US3759258A
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Combination tampon application and plunger
Assignee: Personal Products Co
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Filing: 1972-06-06
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Granted: 1973-09-18
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Expires: 1992-06-06
Abstract
Abstract A tampon applicator of reduced length is provided which is not substantially larger then the tampon itself, is economical to produce and simple to use. The applicator comprises a holder having a bottom and upstanding side members forming a frame for enclosing a tampon. Pivotably mounted at the top of and between said side members is a pivot element provided with means for securing the bottom of a tampon thereto; whereby the tampon may be rotated so as to be enclosed within the frame of the holder for packaging and storage. In use, the tampon may be rotated to a position above the holder; the holder then forming a convenient applicator.
Inventors
- 👤 M Loyer
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 20:02
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61F; A61F13/00; A61F13/15; A61F13/20; A61F13/26; A61F13/263
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
98 words
A tampon applicator comprising: a. a holder having a bottom member andd upstanding side members forming a frame for enclosing at least a portion of the sides of a tampon; b. a pivot type element mounted at the top of and between said side members, said pivot element permitting a turning motion of at least about 180* between it and said side members; and c. said pivot element provided with means for securing a tampon thereto and defining a means for rotating the tampon with its longitudinal axis perpendicular to the axis of rotation of the pivot element.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
98 words
A tampon applicator comprising: a. a holder having a bottom member andd upstanding side members forming a frame for enclosing at least a portion of the sides of a tampon; b. a pivot type element mounted at the top of and between said side members, said pivot element permitting a turning motion of at least about 180* between it and said side members; and c. said pivot element provided with means for securing a tampon thereto and defining a means for rotating the tampon with its longitudinal axis perpendicular to the axis of rotation of the pivot element.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
42 words
The applicator of claim 1 wherein the pivot element comprises an integral axial rod and said sidewalls are provided with coaxially aligned holes for receiving the ends of said axial rod whereby said pivot element may be rotatably mounted between said sidewalls.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
30 words
The applicator of claim 2 wherein said axial rod is mounted in said coaxial holes so as to be slidable in a direction parallel with the axis of said rod.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
14 words
The applicator of claim 1 wherein said pivot element is unitary with said holder.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
47 words
The applicator of claim 4 wherein said pivot element comprises a bridging portion unitary with and bridging said sidewalls; a hinge portion unitary with said bridging portion but otherwise unconnected to said sidewalls; and a third portion; said third portion having said means for engaging a tampon.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
22 words
The applicator of claim 5 wherein said hinged portion is thinned to an extent sufficient to allow said pivot element to rotate.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
36 words
The applicator of claim 5 wherein said bridging portion is thinned to an extent sufficient to allow said sidewalls to be urged against said pivot element when inserting said tampon, thereby resisting rotation of said tampon.
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) | 1976-09-17 | 1977-03-19 | 1977-09-18 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-09-17 | 1981-03-19 | 1981-09-18 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-09-17 | 1985-03-19 | 1985-09-18 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |