Two shot tube retention clip with resilient living hinge
US8967556B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 13, 2012 |
| Grant date | Mar 3, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 13, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH02G3/32
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A retention clip includes first and second body portions created of a first polymeric material. The body portions when angularly rotated apart define an open position, and when rotated into direct contact defining an engaged position. An isolation portion is created of a resilient second polymeric material. The isolation portion includes isolation members connected to the body portions. The isolation members are positioned facing each other when the retention clip is in the engaged position. The isolation members frictionally contact and retain a tubular shaped member in the engaged position. A living hinge integrally connects the body portions allowing the body portions to rotate with respect to each other. The living hinge provides the only connection between the body portions as the body portions transition between the open position and the engaged position. A frangible connector initially integrally connects the first and second body portions only in the open position.
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