US3726446A
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Combined closure and dispensing cap for tubes and bottles
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1971-10-14
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Granted: 1973-04-10
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Expires: 1991-10-14
Abstract
Abstract Dual function of the closing device comprises an outer threaded retainer encasing a valve including a flexible flap which functions in one direction as dispenser and in the other direction as a seal when forced against the valve seat. The threaded retainer is constructed with threads at each end retaining a floating valve. The device is constructed and arranged to function as a dispenser when secured to a tube at one end and as a closure or seal when secured at the opposite end.
Inventors
- 👤 J Hays
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-22 21:04
CPC Classifications
B; B65; B65D; B65D47/00; B65D47/04; B65D47/20; B65D47/2018; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T137/00; Y10T137/7722; Y10T137/7837; Y10T137/7879; Y10T137/7888; Y10T137/7891
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
183 words
A closure device for a flexible paste tube or container comprising: a. an outer retainer comprIsing a cylindrical structure having an inner wall, and an exterior wall, a cap end, and a discharge end, b. valve open threads constructed in the said inner wall adjacent the cap end, c. valve closure threads constructed in the said inner wall adjacent the discharge end, d. a floating valve of a substantially cylindrical configuration mounted in said outer retainer juxtaposed said valve open threads and said valve closed threads, said floating valve further comprising, 1. a valve shoulder adjacent said discharge end of said outer retainer, and 2. a valve closure ring adjacent said cap end of said outer retainer, and e. a flexible valve flap constructed integral with said floating valve, said flexible valve positioned substantially at the center of said floating valve, said floating valve further comprising: f. a valve seat adjacent said flexible valve flap, said flap contacting said seat and securely closing said container when said floating valve is urged in the direction of the cap end of said cylindrical outer retainer.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
183 words
A closure device for a flexible paste tube or container comprising: a. an outer retainer comprIsing a cylindrical structure having an inner wall, and an exterior wall, a cap end, and a discharge end, b. valve open threads constructed in the said inner wall adjacent the cap end, c. valve closure threads constructed in the said inner wall adjacent the discharge end, d. a floating valve of a substantially cylindrical configuration mounted in said outer retainer juxtaposed said valve open threads and said valve closed threads, said floating valve further comprising, 1. a valve shoulder adjacent said discharge end of said outer retainer, and 2. a valve closure ring adjacent said cap end of said outer retainer, and e. a flexible valve flap constructed integral with said floating valve, said flexible valve positioned substantially at the center of said floating valve, said floating valve further comprising: f. a valve seat adjacent said flexible valve flap, said flap contacting said seat and securely closing said container when said floating valve is urged in the direction of the cap end of said cylindrical outer retainer.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
47 words
The invention of claim 1 wherein said floating valve comprises a valve cone having a base an an apex projecting into said floating valve, the base of said cone originating adjacent said valve closure ring and the apex of said cone terminating adjacent said flexible valve flap.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
78 words
a valve closure ring adjacent said cap end of said outer retainer, and e. a flexible valve flap constructed integral with said floating valve, said flexible valve positioned substantially at the center of said floating valve, said floating valve further comprising: f. a valve seat adjacent said flexible valve flap, said flap contacting said seat and securely closing said container when said floating valve is urged in the direction of the cap end of said cylindrical outer retainer.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
78 words
a valve closure ring adjacent said cap end of said outer retainer, and e. a flexible valve flap constructed integral with said floating valve, said flexible valve positioned substantially at the center of said floating valve, said floating valve further comprising: f. a valve seat adjacent said flexible valve flap, said flap contacting said seat and securely closing said container when said floating valve is urged in the direction of the cap end of said cylindrical outer retainer.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
45 words
The invention of claim 1 further comprising a valve open retaining collar constructed in the said discharge end of said outer retainer, said valve open retaining collar receiving and retaining said floating valve in an open configuration adjacent the discharge end of said cylindrical structure.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
47 words
The invention of claim 1 further comprising a valve closure retaining collar constructed in the said cap end of said outer retainer, said closure retaining collar contacting and securely retaining said valve closure ring thereby securely retaining said flexible flap in contact with said flap valve seat.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
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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) | 1976-04-09 | 1976-10-09 | 1977-04-10 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-04-09 | 1980-10-09 | 1981-04-10 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-04-09 | 1984-10-09 | 1985-04-10 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |