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Quick locking and unlocking connector

US4086014A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMay 24, 1976
Grant dateApr 25, 1978
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Expiry dateMay 24, 1996

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T403/32951
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A tubular body in which is inserted an operating and locking member formed by a resilient metal wire having a pull ring and two legs extending therefrom. The legs end each with a lock catch extending towards the outside which is radially movable alternatively to hook over the end of the body or be retracted inwardly for removal.

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