Magnetic tape cartridge having leader block retainer mechanism
US5465187A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 17, 1994 |
| Grant date | Nov 7, 1995 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 17, 2014 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG11B23/107
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
The improved magnetic tape cartridge includes a leader block retainer mechanism that provides a positive locking function to automatically secure the leader block in place in the opening of the magnetic tape cartridge housing. The leader block retainer mechanism comprises detent members springably attached to both the top and bottom sides of the housing, juxtaposed to the opening, to engage corresponding features on the leader block to resist withdrawal of the leader block from the housing.
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