US4147276A
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Retainer device means for hinging or removably attaching a cover to a chassis
Assignee: CANOGA CONTROLS CORP
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Filing: 1977-09-29
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Granted: 1979-04-03
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Expires: 1997-09-29
Abstract
Abstract Means for hinging or removably attaching a cover to a chassis comprising a retainer device including a pair of arms spring-urged away from one another. The retainer device is fixed to the chassis with the ends of the arms extending outward into openings in the cover. The arms can be manually pinched to disengage them from the cover openings to thereby permit the cover to be removed from the chassis. Utilization of a pair of retainer devices on the chassis enables one of the devices to be disengaged while the other remains engaged to thus hinge the cover relative to the chassis.
Inventors
- 👤 William D. Jordan, Jr.
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 09:48
CPC Classifications
B; B65; B65D; B65D43/00; B65D43/02
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 10
Claim 1
Independent Claim
79 words
Fastening means for removably attaching a housing cover to a chassis carrying electronic components, comprising: a retainer device secured to said chassis and including a pair of substantially parallel arms spring-urged away from one another; said housing cover having openings therein disposed opposite one another in substantial alignment; said chassis and housing cover being oriented relative to one another such that portions of said arms project into said housing cover openings to thus fasten said cover to said chassis.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
79 words
Fastening means for removably attaching a housing cover to a chassis carrying electronic components, comprising: a retainer device secured to said chassis and including a pair of substantially parallel arms spring-urged away from one another; said housing cover having openings therein disposed opposite one another in substantial alignment; said chassis and housing cover being oriented relative to one another such that portions of said arms project into said housing cover openings to thus fasten said cover to said chassis.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
18 words
The fastening means as in claim 1 wherein said retainer device is comprised of a single continuous wire.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
28 words
The fastening means as in claim 2 further including means on said arms for engaging said cover to limit the distance said arms project into said cover openings.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
25 words
The fastening means as in claim 1 wherein said arm portions projecting into said housing cover openings wrap back upon themselves to form smooth surfaces.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
30 words
The fastening means as in claim 1 wherein each of said arms is elongated and shaped to include a portion extending substantially perpendicular to said elongation to form finger loops.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
17 words
The fastening means as in claim 1 wherein said retainer device is formed of a plastic material.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
86 words
Fastening means for removably attaching a housing cover to a chassis carrying electronic components comprising: a pair of retainer devices secured in spaced relationship to said chassis, each retainer device including a pair of substantially parallel arms spring-urged away from one another; said housing cover having openings therein disposed opposite one another in substantial alignment; said chasis and housing cover being oriented relative to one another such that portions of said arms project into said housing cover openings to thus fasten said cover to said chasis.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
86 words
Fastening means for removably attaching a housing cover to a chassis carrying electronic components comprising: a pair of retainer devices secured in spaced relationship to said chassis, each retainer device including a pair of substantially parallel arms spring-urged away from one another; said housing cover having openings therein disposed opposite one another in substantial alignment; said chasis and housing cover being oriented relative to one another such that portions of said arms project into said housing cover openings to thus fasten said cover to said chasis.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
39 words
The fastening means of claim 7 wherein said arm portions are dimensioned so as to be rotatable in said openings to thus enable one of said retainer devices to be disengaged and the cover pivoted relative to said chassis.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1982-04-02 | 1982-10-02 | 1983-04-03 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1986-04-02 | 1986-10-02 | 1987-04-03 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1990-04-02 | 1990-10-02 | 1991-04-03 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |