Clamp or clamp assembly having a low profile

Details Clamp or clamp assembly having a low profile Clamp or clamp assembly having a low profile

2004-03-02

2010-11-02

Kim, Paul D (Department: 3729)

Metal working

Method of mechanical manufacture

Electrical device making

C029S603040, C029S603070, C029S469000, C360S098050, C360S099080, C360S099120, C360S270000, C360S271000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07823270

ABSTRACT:
A clamp including an inverted spring portion and a plurality of tabs about a circumference of an inner portion of the clamp. The inverted spring portion of the clamp is insertable into a groove of a clamping interface between a flange and an outer portion thereof to align the plurality of tabs proximate to the flange. As described, the clamp provides a low profile interface for clamping discs to a spindle assembly which snap fits into the groove to provide a screwless clamp interface. Other features and benefits that characterize embodiments of the present invention will be apparent upon reading the following detailed description and review of the associated drawings.

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