Two door animal trap
US5778594A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 4, 1996 |
| Grant date | Jul 14, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 4, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01M23/20
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A cage-type animal trap has side walls which fold inwardly concertina-wise and end frames with sliding doors which fold up against the roof of the trap so that the trap can be collapsed into a compact package for storage and transportation. When the trap is opened out for use the end frames form braces rigidly supporting the side walls. A trigger mechanism on the roof of the trap holds both doors open so that an animal can enter the trap from either end. A pivotal trip pan in the base of the trap is connected by cables to the trigger mechanism. When an animal steps on the trip pan from either end, the trigger mechanism releases both doors which slide closed under gravity. The trap can optionally be operated with one of the doors remaining closed and can be provided in a non-collapsible version.
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