Spring clip for fixing two parts to each other

Details Spring clip for fixing two parts to each other Spring clip for fixing two parts to each other

2006-05-30

2006-05-30

Sandy, Robert J. (Department: 3677)

Buckles, buttons, clasps, etc.

Trim molding fastener

Resilient metal type

C024S289000, C024S293000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07051408

ABSTRACT:
This clip in the general shape of a V comprising an intermediate portion (5) from which two lateral wings (6, 7) extend, provided with outward tab means (8, 9) comprising angled spring means (12, 13) for parting a point of resistance and for holding the clip (1) on the edges of a hole (4) in a first part (2) and with inward tab means (10, 11) provided with means (20) for gripping the second part, in order to fix this second part (3) to the first (2), is characterized in that the inward tab means comprise portions (18, 19) which are bent toward the interior of the clip in the direction of its intermediate portion (5), in that the means (20) for gripping the second part (3) are situated on these bent portions of the inward tab means, and that the points where the latter are bent (21) are situated at the level of the angled means (12, 13) of the outward tab means (8, 9).

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