Patent ID: 6183178
Filing Date: 2001-02-06
Classification: B60P

Abstract:
A push-on anchor for mating engagement with a stud having an outer surface and threads formed thereon, the anchor comprising a stem having a retaining flange extending radially outward adjacent a first end thereof, an axial hole for receiving the stud, and means extending within the stem for engaging the threads as the stud is urged into the hole from a second end of the stem and resisting withdrawal of the stud from the second end of the stem, the anchor characterized in that:the anchor is formed as an integral unit and the axial hole extends completely through the anchor, whereby the engaging means may be formed by a conventional injection molding process, and wherein the engaging means comprises a plurality of barbs extending radially inward into the through hole and angled axially toward the first end of the stem, the barbs deflectable radially outward to allow the stud to pass therebetween as the stud is urged into the through hole from the second end of the stem.