Retaining spring for detachably connecting two components

Details Retaining spring for detachably connecting two components Retaining spring for detachably connecting two components

2005-07-26

2005-07-26

Sandy, Robert J. (Department: 3677)

Joints and connections

Biased catch or latch

Leaf spring

C403S321000, C403S326000, C296S224000, C292S080000, C292S085000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06921227

ABSTRACT:
The retaining spring is used for detachably connecting two components. The retaining spring includes a retaining plate attached to one component and an engagement spring which is moveably guided on the retaining plate between an engagement position and a released position in the direction of attachment. The engagement spring is provided with a catch edge for securing over an engagement projection which is provided on the other component. A slanted insert limb used to raise the engagement spring when the slidable component is moved in the direction of attachment. In order to connect and detach the two components with greater ease, even when space is lacking in the area immediately surrounding the connection points, the engagement spring is maintained in a position of engagement on the retaining plate by an engagement means acting against the resistance of the spring in the direction of attachment.

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