WO2022050908A1

WO2022050908A1 - Tape reversing adapter

Info

Publication number: WO2022050908A1
Application number: PCT/TR2020/050785
Authority: WO
Inventors: Ceyhan OZSARI
Original assignee: Ozsari Ceyhan
Priority date: 2020-08-29
Filing date: 2020-08-29
Publication date: 2022-03-10

Abstract

The invention relates to a tape reversing adapter comprising a carrier body (20) equipped with an elongated handle (10), an outward-facing open intake (26) in a drum structure surrounding an inner chamber (24) provided at an upper end (12) of the handle (10) and accommodated by a one-piece strip (40) with a layer of adhesive wound inward, and an outlet opening (27) suitably adjusted for the passage of the strip (40), and an outer periphery (21) around which the strip (40) is inverted and wound from one end to the other. The adapter also comprises a carrier arm (232) extending from the carrier body (20) to the intake (26) and which comprises a flexible first interlock tab (23) one free end.

Description

TAPE REVERSING ADAPTER

TECHNICAL FIELD

The present invention relates to a tape reversing adapter designed to ensure that the adhesive part of the tape protrudes.

STATE OF THE ART

Technical field includes apparatuses developed to collect the hair of pets. Materials with an adhesive surface are preferred in lint rollers. Lint rollers are the most practical products used for lint collection. In general, lint rollers are cleaning products that have a roll-shaped head that can rotate on the handle and whose adhesive parts are aligned to the top, that collect lints on seats, pillows, clothes vb. by rotation, that can be cleaned by removing the leaf without adhesive substance, and that can be disposable or suitable for more than one use with a replaceable head. Furthermore, there are also long-lasting products in the field that only requires the tape to be cut, without requiring it to be replaced.

Patent numbered TR202007277A2 relates to an apparatus that converts duct tape into a lint roller that requires a duct tape to be placed inside the apparatus, enabling the adhesive part of the tape to be wrapped up on the outer lateral surface of the cylindrical cover of the apparatus, and thus making the duct tape ready for lint collection with the ease it provides, and that allows the tape to be cut practically during the use of the duct tape for general purposes other than lint collection.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

The object of the invention is to convert a duct tape into a lint roller at low cost and in a practical way.

Another object of the invention is to cut the tape for removal in case the duct tape becomes unusable after used for lint collection.

In order to achieve the abovementioned objects, the invention relates to a tape reversing adapter which comprises a carrier body equipped with an elongated handle, an outward-facing open intake in a drum structure surrounding an inner chamber provided at an upper end of the handle and accommodated by a one-piece strip with a layer of adhesive wound inward, and an outlet opening suitably adjusted for the passage of the strip, and an outer periphery around which the strip is inverted and wound from one end to the other. In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the reversing adapter is equipped with at least one flexible first interlock tab provided on the carrier body so as to prevent the tape to be placed inside the carrier body from coming out of the outlet opening. In this way, the tape to be placed inside the inner chamber will preferably be pulled from the outlet opening of the strip of the duct tape, and the outer periphery of the carrier body will be able to be placed with the adhesive surface of the duct tape facing outwards. Furthermore, a first interlock tab is provided to ensure that the duct tape placed inside the inner chamber is confined to the inner chamber and to prevent it from coming off or falling over the intake.

A preferred embodiment of the invention comprises a carrier arm extending from the carrier body to the intake, and in which the flexible first interlock tab is located at one free end. The fixing of the duct tape placed inside the inner chamber is facilitated with the carrier arm. The interlock tab extends from the carrier body to the open intake, allowing the intake to be open for the insertion of tape.

In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the carrier arm extends vertically from a base of the carrier body towards the intake. In this case, it is possible, for example, to manufacture the carrier body comprising the carrier arm in one piece with a plastic injection mold. In a possible embodiment, the inner ring of the tape sits vertically on the base of the carrier body in the drum structure. In this case, the carrier arm extends towards the intake parallel to the inner ring and perpendicular to the base, supporting the inner portion of the inner ring.

