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US3884138A
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Twine cutting apparatus for a hay baler
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1974-04-03
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Granted: 1975-05-20
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Expires: 1994-04-03
Abstract
Abstract A twine cutting apparatus for a hay baler comprising a spring loaded blade support pivotally connected to a second support which is secured to the baler frame. The spring loaded blade support is connected to the baler tail gate by a cable. A blade means is secured to the blade support and is automatically pivotally movewd towards a second blade means on the second support for cutting the twine as the tail gate is raised to eject the bale therefrom. The spring loaded blade support is returned to its non-cutting position by the spring connected thereto as the tail gate is closed.
Inventors
- 👤 Jerry M Rice
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-30 10:44
CPC Classifications
A; A01; A01F; A01F15/00; A01F15/08; A01F15/14; A01F15/141
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
76 words
In combination with a baler having a twine tying means and a movable tail gate which is adapted to open to eject the bale therefrom, comprising, a support means secured to the baler, a blade means operatively pivotally secured to said support means for cutting the twine, and means connecting the baler tail gate and said blade means so that said blade means automatically cuts the twine as the tail gate moves to its open position.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
76 words
In combination with a baler having a twine tying means and a movable tail gate which is adapted to open to eject the bale therefrom, comprising, a support means secured to the baler, a blade means operatively pivotally secured to said support means for cutting the twine, and means connecting the baler tail gate and said blade means so that said blade means automatically cuts the twine as the tail gate moves to its open position.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
13 words
The combination of claim 1 wherein said connecting means comprises a cable means.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
42 words
The combination of claim 1 wherein said blade means is movable between cutting and nOn-cutting positions relative to the twine, and a spring means connected to said blade means for moving said blade means from its cutting position to its non-cutting position.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
40 words
The combination of claim 1 wherein a second blade means is secured to said support means, said blade means being pivotally moved towards said second blade means to cooperate therewith when the tail gate is moved to its open position.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
27 words
The combination of claim 4 wherein an arm means is secured to said blade means and extends therefrom, said connecting means being secured to said arm means.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
35 words
The combination of claim 5 wherein a spring means is operatively connected to said arm means for moving said blade means to a non-cutting position when the tail gate is moved to its closed position.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1978-05-19 | 1978-11-18 | 1979-05-20 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1982-05-19 | 1982-11-18 | 1983-05-20 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1986-05-19 | 1986-11-18 | 1987-05-20 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |