Optical record handling apparatus
US4662667A · kind A · utility
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 16, 1986 |
| Grant date | May 5, 1987 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 16, 2006 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB25B9/00
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Optical record disc handling apparatus for avoiding contamination of optical disc surfaces. A U-shaped handle supports on a first extending leg a centering post approximately midway between an inside edge of the supporting leg and the optical disc center. A remaining extending leg supports a pivotal gripping member which may be operated by the index finger. The pivotal gripping member is pivotal between a disc grasping position and disc releasing position. The centering post is advantageously spring loaded in the axial direction to permit a slight downward force to be applied to a centering hub in the disc storage package. The device is capable of being manufactured by standard injection molding techniques which are simple and economical.
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