Balloon inflator

摘要

A balloon inflator includes a tank containing a volume of pressurized gas and a regulator assembly removably secured to the tank for reducing the pressure of gas exiting the tank, the regulator assembly including a pressure regulator. A nozzle assembly is also provided and includes a valve for controlling dispensing of the pressurized gas. A flexible hose extends between the regulator assembly and the nozzle assembly, the hose being in fluid communication with the pressure regulator and the valve. The balloon inflator is small and lightweight, and therefore portable and concealable. The flexible nature of the hose allows for easy manipulation of the nozzle assembly, making use of the balloon inflator easier for performers.

主权项

1. A body-worn balloon inflator comprising:
(a) a tank containing a volume of pressurized gas and including a valve assembly having a first valve and a first pressure regulator for reducing the pressure of gas leaving said tank; and a (b) a tank receiver separate and distinct from said tank and valve assembly, said tank receiver including:
(1) a regulator assembly including a second pressure regulator, a regulator assembly housing, and a belt clip extending from said housing,(2) a nozzle assembly including a second valve for controlling dispensing of the pressurized gas, a nozzle for dispensing pressurized gas, and a nozzle assembly housing positioned around said second valve and said nozzle; and(3) a flexible hose in fluid communication with said second pressure regulator and said second valve, wherein said tank receiver removably receives said tank by mating of said regulator assembly and said valve assembly of said tank, such that, when said tank is empty, a new tank and valve assembly can replace the empty tank.