Multiple-component tampon applicator

Details Multiple-component tampon applicator Multiple-component tampon applicator

2011-01-04

2011-01-04

Zalukaeva, Tatyana (Department: 3761)

Surgery

Means for inserting fibrous or foraminous resident packing,...

C604S012000, C604S013000, C604S014000, C604S015000, C604S016000, C604S017000, C604S018000, C604S110000

Reexamination Certificate

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07862533

ABSTRACT:
There is provided a multiple-component tampon applicator formed from at least three separate components. A fingergrip having a reduced cross-section as compared to that of the barrel may be formed such that it is a separate component or is integrally formed with a barrel component. The reduced cross-section fingergrip provides exceptional grippability to the user. The multiple components may be formed from materials including, for example, biopolymer including starches and proteins, cardboard, heat shrink plastic, paper slurry, plastic, plastic tubing, pulp slurry, pulp-molded paper, or any combinations thereof. Prior to assembly of the applicator and prior to loading the barrel component with an absorbent pledget, petals may be formed on the insertion end of the barrel using existing processes and equipment. Alternatively, a separate insertion tip component having petals may be formed. This separate component may then be connected to the barrel component either before or after an absorbent pledget is loaded into the barrel component.

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