US4143477A
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Variable index tab for a file folder
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1977-06-09
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Granted: 1979-03-13
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Expires: 1997-06-09
Abstract
Abstract An index tab for a file folder includes an integral base member adapted to be affixed to the file folder. The base member includes a relatively flat base portion engageable with a surface of the file folder, the base portion having a pair of opposed strip engageable notches at opposite edges of the member. The base portion further includes at least one ear means bent about the base portion and engageable with an opposite surface of the file folder. A rotatable strip of flexible material circumscribes the base portion and engages within the opposed strip engageable notches. The strip carries a series of indentifying indicia. The ear means, in one version, can be bent about a fixed axis and a point on the strip is rotatable within a plane which is perpendicular to the fixed axis. In another version, a point on the strip is rotatable within a plane which is parallel to the fixed axis. The rotatable strip can include alphanumeric indicia such as numerals, months, years, dates, and color. Alternatively, several rotatable means can be used to indicate multiple indicia, such as days, years, etc.
Inventors
- 👤 Henri M. Reynolds
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 14:45
CPC Classifications
B; B42; B42F; B42F21/00; B42F21/06
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 19
Claim 1
Independent Claim
65 words
A variable index tab for a file folder comprising a relatively flat base member including a bendable portion adapted to be affixed about an edge of said file folder, said base member being formed with a notch at two opposite sides thereof; and a rotatable strip of flexible material circumscribing said member and engaged within said notches, said strip carrying a series of identifying indicia.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
65 words
A variable index tab for a file folder comprising a relatively flat base member including a bendable portion adapted to be affixed about an edge of said file folder, said base member being formed with a notch at two opposite sides thereof; and a rotatable strip of flexible material circumscribing said member and engaged within said notches, said strip carrying a series of identifying indicia.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
20 words
The tab as recited in claim 1 further comprising an adhesive backing formed on a portion of said base member.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
38 words
The tab as recited in claim 1 wherein said bendable portion is bendable about a line, and a point on said strip is adapted to rotate about a path, said path forming a plane parallel to said line.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
38 words
The tab as recited in claim 1 wherein said bendable portion is bendable about a line, and a point on said strip is adapted to rotate about a path, said path forming a plane perpendicular to said line.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
26 words
The tab as recited in claim 1 wherein said member is metallic, and said member portion is formed with teeth for mechanically engaging with said folder.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
73 words
The variable index tab as recited in claim 1 wherein said base member is provided with a like plurality of spaced notches at said two opposite sides of said member, and wherein said index tab, in addition to said member, comprises a like plurality of rotatable strips of flexible material circumscribing said member and respectively engaged within an opposing pair of said notches, each of said strips carrying a series of identifying indicia.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
13 words
The tab as recited in claim 6 wherein said like plurality is 2.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
100 words
A variable index tab for a file folder having opposed surfaces, comprising an integral base member including a relatively flat base portion adapted to be engaged with one of said surfaces of said file folder, said portion having a pair of opposed strip engageable notches at opposite edges of said member, and at least one car means bendable about said base portion and adapted to be engaged with the other of said surfaces; and a rotatable strip of flexible material circumscribing said base portion and engaged within said opposed strip engageable notches, said strip carrying a series of identifying indicia.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
100 words
A variable index tab for a file folder having opposed surfaces, comprising an integral base member including a relatively flat base portion adapted to be engaged with one of said surfaces of said file folder, said portion having a pair of opposed strip engageable notches at opposite edges of said member, and at least one car means bendable about said base portion and adapted to be engaged with the other of said surfaces; and a rotatable strip of flexible material circumscribing said base portion and engaged within said opposed strip engageable notches, said strip carrying a series of identifying indicia.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
34 words
The tab as recited in claim 8, wherein said ear means are bent about a fixed axis and wherein a point on said strip is rotated within a plane perpendicular to said fixed axis.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
34 words
The tab as recited in claim 8, wherein said ear means are bent about a fixed axis and wherein a point on said strip is rotatable within a plane parallel to said fixed axis.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
53 words
In combination, a file folder having a reference edge and side edge intersecting with said reference edge, said file folder containing a slit parallel to one of said edges; and a rotatable strip of flexible material circumscribing a portion of said file folder and being bound by said one edge and said slit.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
53 words
In combination, a file folder having a reference edge and side edge intersecting with said reference edge, said file folder containing a slit parallel to one of said edges; and a rotatable strip of flexible material circumscribing a portion of said file folder and being bound by said one edge and said slit.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
15 words
The combination as recited in claim 11 wherein said one edge is said reference edge.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
15 words
The combination as recited in claim 11 wherein said one edge is said side edge.
Claim 17
Dependent Claim
15 words
The combination as recited in claim 12 wherein said slit extends to said side edge.
Claim 18
Dependent Claim
28 words
The combination as recited in claim 14 wherein a portion of said slit not bounded by said strip is closed by tape means extending to said side edge.
Claim 19
Dependent Claim
17 words
The combination as recited in claim 12 wherein said slit does not extend to said side edge.
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) | 1982-03-12 | 1982-09-11 | 1983-03-13 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1986-03-12 | 1986-09-11 | 1987-03-13 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1990-03-12 | 1990-09-11 | 1991-03-13 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |