System for mounting a bracket to a coupler head
US9694832B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 22, 2015 |
| Grant date | Jul 4, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 11, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16L3/003
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A coupler head and mounting bracket combination for supporting a brake hose fitting uses a lug formed integrally with the coupler head and a support bracket mating with the lug. In embodiments, the bracket may be installed in a plurality of vertical positions on the coupler head. The bracket is maintained in a position inboard of the lateral side of the coupler head, to reduce or eliminate the likelihood that the bracket will interfere with the other equipment or the car body. Embodiments of the invention are particularly adapted for “E” type and “F” type coupler heads.
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