Device for forming a pattern in a sheet material
US9186807B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 6, 2012 |
| Grant date | Nov 17, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 23, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T83/8831
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A device for forming a pattern in a sheet of material is provided. The device includes a base having a detent portion and a locating portion that provides a first position, a platform moveably coupled to the base, and a punch supported by the platform and configured to move between a reset position and a depressed position. The platform includes a detent element configured to engage the detent portion when the platform is proximate the first position and a locating element configured to provide fine location of the platform in the first position relative to the base by engaging the locating portion. The punch forms a pattern in a sheet of material when the punch moves from the reset position to the depressed position and a sheet of material is present proximate the depressed position.
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