US4155447A
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Integrated circuit board carrier
Assignee: Multi Tool and Manufacturing Inc
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Filing: 1978-02-27
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Granted: 1979-05-22
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Expires: 1998-02-27
Abstract
Abstract The carrier includes a top member, a base member and at least two adjustable vertical side members. The vertical side members are adjustable horizontally to vary the width between the side members to accommodate printed circuit boards of varying width. The vertical side members include a plurality of adjustable brackets having a printed circuit board carrying surfaces positioned in a horizontal plane. The brackets are adjustable vertically for accommodating printed circuit boards of varying dimensions.
Inventors
- 👤 William J. Edwards
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-27 13:31
CPC Classifications
H; H05; H05K; H05K7/00; H05K7/14; H05K7/1422; H05K7/1424
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
152 words
A generally open carrier for printed circuit boards comprising: a top member and a base member, at least two generally flat planer vertical side members, said top member and base member include at least two generally parallel spaced apart rows of elongated slots having their longitudinal length extending transversely across the carrier from side to side, said vertical side member including an upper and lower connecting means generally inwardly projecting perpendicular to said vertical side member, releasable connector means connected to said elongated slots in slidable relation therewith and connected to said connecting means for releasably connecting said vertical side member to said top member and said base member in a slidable relation to vary the traverse distance between said vertical side members, and a plurality of vertically adjustable horizontal brackets connected to each vertical side member for supporting the printed circuit boards in a horizontal plane between said vertical side members.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
152 words
A generally open carrier for printed circuit boards comprising: a top member and a base member, at least two generally flat planer vertical side members, said top member and base member include at least two generally parallel spaced apart rows of elongated slots having their longitudinal length extending transversely across the carrier from side to side, said vertical side member including an upper and lower connecting means generally inwardly projecting perpendicular to said vertical side member, releasable connector means connected to said elongated slots in slidable relation therewith and connected to said connecting means for releasably connecting said vertical side member to said top member and said base member in a slidable relation to vary the traverse distance between said vertical side members, and a plurality of vertically adjustable horizontal brackets connected to each vertical side member for supporting the printed circuit boards in a horizontal plane between said vertical side members.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
39 words
A printed circuit carrier as set forth in claim 1, wherein: said vertical side members include a rear flange for stopping printed circuit boards placed into said carrier from emerging from a generally open rear portion of said carrier.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
49 words
A printed circuit carrier as set forth in claim 2, wherein: said connector means pass through openings provided in said upper and lower connecting means of said vertical side members and said elongated slots to allow longitudinal adjustment transversely across said carrier without removal of said vertical side members.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
39 words
A printed circuit carrier as set forth in claim 3 wherein: said top member and said base member includes inwardly depressed slot portions surrounding each elongated slot to position said connector means out of contact with the supporting surface.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
21 words
A printed circuit carrier as set forth in claim 1, wherein; said brackets include slots for receiving the printed circuit boards.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
136 words
A printed circuit board carrier, comprising: a top member and a base member in a fixed parallel relation to each other, said top member and base member having at least two rows of parallel elongated slots extending transversely in a side to side direction; at least two generally flat planer vertical side members, said side members having inwardly projecting connecting members perpendicular to said vertical side members and inwardly projecting rear members for stopping printed circuit boards from egressing the rear of said carrier; releasable connector means for connecting said top member and said base member in slidable relation to said side walls through apertures in said inwardly projecting connecting members and said elongated slots, and a plurality of slotted vertically adjustable horizontal adjustable horizontal brackets connected to said side walls for receiving printed circuit boards.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
136 words
A printed circuit board carrier, comprising: a top member and a base member in a fixed parallel relation to each other, said top member and base member having at least two rows of parallel elongated slots extending transversely in a side to side direction; at least two generally flat planer vertical side members, said side members having inwardly projecting connecting members perpendicular to said vertical side members and inwardly projecting rear members for stopping printed circuit boards from egressing the rear of said carrier; releasable connector means for connecting said top member and said base member in slidable relation to said side walls through apertures in said inwardly projecting connecting members and said elongated slots, and a plurality of slotted vertically adjustable horizontal adjustable horizontal brackets connected to said side walls for receiving printed circuit boards.
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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) | 1982-05-21 | 1982-11-20 | 1983-05-22 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1986-05-21 | 1986-11-20 | 1987-05-22 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1990-05-21 | 1990-11-20 | 1991-05-22 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |