US3977104A
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Multi-purpose identification tag and clip
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1975-06-19
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Granted: 1976-08-31
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Expires: 1995-06-19
Abstract
Abstract A multipurpose identification tag and clip is provided that includes a member that has an identification number or letter or other marking thereon. The clip includes a recessed portion for receiving therein a member such as a wire that is to be identified. The clip is reusable and has a construction so that it can be readily placed on or removed from the part to be identified.
Inventors
- 👤 John A. Stupar
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 15:47
CPC Classifications
H; H01; H01B; H01B7/00; H01B7/36; H01B7/368; G; G09; G09F; G09F3/00; G09F3/02; G09F3/0295; G09F3/04; G09F3/06; G09F3/08; G09F3/18; G09F3/20; G09F3/205
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
188 words
An identification apparatus for selective application to and removal from the ignition wires of an internal combustion engine comprising a planar substantially circular body having generally parallel surfaces with selected indicia thereon, a pair of pliable arcuate sections connected at one end to one edge of said body and extending outwardly therefrom, said arcuate sections defining a substantially circular clip adjacent to said body, said clip having a generally circular opening extending therethrough along an axis generally normal to the plane of said surfaces of said body, the other end of said arcuate sections being spaced from each other a distance less than the diameter of said opening, a guide prong connected to said other end of each arcuate section and extending outwardly therefrom in the plane of said parallel surfaces, said guide prongs having flat diverging guide surfaces for guiding an ignition wire into said opening, whereby an ignition wire having a diameter substantially corresponding to the diameter of said opening is guided between said prongs without causing damage and said wire spreading said arcuate sections apart so that said wire may be received within said opening.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
188 words
An identification apparatus for selective application to and removal from the ignition wires of an internal combustion engine comprising a planar substantially circular body having generally parallel surfaces with selected indicia thereon, a pair of pliable arcuate sections connected at one end to one edge of said body and extending outwardly therefrom, said arcuate sections defining a substantially circular clip adjacent to said body, said clip having a generally circular opening extending therethrough along an axis generally normal to the plane of said surfaces of said body, the other end of said arcuate sections being spaced from each other a distance less than the diameter of said opening, a guide prong connected to said other end of each arcuate section and extending outwardly therefrom in the plane of said parallel surfaces, said guide prongs having flat diverging guide surfaces for guiding an ignition wire into said opening, whereby an ignition wire having a diameter substantially corresponding to the diameter of said opening is guided between said prongs without causing damage and said wire spreading said arcuate sections apart so that said wire may be received within said opening.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
27 words
The structure of claim 1 in which said parallel surfaces of said body include recessed portions defined by generally circular flange portions adjacent to the outer edge.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
15 words
The structure of claim 1 in which said identification apparatus is made of thermoplastic material.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
US3861068A
Cited
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1979-08-31 | 1980-03-01 | 1980-08-31 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-08-31 | 1984-03-01 | 1984-08-31 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-08-31 | 1988-03-01 | 1988-08-31 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |