Bundle tie tensioning clutch
US7591451B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 13, 2007 |
| Grant date | Sep 22, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 15, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65B13/025
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Provided is a tensioning clutch to be used in a tool for tensioning bundle, or cable, ties. A tensioning clutch according to the present invention includes a pawl mechanism having a removable pawl insert adapted to be reoriented or replaced without requiring significant disassembly of the housing of the tool. A tensioning clutch according to the present invention includes a pawl link, a tension abutment at least partly contemporaneously movable with the pawl link, and a pawl mechanism movably coupled to the pawl link. The pawl mechanism includes a pawl insert having one or more tie engagement surfaces, the insert being detachably coupled to a pawl body. The tie engagement surface of the insert may be biased towards, and movable away from, the tension abutment.
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