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Reservoir adapter for liquid dispenser

US3952919A · kind A · utility

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9Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJul 3, 1975
Grant dateApr 27, 1976
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Expiry dateJul 3, 1995

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61M2005/2485
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An adapter for attaching and sealing a liquid supply reservoir on a liquid dispenser of the metering type comprises a reservoir receiving body and a detachable element for securing the body to a dispenser with a seal piercing needle in position to receive the contents of the reservoir. A pivoted clamp is provided for clamping the reservoir on the body when the seal has been pierced and holds the reservoir securely to the body during use of the dispenser. A nut secures the detachable element on the dispenser, a spring bias being provided to afford adjustment of the element with respect to the nut. A check valve is provided to prevent return of liquid to the reservoir and facilitates the use of collapsible supply reservoirs.

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