Head-rail end adapter for window blinds
US6148893A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 23, 1999 |
| Grant date | Nov 21, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 23, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE06B9/32
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A kit is provided for modifying a control mechanism of a cord-operated window blind. The conventional control mechanism comprises a control housing including a removable end plate disposed at an end of a head rail of the blind, and a pulley disposed within the control housing and operatively coupled to a pivot rod of the blind. The kit includes: an adapter unit capable of being operatively mounted on the control housing in place of the removable end plate; and a shaft coupler adapted to be operatively mounted within the adapter unit and capable of operatively coupling an output shaft of the drive unit to the pivot rod. The adapter unit comprises a shaft opening disposed substantially co-axially with the pivot rod, and support means disposed on an exterior surface of the adapter, proximal the opening, for operatively supporting a drive unit of a conventional blind remote control.
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