US4252047A
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Angularly adjustable floor tom stand
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1979-05-18
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Granted: 1981-02-24
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Expires: 1999-05-18
Abstract
Abstract A stand for mounting floor tom-toms consists of an arcuate member having inwardly directed flanges which have apertures therein for mounting to the lugs of the drum between the castings and the rim. Vibration-absorbing grommets are provided in the flanges in order to provide a resilient support and isolate the stand from the vibration of the drum. Brackets are provided at diametrically opposite parts of the arcuate member for clamping leg members. The stand may be adjusted for both angular and vertical position relative to the leg members.
Inventors
- 👤 Gary L. Gauger
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-31 09:24
CPC Classifications
G; G10; G10G; G10G5/00; G10G5/005; G10D; G10D13/00; G10D13/01; G10D13/02; G10D13/10; G10D13/28
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
117 words
An angularly adjustable floor tom stand for drums of the type having a cylindrical shell and a plurality of lugs comprising: mounting means for attachment of said stand to said drum, said mounting means comprising an arcuate member having two ends and having a diameter slightly larger than the drum to be mounted thereto, said arcuate member further comprising means for engaging substantially diametrically opposed lugs of a drum and at least one lug intermediate said opposed lugs, said mounting means being free of contact with said shell; a pair of floor engaging members; and means for slideably and pivotably securing said floor engaging members to said mounting means on substantially diametrically opposed sides of said drum.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
117 words
An angularly adjustable floor tom stand for drums of the type having a cylindrical shell and a plurality of lugs comprising: mounting means for attachment of said stand to said drum, said mounting means comprising an arcuate member having two ends and having a diameter slightly larger than the drum to be mounted thereto, said arcuate member further comprising means for engaging substantially diametrically opposed lugs of a drum and at least one lug intermediate said opposed lugs, said mounting means being free of contact with said shell; a pair of floor engaging members; and means for slideably and pivotably securing said floor engaging members to said mounting means on substantially diametrically opposed sides of said drum.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
54 words
An angularly adjustable floor tom stand for drums of claim 1 wherein said securing means comprises: a clamping member clampingly engaging each of said floor engaging members; and means for tightening each of said clamping members, said tightening means also acting to prevent the rotation of said clamping member relative to said mounting means.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
90 words
An angularly adjustable floor tom stand for drums of claim 2 wherein said clamping means comprises: a clamping member having an arcuate portion encircling said floor engaging member and two flange portions depending from said arcuate portion, each of said flange portions having an aperture therein; and wherein said tightening means comprises a stud extending outwardly from said mounting means, said stud passing through said apertures; and means located on said stud opposite said mounting means for forcing said flange portions together and against said mounting means in frictional engagement.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
46 words
An angularly adjustable floor tom stand for drums of claim 1 wherein each of said floor engaging members comprises: a substantially vertical post in engagement with said securing means; and a pair of legs depending from said post and engaging the floor to provide four-point support.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
20 words
An angularly adjustable floor tom stand for drums of claim 4 wherein said legs are pivotably attached to said post.
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) | 1984-02-24 | 1984-08-25 | 1985-02-24 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1988-02-24 | 1988-08-25 | 1989-02-24 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1992-02-24 | 1992-08-25 | 1993-02-24 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |