Matched pair of washers with broad surface ramps is locking mechanism in bayonet plug. It can be used where threaded springs and fasteners are impractical because of extreme temperatures or other environmental incompatibility. Matched pair of ramped washers is placed on plug and bayonet inserted. Inner slot of one washer matches contour of plug; this washer is stationary. Inner slot of second washer is circular. When second washer is rotated, washers push against bayonet plug, locking it in place. Retaining wire secures plug.


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    Title :

    Bayonet plug with ramp-activated lock


    Contributors:
    Wood, K. E. (author)

    Published in:

    Publication date :

    1980-09-01



    Type of media :

    Miscellaneous


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English


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