Hose clamp
US5661876A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 18, 1996 |
| Grant date | Sep 2, 1997 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 18, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T24/1416
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An improved hose clamping device which uses a housing with a flexible band extending therefrom, and a cylindrical roller with outwardly protruding spiked elements, the roller rotatably mounted within the housing. A turning mechanism turns the roller and the flexible band engages the spikes on the roller to be drawn forward into and through the housing. The band is ideally constructed in whole or in part of a strong fibrous mesh, such as Kevlar, which facilitates ready engagement with the spiked roller. The embodied turning mechanisms are constructed to allow retraction of the band and counter-rotation of the spiked roller without interference of the turning mechanism handle with surround objects.
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