EP2695541A1 - Application device for applying substances - Google Patents

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EP2695541A1
EP2695541A1 EP13176672.7A EP13176672A EP2695541A1 EP 2695541 A1 EP2695541 A1 EP 2695541A1 EP 13176672 A EP13176672 A EP 13176672A EP 2695541 A1 EP2695541 A1 EP 2695541A1
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A46—BRUSHWARE
    • A46B—BRUSHES
    • A46B11/00—Brushes with reservoir or other means for applying substances, e.g. paints, pastes, water
    • A46B11/001—Brushes with reservoir or other means for applying substances, e.g. paints, pastes, water with integral reservoirs
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A46—BRUSHWARE
    • A46B—BRUSHES
    • A46B11/00—Brushes with reservoir or other means for applying substances, e.g. paints, pastes, water
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    • A46B11/0079—Arrangements for preventing undesired leakage or dispensing
    • A46B11/0089—Caps or covers for bristles
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A46—BRUSHWARE
    • A46B—BRUSHES
    • A46B17/00—Accessories for brushes
    • A46B17/04—Protective covers for the bristles
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
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  • the invention relates to an applicator device for applying substances to an object.
  • the applicator has a tubular holder and an applicator provided on the tubular holder.
  • a sliding protective sleeve is mounted, which can be arranged in a non-use position surrounding the application part and in a use position releasing the application part.
  • Such applicators are preferably used for applying liquid or viscous substances, such as oils, fats, paints, varnishes or the like.
  • Such protective sleeves make it possible, in the case of short-term interruptions, to wash out the application part, ie the bristles or the brush. At the same time, the protective sleeve provides protection against contamination.
  • the invention has for its object to provide an applicator for applying substances to an object which can be produced in a simple manner. This object is achieved by the applicator device according to the features of claim 1. Further advantageous developments and refinements of the invention are specified in the further claims.
  • the protective sleeve Due to the design of the protective sleeve with an open-edged recess which adjoins an end face of the protective sleeve, a quick and easy insertion of the applicator element into the protective sleeve and then a simple positioning and fixing of the protective sleeve to the tubular holder is made possible. It is provided that initially the applicator element is introduced via the open-edged recess of the protective sleeve in a simple manner into the interior of the protective sleeve, so that then without damaging the applicator element positioning and fixing the protective sleeve on the tubular holder is made possible. An elaborate threading of the application element, which preferably consists of a plurality of bristles or hairs that form a brush, is no longer necessary.
  • a preferred embodiment of the application device provides that the protective sleeve can be placed laterally on the application part.
  • the edge-open end can preferably be positioned near the enclosed end of the application element on the tubular holder, so that a secure insertion of the application element is ensured.
  • a rotation of the protective sleeve about its longitudinal axis can be made possible at least slightly so that bristles or hairs of the applicator element that have not yet fully penetrated are still introduced.
  • the protective sleeve can be positioned by an axial displacement movement along the longitudinal axis of the tubular holder on it in a simple manner.
  • the protective sleeve preferably has a cross section which corresponds to the cross section of the tubular holder. As a result, a simple, displaceable arrangement of the protective sleeve is provided to the holder.
  • the open-edged recess on the protective sleeve is preferably U-shaped, wherein the opening width of the recess is formed smaller than a diameter of the tubular holder.
  • the length of the open-edged recess of the protective sleeve is preferably smaller than the length of the applicator part. This allows that in a non-use position of the protective sleeve for tubular holder, the U-shaped recess in the region of the tubular holder, whereby a free access to the applicator element in the radial direction is no longer given.
  • the tubular holder preferably has, at an end opposite the applicator element, a connection means for fastening to an output device, which is preferably attachable to a container storing the substance.
  • an output device which is preferably attachable to a container storing the substance.
  • Such dispensing devices are preferably manufactured as injection-molded parts and can be screwed or clipped onto the containers, so that after their actuation the substance is dispensed via the container through the dispensing device into the application device in order to apply this substance via the application element.
  • the protective sleeve in a use position at least partially surrounds an output device and preferably a grip portion of the output device engages in the recess.
  • This allows an additional fixation of the protective sleeve in a position of use on the dispensing device are made possible by, for example, a locking lug or the like is provided on the dispensing device, which locks the protective sleeve in the position of use.
  • a locking lug or the like is provided on the dispensing device, which locks the protective sleeve in the position of use.
  • this makes it possible that the tubular holder can be made shorter, so that the overall length of the applicator is shortened, whereby the handling is simplified.
  • a closure cap is preferably provided captive.
  • the closure cap can be fastened to the protective sleeve so that an airtight closure is made possible and at least a brief interruption without washing out of the application element without drying out is provided.
  • the protective sleeve preferably has on its outer side a latching element on which the closure flap can be fastened in a non-use position.
  • the application element is preferably as a brush or by wire or Tufts of bristles formed. Depending on the media to be applied, an adjustment can be made.
  • FIG. 1 a perspective view of the applicator in a non-use position on an output device
  • FIG. 2 the applicator according to FIG. 1 in a use position
  • FIG. 3 a perspective view of a first mounting step for positioning a protective sleeve on a tubular holder of the application device
  • FIG. 4 a perspective view of an intermediate step for mounting the protective sleeve to the tubular holder
  • FIG. 5 a perspective view of a arranged on the tubular holder protective sleeve of the applicator.
  • FIG. 1 is a perspective view of the applicator device 11 according to the invention shown.
  • This application device 11 comprises a tubular holder 12 and a protective sleeve 14, which is arranged displaceably on the tubular holder 12.
  • the protective sleeve 14 is in the in FIG. 1 arranged embodiment in a non-use position 16 and surrounds a applicator element 17 which is fixed to the tubular holder 12, as is made FIG. 2 evident.
  • the application device 11 has, at an end opposite the application element 17, a connection means 19, by means of which the application device 11 can be fastened to an output device 21.
  • a plug or screw connection is provided, so that the applicator 11 is arranged replaceable to the output device 21.
  • the dispenser 21 itself is attachable to a dispenser or container 23. This is preferred by a Screw or clip connection fixed it.
  • the substance to be applied is stored. These may be spreadable or flowable media to be applied to an article. In particular, these are paints, varnishes, lubricants, pastes or the like.
  • the substance passes from the container 23 into an internal channel of the tubular holder 12 and passes through a central bore in the applicator element 17 to the outside.
  • the applicator element 17 is formed by a plurality of bundles of individual bristles, which are arranged in a circle on the tubular holder 12, so that they form a central conveying channel, through which the substance can escape to the front end of the bristle bundles.
  • a brush with a central opening may be provided.
  • the bristles may be made of wire, artificial or natural material.
  • the protective sleeve 14 is slidably mounted on the tubular holder 12, so that these from the non-use position 16 according to FIG. 1 in a use position 25 according to FIG. 2 is displaceable, whereby the applicator element 17 is released.
  • the protective sleeve 14 has, at a free end 27 adjacent to an open-edged recess 28 ( FIG. 3 ).
  • This open-edged recess 28 is U-shaped and extends in the radial direction only partially over the circumference of the protective sleeve 14.
  • In the use position 25 of the protective sleeve 14 grips a handle portion 29 of the dispenser 21 at least partially into the recess 28 of the protective sleeve 14 a.
  • additional locking elements may be provided in the region of the grip portion 29 or a connection point between the output device 21 and the connection means 19 of the applicator 11.
  • the protective sleeve 14 and the tubular holder 12 preferably have the same cross section, so that on the one hand a sliding movement is made possible, however, on the other hand, a slight clamping fixation is also given.
  • a detachable latching element 33 may also be provided on the end of the tubular holder 12 facing the application element 17 in order to fix the protective sleeve 14 in the non-use position 16.
  • FIGS. 3 to 5 By way of example, three assembly steps are shown, which represent a simple mounting of the protective sleeve 14 on the tubular holder 12 for completing the application device 11.
  • the protective sleeve 14 is positioned to the tubular holder 12 so that the recess 28 is assigned to the applicator element 17, so that the applicator element 17 passes in a simple manner via the recess 28 into the interior of the protective sleeve 14.
  • a lateral placement of the protective sleeve 14 on the applicator element 17 is possible.
  • After slipping over the protective sleeve 14 via the applicator element 17 or the free end of the applicator element 17 may preferably be a slight rotation of the protective sleeve 14 about its longitudinal axis to ensure that the applicator element 17 is completely inside the protective sleeve 14.
  • a closure cap 31 can be provided on the protective sleeve 14, which can be fastened to the protective sleeve 14 by clamping or latching.
  • a retaining tab 32 the flap 31 is connected to the protective sleeve 12 captive.
  • a latching element 33 is preferably provided on the protective sleeve 14, whereby the closure flap 31 with the attachment portion 34 engage it and in an open position can be held, as for example from the FIGS. 3 and 4 evident.

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The applicator (11) has an application element (17) i.e. bristle bundle, provided at a tubular holder (12). A movably protective sleeve (14) is mounted at the holder and arranged in a non-application position (16) surrounding the application element and in an application position for releasing the application element. An edge-opened recess is provided adjacent to a front-sided end of the sleeve, so that the application element is inserted into the sleeve over the recess for positioning the sleeve on the holder. The sleeve is plugged on the holder in an axial direction.

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Die Erfindung betrifft eine Auftragvorrichtung zum Auftragen von Substanzen auf einen Gegenstand.The invention relates to an applicator device for applying substances to an object.

Aus der DE 20 2009 003 437 U1 ist eine solche Auftragvorrichtung zum Auftragen von Substanzen auf einen Gegenstand bekannt. Die Auftragvorrichtung weist einen rohrförmigen Halter auf, sowie ein Auftragelement, das an dem rohrförmigen Halter vorgesehen ist. An dem rohrförmigen Halter ist eine verschiebbare Schutzhülse gelagert, die in einer das Auftragteil umgebenden Nichtgebrauchsposition und in einer das Auftragteil freigebenden Gebrauchsposition anordenbar ist. Solche Auftragvorrichtungen werden bevorzugt zum Auftragen von flüssigen oder zähflüssigen Substanzen, wie beispielsweise Öle, Fette, Farben, Lacke oder dergleichen eingesetzt. Solche Schutzhülsen ermöglichen, dass bei kurzfristigen Unterbrechungen ein Auswaschen des Auftragteils, also der Borsten oder des Pinsels, nicht notwendig ist. Gleichzeitig bietet die Schutzhülse einen Schutz gegen Verschmutzung. Allerdings weisen diese Auftragvorrichtungen den Nachteil auf, dass bei der Montage der Schutzhülse, welche über das Auftragteil überzustülpen ist, es oft zu Beschädigungen des Pinsels oder der Borsten durch Umknicken kommt oder dass die Montage zeitaufwändig ist, bis alle einzelnen Borsten innerhalb der Schutzhülse positioniert sind.From the DE 20 2009 003 437 U1 Such an applicator device for applying substances to an object is known. The applicator has a tubular holder and an applicator provided on the tubular holder. On the tubular holder, a sliding protective sleeve is mounted, which can be arranged in a non-use position surrounding the application part and in a use position releasing the application part. Such applicators are preferably used for applying liquid or viscous substances, such as oils, fats, paints, varnishes or the like. Such protective sleeves make it possible, in the case of short-term interruptions, to wash out the application part, ie the bristles or the brush. At the same time, the protective sleeve provides protection against contamination. However, these applicators have the disadvantage that during assembly of the protective sleeve, which is to be put over the application part, it often comes to damage the brush or bristles by kinking or that the assembly is time-consuming, until all individual bristles are positioned within the protective sleeve ,

Der Erfindung liegt die Aufgabe zugrunde, eine Auftragvorrichtung zum Auftragen von Substanzen auf einen Gegenstand vorzuschlagen, welche in einfacher Weise herstellbar ist. Diese Aufgabe wird durch die Auftragvorrichtung gemäß den Merkmalen des Anspruchs 1 gelöst. Weitere vorteilhafte Weiterbildungen und Ausgestaltungen der Erfindung sind in den weiteren Ansprüchen angegeben.The invention has for its object to provide an applicator for applying substances to an object which can be produced in a simple manner. This object is achieved by the applicator device according to the features of claim 1. Further advantageous developments and refinements of the invention are specified in the further claims.

Durch die Ausgestaltung der Schutzhülse mit einer randoffenen Ausnehmung, die an eine Stirnseite der Schutzhülse angrenzt, wird ein schnelles und einfaches Einführen des Auftragelementes in die Schutzhülse und anschließend ein einfaches Positionieren und Fixieren der Schutzhülse zum rohrförmigen Halter ermöglicht. Dabei ist vorgesehen, dass zunächst das Auftragelement über die randoffene Ausnehmung der Schutzhülse in einfacher Weise in das Innere der Schutzhülse eingeführt wird, so dass anschließend ohne eine Beschädigung des Auftragelementes eine Positionierung und Fixierung der Schutzhülse auf dem rohrförmigen Halter ermöglicht ist. Ein aufwändiges Einfädeln des Auftragelementes, welches vorzugsweise aus einer Vielzahl von Borsten oder Haaren besteht, die einen Pinsel bilden, ist dabei nicht mehr erforderlich.Due to the design of the protective sleeve with an open-edged recess which adjoins an end face of the protective sleeve, a quick and easy insertion of the applicator element into the protective sleeve and then a simple positioning and fixing of the protective sleeve to the tubular holder is made possible. It is provided that initially the applicator element is introduced via the open-edged recess of the protective sleeve in a simple manner into the interior of the protective sleeve, so that then without damaging the applicator element positioning and fixing the protective sleeve on the tubular holder is made possible. An elaborate threading of the application element, which preferably consists of a plurality of bristles or hairs that form a brush, is no longer necessary.

Eine bevorzugte Ausgestaltung der Auftragvorrichtung sieht vor, dass die Schutzhülse seitlich auf das Auftragteil aufsetzbar ist. Dabei kann bevorzugt das randoffene Ende nahe dem eingefassten Ende des Auftragelementes am rohrförmigen Halter positioniert werden, so dass ein sicheres Einführen des Auftragelementes sichergestellt ist. Vorzugsweise kann nach dem seitlichen Aufsetzen der Schutzhülse auf das Auftragelement eine Verdrehung der Schutzhülse um deren Längsachse zumindest geringfügig ermöglicht werden, so dass gegebenenfalls noch nicht vollständig in das Innere gelangte Borsten oder Haare des Auftragelementes noch eingeführt werden. Anschließend kann in einfacher Weise die Schutzhülse durch eine axiale Verschiebebewegung längs der Längsachse des rohrförmigen Halters darauf positioniert werden.A preferred embodiment of the application device provides that the protective sleeve can be placed laterally on the application part. In this case, the edge-open end can preferably be positioned near the enclosed end of the application element on the tubular holder, so that a secure insertion of the application element is ensured. Preferably, after the lateral positioning of the protective sleeve on the applicator element, a rotation of the protective sleeve about its longitudinal axis can be made possible at least slightly so that bristles or hairs of the applicator element that have not yet fully penetrated are still introduced. Subsequently, the protective sleeve can be positioned by an axial displacement movement along the longitudinal axis of the tubular holder on it in a simple manner.

Die Schutzhülse weist bevorzugt einen Querschnitt auf, welcher dem Querschnitt des rohrförmigen Halters entspricht. Dadurch ist eine einfache, verschiebbare Anordnung der Schutzhülse zum Halter geschaffen.The protective sleeve preferably has a cross section which corresponds to the cross section of the tubular holder. As a result, a simple, displaceable arrangement of the protective sleeve is provided to the holder.

Die randoffene Ausnehmung an der Schutzhülse ist bevorzugt U-förmig ausgebildet, wobei die Öffnungsbreite der Ausnehmung kleiner als ein Durchmesser des rohrförmigen Halters ausgebildet ist. Dadurch ist auch ein einfaches Einführen des Auftragelements in das Innere der Schutzhülse möglich. Ebenso kann in einfacher Weise ein Aufklipsen der Schutzhülse auf dem rohrförmigen Halter ermöglicht sein.The open-edged recess on the protective sleeve is preferably U-shaped, wherein the opening width of the recess is formed smaller than a diameter of the tubular holder. As a result, a simple insertion of the application element in the interior of the protective sleeve is possible. Likewise, it may be possible in a simple manner clipping the protective sleeve on the tubular holder.

Die Länge der randoffenen Ausnehmung der Schutzhülse ist bevorzugt kleiner als die Länge des Auftragteils ausgebildet. Dadurch wird ermöglicht, dass in einer Nichtgebrauchsposition der Schutzhülse zum rohrförmigen Halter die U-förmige Ausnehmung im Bereich des rohrförmigen Halters liegt, wodurch ein freier Zugang zum Auftragelement in radialer Richtung nicht mehr gegeben ist.The length of the open-edged recess of the protective sleeve is preferably smaller than the length of the applicator part. This allows that in a non-use position of the protective sleeve for tubular holder, the U-shaped recess in the region of the tubular holder, whereby a free access to the applicator element in the radial direction is no longer given.

Der rohrförmige Halter weist bevorzugt an einem dem Auftragelement gegenüberliegenden Ende ein Anschlussmittel zum Befestigen an einer Ausgabeeinrichtung auf, die vorzugsweise auf einen die Substanz bevorratenden Behälter anbringbar ist. Solche Ausgabeeinrichtungen sind bevorzugt als Spritzgussteile hergestellt und können auf die Behälter aufschraubbar oder aufklipsbar sein, so dass nach deren Betätigung ein Ausgeben der Substanz über den Behälter durch die Ausgabeeinrichtung hindurch in die Auftragvorrichtung erfolgt, um diese Substanz über das Auftragelement aufzutragen.The tubular holder preferably has, at an end opposite the applicator element, a connection means for fastening to an output device, which is preferably attachable to a container storing the substance. Such dispensing devices are preferably manufactured as injection-molded parts and can be screwed or clipped onto the containers, so that after their actuation the substance is dispensed via the container through the dispensing device into the application device in order to apply this substance via the application element.

Des Weiteren ist bevorzugt vorgesehen, dass die Schutzhülse in einer Gebrauchsposition zumindest teilweise eine Ausgabeeinrichtung umgibt und vorzugsweise ein Griffabschnitt der Ausgabeeinrichtung in die Ausnehmung eingreift. Dadurch kann eine zusätzlich Fixierung der Schutzhülse in einer Gebrauchsposition an der Ausgabeeinrichtung ermöglicht werden, indem beispielsweise eine Rastnase oder dergleichen an der Ausgabeeinrichtung vorgesehen ist, welche die Schutzhülse in der Gebrauchsposition arretiert. Darüber hinaus wird dadurch ermöglicht, dass der rohrförmige Halter kürzer ausgebildet werden kann, so dass die Gesamtlänge der Auftragvorrichtung verkürzt ist, wodurch die Handhabung vereinfacht wird.Furthermore, it is preferably provided that the protective sleeve in a use position at least partially surrounds an output device and preferably a grip portion of the output device engages in the recess. This allows an additional fixation of the protective sleeve in a position of use on the dispensing device are made possible by, for example, a locking lug or the like is provided on the dispensing device, which locks the protective sleeve in the position of use. Moreover, this makes it possible that the tubular holder can be made shorter, so that the overall length of the applicator is shortened, whereby the handling is simplified.

An der Schutzhülse ist bevorzugt eine Verschlusskappe unverlierbar vorgesehen. Dadurch kann bei einem Nichtgebrauch die Verschlusskappe an der Schutzhülse befestigt werden, so dass ein luftdichter Abschluss ermöglicht ist und zumindest eine kurze Unterbrechung ohne Auswaschen des Auftragelementes ohne Austrocknen gegeben ist.On the protective sleeve, a closure cap is preferably provided captive. Thereby, when not in use, the closure cap can be fastened to the protective sleeve so that an airtight closure is made possible and at least a brief interruption without washing out of the application element without drying out is provided.

Die Schutzhülse weist bevorzugt an deren Außenseite ein Rastelement auf, an dem die Verschlussklappe in einer Nichtgebrauchsposition befestigbar ist. Somit kann ein ungehindertes Auftragen der Substanz durch die Auftragvorrichtung ermöglicht sein.The protective sleeve preferably has on its outer side a latching element on which the closure flap can be fastened in a non-use position. Thus, an unhindered application of the substance can be made possible by the applicator.

Das Auftragelement ist bevorzugt als Pinsel oder durch Draht- oder Borstenbüschel gebildet. In Abhängigkeit der aufzutragenden Medien kann eine Anpassung erfolgen.The application element is preferably as a brush or by wire or Tufts of bristles formed. Depending on the media to be applied, an adjustment can be made.

Die Erfindung sowie weitere vorteilhafte Ausführungsformen und Weiterbildungen derselben werden im Folgenden anhand der in den Zeichnungen dargestellten Beispiele näher beschrieben und erläutert. Die der Beschreibung und den Zeichnungen zu entnehmenden Merkmale können einzeln für sich oder zu mehreren in beliebiger Kombination erfindungsgemäß angewandt werden. Es zeigen:The invention and further advantageous embodiments and developments thereof are described in more detail below with reference to the examples shown in the drawings and explained. The features to be taken from the description and the drawings can be applied individually according to the invention individually or in combination in any combination. Show it:

Figur 1 eine perspektivische Ansicht der Auftragvorrichtung in einer Nichtgebrauchsposition an einer Ausgabeeinrichtung, FIG. 1 a perspective view of the applicator in a non-use position on an output device,

Figur 2 die Auftragvorrichtung gemäß Figur 1 in einer Gebrauchsposition, FIG. 2 the applicator according to FIG. 1 in a use position,

Figur 3 eine perspektivische Ansicht eines ersten Montageschritts zum Positionieren einer Schutzhülse an einem rohrförmigen Halter der Auftragvorrichtung, FIG. 3 a perspective view of a first mounting step for positioning a protective sleeve on a tubular holder of the application device,

Figur 4 eine perspektivische Ansicht eines Zwischenschritts zur Montage der Schutzhülse an dem rohrförmigen Halter und FIG. 4 a perspective view of an intermediate step for mounting the protective sleeve to the tubular holder and

Figur 5 eine perspektivische Ansicht einer auf dem rohrförmigen Halter angeordneten Schutzhülse der Auftragvorrichtung. FIG. 5 a perspective view of a arranged on the tubular holder protective sleeve of the applicator.

In Figur 1 ist eine perspektivische Ansicht der erfindungsgemäßen Auftragvorrichtung 11 dargestellt. Diese Auftragvorrichtung 11 umfasst einen rohrförmigen Halter 12 sowie eine Schutzhülse 14, welche auf dem rohrförmigen Halter 12 verschiebbar angeordnet ist. Die Schutzhülse 14 ist bei der in Figur 1 dargestellten Ausführungsform in einer Nichtgebrauchsposition 16 angeordnet und umgibt ein Auftragelement 17, welches an dem rohrförmigen Halter 12 befestigt ist, wie dies aus Figur 2 hervorgeht.In FIG. 1 is a perspective view of the applicator device 11 according to the invention shown. This application device 11 comprises a tubular holder 12 and a protective sleeve 14, which is arranged displaceably on the tubular holder 12. The protective sleeve 14 is in the in FIG. 1 arranged embodiment in a non-use position 16 and surrounds a applicator element 17 which is fixed to the tubular holder 12, as is made FIG. 2 evident.

Die Auftragvorrichtung 11 weist an einem dem Auftragelement 17 gegenüberliegenden Ende ein Anschlussmittel 19 auf, durch welches die Auftragvorrichtung 11 an einer Ausgabeeinrichtung 21 befestigbar ist. Bevorzugt ist eine Steck- oder Schraubverbindung vorgesehen, so dass die Auftragvorrichtung 11 auswechselbar zur Ausgabeeinrichtung 21 angeordnet ist. Die Ausgabeeinrichtung 21 selbst ist an einem Spender oder Behälter 23 befestigbar. Bevorzugt wird dieser durch eine Schraubverbindung oder Klipsverbindung daran fixiert.The application device 11 has, at an end opposite the application element 17, a connection means 19, by means of which the application device 11 can be fastened to an output device 21. Preferably, a plug or screw connection is provided, so that the applicator 11 is arranged replaceable to the output device 21. The dispenser 21 itself is attachable to a dispenser or container 23. This is preferred by a Screw or clip connection fixed it.

In dem Behälter 23 ist die aufzutragende Substanz bevorratet. Hierbei kann es sich um streich- oder fließfähige Medien handeln, die auf einen Gegenstand aufzutragen sind. Insbesondere handelt es sich um Farben, Lacke, Schmierstoffe, Pasten oder dergleichen. Über einen im Inneren der Ausgabeeinrichtung 21 angeordneten Kanal gelangt die Substanz aus dem Behälter 23 in einen innenliegenden Kanal des rohrförmigen Halters 12 und gelangt durch eine mittlere Bohrung im Auftragelement 17 nach außen. Bevorzugt ist das Auftragelement 17 durch mehrere Bündel von einzelnen Borsten ausgebildet, die kreisförmig am rohrförmigen Halter 12 angeordnet sind, so dass diese einen mittleren Förderkanal bilden, durch welches die Substanz bis zum vorderen Ende der Borstenbündel austreten kann. Alternativ kann auch ein Pinsel mit einer mittleren Öffnung vorgesehen sein. Die Borsten können aus Draht, aus künstlichem oder aus natürlichem Material bestehen.In the container 23, the substance to be applied is stored. These may be spreadable or flowable media to be applied to an article. In particular, these are paints, varnishes, lubricants, pastes or the like. Via a channel disposed in the interior of the dispensing device 21, the substance passes from the container 23 into an internal channel of the tubular holder 12 and passes through a central bore in the applicator element 17 to the outside. Preferably, the applicator element 17 is formed by a plurality of bundles of individual bristles, which are arranged in a circle on the tubular holder 12, so that they form a central conveying channel, through which the substance can escape to the front end of the bristle bundles. Alternatively, a brush with a central opening may be provided. The bristles may be made of wire, artificial or natural material.

Die Schutzhülse 14 ist auf dem rohrförmigen Halter 12 verschiebbar gelagert, so dass diese aus der Nichtgebrauchsposition 16 gemäß Figur 1 in eine Gebrauchsposition 25 gemäß Figur 2 verschiebbar ist, wodurch das Auftragselement 17 freigegeben wird.The protective sleeve 14 is slidably mounted on the tubular holder 12, so that these from the non-use position 16 according to FIG. 1 in a use position 25 according to FIG. 2 is displaceable, whereby the applicator element 17 is released.

Die Schutzhülse 14 weist an einem freien Ende 27 angrenzend eine randoffene Ausnehmung 28 auf (Figur 3). Diese randoffene Ausnehmung 28 ist U-förmig ausgebildet und erstreckt sich in radialer Richtung nur teilweise über den Umfang der Schutzhülse 14. In der Gebrauchsposition 25 der Schutzhülse 14 (Figur 2) greift ein Griffabschnitt 29 der Ausgabeeinrichtung 21 zumindest teilweise in die Ausnehmung 28 der Schutzhülse 14 ein. Dadurch kann eine verrastende Fixierung der Schutzhülse 14 in der Gebrauchsposition 25 ermöglicht sein. Ebenso können zusätzlich Rastelemente im Bereich des Griffabschnitts 29 oder einer Anschlussstelle zwischen der Ausgabeeinrichtung 21 und dem Anschlussmittel 19 der Auftragvorrichtung 11 vorgesehen sein.The protective sleeve 14 has, at a free end 27 adjacent to an open-edged recess 28 ( FIG. 3 ). This open-edged recess 28 is U-shaped and extends in the radial direction only partially over the circumference of the protective sleeve 14. In the use position 25 of the protective sleeve 14 (FIG. FIG. 2 ) grips a handle portion 29 of the dispenser 21 at least partially into the recess 28 of the protective sleeve 14 a. As a result, a latching fixation of the protective sleeve 14 in the use position 25 may be made possible. Likewise, additional locking elements may be provided in the region of the grip portion 29 or a connection point between the output device 21 and the connection means 19 of the applicator 11.

