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Flush captive screw with retractable knurled knob

US8011867B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMar 25, 2008
Grant dateSep 6, 2011
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Expiry dateJun 23, 2029

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16B5/0208
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A mounting device for a screw including a head and a tip, the mounting device comprising a body and a plunger. The body is attachable to the head of the screw, and the plunger is adapted to extend from within the body upon receiving a downward force. Additionally, the plunger includes a plurality of knurls adapted to transfer torque to the tip of the screw.

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