Latching mechanism

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1984-11-16

1986-12-16

Smith, Gary L.

Closure fasteners

Bolts

Multiple

292 86, 292 87, E05C 1906

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046292276

ABSTRACT:
A simple, low cost latching mechanism is provided that can be assembled without the use of tools and that permits both the top and bottom covers of a radio chassis to be quickly and easily latched to or detached from the chassis. The mechanism includes a latch member having a pair of latch arms biased by an integral coil spring towards a latched position, and an open faced support member for the latch member that allows for easy assembly of the mechanism. Release tabs extend through an exterior chassis wall for selectively shifting the latch arms to a released position to free the covers. A locking cam is also provided to selectively lock the latch arms in the latched position.

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