Zum Überführen der Schutzhülse 14 aus der Gebrauchsposition 25 gemäß Figur 2 in eine Nichtgebrauchsposition 16 gemäß Figur 1 ist lediglich eine axiale Verschiebebewegung erforderlich. Die Schutzhülse 14 und der rohrförmige Halter 12 weisen vorzugsweise denselben Querschnitt auf, so dass einerseits eine Verschiebebewegung ermöglicht ist, jedoch andererseits eine leichte klemmende Fixierung ebenso gegeben ist. Zusätzlich kann an dem zum Auftragelement 17 weisenden Ende des rohrförmigen Halters 12 ebenso ein lösbares Rastelement 33 vorgesehen sein, um die Schutzhülse 14 in der Nichtgebrauchsposition 16 zu fixieren.For transferring the protective sleeve 14 from the use position 25 according to FIG. 2 in a non-use position 16 according to FIG FIG. 1 only an axial displacement movement is required. The protective sleeve 14 and the tubular holder 12 preferably have the same cross section, so that on the one hand a sliding movement is made possible, however, on the other hand, a slight clamping fixation is also given. In addition, a detachable latching element 33 may also be provided on the end of the tubular holder 12 facing the application element 17 in order to fix the protective sleeve 14 in the non-use position 16.

In den Figuren 3 bis 5 sind beispielhaft drei Montageschritte dargestellt, welche eine einfache Montage der Schutzhülse 14 auf dem rohrförmigen Halter 12 zur Komplettierung der Auftragvorrichtung 11 darstellen.In the FIGS. 3 to 5 By way of example, three assembly steps are shown, which represent a simple mounting of the protective sleeve 14 on the tubular holder 12 for completing the application device 11.

Zunächst wird gemäß Figur 3 die Schutzhülse 14 derart zum rohrförmigen Halter 12 positioniert, dass die Ausnehmung 28 dem Auftragelement 17 zugeordnet ist, so dass das Auftragelement 17 in einfacher Weise über die Ausnehmung 28 in das Innere der Schutzhülse 14 gelangt. Hierfür ist ein seitliches Aufsetzen der Schutzhülse 14 auf das Auftragelement 17 möglich. Nach dem Überstülpen der Schutzhülse 14 über das Auftragelement 17 bzw. das freie Ende des Auftragelementes 17 kann bevorzugt eine geringfügige Verdrehung der Schutzhülse 14 um deren Längsachse erfolgen, um Sicherzustellen, dass das Auftragelement 17 vollständig im Inneren der Schutzhülse 14 liegt. Anschließend wird das freie Ende 27 des rohrförmigen Halters 12 in Richtung auf den rohrförmigen Halter 12 zu bewegt, wie dies in Figur 2 dargestellt ist. Durch weiteres Aufschieben der Schutzhülse 14 auf den rohrförmigen Halter 12 wird diese in eine Nichtgebrauchsposition 16 übergeführt, so dass der rohrförmige Halter 12 die Ausnehmung 28 die Schutzhülse 14 vollständig überdeckt. Dies ist in Figur 5 dargestellt.First, according to FIG. 3 the protective sleeve 14 is positioned to the tubular holder 12 so that the recess 28 is assigned to the applicator element 17, so that the applicator element 17 passes in a simple manner via the recess 28 into the interior of the protective sleeve 14. For this purpose, a lateral placement of the protective sleeve 14 on the applicator element 17 is possible. After slipping over the protective sleeve 14 via the applicator element 17 or the free end of the applicator element 17 may preferably be a slight rotation of the protective sleeve 14 about its longitudinal axis to ensure that the applicator element 17 is completely inside the protective sleeve 14. Subsequently, the free end 27 of the tubular holder 12 is moved towards the tubular holder 12, as shown in FIG FIG. 2 is shown. By further pushing the protective sleeve 14 on the tubular holder 12, this is transferred to a non-use position 16 so that the tubular holder 12, the recess 28, the protective sleeve 14 completely covers. This is in FIG. 5 shown.

An der Schutzhülse 14 kann des Weiteren eine Verschlusskappe 31 vorgesehen sein, welche durch Klemmung oder Verrastung an der Schutzhülse 14 befestigbar ist. Über eine Haltelasche 32 ist die Verschlussklappe 31 mit der Schutzhülse 12 unverlierbar verbunden. Ergänzend ist bevorzugt an der Schutzhülse 14 ein Rastelement 33 vorgesehen, wodurch die Verschlussklappe 31 mit dessen Befestigungsabschnitt 34 daran angreifen und in einer Öffnungsposition gehalten werden kann, wie dies beispielsweise aus den Figuren 3 und 4 hervorgeht.Furthermore, a closure cap 31 can be provided on the protective sleeve 14, which can be fastened to the protective sleeve 14 by clamping or latching. About a retaining tab 32, the flap 31 is connected to the protective sleeve 12 captive. In addition, a latching element 33 is preferably provided on the protective sleeve 14, whereby the closure flap 31 with the attachment portion 34 engage it and in an open position can be held, as for example from the FIGS. 3 and 4 evident.

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Auftragvorrichtung zum Auftragen von Substanzen auf einen Gegenstand, mit einem rohrförmigen Halter (12), mit einem Auftragelement (17), das an dem rohrförmigen Halter (12) vorgesehen ist, mit einer verschiebbar am rohrförmigen Halter (12) gelagerten Schutzhülse (14), die in einer das Auftragelement (17) umgebenden Nichtgebrauchsposition (16) und in einer das Auftragelement (17) freigebenden Gebrauchsposition (25) anordenbar ist, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass an einem stirnseitigen Ende (27) der Schutzhülse (14) angrenzend eine randoffene Ausnehmung (28) vorgesehen ist, so dass zum Positionieren der Schutzhülse (14) auf dem rohrförmigen Halter (12) zunächst das Auftragelement (17) in die Schutzhülse (12) zumindest über die randoffene Ausnehmung (28) einführbar ist und anschließend die Schutzhülse (14) auf dem rohrförmigen Halter (12) in axialer Richtung aufsteckbar ist.Applicator for applying substances to an article comprising a tubular holder (12) having an applicator element (17) provided on the tubular holder (12) with a protective sleeve (14) slidably mounted on the tubular holder (12), which can be arranged in a use position (16) surrounding the applicator element (17) and in a use position (25) releasing the applicator element (17), characterized in that an open-edged recess (14) adjoins an end face (27) of the protective sleeve (14). 28) is provided, so that for positioning the protective sleeve (14) on the tubular holder (12) first the applicator element (17) in the protective sleeve (12) at least over the open-edged recess (28) is insertable and then the protective sleeve (14) on the tubular holder (12) can be plugged in the axial direction. Auftragvorrichtung nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Schutzhülse (14) seitlich auf das Auftragelement (17) aufsetzbar ist.Applicator device according to claim 1, characterized in that the protective sleeve (14) can be placed laterally on the applicator element (17). Auftragvorrichtung nach Anspruch 1 oder 2, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Schutzhülse (14) einen Querschnitt aufweist, welcher dem Querschnitt des rohrförmigen Halters (12) entspricht.Applicator device according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the protective sleeve (14) has a cross section which corresponds to the cross section of the tubular holder (12). Auftragvorrichtung nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die randoffene Ausnehmung (28) U-förmig ausgebildet ist und die Öffnungsbreite der Ausnehmung (28) kleiner als ein Durchmesser des rohrförmigen Halters (12) ausgebildet ist.Applicator device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the open-edged recess (28) is U-shaped and the opening width of the recess (28) is smaller than a diameter of the tubular holder (12). Auftragvorrichtung nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Länge der randoffenen Ausnehmung (28) kleiner als die Länge des Auftragelementes (17) ausgebildet ist.Applicator device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the length of the open-edged recess (28) is smaller than the length of the applicator element (17). Auftragvorrichtung nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass der rohrförmige Halter (12) an einem dem Auftragelement (17) gegenüberliegenden Ende einen Anschluss zum Befestigen an einer Ausgabeeinrichtung (21) aufweist, die vorzugsweise auf einen die Substanz bevorratenden Behälter (23) anbringbar ist.Applicator device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the tubular holder (12) at a the applicator element (17) opposite end has a connection for attachment to an output device (21), preferably on a substance-storing container (23) attachable is. Auftragvorrichtung nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Schutzhülse (14) in einer Gebrauchsposition (25) zumindest teilweise die Ausgabeeinrichtung (21) umgibt und vorzugsweise ein Griffabschnitt (29) der Ausgabeeinrichtung (21) in die Ausnehmung (28) eingreift.Applicator device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the protective sleeve (14) in a use position (25). at least partially surrounds the output device (21) and preferably engages a handle portion (29) of the output device (21) in the recess (28). Auftragvorrichtung nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass an der Schutzhülse (14) eine Verschlusskappe (31) unverlierbar angeordnet ist.Applicator device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that on the protective sleeve (14) a closure cap (31) is arranged captive. Auftragvorrichtung nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass an einer Außenseite der Schutzhülse (14) ein Rastelement (33) angeordnet ist und die Verschlusskappe (31) in einer Nichtgebrauchsposition (16) daran befestigbar ist.Applicator device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that on an outer side of the protective sleeve (14) a latching element (33) is arranged and the closure cap (31) in a non-use position (16) can be fastened thereto. Auftragvorrichtung nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass das Auftragelement (17) als Pinsel oder als Draht- oder Borstenbündel ausgebildet ist.Applicator device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the applicator element (17) is designed as a brush or as a wire or bristle bundle.
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