US4188435A
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Lost end rethread clip
Assignee: PPG Industries Inc
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Filing: 1979-01-29
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Granted: 1980-02-12
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Expires: 1999-01-29
Abstract
Abstract A flat bodied rethread clip is shown having a plurality of slots adapted to attach thereto running parallel strands. Risers are provided on both sides of the flat body aligned with each of a set of slots so that strands running in the slots will follow the riser into any guides or grooves used to maintain parallel strand spacing.
Inventors
- 👤 Norman G. Bartrug
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-01 08:12
CPC Classifications
B; B65; B65H; B65H57/00; B65H57/16; B65H2701/00; B65H2701/30; B65H2701/31; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T24/00; Y10T24/39; Y10T24/3916; Y10T428/00; Y10T428/24; Y10T428/24479; Y10T428/2457; Y10T428/24777
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
151 words
A clip for rethreading a broken strand from a group of parallel strands being passed through a process wherein the strands are maintained in spaced parallel relationship during their passage through the process comprising a generally flat body provided with a series of slots on its upper and lower ends; the slots being aligned with each other and adapted to engage strands placed therein, an external rib for each set of slots provided on the external surface of said body and on each side thereof, said ribs being raised from the surface of said body a sufficient distance to enable them to run in a pulley channel when passed into it, a set of parallel slots on one side of said body located near the top and bottom of said body and each of these slots being aligned with the slots provided on the upper and lower end of said body.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
151 words
A clip for rethreading a broken strand from a group of parallel strands being passed through a process wherein the strands are maintained in spaced parallel relationship during their passage through the process comprising a generally flat body provided with a series of slots on its upper and lower ends; the slots being aligned with each other and adapted to engage strands placed therein, an external rib for each set of slots provided on the external surface of said body and on each side thereof, said ribs being raised from the surface of said body a sufficient distance to enable them to run in a pulley channel when passed into it, a set of parallel slots on one side of said body located near the top and bottom of said body and each of these slots being aligned with the slots provided on the upper and lower end of said body.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
14 words
The clip of claim 1 wherein said body and ribs are constructed of resin.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
18 words
The clip of claim 1 wherein said body and ribs are constructed of a single molded resin blank.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
12 words
The clip of claim 1 wherein the clip is constructed of metal.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
13 words
The clip of claim 1 wherein the clip is constructed of reinforced rubber.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
US3434274A
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US3821543A
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1983-02-11 | 1983-08-13 | 1984-02-12 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1987-02-11 | 1987-08-13 | 1988-02-12 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1991-02-11 | 1991-08-13 | 1992-02-12 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |