US PATENT SUBCLASS 439 / 761
.~ Deformable C- or U-clamp


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439 /   HD   ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS

754  DF  METALLIC CLAMP-TYPE CONNECTOR FOR STORAGE BATTERY TERMINAL {8}
761.~ Deformable C- or U-clamp {1}
762  DF  .~.~> Screw-thread operated {2}


DEFINITION

Classification: 439/761

Deformable C- or U-clamp:

(under subclass 754) Electrical connector having a flexing one-piece loop in the general shape of a C or U and having means for forcing the ends thereof toward one another so as to flex the loop into gripping engagement with a storage battery post enclosed thereby.

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799+, for a connector structure comprising a circumferentially tensioned flexible strap or band, and see the notes appended thereto for other similar connector structures.

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24, Buckles, Buttons, Clasps, etc.,

568+, for a clasp, clip, or support clamp having a gripping member shifted by an operator.

403, Joints and Connections, 274+, for a joint wherein a member is deformed beyond its elastic limit to effect the joint, and subclasses 289+ for a joint wherein a member is provided with a split end having laterally movable opposed portions to effect the joint.