Fastener with attached pivotable handle
US7186067B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 17, 2004 |
| Grant date | Mar 6, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 5, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T74/20732
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The fastener includes a shaft having a first end and a second end, the first end of the shaft includes a threaded portion. A head is connected to the second end of the shaft and a flange extends radially outward from the head. A handle is connected to the head and the handle is positioned against the flange the first position and generally upstands from the head in the second position. The handle moves between the first position and a second position. The fastener may be used to fasten halves of a separable housing.
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