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Fastening clip assembly

A clip and fastening technology, applied in the direction of quick action fasteners, connecting components, mechanical equipment, etc., can solve problems such as hindering panel interference

Active Publication Date: 2017-12-05
ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC
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However, when known fastener clips are installed at an angle relative to a panel, a portion of one of the engaging members obstructs or otherwise interferes with the panel and does not abut the panel unless the individual places the fastener clip toward the panel. Push down farther into the hole

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[0023] Embodiments of the present invention provide a fastening clip assembly configured to be fixed at an angle with respect to a panel and easily installed. The fastening clip assembly is configured to receive an angular range for fixing the connection, and does not rely on increased insertion force or the need for an individual to use excessive force (for example, more than used when the fastening clip assembly is normal to the panel Provide the force of the fixed connection) to push the assembly further down into the hole of the panel.

[0024] figure 1 A side view of the fastening clip assembly 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown. The fastening clip assembly 100 includes a panel engagement retainer 102 that can be molded and formed integrally with an annular collar 104, which in turn can be integrally connected to the cap 106 through a central post 108. The fastening clip assembly 100 may be integrally molded and formed as a single single body. ...

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Abstract

A fastening clip assembly 100 is configured to securely connect to a component 200, and may include at least one engagement member 110 that is configured to securely engage a portion of the component. The engagement member(s) may include an angle-compensating surface 132 that is configured to allow the fastening clip assembly to securely connect to the component over a range of angles.

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[0001] Related application [0002] This application relates to and claims the priority rights of US Provisional Patent Application 62 / 106,344 entitled "Fastening Clip Assembly" filed on January 22, 2015, the full text of which is incorporated herein by reference. Technical field [0003] Embodiments of the present invention generally relate to fastening clip assemblies. Background technique [0004] Various components include panels or objects connected to each other. As an example, automotive components include various panels and structures that are connected to other panels or structures or to the car frame itself. Specifically, the snap-fit ​​assembly can be used to connect the components together. Additionally, the fastener may be pre-assembled with one of the parts or panels, while the second part or panel is connected to the pre-assembled part during final assembly. When connecting relatively large parts together, multiple fasteners can be used. Such fasteners have been p...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(China)
IPC IPC(8): F16B21/08
CPCF16B21/082F16B21/086
Inventor 戴维·W·埃德兰
Owner ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC