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Thermoplastic screw-threaded closure cap

US4349116A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJul 25, 1979
Grant dateSep 14, 1982
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Expiry dateJul 25, 1999

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D41/0428
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A thermoplastic cap having improved anti-backoff characteristics features a primary helical thread and a coaxial secondary thread. The cap is of a thermoplastic material having an elastic modulus in flexure within the range of from about 0.2.times.10.sup.5 to about 10.sup.6 pounds per square inch so that the secondary helical thread will flex in response to tightening torque.

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