Lock

Abstract

The present invention comprises a clasp for attaching a functional element to a belt loop (3), with a base element (10) which has a bottom area (14) and two web elements (11) and can be inserted under the belt loop (3) in such a way that the bottom area (14) is arranged below the belt loop (3) and the web elements (11) encompass the belt loop (3) on both sides, and with a connecting element (20) which can be locked to the web elements (11) of the base element (10) arranged on the belt loop (3).

Description

[0001] The present invention relates to a clasp for attaching a functional element to a belt loop. In particular, the clasp can be used to attach a functional element, such as a modular protective element, to a belt loop of a plate carrier, in particular a protective vest.

[0002] The webbing loop can, for example, be a PALS loop of a MOLLE system. The webbing loop can also be formed by a textile layer with slits.

[0003] Until now, modular protective elements of plate carriers have often not been quickly and easily removable. For example, the shoulder plate attachment straps are usually hooked into the shoulder strap of the plate carrier. However, the hook-and-loop connection is prone to dirt. Furthermore, hook-and-loop fasteners cause annoying noises.

[0004] For attaching functional elements to belt loops, buckles are already known whose base element has slotted belt receptacles on both sides, into which the belt loop is threaded. The belt loop is thus connected to the belt receptacles at the two edges of the base element and runs along the middle section of the base element on its back. Various attachments can be attached to the free middle section of the base element.

[0005] For example, document DE 69906020 T2 shows a base element that can be mounted horizontally and vertically on PALS loops using slotted strap mounts. Various attachments can be inserted into a central mount of the base element, which are locked in place with a snap connection.

[0006] Further clasps are known from the publications US2012175391A1, WO2009048584A1, US2014325803A1, US2013181083A1 CA2953176A1, and US2011061211A1. Further fastening arrangements are shown in US 2008 / 061098 A1 and US 2012 / 175391 A1.

[0007] The object of the present invention is to provide an improved clasp for connecting a functional element to a belt loop.

[0008] This object is achieved by a clasp according to claim 1. Preferred embodiments of the present invention are the subject of the subclaims.

[0009] The present invention comprises a clasp for connecting a functional element to a belt loop, with a base element which has a bottom region and two web elements and can be inserted under the belt loop in such a way that the bottom region is arranged below the belt loop and the web elements encompass the belt loop on both sides, and with a connecting element which can be locked to the web elements of the base element arranged on the belt loop.

[0010] Unlike the current state of the art, the base element is no longer connected via slotted strap holders, but rather by inserting the base element under the strap loop. The connection between the connecting element and the base element is achieved via the web elements that surround the strap loop on both sides. This ensures a stable and easy-to-use connection to a strap loop.

[0011] According to one possible embodiment of the present invention, the bottom region of the base element has at least one recess. This allows for weight and material savings. In particular, the bottom region can be formed by two webs, which, when connected, extend beneath the belt loop and connect the two web elements to one another, with a recess provided between the webs.

[0012] According to one possible embodiment of the present invention, the connecting element has at least one spring arm, at the free end of which a locking pawl is provided. Preferably, the locking pawl can be locked to at least one counter element arranged on a web element of the base element.

[0013] This allows the connecting element to be easily locked to the base element.

[0014] According to a possible embodiment of the present invention, the spring arm has a starting slope at the end of which the locking pawl is arranged.

[0015] According to a possible embodiment of the present invention, the at least one spring arm can be inserted under at least one holding area of ​​the web elements for connection to the base element.

[0016] According to one possible embodiment of the present invention, the spring arm rests on the belt loop when connected. The belt loop thereby preferably presses the locking pawl into the locked position. The locking pawl is preferably released by pressing the spring arm against the belt loop, whose elasticity allows for a certain amount of flexibility.

[0017] Preferably, the belt loop rests at least partially on the bottom portion of the base element in an area located between the locking pawl and the free end of the spring arm in the connected position. This prevents accidental release of the spring arm during operation.

[0018] According to a possible embodiment of the present invention, the counter element of the pawl is formed by an end region of the holding region of the web element.

[0019] According to a possible embodiment of the present invention, the locking of the pawl with the base element can be released by pressing the spring arm in the direction of the base area.

[0020] According to one possible embodiment of the present invention, the spring arm has a recess and / or one or more bead elements. This facilitates operation, especially when wearing gloves, since the point where the spring arm must be pressed to release it is haptically marked.

[0021] According to one possible embodiment of the present invention, the at least one spring arm extends between the web elements when connected. The web elements thus protect it against accidental release.

[0022] According to a possible embodiment of the present invention, the holding areas project inwards from the web elements.

[0023] According to one possible embodiment of the present invention, the locking pawl engages the counter element from below. In particular, the locking pawl engages from below a front edge of a holding area, below which the spring arm extends in the locked state.

[0024] According to the invention, the connecting element comprises a support element that engages around the web elements of the base element when connected. The support element thereby secures the connecting element against tensile loads on the base element. In particular, the support element engages around the web elements transversely to the longitudinal direction of the belt loop, thus securing them in the longitudinal direction of the belt loop. In particular, the support element engages around the end regions of the web elements.

[0025] According to a possible embodiment of the present invention, the end regions of the web elements encompassed by the support element are tapered inward toward the base region. This preferably braces the support element with the end regions when it is pulled away from the base element.

[0026] According to a first possible embodiment of the present invention, the support element surrounds the web elements in a frame-like manner on their outer sides when connected. Preferably, the spring arm extends between the web elements.

[0027] According to one possible embodiment, the web elements extend through two recesses arranged between the spring arm and the frame-like support element. The end regions of the recesses preferably encompass the end regions of the web elements.

[0028] According to a second possible embodiment of the present invention, the support element extends between the web elements when connected. Preferably, two spring arms are provided, which extend on both sides of the support element between the support element and the web elements.

[0029] According to one possible embodiment, the support element encompasses the end regions of the web elements and has, for this purpose, widened regions which encompass the end regions of the web elements with their inner edges.

[0030] According to a possible embodiment of the present invention, the support element and the at least one spring arm extend parallel to one another in a deformation region of the support element and are separated from one another by a preferably slot-shaped recess, so that the support element and spring arm can be deformed in opposite directions.

[0031] According to a possible embodiment of the present invention, the connecting element and / or the supporting element has at least one connecting region for connection to a belt element.

[0032] In particular, the connecting region can have a recess through which the belt element can be passed, in particular in the form of an elongated hole.

[0033] According to a possible embodiment of the present invention, the at least one connecting region is provided in an edge region of the connecting element.

[0034] According to a possible embodiment of the present invention, the connecting region is arranged outside the base area of ​​the base element in the connected state.

[0035] According to a possible embodiment of the present invention, the connecting element has a connecting region in at least two opposite edge regions.

[0036] According to a possible embodiment of the present invention, the connecting element and / or supporting element are plate-shaped.

[0037] According to a possible embodiment of the present invention, the connecting element and / or supporting element extends parallel to the bottom region of the base element in the connected state.

[0038] According to a possible embodiment of the present invention, the connecting element can also be connected directly to the belt loop, in particular by pushing the spring arm under the belt loop.

[0039] According to a possible embodiment of the present invention, the clasp comprises a reinforcing element which surrounds the belt loop in the assembled state in a sleeve-like manner and stabilizes the belt loop when the connecting element is directly connected.

[0040] According to one possible embodiment, the reinforcement element comprises a slot extending in the longitudinal direction. This slot is preferably arranged such that it locks with a locking pawl of the spring arm.

[0041] According to one possible embodiment of the present invention, the base element, the connecting element, and / or the reinforcement element are made of plastic. In particular, the elements are each manufactured in one piece and / or by injection molding.

[0042] The present invention further comprises a base element for a clasp as described above, wherein the base element has a base region and two web elements and can be inserted under the belt loop such that the base region is arranged below the belt loop and the web elements encompass the belt loop on both sides.

[0043] According to one possible embodiment, the web elements have holding areas which project inwards.

[0044] According to the invention, the end regions of the web elements are bevelled inwards towards the floor area.

[0045] In particular, the base element can be designed as described above.

[0046] The present invention further comprises a connecting element for a clasp as described above, wherein the connecting element has at least one spring arm and at least one support element, wherein the support element and the at least one spring arm extend parallel to one another in a deformation region of the support element and are separated from one another by a preferably slot-shaped recess.

[0047] In particular, the connecting element can be designed as already described above.

[0048] The present invention further comprises a set consisting of the connecting element and a reinforcing element as described above.

[0049] The present invention further comprises an article, in particular a ballistic protective vest, with a buckle as described above.

[0050] The article preferably has a loop on which the clasp is arranged. The loop can be a sewn-on belt loop or a loop formed by a textile layer with slits. In particular, it is a PALS loop, especially of a MOLLE connection system.

