Sleeve storage system and sleeve storage device

Abstract

The utility model provides a sleeve storage system and a sleeve storage device. The sleeve storage system includes one or more storage rails, sleeve holders of various sizes, and sleeve posts. The sleeve storage rails include a plurality of dovetail attachments to allow selective coupling between the sleeve storage rails. The sleeve retainers can be adjusted relative to the sleeve storage rail to achieve additional customization.

Description

[0001] Cross-references to related patent applications

[0002] This application claims the benefit of and priority to U.S. Provisional Application No. 63 / 281,210, filed on November 19, 2021, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. Background Art

[0003] The present invention generally relates to the field of tool storage and particularly to a variety of different socket holders or storage attachments designed to better hold or retain a socket on the storage attachment. Utility Model Content

[0004] One embodiment of the utility model relates to a sleeve storage system including a first sleeve guide. The first sleeve guide includes an upper body portion, a lower body portion, and a rod. The upper body portion includes a plurality of walls that define a plurality of slots between adjacent walls. The lower body portion is coupled to the upper body portion, and the rod is positioned between the upper body portion and the lower body portion. The rod extends along the longitudinal axis of the first sleeve guide. The sleeve storage system further includes a sleeve retainer. The sleeve retainer is removably coupled to the first sleeve guide. Each slot in the plurality of slots is configured to receive a sleeve retainer. When the sleeve retainer is positioned in one of the plurality of slots, the sleeve retainer extends around the rod and engages therewith to couple the sleeve retainer to the first sleeve guide.

[0005] Another embodiment of the utility model relates to a sleeve storage system including a sleeve guide. The sleeve guide includes an upper body portion, a lower body portion, a locking rod, and a sliding lock. The upper body portion includes a plurality of walls, which define a plurality of slots between adjacent walls. The lower body portion is coupled to the upper body portion. The locking rod is located between the upper body portion and the lower body portion and extends along the longitudinal axis of the sleeve guide. The sliding lock is coupled to one end of the locking rod and slidably engages with the upper body portion. The sleeve storage system further includes a sleeve retainer. The sleeve retainer is configured to be received in the plurality of slots and is coupled to the sleeve guide by the locking rod. The sliding lock can move between an unlocked position and a locked position, in which the sleeve retainer can be removed from the sleeve guide, and in which the locking position, the locking rod engages the sleeve retainer to fix the sleeve retainer to the sleeve guide.

[0006] Another embodiment of the utility model relates to a sleeve storage system including a first sleeve guide and a second sleeve storage guide. The first sleeve guide includes an upper body portion, a lower body portion, and a locking rod. The upper body portion includes a plurality of walls, which define a plurality of slots between adjacent walls. The lower body portion is coupled to the upper body portion. The locking rod is located between the upper body portion and the lower body portion, and extends along the first longitudinal axis of the first sleeve guide. The second sleeve guide includes an upper body portion, a lower body portion, and a locking rod. The upper body portion includes a plurality of walls, which define a plurality of slots between adjacent walls. The lower body portion is coupled to the upper body portion. The locking rod is located between the upper body portion and the lower body portion, and extends along the second longitudinal axis of the second sleeve guide. The sleeve storage system further includes a sleeve retainer. The sleeve retainer is removably coupled to the first sleeve guide or the second sleeve guide. The first sleeve guide and the second sleeve guide each include a plurality of dovetail attachments and attachment recesses positioned along an outer wall of the body upper portion such that the first sleeve guide and the second sleeve guide can be removably coupled together.

[0007] Another embodiment of the utility model relates to a sleeve storage device including one or more sleeve guides and a plurality of sleeve retainers. The sleeve guide includes an upper body portion, a lower body portion, a locking rod, and a sliding lock. The upper body portion is releasably connected to the lower body portion. The locking rod is located between the upper body portion and the lower body portion and extends along the major axis of the sleeve guide. The sleeve guide includes a plurality of walls extending in an orientation that crosses the major axis, and in a specific embodiment, the plurality of walls are generally parallel to the minor axis. The plurality of walls define a plurality of slots, wherein each slot is configured to receive a sleeve retainer. When positioned in the slot, the sleeve retainer at least partially extends around the locking rod and engages therewith to couple the sleeve retainer to the sleeve guide. The upper body portion of the sleeve guide further includes a plurality of dovetail attachments and recesses, which are configured to receive and engage the dovetail attachment of another sleeve guide so that the sleeve guide can be selectively coupled together.

[0008] In another embodiment of the present invention, the sleeve guide further comprises: a projection extending outward from the outer wall of the upper part of the body; and a recessed portion positioned along the outer wall of the upper part of the body. The projection and the recessed portion allow the sleeve guide to be selectively coupled to another sleeve guide or a tray for storage.

[0009] In another embodiment of the present invention, the outer wall of the upper part of the body includes a pair of longitudinal outer walls and a pair of end walls extending between and connecting the pair of longitudinal outer walls. The extension is positioned along at least one of the pair of longitudinal outer walls or at least one of the pair of end walls.

[0010] Another embodiment of the utility model relates to a magnetic sleeve storage device including one or more sleeve guides and a plurality of sleeve retainers. The sleeve guide includes a body upper portion and a base portion that are releasably coupled. Each sleeve retainer includes a magnet located in the sleeve retainer to retain the sleeve. The sleeve guide further includes a plurality of dovetail attachments and recesses that are configured to receive and engage the dovetail attachment of another sleeve guide so that the sleeve guides can be selectively coupled together.

[0011] Another embodiment of the utility model relates to an adjustable magnetic sleeve storage device including one or more sleeve guides and a plurality of adjustable sleeve retainers. The sleeve guide includes a releasably coupled upper body portion, a rod, and a base. Each sleeve retainer includes a magnet positioned within the sleeve retainer to retain the sleeve. The sleeve guide further includes a plurality of dovetail attachments and recesses configured to receive and engage the dovetail attachment of another sleeve guide so that the sleeve guides can be selectively coupled together.

[0012] Additional features and advantages will be set forth in the following detailed description, and those skilled in the art will readily understand from the description or will recognize in part these additional features and advantages by practicing the embodiments as described in this written description and claims and in the accompanying drawings. It should be understood that both the above general description and the following detailed description are exemplary.

[0013] The accompanying drawings are included to provide a further understanding and are incorporated in and constitute a part of this specification. The drawings illustrate one or more embodiments and together with the description serve to explain principles and operation of the various embodiments. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0014] The present application will be more fully understood from the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which like reference numerals refer to like elements, and in which:

[0015] Figure 1 is a perspective view of a cartridge storage system including a storage rail and a cartridge clip according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0016] Figure 2 According to an exemplary embodiment, Figure 1 A perspective view of the sleeve storage system as seen from underneath.

[0017] Figure 3 According to an exemplary embodiment Figure 1 A plan view of a cartridge storage system.

[0018] Figure 4According to an exemplary embodiment Figure 1 Left side perspective view of a storage rail with the sliding lock in the unlocked position.

[0019] Figure 5 According to an exemplary embodiment Figure 1 Left side perspective view of a storage rail with the sliding lock in the locked position.

[0020] Figure 6 According to an exemplary embodiment Figure 1 Right side perspective view of a storage rail with the sliding lock in the unlocked position.

[0021] Figure 7 is a detailed perspective view of a sliding lock of a storage rail according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0022] Figure 8 According to an exemplary embodiment Figure 1 An exploded view of the cartridge storage system.

[0023] Fig. 9 According to an exemplary embodiment, Figure 1 Detailed perspective view of the upper portion of the storage rail seen below.

[0024] Fig.10 According to an exemplary embodiment Figure 1 A perspective view of a sleeve storage system with an upper portion of the storage rail removed.

[0025] Fig.11 is a detailed perspective view of a large socket clip according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0026] Fig.12 is a detailed perspective view of a small sleeve clip according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0027] Fig.13 is a perspective view of a cartridge storage system including a storage rail and a cartridge holder according to another exemplary embodiment.

[0028] Fig.14 According to an exemplary embodiment Fig.13 A perspective view of a sleeve storage rail.

[0029] Fig.15 According to an exemplary embodiment Fig.13 A perspective view of a locking lever of a cartridge storage system.

[0030] Fig.16 According to an exemplary embodiment Fig.13 Locking rod end cap for the socket storage system.

[0031] Fig.17According to an exemplary embodiment Fig.13 Detailed perspective view of the handle of the sleeve storage system.

[0032] Fig.18 According to an exemplary embodiment Fig.13 Detailed perspective view of the large sleeve clip of the sleeve storage system.

[0033] Fig.19 According to an exemplary embodiment Fig.13 Detailed perspective view of the small sleeve clip of the sleeve storage system.

[0034] Fig. 20 According to an exemplary embodiment Fig.13 Detailed perspective view of the medium sleeve clip of the sleeve storage system.

[0035] Fig.21 is a perspective view of a cartridge storage system including a storage rail and a cartridge holder according to another exemplary embodiment.

[0036] Fig. 22 According to an exemplary embodiment Fig.21 Exploded view of the sleeve storage rail of the sleeve storage rail.

[0037] Fig.23 According to an exemplary embodiment Fig.21 A cross-sectional view of a sleeve storage retainer of a sleeve storage rail.

[0038] Fig.24 According to an exemplary embodiment Fig.21 A perspective view of a portion of a sleeve storage rail.

[0039] Fig.25 According to an exemplary embodiment Fig.21 A perspective view of another portion of the sleeve storage rail.

[0040] Fig.26 is a perspective view of a cartridge storage guide and cartridge holder according to another exemplary embodiment.

[0041] Fig. 27 According to an exemplary embodiment Fig.26 Exploded view of the sleeve storage rail.

[0042] Fig.28 is a perspective view of a number of different sleeve posts according to exemplary embodiments.

[0043] Fig.29 According to an exemplary embodiment, Fig.21 The cartridge storage system and Fig.26 A stereoscopic view of a cartridge storage system with a cartridge storage rail.

[0044] Fig.30 According to an exemplary embodiment, Fig.29 Exploded view of a cartridge storage kit of a cartridge storage system of FIG.

[0045] Fig.31 yes Fig.30 A perspective view of a sleeve storage kit.

[0046] Fig.32 According to an exemplary embodiment, Figure 1 Exploded view of a cartridge storage kit of a cartridge storage system of FIG.

[0047] Fig.33 yes Fig.32 A perspective view of a sleeve storage kit. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0048] Referring generally to the accompanying drawings, a plurality of different embodiments of an adjustable sleeve storage system are shown. The various embodiments of the sleeve storage system discussed herein allow one or more storage rails to be selectively connected to each other in a modular storage system (e.g., a tool storage unit). The storage rails include a plurality of connectors (shown as dovetail attachments on both sides and / or both ends of the storage rails). When connected by dovetail attachments, the storage rails can be more easily carried (e.g., becoming like a carrying tray rather than a separate rail). In addition, connecting a plurality of different storage rails provides increased stability for the sleeve storage device. For example, when a plurality of different storage rails are connected and placed in a drawer (e.g., in a toolbox, trolley, box, etc.), if the drawer is slammed shut by a user, the connected rails help prevent the storage rails from falling or tipping over due to a lower center of gravity.

[0049] In addition, the applicant believes that the storage system provides a more reliable attachment to the sleeve holder (shown as a clip). The storage rail includes a plurality of discrete slots or positions to position the sleeve holder therein so that the sleeve holder does not slide around and move over time (e.g., when the rail is carried or stored in a drawer, etc.). In addition, a plurality of different discrete positions for the sleeve holder to attach allow for additional customization of the sleeve storage system. For example, a large sleeve that may require more space relative to a smaller sleeve can be attached to a farther slot, while a smaller sleeve can also be positioned in a closer slot to maximize storage space.

[0050] In various embodiments, the cartridge storage system includes a magnetic cartridge storage rail having magnets in the cartridge holder to better retain the cartridges in the cartridge holder and the cartridge storage rail. A plurality of cartridge posts of different lengths can be selectively coupled to the cartridge holder to further secure the cartridges in the cartridge rail.

[0051] refer to Figures 1 to 3 , showing various aspects of a system for holding and / or storing sleeves, shown as a sleeve storage system 10. The sleeve storage system 10 includes a storage device, shown as a sleeve guide 12, and a plurality of different sleeve retainers, shown as sleeve retaining clips 14, 16. The sleeve guide 12 includes an upper body portion 18, a lower body portion 22, a rod shown as a locking rod 20, and a sliding lock 48. The upper body portion 18 is releasably coupled to the lower body portion 22. The locking rod 20 is located between the upper body portion 18 and the lower body portion 22 and extends along the long axis or longitudinal axis 45 of the sleeve guide 12, with the upper body portion 18 being at the top and the lower body portion 22 being at the bottom (in a manner of Figure 1 and Figure 3 In the illustrated orientation). In a particular embodiment, the sleeve guide 12 includes a pair of sliding locks 48. The sliding locks 48 are coupled to one end of the locking rod 20.

[0052] The upper body portion 18 includes opposite longitudinal outer walls 26 extending generally parallel to the major axis 45 of the sleeve guide 12, and opposite end walls 28 extending parallel to the minor axis or transverse axis 47. In other words, the opposite end walls 28 extend between and connect the opposite longitudinal outer walls 26. In another embodiment, the longitudinal outer walls 26 and the end walls 28 can be angled relative to the major axis 45 and the minor axis 47, respectively. The upper body portion 18 includes a plurality of protrusions or extensions (shown as dovetail attachments 24, 38). The extensions or dovetail attachments 24, 28 extend outwardly from the outer walls 26, 28 of the upper body portion 18.

[0053] In a particular embodiment, the dovetail attachment 24 is positioned along at least one longitudinal outer wall 26, and the dovetail attachment 38 is positioned along at least one end wall 28 (i.e., along the outer wall of the upper body portion 18). In such an embodiment, the end wall 28 opposite the end wall 28 including the dovetail attachment 38 includes an end recess 40 that is sized and configured to receive the dovetail attachment 38 of another sleeve rail 12. In a particular embodiment, the dovetail attachment 24 has a different size and / or dimension than the dovetail attachment 38. In another embodiment, the dovetail attachment 24 can have the same size and / or dimension as the dovetail attachment 38.

