Patent ID: 6098973
Filing Date: 2000-08-08
Classification: B25B

Abstract:
An article clamping device comprising:(a) a generally C-shaped frame having first and second end portions, said first end portion having:(i) a first bore; and(ii) a second bore extending angularly relative to said first bore;(b) a threaded rod having an inboard end and an outboard end, said threaded rod being receivable within said first bore of said frame for movement between a first retracted position and a second extended position; and(c) control means for controlling movement of said threaded rod between said first and second positions, said control means comprising:(i) a control member disposed within said second bore of said frame for pivotal movement between a first rod engaging position and a second disengaged position, said control member comprising a body having a rod engaging surface provided with a plurality of tooth like protuberances; and(ii) biasing means for biasing said control member toward said engaged position, said control member being movable into said disengaged position against the urging of said biasing means by forces exerted on said outboard end of said threaded rod tending to urge said threaded rod in a direction toward said second extended position.