Adjustable push-on stud fasteners

Abstract

A push-on fastener includes a base, a first radial barb, an axial support, a second radial barb, and a protrusion. The base defines an opening. The first radial barb extends from the base. The axial support extends from the base. The second radial barb extends from the axial support. The protrusion extends from the axial support.

Description

[0001] Related Applications

[0002] This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application No. 62 / 824,758, filed on March 27, 2019, which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety. Technical Field

[0003] The present disclosure relates generally to automotive fasteners, and more particularly, to an adjustable push-on stud fastener. Background Art

[0004] In recent years, push-on fasteners have been developed for snap-fittingly engaging the threads of threaded vehicle body studs to attach various components to the vehicle body. For example, push-on fasteners are often equipped with various different attachment features (e.g., hooks, clamps, hooks, etc.). The push-on fastener engages the stud. The attachment feature connects the vehicle component to the push-on fastener.

[0005] Some known push-in fasteners are equipped with inwardly facing barbs. When the push-in fastener is pushed onto a threaded stud, the barbs engage the threads of the stud to hold the push-in fastener on the stud.

[0006] However, these known push-on fasteners do not work with a variety of stud sizes and / or require high installation forces to push onto the stud.

[0007] Therefore, there is a need for a push-on fastener that is suitable for a variety of stud sizes and meets ergonomic installation force requirements. Summary of the invention

[0008] In one aspect, a push-on fastener is disclosed, comprising a base, a first radial barb, an axial support, a second radial barb, and a protrusion. The base defines an opening. The first radial barb extends from the base. The axial support extends from the base. The second radial barb extends from the axial support. The protrusion extends from the axial support.

[0009] In another aspect, a push-on fastener is disclosed, the push-on fastener comprising a body and a cover. The body comprises a base, a first radial barb, an axial support, and a second radial barb. The base defines an opening. The first radial barb extends from the base. The axial support extends from the base. The second radial barb extends from the axial support. The cover is pivotally connected to the body to selectively define an opening with the body.

[0010] In another aspect, a push-on fastener is disclosed, comprising a base and a plurality of barbs. The base defines an opening. The plurality of barbs cover the opening and are configured to ratchet engage a stud. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0011] Figure 1 is an isometric view of a first example push-on fastener;

[0012] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A partial front view of a push-on fastener;

[0013] Figure 3 is from Figure 2 The cross section A is obtained, Figure 1 and Figure 2 An enlarged partial front view of a push-on fastener;

[0014] Figure 4 is from Figure 2 The cross section A is obtained, Figures 1 to 3 an enlarged partial isometric view of a push-on fastener;

[0015] Figure 5 is along Figure 4 The section line 5-5 from Figure 1 The cross section A is obtained, Figures 1 to 4 an enlarged partial isometric cross-sectional view of a push-on fastener;

[0016] Figure 6 is along Figure 2 The section line 6-6 is obtained from section B. Figures 1 to 5 A partial cross-sectional view of a push-on fastener;

[0017] Figure 7 is from Figure 2 The cross section C is obtained. Figures 1 to 6 an enlarged partial isometric view of a push-on fastener;

[0018] Figure 8 is from Figure 7 The cross section D is obtained. Figures 1 to 7 an enlarged partial isometric view of a push-on fastener;

[0019] Fig. 9 is along Figure 2 The section line 9-9 is obtained. Figures 1 to 8 A cross-sectional view of a push-on fastener;

[0020] Fig.10 It is obtained along the section line 6-6. Figures 1 to 9 A cross-sectional view of a push-on fastener when installed on a first stud;

[0021] Fig.11 It is obtained along the section line 6-6. Figures 1 to 9A cross-sectional view of the push-on fastener when installed on a second stud;

[0022] Fig.12 is a front view of a second example push-on fastener in an open position; and

[0023] Fig.13 yes Fig.12 A front view of a push-on fastener in a closed position. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0024] As explained herein, the present disclosure provides a push-on fastener that is adaptable to a variety of stud sizes. In addition, the push-on fastener can have a reduced installation force to meet ergonomic requirements. As non-limiting examples, the push-on fastener can have a zip tie, hook, hook, clamp, etc., for engaging with a vehicle component.

[0025] refer to Figures 1 to 8 , the push-on fastener 100 includes a body 104 and a plurality of stud engagement features 106. The body 104 includes a top portion 110 and a base portion 112. Figure 5 , Figure 6 , Fig.10 and Fig.11 The base portion 112 defines a first cut-away portion 114 , a second cut-away portion 116 , and an opening 118 .

[0026] refer to Figures 2 to 4 and Figures 7 to 9 The body 104 further includes a first axial support 122, a second axial support 124 and a third axial support 126. Figures 5 to 8 The body 104 further includes a fourth axial support member 128. Figure 7 , the first axial support 122 is opposite to the third axial support 126. The second axial support 124 is opposite to the fourth axial support 128. The first axial support 122, the second axial support 124, the third axial support 126 and the fourth axial support 128 are substantially parallel to each other. The first axial support 122 is between the second axial support 124 and the fourth axial support 128. The third axial support 126 is also between the second axial support 124 and the fourth axial support 128. The second axial support 124 is between the first axial support 122 and the third axial support 126. The fourth axial support 128 is also between the first axial support 122 and the third axial support 126.

[0027] refer to Figure 2 ,as well as Figures 6 to 9 The body 104 further includes a first crossbar 132, a second crossbar 134 and a third crossbar 136. Figure 7 , the first cross bar 132 and the third cross bar 136 are opposite to the second cross bar 134. The second cross bar 134 is between the first cross bar 132 and the third cross bar 136. The first cross bar 132, the second cross bar 134 and the third cross bar 136 are substantially parallel to each other. The first cross bar 132 and the third cross bar 136 are substantially perpendicularly connected to the first axial support 122 and the third axial support 126, and extend between the first axial support and the third axial support. The second cross bar 134 is substantially perpendicularly connected to the first axial support 122 and the third axial support 126, and extends between the first axial support and the third axial support. Reference Figure 6 The second axial support 124 is generally vertically connected to the second crossbar 134 and the base portion 112 and extends between the second crossbar and the base portion. The fourth axial support 128 is generally vertically connected to the third crossbar 136 and the base portion 112 and extends between the third crossbar and the base portion.

[0028] refer to Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 7 , the top portion 110 includes a component attachment feature 138 and a ramp portion 140. Figure 1 and Figure 2 In the example of FIG. 1 , the component attachment feature 138 is a zipper tape. Figure 7 , the ramp portion 140 is connected to the component attachment feature 138, the first axial support 122 and the third axial support 126 and extends between them. The component attachment feature 138 starts from the ramp portion 140 and extends in the opposite direction of the first axial support 122 and the third axial support 126. The component attachment feature 138 is narrower than the first cross bar 132, the second cross bar 134 and the third cross bar 136. Therefore, the ramp portion 140 is tapered. In some embodiments, the ramp portion 140 is arched and / or bridge-shaped.

[0029] refer to Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 4 , the plurality of stud engagement features 106 include a first toothed rod 142, a second toothed rod 144, a third toothed rod 146, and a fourth toothed rod 148. Figure 4, the first toothed rod 142 and the third toothed rod 146 are elastically pivotably connected to the first axial support 122 and extend from the first axial support. The second toothed rod 144 and the fourth toothed rod 148 are elastically pivotably connected to the third axial support 126 and extend from the third axial support. The first toothed rod 142 and the third toothed rod 146 are opposite to the second toothed rod 144 and the fourth toothed rod 148. The first toothed rod 142 and the second toothed rod 144 extend toward each other. The third toothed rod 146 and the fourth toothed rod 148 extend toward each other. The first toothed rod 142, the second toothed rod 144, the third toothed rod 146 and the fourth toothed rod 148 cover the opening 118.

[0030] refer to Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 4 The plurality of stud engagement features 106 further include a first stopper 152, a second stopper 154, a third stopper 156, and a fourth stopper 158. Figure 4 , a first stopper 152 is connected to and extends from the first axial support 122. A second stopper 154 is connected to and extends from the third axial support 126. The first stopper 152 and the second stopper 154 are opposite and extend toward each other. The first stopper 152 is between the first toothed rod 142 and the third toothed rod 146. The second stopper 154 is between the second toothed rod 144 and the fourth toothed rod 148. The third stopper 156 and the fourth stopper 158 are connected to and extend from the base portion 112. The third stopper 156 and the fourth stopper 158 are opposite to each other. The third stopper 156 and the fourth stopper 158 extend toward the third toothed rod 146 and the fourth toothed rod 148. The third stopper 156 and the fourth stopper 158 partially define the opening 118.

