Cable lock for sealing e.g. container or bag, has ratchet mechanism with reduced play including flat strip which can be moved into position protruding into channel in lock body for movable end of cable

摘要

#CMT# #/CMT# The ratchet mechanism comprises an elongated body which in a first position protrudes from the space in the lock body in which it is housed and into the channel in the lock body for one end (4) of the cable (2) to pass through. The elongated body can be moved into a second position next to one of the space diagonals, in order to unblock the channel. The elongated body is a flat strip. #CMT# : #/CMT# The other end (3) of the cable is secured to the lock body. At least one channel is provided in the lock body for the second part of the cable to pass through. The space in the lock body for the ratchet mechanism is in communication with the channel. #CMT#USE : #/CMT# For sealing a receptacle such as a freight container, suitcase or bag. #CMT#ADVANTAGE : #/CMT# Ratchet mechanism play is reduced, ensuring a more reliable seal. #CMT#DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS : #/CMT# The figure shows a perspective view of the cable lock. 1 : cable lock 2 : cable 3, 4 : cable ends 6 : display 7 : information label.