Abstract
An applicator is provided for a flowable media, particularly an adhesive contained in a container and the applicator includes an elongate body member having an internal cavity that holds the container. The cavity has a distal end with a breaking means that is actuated by an axial force. Various embodiments of the actuator are shown to apply the force, including a wire cracker and a molded integral handle member with a lever linkage that bears against a ram which holds the ampoule and having a spring arm that rides within the cavity to oppose a pivoting force on the handle. These embodiments also enable single handed use.
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What is claimed is:
An applicator is provided for a flowable media, particularly an adhesive contained in a container and the applicator includes an elongate body member having an internal cavity that holds the container. The cavity has a distal end with a breaking means that is actuated by an axial force. Various embodiments of the actuator are shown to apply the force, including a wire cracker and a molded integral handle member with a lever linkage that bears against a ram which holds the ampoule and having a spring arm that rides within the cavity to oppose a pivoting force on the handle. These embodiments also enable single handed use.
Timeline
Filed
05/20/2026Published
09/17/2026Granted
Not AvailableIPC Codes(2)
A61B 17/00:Surgical instruments, devices or methods (takes precedence A61B 18/00; dental tools A61C 3/00; eye surgery A61F 9/007; ear surgery A61F 11/20)
A61B 90/00:Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges