Method of assembling a magnetic tape cartridge

Details Method of assembling a magnetic tape cartridge Method of assembling a magnetic tape cartridge

2005-02-08

2005-02-08

Bryant, David P. (Department: 3726)

Metal working

Method of mechanical manufacture

Assembling or joining

C029S806000, C242S348000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06851169

ABSTRACT:
The object of the invention is to provide a magnetic tape cartridge, in which a release pad can be assembled securely by a robot. A magnetic tape cartridge including: a reel around which a magnetic tape is wound; a cartridge case which houses the reel in a locked position; a release pad for releasing locking of the reel; and a cup-like hub of the reel in which the release pad is mounted, wherein a plurality of guide holes for allowing a plurality of lock release pins to penetrate therein, which extend from the lower surface of the release pad, are made in the periphery of a base plate of the cup-like hub, and a plurality of pairs of guide ribs, which are capable of guiding the plurality of lock release pins to the plurality of guide holes, stand inside the cup-like hub corresponding to the plurality of guide holes.

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patent: WO 0104902 (2001-01-01), None

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