Adjustable automatic tray loading and indexing mechanism
US4485611A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 18, 1981 |
| Grant date | Dec 4, 1984 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 18, 2001 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG03B21/54
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A loading and indexing mechanism for loading articles into successive compartments in a circular tray is shown. It is particularly adapted for use with slide transparencies and their circular trays. The mechanism uses a pawl and gear arrangement to catch and hold successive compartments of a tray in registration with the insertion station. Cams are used to cause turning of the axle on which the tray is mounted and engagement and disengagement of the pawl and gear in coordination with each insertion operation.
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