Chain link fence attachment clip

摘要

The purpose of this clip is to attach to a chain link fence and provide a connection point for a device or structure. The method of attachment is provided by two mechanically combined structural members with peripheral retaining grooves that fit the fence wire. The clip is compressed or expanded to grip two parallel wires of a chain link fence. The structural members of the clip move the retaining grooves in parallel for a precise fit with the fence. The clip can be engaged with the fence in an internal or external manner. In the preferred embodiment of this invention, the chain link fence clip utilizes a spring to force the two retaining grooves into engagement with the fence. The clip can be locked in place for a strong semi-permanent connection. Springs, cams, linkages, and screws can be used to automate engagement for quick tool-less attachment and removal.

主权项

1. A chain link fence attachment clip (fence clip) for securing items to a chain link fence that is composed of at least two structural elements mechanically constrained to move in a linear manner whereby the fence clip precisely engages with two parallel wires in said fence (Paragraph 00015), the device comprising:
a body (10) (FIGS. 1-5) that has an Inner cavity on one end (FIG. 4) and a retaining groove (60) on the opposite end designed to precisely and securely engage with a single wire of a chain link fence (FIG. 2); a plunger (20) (FIGS. 1-5) with a retaining groove on one end (60) that securely engages a single wire of a chain link fence and an opposing end that precisely slip fits into the inner cavity of the body (FIG. 4); wherein there is enough space inside the body member to push the plunger into the body so the whole assembly can fit within a single opening in a chain link fence (FIG. 5); a spring (40) (FIG. 4) that fits inside the inner cavity of the body below the plunger and provides force to push the plunger into a fully extended state thereby engaging with two parallel fence wires; a retaining screw (50) (FIG. 4) that slips through a hole in the body, runs through the spring, and threads into the plunger holding the assembled fence clip together; said retaining screw limits the overall length of the device.