Fused spring latch

Details Fused spring latch Fused spring latch

1996-11-01

1997-11-25

Lindsey, Rodney M.

Closure fasteners

Bolts

Sliding

292DIG66, E05C 108

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active

056903715

ABSTRACT:
A first platform having fingers rising therefrom is interengaged with a second, fusible platform in a spring latch assembly. The second holds the first at an angle in which the fingers avoid notches formed in the tail of the latch bolt. When the fusible platform melts due to excessive heat, the fingered platform assumes a normal horizontal disposition, and the fingers engage the notches in the tail to prevent the latch bolt from retracting.

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