In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the carrier arm is in a U-like form. In this way, it is ensured that it has a more robust structure with a reaction force corresponding to the pressure force applied by the carrier arms. It is a structure that is described by a U-form and extends in a mirror symmetry or angle with respect to each other in the transverse direction, settling on opposite walls. For example, the carrier arm may have three arm extensions at equal angles to each other.

In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the carrier arm and the first interlock tab are in a structure integrated into the carrier body. Thus, the product can be produced via monolithic plastic injection with the integration of the carrier arm, enabling ease of production thereof. Furthermore, this increases the production speed and provides a cost benefit. A preferred embodiment of the invention comprises a socket provided inside the carrier body, in which the handle is engaged from its upper end. The socket facilitates the adaptation of the handle to the carrier body, and therefore, a rotational movement is provided between the handle end and the carrier body.

A preferred embodiment of the invention comprises at least one flexible second interlock tab that engages the socket in a way that ensures the elongated handle is fixed to the socket. Thus, the handle is pushed from the open lower part of the socket in the carrier body, providing easy mounting to the carrier body, and strengthening the connection between the handle thereof.

A preferred embodiment of the invention comprises a pivotally mounted flange at a lower end of the socket provided at the upper end of the handle. In this way, when the handle is fixed, the carrier body is provided to rotate around itself. Thanks to the flange, a bearing surface is provided from the lower end of the carrier body, and thus, it is ensured that the carrier body is supported from the bottom during rotation.

In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the socket is integrated with the first interlock tab. In this way, a compact structure is obtained. In the inner chamber, the interlock tab is prevented from occupying a separate space from the hive.

In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the socket is aligned concentrically with the carrier body. Thus, wabbling is prevented during the rotation of the carrier body on the socket.

A preferred embodiment of the invention comprises a cutting element extending radially from the carrier body to its outer periphery. Cutting element ensures that the duct tape placed on the outer periphery of the carrier body is cut transversely to be replaced with a new one after use.

A preferred embodiment of the invention comprises a slot on the carrier body at a predetermined distance from the outlet opening and where the cutting element is located. The slot allows the cutting element to extend from the inside of the drum structure to the outside where the adhesive tape is located. Thus, cutting of the tape can be performed from a region on the tape, for example by making a notch. The spacing ensures that the next winding of tape forms a handle. In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the slot and the outlet opening are provided on the carrier body, extending towards each other on opposite sides, facing one another. Thus, the cutting element ensures that the tape is cut by applying notches on the part where the duct tape is most tense.

A preferred embodiment of the invention comprises a flexible bearing element that enables the cutting element to be fixed to the carrier body at one end. The bearing element is provided to move radially on the cutting element. The cutting element is provided to cut the duct tape by applying pressure to the part of the cutting element that extends out of the carrier body by the user.

A preferred embodiment of the invention is that the cutting element is made of metal. Metal structure of the cutting element makes it easier to cut the duct tape.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES

Figure 1 is a bottom perspective view of a representative embodiment of the tape reversing adapter according to the invention.

Figure 2 is a top perspective view of a representative embodiment of the tape reversing adapter according to the invention.

Figure 3 is a cross-sectional view of a representative embodiment of the tape reversing adapter according to the invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

In this detailed explanation, the development according to the invention is explained only for a better understanding of the subject without any limiting effect.

Figure 1 demonstrates a representative embodiment of the tape reversing adapter according to invention. The tape reversing adapter comprises a cylindrical elongated handle (10), a drumshaped carrier body (20) provided at an upper end (12) of the handle (10). In order to ensure the fixing of the carrier body (20) and the handle (10), the handle (10) is fixed to a coaxial cylindrical socket (22) inside the carrier body (20). The carrier body (20) is equipped with a flat cylindrical outer periphery (21 ) that allows the tape to be placed with the adhesive surface facing out. The carrier body (20) comprises an outlet opening (27) extending from an upper edge (202) towards a lower edge (204) of predetermined length. The outlet opening (27) is in the form of a transversely extending thin groove that reaches the inner chamber. The outlet opening (27) is spaced from the bottom edge (204). A slot (28) with an indentation in an inverted U-like structure is formed on the lower edge (204) corresponding to the upper edge (202) of the outlet opening (27). The carrier body (20) comprises a slit (29) in the center of the slot (28), which is opened up to a predetermined height from the outer periphery (21 ) of the carrier body (20). One end of the slit (29) is aligned with the middle of its outer periphery (21 ). A cutting element (30) in the form of a thin strip extends transversely inside the slit (29), enabling the tape, preferably the duct tape, to be cut. The cutting element (30) extends out of the slit (29) in the slot (28), and is supported on a flexible V-like bearing member (32) from a handle () at its lower end. The cutting element (30) is a thin metal piece, and when bent upwards from its lower end, its upper corner makes a notch on the tape from the bottom, allowing it to cut the tape thereof. The flexibility of the bearing member (32) allows the cutting member to extend sufficiently radially upwards to reach the belt.

Figure 2 provides a top perspective view of a representative embodiment of the tape reversing adapter according to the invention. The tape reversing adapter is equipped with a circular inner chamber (24) located in the carrier body (20) in which a tape, preferably a duct tape, can be placed. The diameter of the inner chamber (24) is spaced from the maximum outer diameter of the duct tape. Thus, the duct tape fits radially into the inner chamber without jamming. The carrier body (20) has a circular intake (26) that is delimited by its outer periphery (21 ) from its upper end and that opens facing outward from the inner chamber (24). There is at least one flexible first interlock tab (23), which is positioned to block the outward movement of the duct tape fixed in the inner chamber (24) from the intake (26). Two first interlock tabs (23) are used opposite each other so as to block the duct tape from coming out of the intake. The first interlock tab (23) is provided on a carrier arm (232) at a free end extending perpendicularly from the carrier body (20) to the intake (26) by passing through the inner ring and pressing outward radially from the upper edge of the inner ring. The carrier arm (232) is in a U-like form with the interlock ends facing opposite to one another. In addition to the first interlock tab (23), at least one flexible support extension (25) is provided to ensure that the tape has a more durable structure in the inner chamber (24). The support extension (25) is in a flat form and abuts against the inner ring from its inner wall. In the preferred embodiment, two vertical support extensions (25) are used with interlock tabs (). Figure 3 demonstrates a cross-sectional view of the representative embodiment of the tape reversing adapter. Fixing of the handle (10) to the socket (22) inside the carrier body (20) is provided by at least one second flexible interlock tab (16). In the preferred embodiment, three second interlock tabs (16) are used. In addition to the second interlock tab (16), at least one second support extension (18) is used to secure the engagement of the handle (10) and the socket (22). In the preferred embodiment, three second support extensions (18) are used. A circular lower edge (222) of the socket (22) contacts a flange (14) formed in the form of a protrusion on the handle (10) in order to ensure that the carrier body (20) rotates so as to ensure the fixing of the handle (10). A fixing element (224) is provided that extends over the lateral surface of the socket (22) to the first interlock tab (23) in order for the socket (22) to be integrated with the first interlock tab (23). A strip (40) that allows the user to pull the tape placed in the inner chamber (24) is provided.

The tape reversing adapter places the adhesive layer of the duct tape, which is placed in the inner chamber (24) with the adhesive layer facing inwards, on the outer periphery (21 ) of the carrier body (20) with its adhesive layer facing outward. A flexible first interlock tab (23) is used to restrict the outward movement of the duct tape placed in the inner chamber (24) from the intake (26). The first interlock tab (23) is located at the end of the carrier arm (232) with a free end, restricting the movement of the duct tape. In this way, the duct tape is prevented from coming out of the intake (26). However, thanks to the flexibility of the first interlock tab (23), the lateral movements of the duct tape within the inner chamber (24) are not restricted. The tape comprises a strip (40) arranged to be held by the user and passed through the outlet opening (27). Preferably, the tape, preferably the duct tape, pulled over the outlet opening (27) is placed in such a way that it completely covers the outer periphery (21 ) of the carrier body (20). In case the placed duct tape is not suitable for use, it is cut by the cutting element (30) located in the slit (29) formed at a distance from the outlet opening (27). The cutting element (30) is moved by the user from its end extending out of the slit (29) and cuts the duct tape in the form of notches by coming out of the slit (29). When the tape is pulled from the part cut by the user, the unusable part is torn off and the new tape piece remains on the carrier body (20). Fixation of the carrier body (20) to the second flexible interlock tab (16) is reinforced in the part where the socket (22) engages the handle (10). A two-piece structure can be obtained thanks to the carrier body (20) and the handle (10). The whole two-piece construction is made of plastic. REFERENCE NUMBERS

10 Handle 28 Slot

12 Top End 29 Slit

14 Flange 30 Cutting Element

16 Second Interlock Tab 32 Bearing Member

18 Second Support Extension 40 Strip

20 Carrier Body

202 Top Edge

204 Bottom Edge

21 Outer Periphery

22 Socket

222 Bottom Edge

224 Fixing Element

23 First Interlock Tab

232 Carrier arm

24 Inner Chamber

25 First Support Extension

26 Stripe

27 Outlet Opening

Claims

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1- A tape reversing adapter comprising a carrier body (20) equipped with an elongated handle (10), an outward-facing open intake (26) in a drum structure surrounding an inner chamber (24) provided at an upper end (12) of the handle (10) and accommodated by a one-piece strip (40) with a layer of adhesive wound inward, and an outlet opening (27) suitably adjusted for the passage of the strip (40), and an outer periphery (21 ) around which the strip (40) is inverted and wound from one end to the other, characterized in that it comprises at least one flexible first interlock tab (23) provided on the carrier body (20) so as to prevent the tape to be placed inside the carrier body (20) from coming out of the intake (26).

2- A tape reversing adapter according to Claim 1 , characterized in that it comprises a carrier arm (232) extending from the carrier body (20) to the intake (26) and which comprises a flexible first interlock tab (23) one free end.

3- A tape reversing adapter according to Claim 2, characterized in that the carrier arm (232) extends vertically from a base of the carrier body (20) towards the intake (26).

4- A tape reversing adapter according to Claim 3, characterized in that the carrier arm (232) is in a U-like form.

5- A tape reversing adapter according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the carrier arm (232) and the first interlock tab (23) are integrated into the carrier body.

6- A tape reversing adapter according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that it comprises a socket (22) provided inside the carrier body (20) and with which the handle (10) engages from its upper end (12).

7- A tape reversing adapter according to Claim 6, characterized in that it comprises a flexible second interlock tab (16) that engages the socket (22) so as to ensure the fixing of the elongated handle (10) to the socket (22).

8- A tape reversing adapter according to Claims 6-7, characterized in that the handle (10) comprises a flange (14) on a lower edge (222) of the socket (22) provided at its upper end (12) on which it rotates. 9

9- A tape reversing adapter according to Claims 6-8, characterized in that the socket (22) is integrated into the first interlock tab (23).

10- A tape reversing adapter according to Claims 6-9, characterized in that the socket (22) is aligned concentrically with the carrier body (20).

11- A tape reversing adapter according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that it comprises a cutting element (30) extending radially from the carrier body (20) to its outer periphery (21 ).

12- A tape reversing adapter according to Claim 7, characterized in that it comprises a slit (29) on the carrier body (20) at a predetermined distance (L) from the outlet opening (27) and where the cutting element (30) is located.

13- A tape reversing adapter according to Claims 11-12, characterized in that the slit (29) and the outlet opening (27) on the carrier body (20) are provided on opposite sides to extend towards each other.

14- A tape reversing adapter according to Claims 11-13, characterized in that it comprises a flexible bearing member (32) that enables the cutting element (30) to be fixed to the carrier body (20) at one end.

15- A tape reversing adapter according to Claims 11-14, characterized in that the cutting element (30) is made of metal.