US3902679A
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Wire dispenser
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1974-01-07
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Granted: 1975-09-02
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Expires: 1994-01-07
Abstract
Abstract A wire dispenser includes a plurality of fixed spindles, each spindle including a central hub and means for nesting the hubs of at least two of the spindles. Wire on each spindle is fed across the outer periphery thereof and in a direction substantially axial with the hubs.
Inventors
- 👤 Charles H Bost
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 02:54
CPC Classifications
B; B65; B65H; B65H49/00; B65H49/02; B65H49/04; B65H49/14; B65H49/16; B65H75/00; B65H75/02; B65H75/18; B65H75/22; B65H75/2218; B65H75/2227; B65H75/2254; B65H75/2272; B65H2701/00; B65H2701/50; B65H2701/51; B65H2701/512; B65H2701/5122; B65H2701/53; B65H2701/534
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 9
Claim 1
Independent Claim
60 words
Wire dispensing apparatus comprising: a plurality of fixed spindles, each spindle including a central hub; means for nesting the hub of at least one of said spindles within the hub of another of said spindles; and means for guiding wire on each said spindle across the outer periphery of an adjacent spindle in a direction substantially axial with said hubs.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
60 words
Wire dispensing apparatus comprising: a plurality of fixed spindles, each spindle including a central hub; means for nesting the hub of at least one of said spindles within the hub of another of said spindles; and means for guiding wire on each said spindle across the outer periphery of an adjacent spindle in a direction substantially axial with said hubs.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
23 words
Apparatus as recited in claim 1 wherein said read guiding means further comprises means for simultaneous read guiding wire from each said spindle.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
32 words
Apparatus as recited in claim 2 wherein eaCh said spindle is defined by a circular disc having an upward curve at the periphery thereof, with said hub extending from the center thereof.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
40 words
Apparatus as recited in claim 3 wherein said nesting means comprises: at least one male extension about each hub; and a female aperture about each hub and adapted to mate with the corresponding male extension of a next adjacent hub.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
38 words
Apparatus as recited in claim 4 further comprising: a handle member having one of said male extensions and said female aperture; and wherein said handle member is adapted to mate with said hub of one of said spindles.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
18 words
Apparatus as recited in claim 1 further comprising wire gripping means on the periphery of each said spindle.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
15 words
Apparatus as recited in claim 1 further comprising a support member with said spindles thereon.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
35 words
Apparatus as recited in claim 7 further comprising: a frame fixed to said supporting member and about said spindles; and a wire feed ring supported by said frame, said ring disposed axial with said hubs.
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) | 1978-09-01 | 1979-03-03 | 1979-09-02 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1982-09-01 | 1983-03-03 | 1983-09-02 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1986-09-01 | 1987-03-03 | 1987-09-02 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |