초록 ▼

The present invention is directed to a device for removing liquid from solid canned goods such as tuna. More specifically, the present invention is a hand held strainer device which operates in scissor-like fashion and includes opposing, hinged members with one having a can support and the other hav

The present invention is directed to a device for removing liquid from solid canned goods such as tuna. More specifically, the present invention is a hand held strainer device which operates in scissor-like fashion and includes opposing, hinged members with one having a can support and the other having a free floating strainer. The device further includes a quick-release, thumb activated ratchet-locking and engaging mechanism.

대표청구항 ▼

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] A portable, hand-held strainer device for separating liquid from solid of canned food, which comprises:(a) an upper member and a lower member, each of said upper member and lower member having a handle end and having an operating end, said upper member and lower member be

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] A portable, hand-held strainer device for separating liquid from solid of canned food, which comprises:(a) an upper member and a lower member, each of said upper member and lower member having a handle end and having an operating end, said upper member and lower member being defined relative to each other based on positioning of the operating end of each when in use, said upper member and lower member being pivotally connected to one another in scissor-like fashion;(b) said lower member having a can support connected to its operating end including a support base having a substantially flat surface which faces the operating end of said upper member;(c) a floating strainer member connected to said operating end of said upper member, said strainer member being generally circular and adapted to fit inside at least one size of an open can of food and;(d) a ratchet-locking member located on one of said upper member and said lower member, and a ratchet engaging member located on the other of said upper member and said lower member, said ratchet-locking member having a plurality of ratchets for engaging said ratchet engaging member at different separation levels between said upper member and said lower member handle ends, said ratchet-locking member including a spring for biasing in a locking position and having a trigger for releasing from said locking position to an unlocking position.