JPS61500156A - A clamping device, especially a laundry clamp - Google Patents

Abstract

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Description

[Detailed description of the invention] A clamping device, especially a laundry clamp The invention is particularly intended to be used as a clothespin, and the two preferably equal With respect to a clamping device consisting of shank elements of the shape but oppositely arranged, the shank The junk elements are joined together by a fixing device with their wide sides facing each other. Pressure is applied near one end of the clamping device to form a clamping section for holding clothing, etc. and touch each other.

As mentioned above, a typical laundry clip has a clip between its shanks. US special In one form, as shown in U.S. Pat. No. 2,220,601, the clothespin is shaped into one object. holding the free shank arms pressed against each other to obtain a jaw. It has a ruri bet. The same thing is described in U.S. Pat. No. 2,508,785. Other shapes of clothespins are also suitable. However, this clothespin has two Consists of separate shank elements. Rivets hold and pinch the shank elements together. arranged in such a way as to obtain the same amount of Additionally, a device that prevents relative rotation of the shank elements is placed. U.S. Patent for an Alternative Shape of a Clothespin Having a Snap Between the Shank Elements No. 1,532.510, the shank element does not require washing to be installed or removed. Pivotably coupled together by a pivot pin to permit interlocking. The slotted part is , this is formed when the wide sides of the shank elements abut each other and holds the garment. To secure the clothespin in the working position, the retaining ring holds the shank elements against each other. It is used for fixing.

What these known clothespins have in common is that they only have one hanging device for clothes, , with a pinch between the shank elements, so that it can be attached in only one way, for example to a clothesline. It is possible.

In addition to the above-mentioned known clothespins, it is an object of the present invention to provide a clothespin that can be used, for example, on a clothesline. Allows for attachment in several ways, allowing for more wear and tear than just the nip between the shank elements. The purpose is to provide some suspension possibilities for the class.

To this end, the invention has the features set out in the following claims.

These features and advantages of the invention will be described in the following description of a preferred embodiment with reference to the accompanying drawings. As revealed by the light, here: FIG. 1 shows a peg device according to the invention, particularly intended to be used as a laundry peg. FIG. 2 is a side view showing a preferred embodiment of the invention.

FIG. 2 is a sectional view taken along line II-II in FIG. 1.

FIG. 3 is a side view corresponding to FIG. 2 showing the clothespin in another position.

The illustrated clothespin consists of two equally shaped parts or frames connected by a pivot 3. Consists of junk elements 1 and 2. The shank portion is fitted at one end to form a hook 4. bent outward. Also, the opposite end 5 of the shank element is bent outwardly. , and has holes 6. The shank elements touch each other under pressure at the transition 7 to the hook. , such that a space 8 between the shank elements exists between the transition part 7 and the pivot 3 molded. The pivot 3 not only holds the shank elements together, but also It also serves as an axis for pivoting the shank elements into position relative to each other as shown.

As shown, the pivot 3 is located much closer to the end 5 of the clothespin than the hook 4; Thereby, an elongated space 8 is formed between the shank elements.

The material of the clothespin is elastically elastic, preferably a resinous material, such as a strong Made of durable polycarbonate.

When wearing the clothespin according to the invention, the clothespin is pressed onto the object to be fixed. I get kicked. The object is guided into the guide groove 10 between the hooked ends 4, and then the ends 4 , are pushed apart at the pinching portion 7. This pressing of a clothespin on an object is very easy. It is simple and easy to use, even for people with injured hands who have reduced ability to use their fingers. Can be fixed. The outwardly bent portion 5 can be easily removed by serving as a pressure plate. This contributes to the establishment of new products. Moreover, the object is strongly and firmly anchored by the elongated space 8. Ru.

The shape of the clothespin with the hook 4 is such that it is suspended in the clip 7 between the shank elements 1 and 2. Allows you to hang another garment or hanger in addition to the hanger.

The shape of the shank part 5 with holes 6 is such that, for example... Give me another possibility.

The shape of the clothespin according to the invention with a pivot 3 is shown in FIG. give potential. Swivel the shank elements 1, 2 around the pivot 3 to raise the clothespin. By tipping down, the hook 4 may be hooked onto the line 9, for example a hanger. The gar may be inserted into both or one hole 6. Besides, clothes on hangers The weight presses the hooks in the direction of each other, and the stiffness causes the...n to be firmly fixed. is obtained.

The laundry peg according to the present invention may be used for security guards other than laundry pegs. The clothespin may be used, for example, as a bicycle clasp, in which case the elongated space 8 is , contributes to strong retention of the clothespin. The elongated space 8 allows the clamping part 7 to This further contributes to a firm hold. clothespins are used When not in use, it can be easily pressed against any suitable part of the bicycle, such as under the saddle. stomach.

The invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments shown in the drawings, but rather within the scope of the following claims. It may be changed in this manner. For example, the end may be formed with a hook and hole as shown. It may be omitted or may have any other suitable shape.

Claims (7)

[Claims] 1. Two preferably equally shaped but oppositely arranged shank elements (1. 2), wherein the shank element has its wide sides facing each other and a fixing device ( 3) to form a sandwich part (7) for fixing clothing, etc. abutting each other under pressure close to one end of the washing device, especially when used as clothespins. In a pinching device intended to be used, a) the fixing device is attached to the shank. In addition to said coupling of the elements (1, 2), it is possible to pivot the shank elements relative to each other. b) the shank elements (1, 2) are connected to the jaws (7); ), it also has a hanging device (4, 6) for clothes, etc. at least at one end thereof. both in the position in which they abut each other and in the position in which they are pivoted outward relative to each other. formed and arranged so that the suspension device (4, 6) is present. A pinching device characterized by a combination of: 2. The suspension device (4) suspends the clipping device in the outwardly pivoted position. Pincer device according to claim 1, characterized in that it serves as a device. 3. The clothing is suspended at the position where the shank elements (1, 2) contact each other, and the shank is suspended. the suspension device (4) suspending the clipping device in a position where it is pivoted outward from the locking element; , installed at the end of the pinching device having the pinching part (7). The pinching device according to item 2 of the claimed scope. 4. the suspension device ( 4) is formed as a hook with a free end facing the opposite end of the clipping device; A pinching device according to claim 3, characterized in that: 5. The suspension device (6) is located at the end of the pinch device opposite the pinch portion (7). In any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that Pincer device as described. 6. The suspension device (6) located at the opposite end of the scissors A clamp according to claim 5, characterized in that the clamp comprises a hole in the end (5) of the lock element. device. 7. At least one shank element end located opposite the jaw (7) , bent in an outward direction from the other said shank elements (1, 2) so as to form a pressure plate. As set forth in any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that: Pincer device.