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Method for fitting a snap fit arrangement and a corresponding fitting arrangement

US11920629B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Assignee

Hella GmbH & Co. KGaA · DE

Inventors

Christian Koerdt · Geseke, DE
Heinrich Schäfer · Rosdorf, DE

Key dates

Filing date	Sep 25, 2017
Grant date	Mar 5, 2024
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Sep 25, 2037

Classification

Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
CPC primaryF16B5/0664
WIPO fieldMechanical elements
WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method is provided for fitting a snap fit arrangement, as well as a fitting arrangement for fitting the snap fit arrangement for joining a first part with a second part. The snap fit arrangement comprises an engagement hook which is arranged at the first part. The snap fit arrangement comprises a latch element which is arranged at the second part. When the snap fit arrangement closes, the engagement hook deforms elastically and engages into the latch element. In the method, an auxiliary tool is provided. The elastic deformation is caused in the engagement hook by means of the auxiliary tool. The first part is joined to the second part and retracting the auxiliary tool. Retracting causes a spring-back of the elastic deformation in the engagement hook.

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