[0031] refer to Figures 2 to 4 and Figure 6 , the plurality of stud engagement features 106 also include a first radial barb 162 and a second radial barb 164. In particular, referring to Figure 4, the plurality of stud engagement features 106 also include a third radial barb 166 and a fourth radial barb 168. The first radial barb 162 and the second radial barb 164 are opposite to each other. The third radial barb 166 and the fourth radial barb 168 are also opposite to each other. The first radial barb 162 is elastically pivotably connected to the second axial support 124 and extends arched from the second axial support toward the first stop 152. The second radial barb 164 is elastically pivotably connected to the fourth axial support 128 (not shown). The second radial barb 164 extends arched toward the second stop 154. The third radial barb 166 and the fourth radial barb 168 are opposite to each other. The third radial barb 166 and the fourth radial barb 168 are elastically pivotably connected to the base portion 112 and extend from the base portion. The third radial barb 166 extends toward the third stop 156 and extends into the opening 118. The first radial barb 162 and the second radial barb 164 shield the opening 118 . The fourth radial barb 168 extends toward the fourth stop 158 and into the opening 118 .

[0032] refer to Figures 7 to 9 , the plurality of stud engagement features 106 also include a first arch column 172, a second arch column 174, a third arch column 176, and a fourth arch column 178. The first arch column 172 and the second arch column 174 are connected to the second crossbar 134 between the first axial support 122 and the third axial support 126 and extend from the second crossbar. The third arch column 176 and the fourth arch column 178 are connected to the third crossbar 136 between the first axial support 122 and the third axial support 126 and extend from the third crossbar. The first arch column 172, the second arch column 174, the third arch column 176, and the fourth arch column 178 are configured to engage with the stud to reduce the tilt of the push-on fastener 100 relative to the stud. In some applications, the first arch column 172, the second arch column 174, the third arch column 176, and the fourth arch column 178 (e.g., by a clearance fit) are slidably engaged with the stud. In some applications, the first, second, third, and fourth arcuate columns 172, 174, 176, and 178 fit tightly against the stud (eg, via an interference fit) to reduce rotation of the push-on fastener 100 about the stud.

[0033] refer to Figure 6, the plurality of stud engagement features 106 also include a first protrusion 182, a second protrusion 184, a third protrusion 186, and a fourth protrusion 188. In some applications, the first protrusion 182, the second protrusion 184, the third protrusion 186, and / or the fourth protrusion 188 engage the threads of the stud to secure the stud and provide radial support for the push-on fastener 100. In other applications, the first protrusion 182, the second protrusion 184, the third protrusion 186, and / or the fourth protrusion 188 are tangential to the stud and / or have a slight gap relative to the stud. The third protrusion 186 is connected to the second axial support 124 between the first axial support 122 and the third axial support 126 and extends from the second axial support ( Figure 6 ). Fig. 9 The first protrusion 182 is connected to the second crossbar 134 between the first arch column 172 and the second arch column 174 and extends from the second crossbar. The fourth protrusion 188 is connected to the third crossbar 136 between the third arch column 176 and the fourth arch column 178 and extends from the third crossbar. Figure 7 The second protrusion 184 is connected to the first cross bar 132 between the first axial support 122 and the third axial support 126 and extends from the first cross bar.

[0034] refer to Fig.10 , the push-on fastener 100 is adapted to engage with the first stud 192. The first stud 192 is externally threaded. When the push-on fastener 100 engages with the first stud 192, the first protrusion 182, the second protrusion 184, the third protrusion 186, the fourth protrusion 188, the first toothed rod 142, the third toothed rod 146, the first radial barb 162, the third radial barb 166, the first arched column 172, and the third arched column 176 contact the first stud 192. It should be understood that when the push-on fastener 100 engages with the first stud 192, the second toothed rod 144, the fourth toothed rod 148, the second radial barb 164, the fourth radial barb 168, the second arched column 174, and the fourth arched column 178 also contact the first stud 192 (not shown).

[0035] refer to Fig.10In operation, when the first stud 192 is inserted into the push-on fastener 100, the first toothed rod 142 and the third toothed rod 146 flex relative to the first axial support 122 to ratchet engage the first stud 192. Additionally, in operation, when the first stud 192 is inserted into the push-on fastener 100, the first radial barb 162 flexes relative to the second axial support 124 to ratchet engage the first stud 192. Further in operation, when the first stud 192 is inserted into the push-on fastener 100, the third radial barb 166 flexes relative to the base portion 112 to ratchet engage the first stud 192. In other words, when the first stud 192 is pushed against the first toothed rod 142, the third toothed rod 146, the first radial barb 162 and the third radial barb 166 and passes over the first toothed rod 142, the third toothed rod 146, the first radial barb 162 and the third radial barb 166, the first toothed rod 142, the third toothed rod 146, the first radial barb 162 and the third radial barb 166 are bent away from the first stud 192 with external threads in sequence and then snapped back against the first stud 192 with external threads. It should be understood that in operation, when the first stud 192 is inserted into the push-on fastener 100, the second toothed rod 144, the fourth toothed rod 148, the second radial barb 164 and the fourth radial barb 168 are bent away from the first externally threaded stud 192 in sequence in the same manner as the first toothed rod 142, the third toothed rod 146, the first radial barb 162 and the third radial barb 166 (not shown) and then snapped back against the first externally threaded stud 192 to ratchet engage the first stud 192.

[0036] Reference Fig.10 , if a force is applied to separate the first stud 192 from the push-on fastener 100, the third toothed rod 146 can bend relative to the first axial support 122 to contact the third stop 156. Therefore, the third stop 156 provides a hard stop for the third toothed rod 146. In other words, the third stop 156 limits the pivotal movement of the third toothed rod 146 relative to the first axial support 122. In addition, the first toothed rod 142 can be flexed relative to the first axial support 122 to contact the first stop 152 ( Figure 6 14). Thus, the first stop 152 provides a hard stop for the first toothed rod 142. In other words, the first stop 152 limits the pivotal movement of the first toothed rod 142 relative to the first axial support 122. It should be understood that the second stop 154 ​​provides a hard stop to limit the pivotal movement of the second toothed rod 144 in the same manner as the first stop 152 and the first toothed rod 142. Additionally, it should be understood that the fourth stop 158 provides a hard stop to limit the pivotal movement of the fourth toothed rod 148 in the same manner as the third toothed rod 146 and the third stop 156.

[0037] refer to Fig.11 , the push-on fastener 100 is adapted to engage with the second stud 194. The second stud 194 is externally threaded. The diameter of the second stud 194 is greater than the diameter of the first stud 192. When the push-on fastener 100 engages with the second stud 194, the third protrusion 186, the fourth protrusion 188, the first toothed rod 142, the third toothed rod 146, the first radial barb 162, the third radial barb 166, the first arched column 172, and the third arched column 176 contact the second stud 194. It should be understood that the second axial support 124 and the fourth axial support 128 are bent outwardly by the second stud 194. It should be appreciated that when the push-on fastener 100 engages the second stud 194 , the second toothed rod 144 , the fourth toothed rod 148 , the second radial barb 164 , the fourth radial barb 168 , the second arched column 174 , and the fourth arched column 178 also contact the second stud 194 (not shown).

[0038] refer to Fig.11 In operation, when the second stud 194 is inserted into the push-on fastener 100, the first toothed rod 142, the third toothed rod 146, the first radial barb 162 and the third radial barb 166 are bent away from the second stud 194 with external threads in sequence and then snapped back against the second stud 194 with external threads, thereby engaging with the first stud 192 ( Fig.10 It should be understood that in operation, the second toothed rod 144, the fourth toothed rod 148, the second radial barb 164 and the fourth radial barb 168 also sequentially bend away from the second externally threaded stud 194 and then snap back against the second externally threaded stud 194, thereby ratcheting the second stud 194 in the same manner as the first stud 192.

[0039] refer to Fig.12 , a second example of a push-on fastener 200 includes one or more of the plurality of stud engagement features 106 incorporated into a wire retainer 202. The wire retainer 202 includes a body 204 and a cover 206. The body 204 is pivotally connected to the cover 206.

