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Molded plastic rod with improved break strength

US7229585B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 22, 2003
Grant dateJun 12, 2007
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Expiry dateJun 11, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/249921
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An injection molded plastic rod suitable for use in a battery hydrometer. Stress-relieving formations are provided symmetrically arranged on opposite sides of an injection gate of the rod. The formations distribute injection stresses and shield the gate vestige.

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