Patent ID: 6439017
Filing Date: 2002-08-27
Classification: A44B,A45F,G08B,Y10T

Abstract:
A belt clip assembly for use with a belt, comprising:a clip having first and second members defining a gap for slidably engaging the belt, wherein the second member has a receptacle; and a latch pivotally connected to the receptacle of the second member of the clip to pivot with respect to the second member, wherein the latch having: a flap member that has first and second flaps formed at a predetermined angle, wherein the first flap extends toward the first member at an angle with respect to the second member to prevent the belt from disengaging from the clip; a pivot axle disposed at a joint formed by the first and second flaps; and a spring disposed in surrounding relation to the pivot axle to bias the latch in a closed position to prevent the belt from disengaging from the clip.