Stands for cartridges and systems of such stands

Abstract

Stand (1) for a cartridge (19), wherein the stand (1) comprises a base (3) and a holder (5) projecting from the base (3), the holder (5) comprising a plurality of longitudinal ribs (7) arranged on an outer surface thereof and a tapered tip (6) projecting away from the base (3).

Description

[0001] The present invention relates to cartridge stands. Such stands serve to hold cartridges, particularly filled ones, in an upright position when not in use. These stands are not only useful for storing the cartridges, but also for weighing them before, during, or after filling.

[0002] The present invention aims to provide improved configurations for such stands.

[0003] According to the present invention, such a stand comprises a base and a holder projecting from the base. The holder comprises a plurality of longitudinal ribs arranged on an outer surface thereof and a tapered tip projecting away from the base.

[0004] The holder is specifically configured so that an outlet, such as an IOR tip of the cartridge, or a cap on such an outlet, can slide over the holder, specifically until it rests against the base, and engage with the stand. The base prevents the cartridge, which is engaged with the stand, from tipping over. Such a stand is simple in design but well-suited for holding these cartridges.

[0005] Preferably, the base is formed by a spiral that surrounds the holder.

[0006] Such a configuration is very unique and easy to form in an extrusion process.

[0007] The diameter of the base can be, for example, 17 mm to 32 mm, particularly 24 mm. The diameter of the spiral strand can be, for example, 2 mm to 5 mm. The height of the stand can be, for example, 10 mm to 20 mm, particularly about 15 mm.

[0008] These dimensions are very material-efficient while still allowing for the reliable use of standard cartridges.

[0009] Preferably, the spiral transitions into the holder.

[0010] Such a configuration is very unique and easy to form in an extrusion process.

[0011] Preferably, the base comprises a convex outer surface that projects towards the holder.

[0012] Such a configuration is very robust and allows for stable carrying of the cartridge.

[0013] The diameter of the base can be, for example, 17 mm to 32 mm, in particular 24 mm. The height of the base can be 2 mm to 4 mm, in particular 3 mm.

[0014] These dimensions are very material-efficient while still allowing for the reliable use of standard cartridges.

[0015] Preferably, the base comprises one or more, in particular arc-shaped, recesses on one or more sides of the base.

[0016] Such cutouts allow for material savings and improve the handling of the stand.

[0017] Preferably, the holder includes between three and ten ribs.

[0018] Such a number of ribs allows for a good grip between the cartridge and the holder, as well as good stability of the holder.

[0019] Preferably, a groove is arranged between two adjacent ribs of the holder.

[0020] Such grooves allow for material savings and improved stability of the holder.

[0021] Preferably, the base is at least essentially circular.

[0022] Such configurations are very stable and material-efficient.

[0023] Preferably the base is at least substantially rectangular, with two sides of the base comprising a recess and two sides of the base comprising lugs.

[0024] In particular, the base has a puzzle-like design. These stands can be arranged on a flat surface in a very space-saving manner. Furthermore, they are very stable.

[0025] Preferably the side length of the base is 40 mm to 60 mm, in particular 42 mm and / or 55 mm, and / or the height of the base is 1 mm to 3 mm, in particular 2 mm.

[0026] These dimensions are very material-efficient while still allowing for the reliable use of standard cartridges.

[0027] Preferably, the sides encompassing the recesses are arranged opposite each other. Preferably, the sides encompassing the lugs are arranged opposite each other.

[0028] Such stands can easily be interlocked to form a closed (puzzle-like) pattern.

[0029] Preferably, the sides encompassing the noses are concave, and the noses project from the center of the respective concave side. Preferably, the sides encompassing the recesses are convex, and the recesses are arranged at the center of the respective convex side.

[0030] Such stands can easily be interlocked to form a closed (puzzle-like) pattern.

[0031] Preferably, the noses are semicircular. Preferably, the recesses are semicircular.

[0032] Such noses and the recess are easy to form and interlock.

[0033] Preferably, the noses are shaped to complement the recesses.

[0034] This configuration allows for the puzzle-like interlocking of the bases of different stands.

[0035] According to the present invention, a system of stands comprises two or more stands as described above, having an at least substantially rectangular shape. A respective lug of one of the two or more stands is received in a respective recess of another of the two or more stands.

[0036] In particular, multiple prongs from several stands are accommodated in a puzzle-like manner by corresponding recesses in the stands. Such a system of stands can be set up in a very space-saving way to form a flat carrier for various cartridges.

[0037] Exemplary embodiments and functions of the present disclosure are described here in conjunction with the following drawings, wherein: Fig. 1 shows a perspective view of a first exemplary embodiment for a stand according to the present disclosure; Fig. 2 shows a perspective view of a second exemplary embodiment for a stand according to the present disclosure; Fig. 3 shows a perspective view of a third exemplary embodiment for a stand according to the present disclosure; Fig. 4 a view from below of a set of stands according to Fig. 3 shows them interlocking like a puzzle; Fig. 5 a perspective view of a single stand according to Fig. 3 with a corresponding cartridge supported by the stand; Fig. 6 a perspective view of the set of stands according to Fig. 4 shows a set of corresponding cartridges supported by the set of stands.

[0038] The Fig. 1 to Fig. Figure 3 shows various stands 1 according to the present invention.

[0039] Each of the stands 1 comprises a base 3 and a support 5, which projects from the base 3, in particular perpendicular to the extension plane of the base 3, and is in particular formed therefrom.

[0040] The holder 5 comprises a tapered tip 6 projecting away from the base 3, and a plurality of ribs 7, in particular between three and eight ribs 7, with grooves 9 arranged between each of two adjacent ribs 7 (see in particular Fig. 2 and Fig. 3).

[0041] Base 3 is flat and can, for example, be at least essentially circular, as in the Fig. 1 and Fig. 2 shown, or at least be essentially rectangular in shape, as shown in Fig. 3 shown.

[0042] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 1, the circular base 3 can be formed by a spiral, in particular a flat spiral, which surrounds the holder 5 and preferably transitions into the holder 5, for example via a transition section 4. For such a configuration, the diameter of the base 3 can be, for example, 17 mm to 32 mm, in particular 24 mm, the width of the strand forming the spiral can be, for example, 2 mm to 5 mm, and / or the height of the entire stand 1 can be, for example, 10 mm to 20 mm, in particular about 15 mm.

[0043] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 2, the circular base 3 can include a convex outer surface projecting towards the holder 5. In particular, the base can be shaped like a contact lens, especially with one or more (here two) arcuate recesses on opposite sides. For such a configuration, the diameter of the base 3 can be, for example, 17 mm to 32 mm, in particular 24 mm, and / or the height of the base 3 can be, for example, 2 mm to 4 mm, in particular 3 mm. The base 3 can be provided with a flattened contact surface 13 on its upper side (i.e., towards the holder 5).

[0044] Referring to Fig. The rectangular base can have 3 recesses 15 on two sides and lugs 17 on the other two sides. These sides can be angled or curved. The sides with the recesses 15 can be convex and opposite each other, while the sides with the lugs 17 can be concave and opposite each other. The recesses 15 and the lugs 17 can be located at the centers of their respective sides and can be complementary, in particular semicircular.

[0045] If the bases 3 are symmetrically shaped, it is possible to interlock several stands 1 in a flat, puzzle-like manner, as shown in Fig. 4 shown. The stands 1 can be formed as one-piece components. If necessary, the holder 5 can pass through the base 3, as shown in Fig. 4 can be seen.

[0046] The side length of the base in such a rectangular configuration can be, for example, 40 mm to 60 mm, in particular 42 mm and / or 55 mm, and / or the height of the base in such a rectangular configuration can be, for example, 1 mm to 3 mm, in particular 2 mm.

[0047] The Fig. 5 and Fig. Figure 6 shows a stand 1 and a set of corresponding stands 1 supporting exemplary cartridges 19, which are compatible with the illustrated stands 1 in an upright position. The stands 1, and in particular their bases 3, are preferably dimensioned such that, when assembled like a puzzle, each stand 1 can support its own cartridge 19 (at least in a suitable orientation of the different cartridges 19 on their stands 1).

[0048] Such cartridges 19 can have a main body 21, which forms a cylindrical material reservoir 23, and an outlet tip 25. The outlet tip 25 can be provided with a cap 27 that seals an outlet opening (not shown) and has a receiving opening for mounting the cartridge 19 on the holder 5 of one of the stands 1. The rear end of the material reservoir 23 can be provided with wings 29, such as those known from medical syringes, and with an inlet opening for introducing material and / or a piston (not shown) for dispensing the material from the material reservoir 23. The inlet opening can be sealed by a cover 31.

[0049] The stands 1 of the present invention enable such cartridges 19 to be stored upright, for example during filling and / or weighing them. Reference symbol list: 1 stand 3 Basic 4 Transition section 5 holders 6 tapered tip 7th rib 9 Nut 11 Exclusion 13 Plant area 15 Exclusion 17 Nose 19 cartridges 21 Main body 23 material storage 25 Outlet tip 27 cap 29 wings 31 lids

Claims

[1] Stand (1) for a cartridge (19), wherein the stand (1) comprises a base (3) and a holder (5) projecting from the base (3), the holder (5) comprising a plurality of longitudinal ribs (7) arranged on an outer surface thereof and a tapered tip (6) projecting away from the base (3). [2] Stand (1) according to claim 1, wherein the base (3) is formed by a spiral surrounding the holder (5). [3] Stand (1) according to claim 2, wherein the diameter of the base (3) is 17 mm to 32 mm, in particular 24 mm, the width of the strand of the spiral is 2 mm to 5 mm and / or the height of the entire stand (1) is 10 mm to 20 mm, in particular about 15 mm. [4] Stand (1) according to one of claims 2 or 3, wherein the spiral transitions into the holder (5). [5] Stand (1) according to claim 1, wherein the base (3) comprises a convex outer surface projecting towards the holder (5). [6] Stand (1) according to claim 5, wherein the diameter of the base (3) is 17 mm to 32 mm, in particular 24 mm and / or the height of the base (3) is 2 mm to 4 mm, in particular 3 mm. [7] Stand (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the base (3) comprises one or more, in particular arc-shaped, recesses (11) on one or more sides of the base (3). [8] Stand (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the holder (5) comprises between three and ten ribs (7). [9] Stand (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein a groove (9) is arranged between two adjacent ribs (7) of the holder (5). [10] Stand (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the base (3) is at least substantially circular. [11] Stand (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the base (3) is at least substantially rectangular, wherein two sides of the base (3) comprise a recess (15) and two sides of the base (3) comprise lugs (17). [12] Stand (1) according to claim 11, wherein the side length of the base (3) is 40 mm to 60 mm, in particular 42 mm and / or 55 mm, and / or the height of the base (3) is 1 mm to 3 mm, in particular 2 mm. [13] Stand (1) according to one of claims 11 or 12, wherein the sides comprising recesses (11, 15) are arranged opposite each other. [14] Stand (1) according to any one of claims 11 to 13, wherein the sides comprising the noses (17) are arranged opposite each other. [15] Stand (11) according to any one of claims 11 to 14, wherein the sides comprising the noses (17) are concave and the noses (17) protrude from a center of the respective concave side. [16] Stand (11) according to any one of claims 11 to 15, wherein the sides comprising the recess (15) are convexly shaped and the recesses (15) are arranged in a center of the respective convex side. [17] Stand (11) according to any one of claims 11 to 16, wherein the noses (17) are semicircular. [18] Stand (11) according to one of claims 11 to 17, wherein the recesses (15) are semicircular. [19] Stand (11) according to any one of claims 11 to 18, wherein the noses (17) are shaped complementary to the recesses (15). [20] System of stands (1), wherein the system comprises two or more stands (1) according to any one of claims 11 to 19, wherein a respective nose (17) of a stand (1) of the two or more stands (1) is received in a respective recess (15) of a further stand (1) of the two or more stands (1).

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