Vehicle wheel balance weights
US7093907B2 · kind B2 · utility
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12Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 15, 2005 |
| Grant date | Aug 22, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 15, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16F15/324
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicle wheel weight includes a mass portion cold-formed of nonlead material adapted to be juxtaposed against a wheel rim. The mass portion defines a clip securement cavity formed therein which is seamless at its respective ends. A clip made of spring steel is also provided. The clip has an attachment portion inserted into and retained in the clip securement cavity such that an end of the attachment portion is located entirely within the mass portion and the clip is fixed to the mass portion. The clip further has an extended portion for engaging the wheel rim.
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