[0051] According to one possible embodiment, the clasp serves to connect a ballistic element to the ballistic protective vest, in particular to connect a ballistic plate to a shoulder strap loop of the ballistic protective vest.

[0052] The present invention will now be described in more detail with reference to embodiments and drawings.

[0053] Showing: Fig. 1 shows an embodiment of an article that can be worn on the body with an embodiment of a clasp according to the invention in a perspective view, Fig. 2 shows the attachment of the base element to the belt loop, Fig. 3 shows the attachment of the connecting element to the base element, Fig. 4a shows an alternative attachment of the connecting element directly to a belt loop, Fig. 4b shows the Fig. 4ashown direct connection to a belt loop, which is reinforced by a reinforcing element, as well as the reinforcing element in a perspective view, Fig. 5 Construction drawings of the connection element with a perspective view, a top view and a side view, Fig. 6 Construction drawings of the base element with a perspective view, a top view and a side view, Fig. 7 Construction drawings of the connection element and the base element in the connected position, each with a perspective view from above and from below, a top view and a side view, Fig. 8 a first alternative embodiment of a connection element with only one connection area, Fig. 9 a second alternative embodiment of a connection element with four connection areas, and Fig.10 a third alternative embodiment of a connecting element with a support element running between the web elements and two spring arms. .

[0054] A first embodiment of a clasp according to the invention will now be described with reference to Figures 1 to 7 described. Figures 1 to 4 show the function of the clasp, Figures 5 to 7 Details of the structure.

[0055] The clasp according to the invention serves to attach a functional element to a belt loop 3 of an object 1 worn on the body, for example, a protective vest. In the exemplary embodiment, the functional element (not shown) is attached via a belt element 5, which is attached to the belt loop 3 by means of the clasp.

[0056] The clasp consists of a base element 10, which as in Fig. 2 shown can be pushed under the belt loop 3, and a connecting element 20 which can be connected to the base element 10.

[0057] The basic element includes as in Fig. 2 and 6 visible a base region 14 and two web elements 11 which, when connected to the belt loop 3, extend on both sides of the belt loop in the longitudinal direction of the belt loop, so that the base element encompasses the belt loop on both sides, while the base region 14 connects the web elements 11 transversely to the direction of extension of the belt loop 3 through the belt loop 3.

[0058] In the exemplary embodiment, the bottom region 14 of the base element is formed by two webs 14 extending transversely to the direction of extension of the belt loop 3, between which a recess is provided. This saves material and weight and facilitates production, since the injection mold needs to be less complex.

[0059] The connecting element 20 is connected to the web elements 11 which laterally encompass the belt loop 3 in order to close the clasp and is secured to it by a latch.

[0060] For this purpose, the connecting element 20 has a spring arm 21, which, as shown in Fig. 3 shown for fastening with the base element under holding elements 12, which project laterally from the web elements 11, pushed and in the in Fig. 1 shown inserted position. For this purpose, a locking pawl 23 is provided on the spring arm, which engages with counter elements 13 of the web elements 11.

[0061] In the exemplary embodiment, the counter elements 13 are formed by the end regions of the retaining elements 12, under which the spring arm is pushed. The locking pawl locks from below with the lower front edge of the respective retaining element 12.

[0062] The spring arm 21 has a ramp at its free end, the beveled end of which forms the locking pawl 23. The spring arm 21 is therefore pushed under the retaining elements 12 with the ramp. Once the ramp has completely passed the retaining elements 12, the connecting element 20 is in the locked position, in which the locking pawl locks with the ends of the retaining elements 12 acting as a counter element.

[0063] In the exemplary embodiment, the two retaining elements are each arranged on the inside of the respective web element 11, with the spring arm 21 being pushed between the two web elements under the retaining elements 12. In the retracted position, the spring arm 21 therefore rests on the belt loop 3, which in turn rests on the base area 14.

[0064] As can be seen from the respective top view in Fig. 6 and 7As can be seen, a web of the base region is provided in the area of ​​the free end of the spring arm 21. As a result, the free end of the spring arm 21 rests on the belt loop in the locked position, where it is supported by the web of the base region. In the area of ​​the holding elements 12, however, the base region 14 has a recess 16, which simplifies production.

[0065] The locking mechanism is released by pressing the spring arm 21 into the clasp onto the belt loop, which, due to its elasticity, gives way sufficiently to release the pawl.

[0066] In the exemplary embodiment, the spring arm 21 has a recess 25 and bead elements 26, which facilitate operation while wearing gloves. The recess 25 is located in the area between the two retaining elements 12 when the clasp is closed.

[0067] The connecting element 20 has one or more connecting regions 22 for connection to a belt element 5. In the exemplary embodiment, the connecting regions 22 are formed by recesses through which a belt loop passes. The edges of the connecting element 20 therefore form webs 29 around which the belt loop 5 is placed. The recesses 22 are closed.

[0068] In the Fig. 1 to 7 In the embodiment shown, connecting areas 22 are provided in the longitudinal direction of the belt loop 3 on opposite sides of the connecting element 20. The connection to the belt element 5 is therefore made in the longitudinal direction of the belt loop 3.

[0069] As can be seen from the Figs. 8 and 9However, as can be seen from the alternative embodiments shown, the present invention is not limited to this arrangement of the connecting regions. Rather, connecting regions can be provided on any side of the connecting element. The number of connecting regions is also arbitrary, and only one connecting region can also be provided.

[0070] In the embodiment in Fig. 8 only one connecting area 22' is provided, arranged transversely to the longitudinal direction of the belt loop 3. The connection of the belt element 5 is therefore made transversely to the longitudinal direction of the belt loop 3. Here, too, the connecting area is formed by a recess 22' and a web 29'.

[0071] In the embodiment in Fig. 9connecting areas 22 are provided on all four sides of the connecting element 20, the connection of the material element 5 can therefore take place in the longitudinal direction and transversely to the longitudinal direction of the belt loop 3.

[0072] As is particularly evident from Fig. 5 As can be seen, the connecting element is plate-shaped. In the exemplary embodiment, the connecting element has a locking pawl on each of its main sides, so that it can be connected to the base element regardless of its orientation. In particular, both main sides are identically designed and / or the connecting element has a symmetrical design with respect to its central plane.

[0073] To secure the connecting element 20 to the base element 10, the latter has a support element 24 which, in the connected state, encompasses the web elements 11.

[0074] For this purpose, the support element 24 in the exemplary embodiment has edges 28 extending transversely to the extension of the web elements 11, which encompass the end regions 15 of the web elements 11. In the exemplary embodiment, the support element encompasses the web elements 11 on both longitudinal sides.

[0075] In the exemplary embodiment, the support element 24 extends parallel to the spring arm 21 in the longitudinal direction of the connecting element and connects the edges 28, which encompass the two end regions 15 of the web elements 11, in the longitudinal direction.

[0076] The support element 24 connects in particular at least one connecting region 22 to the longitudinally opposite edges 28, with which the connecting element is supported on the end regions 15 of the web elements 11 in the event of a tensile load in the longitudinal direction and thereby secures the connecting element to the base element.

[0077] As can be seen particularly from the side view in Fig. 6As can be seen, the end regions 15 of the web elements 11 extend diagonally inwards from their upper edge to the base region 14. As a result, the edges 28 of the supporting element are braced, as can be seen from the corresponding side view in Fig. 7 visible under a tensile load with the end areas 15 and cannot slip off from these, since under tensile load the connecting element is pressed by the bevels 15 in the direction of the base area 14 onto the goods loop located between the base area 14 and the connecting element 20.

[0078] The longitudinally parallel regions of the support element 24 and the spring arm 21 are separated by a recess 27, so that the two regions can be deformed independently of each other. In particular, the spring arm 21 can be deformed as shown in Fig. 3shown are bent downwards from the plane of the connecting element in order to be pushed under the holding elements 12, while the supporting element is bent upwards in order to push the edges 28 over the web elements 11. In this case, the edges 28 slide along the upper edges of the web elements 11 until they engage around the web elements in their end regions 15.

[0079] In the connected state, as in Fig. 1 and 7 As shown, spring arm 21 and support element 24 again run in one plane.

[0080] In the exemplary embodiment, the support element 24 is thinner in the region in which it extends parallel to the spring arm 21 than in its end regions, in which the connecting regions 22 are provided. This increases the flexibility in this region.

[0081] In the Fig. 1 to 9In the embodiments shown, the support element 24 has two arms in the region in which it runs parallel to the spring arm, each of which extends on the outside of the web elements 11. The support element therefore surrounds the web elements in a frame-like manner when connected. The spring arm, on the other hand, extends between the two web elements 11. Therefore, when connected, the web elements 11 pass through the recess 27 between the spring arm 21 and the arms of the support element 24. The edges 28 are formed by the longitudinal ends of this recess 27.

