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Input key and manufacturing method thereof

US8674248B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 28, 2010
Grant dateMar 18, 2014
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Expiry dateJul 9, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01H2229/046
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A key includes a base and a top cover. The base is made of a non-plated first plastic material. The base defines a through hole in a center portion, and a plurality of receiving portions surrounding and communicating with the through hole. The top cover is made of plated second plastic material. The top cover forms a plurality of connecting portions received in the receiving portions of the base The top cover is covered with a metal plating layer. A method of manufacturing a key is also provided.

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