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Dual-function padlock

US8225630B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJun 7, 2011
Grant dateJul 24, 2012
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Expiry dateJun 7, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T70/7147
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A dual-function padlock includes a lock body, a numeral detent unit, a U-shaped hook, a hook member, a numeral unlocking member, and a lock core unit, providing a simple configuration. By an operation portion of a numeral unlocking member, the padlock can be unlocked by using numerals and can be conveniently locked without the need to match correct numerals.

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