Quick connect retainer with recessed latch finger
US6402204B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 3, 1999 |
| Grant date | Jun 11, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 3, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S285/921
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A quick connect retainer having a pair of angularly disposed latch fingers extending radially inward from arcuate collars connecting a pair of legs extending axially from an annular base has a recess formed on a radially inner surface. The recess provides a substantially constant cross-sectional thickness to each latch finger between opposed ends of each latch finger. The recess forms a back-draft outer edge for mating with complimentary projections on a mold part to retain the latch fingers in position during separation of the mold halves during molding of the retainer.
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