Syringe with air trap

Description

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a syringe with air trap showing my new design.

FIG. 2 is a top view thereof, the bottom being a mirror image thereof.

FIG. 3 is a side view thereof, the opposite side being a mirror image thereof.

FIG. 4 is a rear view thereof.

FIG. 5 is a front view thereof.

FIG. 6 is a side partially evacuated view thereof.

FIG. 7 is a side fully evacuated view thereof; and,

FIG. 8 is a perspective view rearward of FIG. 7 showing a passageway completely closed.

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Patent History
Patent number: D432646
Type: Grant
Filed: Feb 26, 1999
Date of Patent: Oct 24, 2000
Inventor: Barry Farris (Zephyr Cove, NV)
Primary Examiner: Ian Simmons
Attorney: Bernhard Kreten
Application Number: 0/101,106
Classifications
Current U.S. Class: Resilient (e.g., Squeeze Bulb, Bellows, Etc.) (9) (D24/115)
International Classification: 2402;