EP4331431A3
Breakaway keeper
Abstract
A breakaway keeper comprises a base and a loop portion. The base is configured and arranged to engage a strap. The loop portion extends outward from the base to form a channel configured and arranged to receive a portion of a connector. The loop portion is configured and arranged to be engaged by the connector and deform and release the connector when subjected to a predetermined force.

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Projected expiry 8 June 2036, counted from filing; an application has no term until it is granted.
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Numbers
- Publication
- 4331431
- Application
- 241534288
Titles3
- German
- LÖSBARER GREIFER
- English
- BREAKAWAY KEEPER
- French
- CROCHET DE SÉPARATION
Classification
- CPC, 6
- A45F5/02
- A62B35/0037
- A62B35/0075
- A45F5/021
- A45F5/1575
- A62B35/0025
- IPC, 2
- A62B35 00
- A44B11 25
Designated states3
- Contracting states, 1
- Türkiye
- Extension states, 1
- Montenegro
- Validation states, 1
- Republic of Moldova