Clamping device with reinforced clamping lugs
US8042234B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 12, 2006 |
| Grant date | Oct 25, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 9, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T24/1443
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Disclosed is a clamping device including a collar having at least one pair of projecting lugs and tightening means co-operating with said lugs. Each lug of a pair is equipped with reinforcement means suitable for opposing deformation of said lugs under the action of the tightening means. Each lug has a connection portion via which it is connected to a belt portion of the collar, which connection portion is upstanding relative to said belt portion, and a tightening wall, with which the tightening means come into engagement and which is folded back towards the belt portion. A space is formed between the connection portion and the tightening wall.
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