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Stopper for braided line
Assignee: MARINE CONCEPTS OF AMERICA
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Filing: 1984-03-08
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Granted: 1985-05-21
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Expires: 2004-03-08
Abstract
Abstract A stopper for a braided line having a core and a braided cover is disclosed, the stopper having a post-like part with an enlarged central section which stopper is adapted to be placed within a braided line extending substantially diametral thereof, the enlarged portion enlarging the diameter of the line so that seizing may be placed on either side thereof, which seizing will not slip.
Inventors
- 👤 Ronald E. Wall
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-31 10:09
CPC Classifications
A; A01; A01K; A01K75/00; F; F16; F16G; F16G11/00; F16G11/04; F16G11/044; F16G11/046; F16G11/05; F16G11/14
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
62 words
The method of providing a stopper in a braided line having a core and a braided cover comprising inserting a post-like stopper with a central enlarged portion through the braided cover on one side and into the core with an end protruding substantially diametral of the line on either side thereof whereby the enlargement provided in the line serves as a stopper.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
62 words
The method of providing a stopper in a braided line having a core and a braided cover comprising inserting a post-like stopper with a central enlarged portion through the braided cover on one side and into the core with an end protruding substantially diametral of the line on either side thereof whereby the enlargement provided in the line serves as a stopper.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
35 words
The method as in claim 1 including seizing the braided line to another member by winding a seizing line on either side of the stopper and then bending the seizing line about the wound turns.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
54 words
In combination with a braided line having a core and a braided cover surrounding the core, a stopper for said line comprising a post-like member having a central enlargement positioned in the line with the enlargement lying in the core and a portion of the post-like member protruding through interces of the braided cover.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
54 words
In combination with a braided line having a core and a braided cover surrounding the core, a stopper for said line comprising a post-like member having a central enlargement positioned in the line with the enlargement lying in the core and a portion of the post-like member protruding through interces of the braided cover.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
13 words
The combination of claim 3 wherein the enlargement has a smooth arcuate surface.
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) | 1988-05-20 | 1988-11-19 | 1989-05-21 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1992-05-20 | 1992-11-19 | 1993-05-21 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1996-05-20 | 1996-11-19 | 1997-05-21 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |