Elongated nozzle configured for use with automated dispensers such as door handle sprayers and the like

Abstract

Attachments for aerosol cans used in automated sprayers can comprise a hollow tube having a first end and a second end. The first end is shaped to seat on the valve of the aerosol can. The second end is opposite the first end and has a nozzle disposed adjacent the second end. The nozzle is disposed in fluid communication with the first end via the hollow tube and can disperse aerosol therefrom, preferably in an axial direction. A bearing surface is disposed along the hollow tube, preferably clear of the second end hollow tube to facilitate axial dispersion of aerosol. An exterior feature disposed along the hollow tube moves in synchronization with the bearing surface.

1 . An attachment for a valve of an aerosol can, comprising: 
 a hollow tube having a first end and a second end, the first end shaped to seat on the valve of the aerosol can and a second end, opposite the first end;    a nozzle disposed adjacent the second end and disposed in fluid communication with the first end via the hollow tube, the nozzle dispersing any aerosol therefrom in a pattern;    a bearing surface disposed along the hollow tube;    an exterior feature disposed along the hollow tube, the exterior feature moving in synchronization with the bearing surface; and    a frangible joint disposed between the first end and the exterior feature.    
   
   
       2 . The attachment of  claim 1 , wherein the frangible joint is one of a score or a break-line.  
   
   
       3 . The attachment of  claim 1 , wherein the exterior feature comprises a series of teeth, grooves or slots.  
   
   
       4 . The attachment of  claim 2 , wherein the frangible joint is operable to render the nozzle useless for its intended purpose during an attempt to separate the attachment from the aerosol can.  
   
   
       5 . An attachment for a valve of an aerosol can, comprising: 
 a hollow tube having a first end and a second end, the first end shaped to seat on the valve of the aerosol can and a second end, opposite the first end;    a nozzle disposed adjacent the second end and disposed in fluid communication with the first end via the hollow tube, the nozzle dispersing any aerosol therefrom in a pattern;    a bearing surface disposed along the hollow tube; and    an exterior feature disposed along an exterior of the hollow tube, the exterior feature moving in synchronization with the bearing surface and comprising one of teeth, slots or grooves.    
   
   
       6 . An attachment for a valve of an aerosol can configured for seating within a door handle cleanser device, comprising: 
 a hollow tube having a first end and a second end and a surface therebetween, the first end shaped to seat on the valve of the aerosol can and a second end, opposite the first end;    a nozzle disposed adjacent the second end and disposed in fluid communication with the first end via the hollow tube, the nozzle dispersing any aerosol therefrom in an axial direction;    a bearing surface disposed along the surface of the hollow tube clear of the second end and    an exterior feature disposed along an exterior of the hollow tube, the exterior feature moving in synchronization with the bearing surface.    
   
   
       7 . The attachment of  claim 6  further comprising a frangible joint disposed between the first end and the exterior feature.  
   
   
       8 . The attachment of  claim 7 , wherein the frangible joint is one of a score or a break-line.  
   
   
       9 . The attachment of  claim 7 , wherein the frangible joint is operable to render the nozzle useless for its intended purpose during an attempt to separate the attachment from the aerosol can.  
   
   
       10 . The attachment of  claim 6 , wherein the exterior feature comprises a series of teeth, grooves or slots  
   
   
       11 . The attachment of  claim 6 , wherein the surface disposed between the first and second end of the hollow tube further comprises one or more cuts.  
   
   
       12 . The attachment of  claim 11  wherein the cuts are not in fluid communication with the first end of the hollow tube.  
   
   
       13 . The attachment of  claim 6 , wherein the surface disposed between the first and second end of the hollow tube further comprises guides adapted to abut a support surface and thereby prevent deflection of the hollow tube.