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A fractional-rotation latching system with retrofit capability which includes, in its most preferred embodiment with reference to an example vending machine environment, a T-handle housing to be connected to a vending machine door, a T-handle designed to be nested at least partially within the T-han

A fractional-rotation latching system with retrofit capability which includes, in its most preferred embodiment with reference to an example vending machine environment, a T-handle housing to be connected to a vending machine door, a T-handle designed to be nested at least partially within the T-handle housing, a key-operated cylinder lock contained within the T-handle and including a radial lock bolt, a fractional-rotation post member connected to the T-handle, corresponding receiving assembly connected to the vending machine frame for receiving the post member, thereby creating a link sufficient to secure the vending machine door to the vending machine frame, a rotation limitation assembly connected to the post member which includes a cam washer and a flanged washer located within the T-handle housing, and a guide block interposed between the post member and the T-handle to secure a continuously engaging connection between the post member and the T-handle and to limit axial movement between the T-handle and the T-handle housing to an arrangement where the lock bolt is readily externally accessible.

대표청구항 ▼

Latching apparatus for linking a first body and second body, said apparatus comprising: a handle assembly including, at least, a handle housing, said handle housing being attachable to a first body, and said handle including at least, a front gripping means for receiving rotation force from a operat

Latching apparatus for linking a first body and second body, said apparatus comprising: a handle assembly including, at least, a handle housing, said handle housing being attachable to a first body, and said handle including at least, a front gripping means for receiving rotation force from a operator, a cylindrical handle section connected to and from gripping measured defining a cylindrical handle pressure, and a handle bearing wall connected to said cylindrical handle section; a post member connected to said handle and defining a longitudinal post axis; an independent guide member interposed between and contacting said post member and said handle, wherein said handle bearing wall includes at least, a handle coupling means for transferring rotation force received by said front gripping means of said handle to said guide member, and wherein said guide member includes, at least, guide coupling means for receiving the rotation force from said handle coupling means; a stop means located within said handle housing for defining limits of allowable axial rotation of said post member relative to said handle housing; and a receiving assembly means being attachable to a second body for receiving said post member to effect a link between the first body and the second body.