Tape measure mounting clip

Details Tape measure mounting clip Tape measure mounting clip

2006-11-07

2006-11-07

Smith, R. Alexander (Department: 2859)

Geometrical instruments

Distance measuring

By flexible tape

C033S769000, C024S003110

Reexamination Certificate

active

07131214

ABSTRACT:
A tape measure includes a novel mounting clip assembly having a distinct lever arm coupled to a base plate for movement about a pivot axis between a closed position and an open position. The lever arm has a first spring-receiving bay on a side generally facing the base plate and disposed rearward of the pivot axis. The base plate has a first fastener-receiving hole therein forward of the pivot axis, a second spring-receiving bay on a side generally facing the lever arm. A spring biases the lever arm to assume the closed position and extends from the first bay to the second bay. A centerline of a mounting hole in the base plate extends through a second hole in the lever arm when the lever arm is in the closed position. A top of a securing fastener is accessible via the second hole. Also, methods of assembly are described.

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