[0082] In the event of a tensile load transverse to the longitudinal direction of the belt and thus transverse to the longitudinal direction of the web elements 11, the arm of the support element 24 opposite the connection area used for the tensile load is supported on the outer side of the associated web element 11. Similar to the end areas 15, the side walls of the web elements 21 can have an inwardly directed slope towards the base area in order to prevent accidental release under tensile load.

[0083] The Figs. 10 and 11 The alternative embodiment of the connecting element shown has the same design and functionality as the one shown in Fig. 1 to 7 described embodiment, so that reference is first made to the description there.

[0084] In the Figs. 10 and 11In the alternative embodiment of the connecting element shown, which interacts with the same base element as the other embodiments, the support element 44 runs differently than in the other embodiments in the area between the web elements 11.

[0085] Furthermore, two spring arms 41 are provided, which extend on both sides of the centrally extending support element 44, wherein both the spring arms and the support element 44 extend between the web elements 11. The area of ​​the support element 44, in which it extends parallel to the spring arms 41, is separated from the spring arms by slot-shaped recesses 47.

[0086] This design also allows the spring arms 41 and support element 44 to be bent in opposite directions in order to slide the spring arms under the retaining elements 12 of the web elements 11. Here, too, the area of ​​the support element 44, in which it extends parallel to the spring arms 41, is thinner than the end regions of the support element and the spring arms 41.

[0087] The edges 48 of the support element, with which it engages the web elements 11 in their end regions 15, are formed by projections of the support element that project outward from the two end regions of the support element. The function of these edges 48 corresponds to that of the edges 28 of the first embodiment. In particular, when the clasp is closed, they slide on the upper side of the web elements 11 and engage the end regions 15 in the closed position.

[0088] Connecting areas 42 formed by recesses are provided in the end regions. The closed recesses 42 create a web 49 around which a belt loop can be placed.

[0089] In the Figs. 10 and 11 In the embodiment shown, connecting areas 42 are provided on both long sides of the connecting element.

[0090] The present invention provides an easy-to-use, stable connection of the connecting element to the base element, through the interaction of which functional elements can be attached to a belt loop.

[0091] Furthermore, the connection element can be Fig. 4a shown can also be attached directly to the belt loop 3 by pushing the spring arm 21 behind the belt loop 3 and then passing through the recesses 27 between the spring arm 21 and the support element 24. Such a connection would also be possible in the embodiment in Figs. 10 and 11 This is possible by pushing the two spring arms behind the belt loop, which then runs through the recesses 47. This allows a connection in the transverse direction of the loop.

[0092] As in Fig. 4b As shown, with this type of connection, a reinforcing element 50 can be used, which reinforces the belt loop 3 so that it cannot give way when the buckle is loaded.

[0093] The reinforcement element 50 surrounds the belt loop 3 in the assembled state in a sleeve-like manner. It has dimensions that allow the support element 24 to surround the reinforcement element 50 in the assembled state in a frame-like manner. The area of ​​the belt loop 3 under which the spring arm 21 has been pushed is stabilized by the reinforcement element 50. Furthermore, the reinforcement element rests on the spring arm 21 in the assembled state, so that when the connecting element is loaded in or against the assembly direction, the edges 28 interlock with the reinforcement element 50.

[0094] The reinforcing element 50 has a longitudinal slot 51 by means of which it can be pushed onto the belt loop.

[0095] If the reinforcement element 50 is mounted such that the slot 51 is arranged on the back of the belt loop facing away from the visible surface, the edges of the slot 51 together with the locking pawl 23 of the spring arm 21 ensure that the securing function is maintained by interlocking during disassembly.

[0096] The belt loop 3 can in particular be a PALS loop of a MOLLE fastening system.

[0097] The belt loop 3 can be provided, for example, by sewing a belt strap 2 onto a carrier layer 1. In particular, a belt strap can be connected to the carrier layer 1 at regular intervals via darts 4 in order to provide several belt loops along the belt strap 2.

[0098] In a MOLLE system, several rows of loops are usually arranged next to or above each other so that webbing can be threaded through them to connect functional elements to the rows of loops.

[0099] However, the belt loops can also be provided by slits in a layer of material through which belt straps can be threaded in the same way as in a design with the sewn-on belt straps described above.

[0100] However, the clasp can also be used to connect any other loops.

