Fastener system including a clamp-force indicating insert
US5890857A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 16, 1998 |
| Grant date | Apr 6, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 16, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16B31/028
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
There is provided a fastening device which includes a nut having a body. The body has a top face and a bottom face. The body further has an orifice extending therethrough. The system also includes a clamp-force indicating insert for use with the nut. The insert includes a portion extrudable across the top face of the nut. The nut further includes at least one insert-engaging portion.
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