Door latch having overcenter spring

Details Door latch having overcenter spring Door latch having overcenter spring

1976-07-19

1978-02-07

Moore, Richard E.

Closure fasteners

Bolts

Swinging

E05C 304

Patent

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040723321

ABSTRACT:
A latching mechanism is provided for a service panel for gaining access into a closed compartment. The latch is an all seasons latch such that it can be operated even with an arctic mitten on the hand of the operator. The latch handle is positioned in a recess to prevent accidental actuation. A spring is provided for holding the panel or door latched closed and upon movement of the latch handle past a center position will locate the spring for holding the latch inactive as the door or panel is opened.

REFERENCES:
patent: 1269467 (1918-06-01), Leonard et al.
patent: 2304144 (1942-12-01), Borchers
patent: 2621952 (1952-12-01), Gander
patent: 3659886 (1972-05-01), Andrews
patent: 3836185 (1974-09-01), Touchstone

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