Entrance gate apparatus for crab traps
US5168653A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 27, 1991 |
| Grant date | Dec 8, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 27, 2011 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01K69/06
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
In an entrance gate apparatus for a crab, shellfish, or other animal trap; said apparatus is adapted to be attached to a wall of said trap, and means are provided for selectively adjusting the size of the opening of said entrance gate to prevent animals of a larger than desired size from entering said trap. An adjustable divider mechanism provides means for selectively reducing the size of the opening of the entrance gate. A flexible finger assembly is provided to allow entrance to, while preventing exit from, the trap. The apparatus is preferably constructed of light weight and durable tubular and other molded plastic components.
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