Latch device
US8118332B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 13, 2009 |
| Grant date | Feb 21, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 7, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T292/685
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A latch device including a latch strike retention assembly adapted for press-fit insertion into a panel opening and retention within the panel opening upon melting of any plastic components. The latch strike retention assembly includes a generally “U” shaped spring member having spring legs operatively connected to bushings arranged in converging opposing relation to one another and adapted to engage and retain a strike member disposed in opposing relation to the strike retention assembly. The spring member is held within a bracket member of substantially “U” shaped cross section. The bracket member is disposed in transverse orientation to the spring member.
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