Detachable Handle For A Container Having A Bail

摘要

A detachable handle for holding or carrying a paint can or other similar container having a bail provides multiple handgrip positions to allow full access to the opening of the container, while allowing for distortion of the bail. The design may accept containers of varying sizes and shapes and requires a minimum number of steps and effort to secure the device to the container. A detachable handle according to the invention may remain secured to the container when not actively in use by the user.

主权项

1. A detachable handle for a generally cylindrical can having a bail, comprising:
a body comprising a block having a generally quadrilateral cross section, an inner edge, a bottom edge orthogonal to the inner edge, and an outer edge generally orthogonal to the bottom edge and parallel to the inner edge; a generally semicircular can stabilizer attached to the body proximate the juncture of the inner edge and the bottom edge; a vertical extension on the body having a lower end attached to the body and an opposing upper end and an inner surface generally flush and in line with the inner edge of the body; and, a carrying handle attached to the upper end of the vertical extension.