Elastic clamp fitting
US5208949A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 11, 1991 |
| Grant date | May 11, 1993 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 11, 2011 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T24/1484
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A clamp fitting is disclosed, constituted by a metal band wound on itself, whose ends are respectively provided with complementary hooking means, comprising a hook capable of passing behind a shoulder or ear during the clamping operation. The clamp fitting presents at least one group of two undulations, each in the form of an open loop, projecting radially with respect to the outer periphery of the clamp fitting, the zone of join of at least one undulation to the clamp fitting being constituted by a portion of band of circular section, whose radius is at least equal to twice the thickness of the band and which extends over an arc of at least 90.degree. and preferably close to 150.degree..
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