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Sash balance brake and pivot pin assembly

US5371971A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 4, 1993
Grant dateDec 13, 1994
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Expiry dateMay 4, 2013

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE05Y2900/148
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A sash balance brake and pivot pin assembly for a sash window which maintains the window substantially square prior to installation is disclosed. The pivot pin extends outwardly from the window sash. The sash balance brake is disposed within a track in the window frame and includes a cam rotatably disposed within an expandable housing. The pivot pin has a collar for lateral engagement with the cam to prevent the window frame from bowing away from the window sash, thereby maintaining the window frame substantially square.

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