[0040] refer to Fig.12 , the body 204 includes a first portion 208, a second portion 210, and a fourth crossbar 212. The fourth crossbar 212 is connected to the first portion 208 and extends from the first portion toward the second portion 210. Fig.13 The body 204 further includes a fifth crossbar 214. The fifth crossbar 214 is connected to the first portion 208 and extends from the first portion toward the second portion 210.

[0041] refer to Fig.12 The cover 206 includes a first portion 216, a second portion 218, a first crossbar 132, a second crossbar 134, a third crossbar 136, a third arch 176, a fourth arch 178, and a second protrusion 184. The first crossbar 132, the second crossbar 134, and the third crossbar 136 are connected to the first portion 216 and the second portion 218 and extend between the first portion and the second portion. The third arch 176, the fourth arch 178, and the second protrusion 184 are connected to the third arch 176 between the first portion 216 and the second portion 218 and extend from the third arch. The second protrusion 184 is between the third arch 176 and the fourth arch 178. Fig.13 The cover 206 further includes a first arch 172, a second arch 174, and a first protrusion 182. The first arch 172, the second arch 174, and the first protrusion 182 are connected to and extend from the second crossbar 134 between the first portion 216 and the second portion 218. The first protrusion 182 is between the first arch 172 and the second arch 174.

[0042] refer to Fig.13 The body 204 includes a base portion 112, a second toothed rod 144, a third toothed rod 146, a fourth toothed rod 148, a first stop 152, a second stop 154, a third stop 156, a fourth stop 158, a first radial barb 162, a second radial barb 164, and a third radial barb 166. The base portion 112 is connected to and extends between the first portion 208 and the second portion 210. The second toothed rod 144, the second stop 154, and the fourth toothed rod 148 are connected to the second portion 210 and extend from the second portion toward the first portion 208. The third toothed rod 146 and the first stop 152 are connected to the first portion 208 and extend from the first portion toward the second portion 210. The third stop 156, the fourth stop 158, and the third radial barb 166 are connected to and extend from the base portion 112. Fig.12 The body 204 also includes a fourth radial barb 168. The fourth radial barb 168 is connected to the base portion 112 and extends from the base portion. Thus, the first portion 208 and the second portion 210 are arranged to be similar to the first example push-on fastener 100 ( Figures 2 to 4 ,as well as Figures 7 to 9 The first axial support 122 and the third axial support 126 (shown) act as axial supports in the same manner.

[0043] refer to Fig.12, the body 204 includes a first axial support 222. The cover 206 includes a second axial support 224. The first axial support 222 is connected to the base portion 112 and the fourth crossbar 212 and extends between the base portion and the fourth crossbar. The second radial barb 164 is connected to the first axial support 222 and extends from the first axial support. The second axial support 224 is connected to the second crossbar 134 and extends from the second crossbar. Fig.13 , the cover 206 includes a third axial support 226. The body 204 includes a fourth axial support 228. The third axial support 226 is connected to the third crossbar 136 and extends from the third crossbar. The fourth axial support 228 is connected to the base portion 112 and the fifth crossbar 214 and extends between the base portion and the fifth crossbar. The first radial barb 162 is connected to the fourth axial support 228 and extends from the fourth axial support.

[0044] refer to Fig.12 The body 204 includes a first barb 232 and a first lock catch 234. The first barb 232 is connected to the second portion 210 and extends from the second portion toward the first portion 208. The first lock catch 234 is connected to the first portion 208 and extends outward from the first portion. The cover 206 includes a second barb 236 and a second lock catch 238. The second barb 236 is connected to the first portion 216 and extends from the first portion toward the second portion 218. The second lock catch 238 is connected to the second portion 218 and extends from the second portion. The first barb 232 and the second lock catch 238 are configured to selectively interlock with each other. The first lock catch 234 and the second barb 236 are also configured to selectively interlock with each other.

[0045] refer to Fig.12 The body 204 defines a first channel 242, a second channel 244, a third channel 246, and a fourth channel 248. The cover 206 defines a fifth channel 250, a sixth channel 252, a seventh channel 254, and an eighth channel 256. In addition, the body 204 defines a ninth channel 258.

[0046] When the push-on fastener 200 is closed, Fig.13As shown, the body 204 and the cover 206 define a first opening 262, a second opening 264, a third opening 266, and a fourth opening 268. In operation, the body 204 and the cover 206 can be latched together by the first barb 232, the second catch 238, the first catch 234, and the second barb 236. More specifically, the body 204 and the cover 206 can be latched together with a linear component (e.g., a fluid line, a brake line, a fuel line, an electrical wire, etc.) (not shown) disposed in one or more of the first opening 262, the second opening 264, the third opening 266, and the fourth opening 268. In other words, the first portion 208 and the second portion 210 of the base 204, and the first portion 216 and the second portion 218 of the cover 206 act as attachment features of the push-on fastener 200. Therefore, the push-on fastener 200 can support the linear component. In addition, the push-on fastener 200 can space and / or isolate the linear components from each other.

[0047] refer to Fig.12 and Fig.13 The push-on fastener 200 further includes a hinge 272. In some embodiments, the hinge 272 is a flexible living hinge. The body 204 is pivotally connected to the cover 206 via the hinge 272.

[0048] Based on the foregoing, it will be understood that the first and second example push-on fasteners 100, 200 described above are suitable for a variety of stud sizes while reducing the installation force of installing the push-on fasteners 100, 200 on the studs. Therefore, the push-on fasteners 100, 200 can reduce the number of parts in the manufacturing facility. In addition, because the push-on fasteners 100, 200 are suitable for a variety of stud sizes, the materials originally used to manufacture a series of fasteners of different sizes can be reduced. Therefore, compared with existing fasteners, the first and second example push-on fasteners 100, 200 disclosed above save resources.

[0049] Although a variety of different spatial and directional terms such as top, bottom, lower, middle, lateral, horizontal, vertical, front, etc. may be used to describe examples of the present disclosure, it should be understood that such terms are used only with respect to the orientations shown in the drawings. These orientations may be reversed, rotated, or otherwise changed so that an upper portion is a lower portion, vice versa, horizontal becomes vertical, and so on.

[0050] Variations and modifications of the foregoing are within the scope of the present disclosure. It should be understood that the examples disclosed and defined herein extend to all alternative combinations of two or more individual features mentioned or apparent from the text and / or drawings. All of these different combinations constitute a variety of different alternative aspects of the present disclosure. The examples described herein explain the best mode known for practicing the present disclosure and will enable other persons skilled in the art to utilize the present disclosure. The claims should be interpreted as including alternative examples within the scope allowed by the prior art.

Claims

1. A push-on fastener, comprising: a base defining an opening; a third radial barb or a fourth radial barb, the third radial barb or the fourth radial barb extending from the base; a second axial support between the first axial support and the third axial support and extending from the base; a first radial barb extending from the second axial support; a third protrusion extending from the second axial support; a second crossbar connected to the second axial support; and A first arched column or a second arched column, wherein the first arched column or the second arched column extends from the second crossbar.

2. The push-on fastener according to claim 1, wherein: The third radial barb or the fourth radial barb extends into the opening.

3. The push-on fastener according to claim 1, wherein: The first radial barb is arcuate.

4. The push-on fastener of claim 1 further comprising an attachment feature connected to the base.

5. The push-on fastener according to claim 4, wherein: The attachment feature is connected to the base via a tapered ramp portion.

6. The push-on fastener of claim 1, further comprising a first protrusion extending from the second crossbar. 7 . The push-on fastener of claim 1 , further comprising the first axial support or the third axial support connected to the base and the second crossbar.

8. The push-on fastener of claim 7, further comprising: A first crossbar or a third crossbar connected to the first axial support or the third axial support.

9. The push-on fastener of claim 1, further comprising: a first axial support or a third axial support, and A stop extends from the base.

10. The push-on fastener of claim 9, further comprising a toothed rod pivotally extending from the first axial support or the third axial support, wherein the stop limits pivotal movement of the toothed rod relative to the first axial support or the third axial support.

11. The push-on fastener of claim 1, wherein: The first radial barb shields the opening.

12. A push-on fastener, comprising: a base defining an opening; a third radial barb or a fourth radial barb, the third radial barb or the fourth radial barb extending from the base; a second axial support between the first axial support and the third axial support and extending from the base; a first radial barb extending from the second axial support; a third protrusion extending from the second axial support; the first axial support, and A first stop extends from the first axial support toward the first radial barb.

13. The push-on fastener of claim 12, further comprising a toothed rod pivotally extending from the first axial support, wherein the first stop limits pivotal movement of the toothed rod relative to the first axial support.

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