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US 2002/0117864 A1Published application
Actuator handle mechanism
AssigneeSouthco, Inc.
InventorRichard E. Schlack
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Abstract
An actuator handle mechanism used in conjunction with a multi-point latching system is adapted to allow a panel or door, such as a panel or a door on a cabinet to be opened and closed. The handle mechanism comprises at a handle, at least two end caps, at least two links, and a crossbar. The mechanism allows a user to open the system by rotating a handle around a vertical axis, as opposed to the horizontal axis.
Claims9
An actuator handle mechanism for securing a first member to a second member comprising:
- (a) a handle mechanism;
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- (b) a toggle mechanism comprised of a plurality of toggle links attached to a housing rack,
- wherein said handle mechanism is attached to said toggle mechanism by a pivoting joint attaching a pair of said toggle links,
- wherein force in the inward or outward direction on said handle mechanism causes translational movement of said pivoting joint thereby opening and closing said actuator handle mechanism.
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