Locking mechanism for securing the bezel of an electronics enclosure to a rack structure
US7232193B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 25, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jun 19, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 2, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE05B63/143
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Described is a bezel for an electronics enclosure. The bezel frame includes a frame, first and second plunger mechanisms, a shuttle, and a locking mechanism. The locking mechanism has a cam disposed in a path of lateral movement of the first plunger mechanism. The cam is located between that plunger mechanism and a tab of the shuttle. The orientation of the cam determines the extent of lateral movement of the plunger mechanisms. In one orientation, the cam restricts the lateral movement of the first plunger mechanism and urges the shuttle into a position that restricts the lateral movement of the second plunger mechanism. Consequently, neither plunger mechanism is able to move far enough laterally to disengage from a mounting structure.
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