Claims

1. Buckle for connecting a functional element to a belt loop (3), having a base element (10) which comprises a bottom region (14) and two web elements (11) and which can be inserted under the belt loop (3) in such a way that the bottom region (14) is arranged below the belt loop (3) and the web elements (11) engage around the belt loop (3) on both sides, and having a connecting element (20) which can be latched to the web elements (11) of the base element (10) arranged on the belt loop (3), wherein the connecting element (20) comprises a support element (24) which engages around the web elements (11) of the base element (10) in the connected state.

2. Buckle according to claim 1, wherein the connecting element (20) comprises at least one spring arm (21), at the free end of which a latch element (23) is provided, wherein preferably the latch element (23) can be latched to at least one counter element (13) arranged on a web element (11) of the base element (10).

3. Buckle according to claim 2, wherein the at least one spring arm (21) for connection to the base element (10) is insertable under at least one retaining region of the web elements (11) and preferably rests on the belt loop (3), wherein preferably the counter element (13) of the latch element (23) is formed by an end region of the retaining region.

4. Buckle according to any one of claims 2 or 3, wherein an engagement of the latch element (23) with the base member (10) is releasable by pressing the spring arm (21) towards the bottom region (14) and / or wherein the spring arm (21) comprises a recess (25) and or one or more bead members (26).

5. Buckle according to any one of claims 2 to 4, wherein the at least one spring arm (21) extends between the web elements (11) in the connected state and / or the retaining regions project inwardly from the web elements (11) in each case and / or the latch element (23) engages around the counter element (13) from below.

6. Buckle according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the end portions (15) of the web elements (11) engaged around by the support element (24) are chamfered inwardly toward the bottom region (14), wherein preferably the support element (24), when pulled away from the base member (10), braces with the end portions (15).

7. Buckle according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the support element (24) surrounds the web elements (11) in the connected state in a frame-like manner on the outer sides thereof, wherein preferably the spring arm (21) extends between the web elements (11), and wherein further preferably the web elements (11) pass through two recesses (27) arranged between the spring arm (21) and the frame-like support element (24), and wherein preferably the end portions of the recesses (27) engage around the end portions (15) of the web elements (11).

8. Buckle according to any one of the claims 6 or 7, wherein the support element (24) in the connected state extends between the web elements (11), wherein preferably two spring arms (21) are provided, which extend on both sides of the support element (24) between the support element (24) and the web elements (11), wherein preferably the support element (24) engages around the end regions (15) of the web elements (11) and for this purpose comprises widened regions which engage around the end regions (15) of the web elements (11) with their inner edges.

9. Buckle according to any one of claims 2 to 8, wherein the support element (24) and the at least one spring arm (21) extend parallel to each other in a deformation region of the support element (24) and are separated from each other by a preferably slot-shaped recess (27), so that the support element (24) and the spring arm (21) are deformable in opposite directions.

10. Buckle according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the connecting element (20) and / or support element (24) comprises at least one connecting region (22) for connection to a belt element (5), in particular in the form of a recess through which the belt element (5) can be guided, in particular in the form of an elongated hole, wherein the at least one connecting region (22) is preferably provided in an edge region of the connecting element (20), wherein the connecting region (22) is preferably arranged outside the base area of the base element (10) in the connected state, and / or wherein preferably the connecting element (20) comprises a connecting region (22) in at least two opposite edge regions.

11. Buckle according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the connecting element (20) and / or support element (24) is plate-shaped and extends parallel to the bottom region (14) of the base element (10) in the connected state.

12. Base element (10) for a buckle according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the base element (10) comprises a bottom region (14) and two web elements (11) and can be inserted under the belt loop (3) in such a way that the bottom region (14) is arranged below the belt loop (3) and the web elements (11) engage around the belt loop (3) on both sides, wherein the end regions (15) of the web elements (11) are chamfered inwardly toward the bottom region (14), wherein preferably the web elements(11) comprise retaining regions which project inwardly.

13. Connecting element for a buckle according to one of claims 1-11, wherein the connecting element (20) comprises at least one spring arm (21) and at least one support element (24), wherein the support element (24) and the at least one spring arm (21) extend parallel to each other in a deformation region of the support element (24) and are separated from each other by a preferably slot-shaped recess (27).

14. Article, in particular a ballistic protective vest, comprising a buckle according to any one claims 1-11, wherein preferably the buckle is suitable for connecting a ballistic element to the ballistic protective vest, in particular for connecting a ballistic plate to a shoulder belt loop of the ballistic protective vest.

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