Fitting with positive installation indicator assembly
US12345357B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 17, 2023 |
| Grant date | Jul 1, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 17, 2043 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16L2201/10
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A fitting includes a fitting body defining a hole; and an indicator assembly comprising a fastener extending through the hole, a first indicator mounted on the fastener, and a second indicator mounted on the fastener, the fastener defining a fastener axis; wherein the second indicator is axially in between the first indicator and the fitting body upon the fastener being oriented in a first position, and wherein the second indicator is radially inwardly or radially outwardly of the first indicator upon the fastener being oriented in a second position.
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