[0054] Each dovetail attachment 24 includes a pair of angled side walls 27 extending at an angle from the outer wall 26. The dovetail attachment outermost wall 25 extends between and connects the pair of angled side walls 27. The dovetail attachment outermost wall 25 is generally parallel to the outer wall 26 of the sleeve guide 12. In a specific embodiment, the angle A between the angled side walls 27 and the outer wall 26 is between 45° and 65°, and more specifically between 50° and 60°. In a specific embodiment, A is about 55° (e.g., 55°±2°). In other embodiments, the angle A is measured relative to the longitudinal axis 45 of the sleeve guide 12 (e.g., in embodiments where the outer wall 26 is non-planar).

[0055] Each dovetail attachment 38 includes a pair of angled side walls 46 extending at an angle from the end wall 28. The attachment outer wall 44 extends between and connects the pair of angled side walls 46. The attachment outer wall 44 is generally parallel to the end wall 28 of the sleeve guide 12. In a specific embodiment, the angle B between the angled side walls 46 and the end wall 28 is between 45° and 65°, and more specifically between 50° and 60°. In a specific embodiment, the angle B is about 55° (e.g., 55°±2°). In other embodiments, the angle B is measured relative to the minor axis 47 of the sleeve guide 12 (e.g., in an embodiment where the end wall 28 is non-planar). In a specific embodiment, the angle B is the same as the angle A. In another embodiment, the angle B is different from the angle A.

[0056] The sleeve guide 12, specifically the upper body portion 18, includes a plurality of pairs of attachment extensions 36. Each pair of attachment extensions 36 together at least partially defines an attachment recess 34. The pair of attachment extensions 36 includes a left attachment extension 36 having an angled surface 30 facing inward (i.e., partially facing the outer wall 26 and / or the longitudinal axis 45), and the opposite right attachment extension 36 includes an angled surface 30 facing inward (i.e., partially facing the outer wall 26 and / or the longitudinal axis 45). The recessed wall portion 32 extends between and connects the pair of attachment extensions 36, and specifically is located between and connects the angled surfaces 30. The recessed wall portion 32 extends parallel to the long axis 45 and the outer wall 26 of the sleeve guide 12.

[0057] As previously discussed, the plurality of dovetail attachments 24 and attachment recesses 34 are configured to receive and engage the dovetail attachments 24 and attachment recesses of another sleeve rail 12 so that the sleeve rails 12 can be selectively or removably coupled together. In a particular embodiment, the dovetail attachments 24 and attachment recesses 34 allow for selective coupling to the sleeve rails 12 or a tray (e.g., see 800, 900) for storage. The sleeve rails 12 can be coupled together along the longitudinal outer wall 26 and / or the end wall 28.

[0058] In a particular embodiment, a sleeve rail 12 is coupled to another sleeve rail 12 along the end wall 28 such that the longitudinal axis 45 of the first sleeve rail 12 is co-linear with the longitudinal axis 12 of the second sleeve rail 12 (see, for example, Fig.30 In a specific embodiment, the sleeve guide 12 is coupled to another sleeve guide 12 along the longitudinal outer wall 26 so that the longitudinal axis of the first sleeve guide 12 is parallel to the longitudinal axis of the second sleeve guide 12 (see, for example, Fig.29 ).

[0059] The upper body portion 18 further includes a plurality of walls 21. The walls 21 of the upper body portion 18 are oriented transversely (ie, transversely and / or perpendicularly) to the major axis 45. In a particular embodiment, the plurality of walls 21 are oriented generally parallel to the minor axis 47 of the sleeve guide 12. Figure 2 As shown, the lower body portion 22 includes a plurality of walls 42 extending in an orientation transverse to the major axis 45. In a particular embodiment, the plurality of walls 42 are generally parallel to the minor axis 47. The lower body portion 22 includes a corresponding wall 42 for each wall 21 of the upper body portion 18, wherein the wall 42 is positioned below the wall 21 (in the form of a vertical axis). Figures 1 to 3 A plurality of openings or slots 23 are located between adjacent walls 21 and corresponding adjacent walls 42.

[0060] In other words, the plurality of walls 21, 42 define a plurality of slots 23 between adjacent walls 21, 24. Each slot 23 is configured to receive a portion of the sleeve retaining clip 14, 16. Specifically, the size and / or shape of each slot 23 is designed to receive a portion of the sleeve retaining clip 14, 16. When the sleeve retaining clip 14, 16 is located in one of the plurality of slots 23, the sleeve retaining clip 14, 16 extends around and engages with the locking rod 20 to couple the sleeve retaining clip 14, 16 to the sleeve guide 12. The sleeve retaining clip 14, 16 is coupled to the sleeve guide 12 via the locking rod 20.

[0061] refer to Figure 2 , the lower body portion 22 includes opposite longitudinal side walls 43 extending transverse to the minor axis 47 and an end wall 39 extending transverse to the major axis 45. In a particular embodiment, the longitudinal side walls 43 extend parallel to the major axis 45 of the sleeve guide 12, and the end wall 39 extends parallel to the minor axis 47. The end wall 39 of the lower body portion 22 at least partially faces outward and is located in the end recess 40. The sleeve guide 12 includes a plurality of gaps or spaces 41, which are located behind the attachment extension 36 (in the form of Figure 2 oriented as shown) and in front of at least one longitudinal side wall 43 of the lower body portion 22. Figure 3, the extended central portion 50 of the upper body portion 18 extends from the major axis 45 a distance greater than the distance between the major axis 45 and the outer wall 26. In a particular embodiment, the extended central portion 50 is positioned between the dovetail attachments 24 on one outer wall 26 and between the opposing pairs of attachment extensions 36 on the opposing outer wall 26.

[0062] refer to Figures 4 to 6 , showing a detailed perspective view of the right and left ends of the sleeve guide 12. The end wall 28 is connected to the opposite outer wall 26 by a pair of inclined edges 52. The sliding lock 48 is slidably engaged with the upper body portion 18 (i.e., movable along the transverse axis 47) and is positioned in the locking recess 53. The locking recess 53 is partially defined by a pair of opposing surfaces 55, 57. The sliding lock 48 includes opposite ramp portions 62 on both sides of a plurality of ridges or grips 58 and a gripping recess 60. The gripping recess 60 is located on both sides of the ridge 58. The sliding lock 48 can be moved in the direction of either outer wall 26, as shown by arrows 54. The locking recess 53 further includes an indicator (shown as an unlocked indicator 56) to indicate the current state of the sliding lock 48. When the unlocked indicator 56 is visible to the user, the sliding lock 48 is in the open or unlocked position.

[0063] Figure 4 The slide lock 48 is shown in a first unlocked position, and Figure 5 The slide lock 48 is shown in a second locked position. The locking recess 53 includes another indicator (shown as a closed lock indicator 64). The open lock indicator 56 and the closed lock indicator 64 can be applied by stickers or laser etching. As will be discussed in more detail below, when the slide lock 48 is in the locked position, the locking bar 20 is pushed into a position that prevents the sleeve retaining clips 14, 16 from being removed from the sleeve guide 12. When the slide lock 48 is in the unlocked position, the locking bar 20 is positioned between the legs of the sleeve retaining clips 14, 16 so that they can be removed from the sleeve guide 12.

[0064] refer to Figure 6 , showing a detailed perspective view of the right end of the sleeve guide 12. A portion of the end wall 39 of the lower body portion 22 faces outward and is positioned in the end recess 40. A corresponding recess wall 68 is parallel to the end wall 28 of the upper body portion 18 and the end wall 39 of the lower body portion 22. An opposing pair of angled walls 66 extend from the recess wall 68 and connect to the end wall 28.

[0065] refer to Figure 7 , shows a detailed perspective view of a slide lock 48 according to an exemplary embodiment. The slide lock 48 includes an upper portion 69 and a tab 70 that extends downwardly toward the body lower portion 22 of the sleeve guide 12. A slot 72 extends through the tab 70. The slot 72 is configured to receive a portion of the locking bar 20 (e.g., see Figure 8 and Fig.10 ). The upper portion 69 includes a lower surface 74 and a pair of side surfaces 80 at which the upper portion 69 is coupled to the tab 70. As the sliding lock 48 moves, the side surfaces 80 interface with the opposing surfaces 55, 57 of the locking recess 53. The lower surface 74 includes a plurality of recesses 76 having curved inner surfaces 78. In a particular embodiment, one recess 76 is located on the side of the tab 70 of the sliding lock 48 adjacent to the indicator 56 for the open lock, and two recesses 76 are located on the opposite side of the tab 70 adjacent to the indicator 64 for the closed lock.

[0066] like Figure 8 As shown, within the locking recess 53, the upper body portion 18 includes an opening 86 extending through the upper body portion 18. A pair of rods 84, 85 protrude from the edge 83 of the opening 86. The end of each rod 84, 85 away from the edge 83 includes a protrusion 82. In a specific embodiment, the rod 85 extends from the edge 83 adjacent to the indicator 64 of the closed lock and has a first length, while the rod 84 extends from the edge 83 adjacent to the indicator 56 of the open lock and has a second length. In such an embodiment, the first length is greater than the second length. In a specific embodiment, the plurality of recesses 76 and the protrusion 82 have a partially spherical shape. When the sliding lock 48 is in the unlocked position (e.g., see Figure 4 ), the rod 85 is located above the two recesses 76 adjacent to the closed lock indicator 64, so that the protrusion 82 is received in the recess 76 of the tab 70 closer to the sliding lock 48. When in this position, the opposing protrusions 82 and rod 84 abut against the lower surface 74 of the sliding lock 48, and not against the recesses 76. When the sliding lock 48 is in the locked position (see, for example, Figure 5 ), the slide lock 48 moves so that the protrusion 82 of the rod 85 is received in the recess 76 on the side farther from the lug 70 and in the only recess 76 on the other side of the lug 70 (i.e., the protrusion 82 of the rod 84 is located in the recess). When in this locked position, the two protrusions 82 abut against the curved inner surface 78 of the recess 76, thereby providing resistance to movement of the slide lock 48 and the locking rod 20.

[0067] refer to Figure 8 , shows an exploded view of the cartridge storage system 10 according to an exemplary embodiment. The locking bar 20 includes a first end 88 and a second end 90 opposite the first end 88. The first end 88 and the second end 90 are each received in the slot 72 of the sliding lock 48 (see, for example, Fig.10 When the slide lock 48 is in the operative state, the tab 70 extends through the opening 86 in the upper body portion 18 and the upper portion 69 is received within the locking recess 53 .

[0068] The lower body portion 22 includes a cavity 92 defined between the last wall 42 and the end wall 39. The end wall 39 further includes an upper extension 94 extending away from the end wall 39 toward the upper body portion 18. The upper extension 94 of the end wall 39 is positioned generally centrally between the longitudinal side walls 43 and provides a barrier to prevent the locking bar 20 from moving out of the sleeve guide 12. The lower body portion 22 further includes an extended central portion 96 extending from the major axis 45 a distance greater than the distance between the major axis 45 and the longitudinal side walls 43. The location of the extended central portion 96 corresponds to the location of the extended central portion 50 of the upper body portion 18. In a particular embodiment, the extended central portion 96 is positioned between side extensions 98 corresponding to the location of the dovetail attachment 24 of the upper body portion on one of the longitudinal side walls 43.

[0069] The lower body portion 22 includes a plurality of cylindrical recesses 100 configured to receive a plurality of cylindrical recesses extending downwardly from the upper body portion 18 (in the Figure 1 oriented) extending from a plurality of columns 112 (see, for example, Fig. 9 ). When the post 112 is received in the post recess 100, the upper body portion 18 is coupled to the lower body portion 22. The lower body portion 22 further includes an open-sided cavity 102 defined in part by the last wall 42 on the end of the lower body portion 22 opposite the cavity 92. When assembled into the sleeve rail 12, the open-sided cavity is surrounded by the end wall 28 of the upper body portion 18 and the dovetail attachment 38.

[0070] refer to Figures 8 to 9 The upper body portion 18 and the lower body portion 22 together surround the locking rod 20. The lower body portion 22, and in particular the plurality of walls 42, each include a cutout section 104. In a particular embodiment, the cutout section 104 has a generally rectangular shape. The cutout section 104 creates an area or space 106 extending across the lower body portion 22 between the open-sided cavity 102 and the cavity 92. Fig. 9 As shown, the wall 21 of the upper body portion 18 has a corresponding cutout section 108. In a particular embodiment, the cutout section 108 has a generally rectangular shape. The cutout section 108 creates an area or space 110 extending across the upper body portion 18 between the pair of openings 86.

[0071] refer to Fig.10, shows a perspective view of the cartridge storage system 10 according to an exemplary embodiment, wherein the upper body portion 18 of the cartridge guide 12 is removed. The first end 88 of the locking rod 20 extends through the slot 72 of the sliding lock 48, and its tab 70 extends downwardly into the laterally open cavity 102. The second end 90 of the locking rod 20 extends through the slot 72 of the opposite sliding lock 48, and its tab 70 is received in the cavity 92 of the lower body portion 22 of the cartridge guide 12. The remainder of the locking rod 20 is at least partially positioned within the cutout section 104 of the wall 42, and is positioned in the cutout section 108 of the upper body portion 18 when the cartridge guide 12 is assembled (see, for example, Fig. 9 The sleeve retains the clip 14, 16 positioned within its own discrete slot 23 with its clip portion 120, 142 (see, e.g., Figure 11 to Figure 12 ) surrounds the locking rod 20. When the user moves the sliding lock 48 toward the closed lock indicator 64, the locking rod 20 moves within the cutout sections 104 and 108 in the same direction as the sliding lock 48. As will be described in more detail below, the movement of the locking rod 20 secures the sleeve retaining clips 14, 16 to the sleeve guide 12.

[0072] refer to Figure 11 to Figure 12 , details of two sleeve retaining clips 14, 16 are shown according to an exemplary embodiment. The sleeve retaining clips 14, 16 can be removably coupled to the sleeve guide 12. The sleeve retaining clip 14 includes a neck portion 118 and a clip portion 120 coupled to the neck portion 118. The neck portion 118 includes an upper portion 122, a base 124, and a top surface 128 located on the opposite end from the base 124. The upper portion 122 includes a cavity 126 extending through the upper portion 122. The top surface 128 of the neck portion 118 includes a through hole 130 defined in the top surface 128, which is connected to the cavity 126. The through hole 130 is configured to receive and secure a rod or a post (e.g., see Fig.13 and Fig.28 Element 217), the sleeve can extend around the rod or post. When assembled with the sleeve clip 14, the post extends away from the top surface 126 of the neck portion 118.

[0073] The base 124 is coupled to the clip portion 120. The clip portion 120 extends downwardly or axially away from the neck portion 118. The clip portion 120 includes a continuous or solid upper portion 132 adjacent to the base 124, and a pair of side members or legs 134. Each leg 134 is curved so as to extend into an inwardly extending portion 136. An opening (i.e., a narrow or elongated opening) or slot 138 is positioned between the pair of legs 134, wherein a gap or opening 139 is defined between the opposing inwardly extending portions 136 of the clip portion 120, and the gap or opening is positioned below the opening 138 (i.e., in the direction of the lower body portion 22). The opening 138 is positioned between the bottom of the neck portion 118 and the opposing inwardly extending portions 136. A gap 139 is defined between opposing inner surfaces (ie, surfaces facing the base 124 ) of the inwardly extending portion 136 , and is located below and connected to the opening 138 .

[0074] The opening or slot 138 of the sleeve retaining clip 14 is configured and / or sized to receive the locking rod 20. The neck portion 118 is configured to retain a sleeve. In a specific embodiment, the neck portion 118 is sized to retain a sleeve having a 1 / 2 inch size. In other embodiments, the sleeve retaining clip may be sized to retain various other standard sleeve sizes (e.g., 3 / 8 inch sleeve, 3 / 4 inch sleeve, etc.).

[0075] Generally speaking, the sleeve retaining clip 16 is substantially the same as the sleeve retaining clip 14, except for the differences discussed herein. The sleeve retaining clip 16 includes a neck portion 140 and a clip portion 142. The neck portion 140 includes an upper portion 144, a base 146, and a top surface 150 located on an end opposite the base 146. The upper portion 144 includes a cavity 148 extending through the upper portion 144. The top surface 150 of the neck portion 140 includes a through hole 152 connected to the cavity 148. The through hole 152 is configured to receive a rod or post (e.g., see Fig.13 and Fig.28 Element 217) around which the sleeve can extend. Base 146 is coupled to clip portion 142. Clip portion 142 includes a continuous or solid upper portion 154 adjacent to base 146, and a pair of side members or legs 156. Each leg 156 is curved so as to extend into an inward extension 158. An opening or slot 160 is positioned between the pair of legs 156, wherein a gap or opening 161 is defined between the opposing inward extensions 158 of clip portion 142. The slot 160 of sleeve retaining clip 16 is configured to receive locking rod 20. Neck portion 140 is configured to retain a sleeve. In a specific embodiment, the size of neck portion 140 is designed to retain a sleeve having a size of 1 / 4 inch.

[0076] As previously discussed, the slide lock 48 is movable between an unlocked position in which the sleeve retaining clips 14, 16 are removable from the sleeve guide 12 and a locked position in which the locking bar 20 engages the sleeve retaining clips 14, 16 to secure the sleeve retaining clips 14, 16 to the sleeve guide 12. The locking bar 20 translates in a direction perpendicular to the longitudinal axis 45 when the slide lock 48 is moved to the locked position or the unlocked position.

[0077] When the user moves the slide lock 48 to the locked position, the locking bar 20 moves from within the openings 138, 160 located above the opening or gap 139 of the clip portion 120 and the opening or gap 161 of the clip portion 142 (i.e., in a direction facing the upper body portion 18) to at least partially above the inward extensions 136 and 158 of the sleeve retaining clips 14 and 16, respectively, thereby securing the sleeve retaining clips 14, 16 to the sleeve guide 12. In other words, in the unlocked position, the relative position of the gaps 139, 161 allows the user to pull the sleeve retaining clips 14, 16 upward (i.e., away from the sleeve guide 12), while in the locked position, the relative positioning of the locking bar 20 causes engagement and / or resistance between the inward extensions 136, 158 and the locking bar 20, such that the sleeve retaining clips 14, 16 are secured to the sleeve guide 12.

[0078] refer to Figures 13 to 20 , illustrates various aspects of a system for holding and / or storing cartridges, illustrated as cartridge storage system 210. In general, cartridge storage system 210 is substantially the same as cartridge storage system 10, except for the differences discussed herein. Figures 13 to 15 , the sleeve storage system 210 includes a storage device (shown as a sleeve guide 212) and a plurality of different sleeve retainers (shown as sleeve retainers 214, 215, 216). The sleeve guide 212 includes a body portion 218, a locking rod 220, and one or more handles 248. In a specific embodiment, the body portion 218 is a single integral component. In another embodiment, the body portion 218 may include an upper body portion and a lower body portion that are releasably coupled together. The locking rod 220 is positioned within the body portion 218 and extends along the major axis 245 of the sleeve guide 212.

[0079] The body portion 218 includes opposite longitudinal outer walls 226 extending across a minor axis 247, and opposite end walls 228 extending across a major axis 245. In other embodiments, the opposite longitudinal outer walls 226 extend parallel to the major axis 245 of the sleeve rail 212, and the opposite end walls 228 extend parallel to the minor axis 247. The body portion 218 includes a plurality of protrusions or extensions (shown as dovetail attachments 224, 238). In a particular embodiment, the dovetail attachment 224 is positioned along at least one longitudinal outer wall 226, and the dovetail attachment 238 is positioned along at least one end wall 228. In such an embodiment, the end wall 228 opposite the end wall 228 including the dovetail attachment 238 includes an end recess 240 that is sized and configured to receive the dovetail attachment 238 of another sleeve rail 212. In a particular embodiment, dovetail attachment 224 has a different size and / or dimensions than dovetail attachment 238. In another embodiment, dovetail attachment 224 may have the same size and / or dimensions as dovetail attachment 238.

[0080] Each dovetail attachment 224 includes a pair of angled side walls 227 extending at an angle from an outer wall 226. A dovetail attachment outermost wall 225 extends between and connects the pair of angled side walls 227. The dovetail attachment outermost wall 225 is generally parallel to the outer wall 226 of the sleeve guide 212. Each dovetail attachment 238 includes a pair of angled side walls 246 extending at an angle from an end wall 228. An attachment outer wall 244 extends between and connects the pair of angled side walls 246. The attachment outer wall 244 is generally parallel to the end wall 228 of the sleeve guide 212.

[0081] The sleeve rail 212, specifically the body portion 218, includes a plurality of pairs of attachment extensions 36. Each pair of attachment extensions 236 together at least partially defines an attachment recess 234. The pair of attachment extensions 236 includes a left attachment extension 236 having an angled surface 230 facing inward (i.e., facing the outer wall 226), and an opposing right attachment extension 236 includes an angled surface 230 facing inward (i.e., facing the outer wall 226). A recessed wall portion 232 extends between the pair of attachment extensions 236, specifically between the angled surfaces 230. The recessed wall portion 232 extends parallel to the major axis 245 of the sleeve rail 212 and the outer wall 226.

[0082] The body portion 218 further includes a plurality of walls 221. The walls 221 are oriented to extend transversely to the major axis 245. In a particular embodiment, the plurality of walls 221 are oriented generally parallel to the minor axis 247 of the sleeve guide 212. A plurality of openings or slots 223 are located between adjacent walls 221. Each slot 223 is sized to receive a portion of various sized sleeve holders 214, 215, 216, and a portion of one or more handles 248.

[0083] refer to Figure 15 to Figure 16 , a perspective view of a locking rod 220 and an end cap 250 according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. The locking rod 220 includes a first end 288 and a second end 290 opposite the first end 288. The first end 288 and the second end 290 are each received in an opening or aperture 253 of a corresponding end cap 250. Each opening 253 is defined on a surface of the end cap 250 facing inward (e.g., facing the minor axis 247). In a specific embodiment, the locking rod 220 has a circular cross-sectional shape. In another embodiment, the locking rod 220 can have a different cross-sectional shape (i.e., square, rectangular, oval).

[0084] refer to Fig.17 , shows a perspective view of a handle 248 according to an exemplary embodiment. The handle 248 includes a grip portion 258, an extension portion 260, and a connecting portion 262. The connecting portion 262 includes a through hole 264 having an inner surface 265. The through hole 264 receives and engages the locking rod 220 to retain the handle 248 on the sleeve guide 212. Figures 18 to 20 , details of the sleeve holders 214, 215, and 216 are shown according to an exemplary embodiment. The sleeve holders 214, 215, and 216 are substantially identical to the sleeve retaining clips 14, 16, except for the respective connecting portions 320, 342, 372, which are formed in the same manner as the connecting portion 262 of the handle 248 and interact with the locking bar 220. In a specific embodiment, the neck portion 318 of the sleeve holder 214 is sized to hold a sleeve having a size of 1 / 2 inch. In a specific embodiment, the neck portion 340 of the sleeve holder 216 is sized to hold a sleeve having a size of 1 / 4 inch. In a specific embodiment, the neck portion 370 of the sleeve holder 215 is sized to hold a sleeve having a size of 3 / 8 inch.

[0085] refer to Figure 21 to Figure 25, illustrates aspects of a system for holding and / or storing cartridges, shown as a magnetic cartridge storage system 410. The cartridge storage system 410 includes a storage device, shown as a cartridge guide 412, and cartridge holders of various sizes, shown as cartridge holders 414, 415, 416. The cartridge guide 412 includes a magnetic body portion 418, a base 422, and a plurality of magnets 420. In a specific embodiment, the magnetic body portion 418 is a single integral component that includes the cartridge holders 414, 415, or 416. As shown in FIG. Fig.21 As shown, the spacing between the sleeve retainers on the magnetic body portion 418 can vary.

[0086] The magnetic body portion 418, specifically each sleeve holder 414, 415 or 416, includes a magnet 420 pressed into the sleeve holder. Each sleeve holder 414, 415 or 416 includes a sleeve post or rod (see, for example, Fig.28 ) through hole 430. The magnetic body portion 418 further includes a downwardly extending Fig.21 and Fig. 22 422). The sidewalls 421 are discontinuous and include a plurality of clips 423. When assembled, the magnetic body portion 418 is received in the cavity 442 of the base 422, and the clips 423 are received in the openings 444 to couple and / or snap the magnetic body portion 418 to the base 422. The connection between the sleeve rails 412 is substantially the same as the sleeve rails 12 and 212 including a plurality of dovetail attachments 424, 438 to allow for a modular storage system.

[0087] refer to Figure 26 to Figure 27 , showing various aspects of a system for holding and / or storing sleeves (shown as a magnetic sleeve storage system 510). Except for the differences discussed herein, the sleeve storage system 510 is substantially the same as the sleeve storage system 410. The sleeve storage system 510 includes a storage device (shown as a sleeve guide 512) and sleeve holders of various sizes (shown as sleeve holders 514, 515, 516). The sleeve guide 512 includes a magnetic body portion 518, a base 522, a rod (shown as a steel rod 519), and a plurality of magnets 520. The plurality of magnets 520 include various sizes, wherein each magnet 520 is sized to be pressed into one of the sleeve holders 514, 515, 516.

[0088] like Figure 26 to Figure 27As shown, the spacing between the sleeve holders 514, 515, 516 on the magnetic body portion 518 can be adjusted. Each sleeve holder 514, 515, 516 engages with the magnetic body portion 518 and the opposite sidewalls 521 of the base 522 to secure the sleeve holders 514, 515, 516 to the sleeve guide 512. The sidewall 521 includes a plurality of clips 523 to allow coupling or interlocking between the magnetic body portion 518 and the base 522. The steel rod 519 is positioned within the cavity 542 of the base and within the recess 525 of the magnetic body portion 518. The connection between the sleeve guides 512 is substantially the same as the sleeve guides 12, 212 and 412 including a plurality of dovetail attachments 524, 538 to allow the formation of a modular storage system.

[0089] refer to Fig.28 , shows various rods or sleeve posts that can be used with any of the sleeve storage systems (10, 210, 410, 510) (i.e., received within the through holes 130, 430, 530) according to exemplary embodiments. Sleeve posts 614, 615, 616 are sized for use with 1 / 4 inch, 3 / 8 inch, and 1 / 2 inch sleeves, respectively. Sleeve posts 618, 620, 622 are substantially the same as sleeve posts 614, 615, 616, except that they have a greater length.

[0090] As an example, the sleeve post 614 includes a connecting portion 625, a body portion 623, and an angled upper surface 624, which is received in the through hole (e.g., 130, 430, 530) of the sleeve holder. The angled upper surface 624 includes a size mark 626 to remind the user of the size of the sleeve. In a specific embodiment, the size mark 626 can be stamped onto the angled upper surface 624.

[0091] refer to Fig.29 , shows a cartridge storage system 710 that includes a portion of cartridge storage systems 410 and 510 according to an exemplary embodiment. The cartridge storage system 710 provides increased customization for users who may prefer a storage system with both fixed cartridge holders (i.e., 416) and movable cartridge holders (i.e., 516).

[0092] refer to Figure 30 to Figure 31, shows a plurality of different views of a sleeve storage kit 810 according to an exemplary embodiment. The sleeve storage kit 810 includes a sleeve storage system 710 and a sleeve storage tray 800. The sleeve storage tray 800 is configured to receive a sleeve storage rail (i.e., 12, 212, 412, and 512) or a system similar to the sleeve storage system 710 and interlock with it. The applicant believes that, compared with a separate connection, the further connection of the storage rail and / or system to the tray provides increased stability for the sleeve storage device. For example, when the kit or tray 800 is placed in a drawer (e.g., in a toolbox, a trolley, a box, etc.), if the drawer is slammed shut by the user, the coupled rails help prevent the storage rails from falling or tipping over due to a lower center of gravity. In addition, a sleeve storage system that is easier to transport is provided using a tray. The user can carry the sleeve storage system (e.g., the system is moved from a box, a car, a box to a workbench) without disconnecting the storage rails.

[0093] The cartridge storage tray 800 includes an outer wall 804 with a recess 802 defined therein. The recess 802 is sized and / or shaped to receive the cartridge storage system 710. The tray 800 includes a plurality of dovetail attachments or extensions 824 extending inwardly from an inner surface 806 of the wall 804. The tray 800 further includes a plurality of attachment recesses 834. The dovetail attachments 824 and the attachment recesses 834 have corresponding shapes and / or sizes to allow for connection to the cartridge storage system 710. In other words, the corresponding dovetail attachments 824 and the attachment recesses 834 are configured to receive and engage the dovetail attachments and recesses of the cartridge storage system (in this case, the cartridge storage system 710) to selectively couple the cartridge storage system 710 to the tray 800.

[0094] Each attachment recess 834 includes a pair of inwardly facing (i.e., partially facing the outer wall 804) angled surfaces 836 and a recess wall surface 830 extending between the pair of inwardly facing angled surfaces 836. The recess wall portion 830 extends parallel to the outer wall 804 of the tray 800. Each dovetail attachment 824 includes a pair of angled side walls 846 extending at an angle from the inner surface 806. The attachment outer wall 844 extends between and connects the pair of angled side walls 846. The attachment outer wall 844 is generally parallel to the outer wall 804.

[0095] In the illustrated embodiment, the tray 800 includes four dovetail attachments 824 or attachment recesses 834 along each longitudinal wall of the tray, and four dovetail attachments 824 or attachment recesses 834 along each transverse wall, such that the tray 800 accommodates eight connected rails or entire sleeve storage systems 710. In other embodiments, the tray can be sized to include a different number of sleeve storage systems (i.e., 2, 4, 6, 10, 12), such that the tray 800 is suitable for use in a variety of environments (toolbox, cart, box, etc.).

[0096] refer to Figure 32 to Figure 33 , showing a plurality of different views of a sleeve storage kit 910 according to an exemplary embodiment. The sleeve storage kit 910 includes a sleeve storage tray 900 and one or more sleeve storage systems 10. The sleeve storage tray 900 is configured to receive and interlock with the sleeve storage rails 12 of the sleeve storage system 10.

[0097] The cartridge storage tray 900 includes an outer wall 904, wherein a recess 902 is defined within the wall 904. The recess 902 is sized and / or shaped to receive one or more cartridge storage systems 10. The tray 900 includes a plurality of dovetail attachments or extensions 924 extending inwardly (i.e., toward the center of the tray) from an inner surface 906 of the wall 904. The tray 900 further includes a plurality of attachment recesses 934 extending outwardly (i.e., in the direction of the wall 904). The dovetail attachments 924 and the attachment recesses 934 have corresponding shapes and / or sizes to allow connection to the cartridge storage system 10. In other words, the corresponding dovetail attachments 924 and the attachment recesses 934 are configured to receive and engage the dovetail attachments and recesses of the cartridge storage system (in this case, the cartridge storage system 10 and / or the cartridge rail 12) to selectively couple the cartridge storage system 10 and / or the cartridge rail 12 to the tray 900.

[0098] Each attachment recess 934 includes a pair of inwardly facing (i.e., partially facing the outer wall 904) angled surfaces 936 and a recess wall surface 930 extending between the pair of inwardly facing angled surfaces 936. The recess wall portion 930 extends parallel to the outer wall 904 of the tray 900. Each dovetail attachment 924 includes a pair of angled side walls 946 extending at an angle from the inner surface 906. The attachment outer wall 944 extends between and connects the pair of angled side walls 946. The attachment outer wall 944 is generally parallel to the outer wall 804.

[0099] In the illustrated embodiment, the tray 900 includes four dovetail attachments 924 or attachment recesses 934 along each longitudinal wall of the tray, and two dovetail attachments 924 or attachment recesses 934 along each transverse wall, such that the tray 900 accommodates four connected sleeve storage systems 10. In other embodiments, the tray can be sized to include a different number of sleeve storage systems (i.e., 2, 6, 8, 10, 12), such that the tray 900 is suitable for use in a variety of environments (toolbox, cart, box, etc.).

[0100] It should be understood that the drawings show exemplary embodiments in detail, and it should be understood that the present application is not limited to the details or methods set forth in the specification or shown in the drawings. It should also be understood that the terminology is for descriptive purposes only and should not be considered as limiting.

[0101] In view of this specification, further modifications and alternative embodiments of various aspects of the utility model will be obvious to those skilled in the art. Therefore, this specification should be interpreted as being only illustrative. The construction and arrangement shown in different exemplary embodiments are only illustrative. Although only several embodiments are described in detail in this disclosure, many modifications (for example, the size, size, structure, shape and proportion of various elements, parameter values, installation arrangements, use of materials, colors, orientations, etc.) can be made without substantially departing from the novel teaching content and advantages of the subject matter described herein. Some elements shown as being integrally formed can be constructed of multiple parts or elements, the position of the elements can be reversed or otherwise changed, and the nature or quantity or position of discrete elements can be changed or changed. According to alternative embodiments, the order or sequence of any process, logic algorithm or method steps can be changed or reordered. Without departing from the scope of the utility model, other substitutions, modifications, changes and omissions can also be made to the design, operating conditions and arrangements of various exemplary embodiments.

[0102] Unless otherwise expressly stated, it is not intended in any way that any method set forth herein be interpreted as requiring that its steps be performed in a specified order. Accordingly, in the absence of an actual enumeration of the order in which the steps of a method claim should be followed or a specific statement in the claim or specification that the steps should be limited to a particular order, it is by no means intended that any particular order can be inferred. In addition, the article "a" as used herein is intended to include one or more parts or elements and is not intended to be interpreted as only one. As used herein, "rigidly coupled" means that two parts are coupled in a manner such that the parts move together in a fixed positional relationship when subjected to force.

[0103] For the purposes of this disclosure, the term "coupled" means that two components are directly or indirectly connected to each other. Such connection may be fixed in nature, or removable in nature. Such connection may be achieved by the two components and any additional intermediate components being integrally formed with each other as a single unitary body, or by the two components or the two components and any additional components being attached to each other. Such connection may be permanent in nature, or alternatively may be removable or releasable in nature.

[0104] Although the present application describes a specific combination of features in the appended claims, different embodiments of the present invention relate to any combination of any features described herein (whether or not such combination is currently required), and any such combination of features may be claimed in this application or in future applications. Any feature, element or component of any exemplary embodiment discussed above may be used alone or in combination with any feature, element or component of any other embodiment discussed above.

[0105] In various exemplary embodiments, the relative dimensions (including angles, lengths, and radii) shown in the drawings are proportional. Actual measurements of the drawings will disclose the relative dimensions, angles, and ratios of the various exemplary embodiments. The various exemplary embodiments extend to various ranges around absolute and relative dimensions, angles, and ratios that can be determined from the drawings. The various exemplary embodiments include any combination of one or more relative dimensions or angles that can be determined from the drawings. Further, actual dimensions not explicitly stated in this specification may be determined by using ratios of dimensions measured in the drawings in combination with explicit dimensions stated in this specification.

Claims

1. A cartridge storage system, characterized in that: The cartridge storage system includes: A first sleeve guide rail, the first sleeve guide rail comprising: an upper body portion including a plurality of walls defining a plurality of slots between adjacent walls; a body lower portion coupled to the body upper portion; and a rod located between the upper body portion and the lower body portion and extending along the longitudinal axis of the first sleeve guide; and a quill holder removably coupled to the first quill guide; wherein each slot of the plurality of slots is configured to receive the sleeve holder; Wherein, when the sleeve retainer is positioned within one of the plurality of slots, the sleeve retainer extends around the rod and engages the rod to couple the sleeve retainer to the first sleeve guide.

2. The cartridge storage system according to claim 1, wherein: The sleeve holder comprises: a neck portion configured to hold the sleeve; and a clip portion coupled to the neck portion, the clip portion extending downwardly and away from the neck portion and including a pair of legs, each leg of the pair of legs extending into the inwardly extending portion; Wherein an opening is positioned between the pair of legs, and wherein the opening is sized to receive the rod.

3. The cartridge storage system according to claim 2, characterized in that: The neck portion of the sleeve holder includes a top surface having a through hole defined therein, the through hole being configured to receive a sleeve post extending away from the top surface of the neck portion and configured to secure the sleeve to the sleeve holder.

4. The cartridge storage system according to claim 1, wherein: The first sleeve guide further includes a plurality of dovetail attachments and attachment recesses positioned along an outer wall of the body upper portion.

5. The cartridge storage system according to claim 4, wherein: Each dovetail attachment includes a pair of angled side walls extending at an angle from the outer wall of the upper portion of the body, and a dovetail attachment outermost wall extending between and connecting the pair of angled side walls.

6. The cartridge storage system of claim 4, wherein: Each attachment recess comprises: a pair of attachment extensions, each of the pair of attachment extensions including an inwardly facing surface; and A recessed wall portion extends between and connects the inwardly facing surfaces.

7. The cartridge storage system of claim 4, wherein: The plurality of dovetail attachments and attachment recesses are configured to receive and engage the dovetail attachments and attachment recesses of the second quill guide such that the first quill guide and the second quill guide can be selectively coupled together.

8. The cartridge storage system of claim 7, wherein: The sleeve storage system further includes a tray comprising a plurality of corresponding dovetail attachments and attachment recesses configured to receive and engage the dovetail attachments and attachment recesses of the first sleeve rail and the second sleeve rail such that the sleeve rails can be selectively coupled to the tray.

9. A sleeve storage device, characterized in that: The sleeve storage device comprises: A sleeve guide rail, the sleeve guide rail comprising: an upper body portion including a plurality of walls defining a plurality of slots between adjacent walls; a body lower portion, the body lower portion being coupled to the body upper portion; a locking bar located between the upper body portion and the lower body portion and extending along the longitudinal axis of the sleeve guide; and a sliding lock coupled to one end of the locking rod and slidably engaged with the upper portion of the body; and a sleeve retainer configured to be received within the plurality of slots and coupled to the sleeve guide via the locking rod; Wherein, the sliding lock can be moved between an unlocked position and a locked position, in which the sleeve retainer can be removed from the sleeve guide rail and in which the locking rod engages the sleeve retainer to fix the sleeve retainer to the sleeve guide rail.

10. The cartridge storage device according to claim 9, characterized in that: The sleeve holder comprises: a neck portion configured to hold the sleeve; and a clip portion coupled to the neck portion, the clip portion extending downwardly and away from the neck portion and including a pair of legs, each leg of the pair of legs extending into opposing inward extensions; an opening between the bottom of the neck portion and the opposed inwardly extending portions; and A gap is defined between opposing inner surfaces of the inwardly extending portions and is located below and connected to the opening.

11. The cartridge storage device according to claim 10, characterized in that: When the sliding lock is in the unlocked position, the locking bar is positioned within the opening of the sleeve holder, above the gap.

12. The cartridge storage device according to claim 10, wherein: When the slide lock is in the locked position, the locking bar is moved within the opening of the sleeve holder so that the locking bar is positioned over one of the opposing inward extensions.

13. The cartridge storage device according to claim 9, characterized in that: When the sliding lock moves to the locked position or the unlocked position, the locking rod translates in a direction perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the sleeve guide.

14. The cartridge storage device according to claim 9, characterized in that: The sleeve guide further comprises: A protrusion extending outwardly from an outer wall of the upper portion of the body; and a recessed portion positioned along an outer wall of the upper portion of the body; Wherein, the protrusion and the recess allow the sleeve rail to be selectively coupled to another sleeve rail or a tray for storage.

15. The cartridge storage device according to claim 14, characterized in that: The outer wall of the upper part of the body includes a pair of longitudinal outer walls and a pair of end walls extending between and connecting the pair of longitudinal outer walls, wherein the extension is positioned along at least one of the pair of longitudinal outer walls or at least one of the pair of end walls.

16. A cartridge storage system, characterized in that: The cartridge storage system includes: A first sleeve guide rail, the first sleeve guide rail comprising: an upper body portion including a plurality of walls defining a plurality of slots between adjacent walls; a body lower portion coupled to the body upper portion; and a locking bar located between the upper body portion and the lower body portion and extending along a first longitudinal axis of the first sleeve guide; A second sleeve guide rail, the second sleeve guide rail comprising: an upper body portion including a plurality of walls defining a plurality of slots between adjacent walls; a body lower portion coupled to the body upper portion; and a locking bar located between the upper body portion and the lower body portion and extending along the second longitudinal axis of the second sleeve guide; and a sleeve retainer removably coupled to the first sleeve guide or the second sleeve guide; Wherein, the first sleeve guide and the second sleeve guide each include a plurality of dovetail attachments and attachment recesses positioned along an outer wall of the upper portion of the body, so that the first sleeve guide and the second sleeve guide can be removably coupled together.

17. The cartridge storage system of claim 16, wherein: When the first sleeve guide is coupled to the second sleeve guide, the first longitudinal axis is co-linear with the second longitudinal axis.

18. The cartridge storage system of claim 16, wherein: When the first sleeve guide is coupled to the second sleeve guide, the first longitudinal axis is parallel to the second longitudinal axis.

19. The cartridge storage system of claim 16, wherein: The sleeve holder comprises: a neck portion configured to hold the sleeve; and a clip portion coupled to the neck portion, the clip portion extending downwardly and away from the neck portion and including a pair of legs, each leg of the pair of legs extending into the inwardly extending portion; Wherein an opening is positioned between the pair of legs, and wherein the opening is sized to receive the locking bar.

20. The cartridge storage system of claim 16, wherein: The sleeve storage system further includes a tray, which includes a plurality of corresponding dovetail attachments and attachment recesses, which are configured to receive and engage the dovetail attachments and attachment recesses of the first sleeve guide and the second sleeve guide, so that the first sleeve guide and the second sleeve guide can be selectively connected to the tray.

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