: 2001-06-29
Abstract
Abstract A gravity held ashtray formed with an upwardly opening cup shaped tray and a downwardly projecting stem formed with a downwardly opening hexagonal socket for close fitting over the hex head included in the plumbing fixture leading to a stand-up urinal.
Inventors
- 👤 Alfonse Spielvogel
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-06 11:42
CPC Classifications
A; A24; A24F; A24F19/00; A24F19/10
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
175 words
A gravity held ashtray apparatus for mounting on an upstanding hex nut assembly included in the plumbing leading to a urinal and formed with an upwardly facing surface, said apparatus including: an upwardly opening cup-shaped ashtray for receiving ashes; and a boss assembly formed on the bottom of said ashtray and including a downwardly opening hexagonal shaped socket for closely and removably fitting over said hex nut and including a substantially flat downwardly facing bearing surface for setting on said upwardly facing surface of said hex nut assembly, said boss assembly further including a peripheral wall surrounding said bearing surface to define the hexagonal shape of said socket to complementally fit over the facets of said hex nut to support said ashtray from shifting and tipping relative to said hex nut assembly whereby said socket may be removably inserted on said hex nut assembly to be supported thereon by said bearing surface, said boss assembly including a downwardly opening tube and an insert removably received in said tube and formed with said hexagonal shaped socket.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
175 words
A gravity held ashtray apparatus for mounting on an upstanding hex nut assembly included in the plumbing leading to a urinal and formed with an upwardly facing surface, said apparatus including: an upwardly opening cup-shaped ashtray for receiving ashes; and a boss assembly formed on the bottom of said ashtray and including a downwardly opening hexagonal shaped socket for closely and removably fitting over said hex nut and including a substantially flat downwardly facing bearing surface for setting on said upwardly facing surface of said hex nut assembly, said boss assembly further including a peripheral wall surrounding said bearing surface to define the hexagonal shape of said socket to complementally fit over the facets of said hex nut to support said ashtray from shifting and tipping relative to said hex nut assembly whereby said socket may be removably inserted on said hex nut assembly to be supported thereon by said bearing surface, said boss assembly including a downwardly opening tube and an insert removably received in said tube and formed with said hexagonal shaped socket.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
21 words
An ashtray apparatus as set forth in claim 1 wherein said insert is formed to be press fit into said tube.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
26 words
An ashtray apparatus as set forth in claim 1 wherein said upwardly opening cup-shaped ashtray includes a side wall having a notch for holding a cigarette.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1987-01-02 | 1987-07-04 | 1988-01-03 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1991-01-02 | 1991-07-04 | 1992-01-03 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1995-01-02 | 1995-07-04 | 1996-01-03 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |