Liquid applicator and method of use

Details Liquid applicator and method of use Liquid applicator and method of use

2006-06-08

2011-11-22

Walczak, David (Department: 3751)

Coating implements with material supply

Including rupturable means or sealed-cartridge receiver

Sealed-cartridge receiver with flow-establishing means

C401S133000, C604S003000

Reexamination Certificate

active

08061917

ABSTRACT:
An applicator for dispensing uniform thickness layers of liquid to surfaces and especially surgical sealants to surgical sites to create, in situ, a surgical incise drape is disclosed. The applicator employs a supported thin layer of foam which achieves layer thickness which are substantially independent of the pressure applied to the applicator during use. Methods of using the applicator are also disclosed.

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