EP1133660A1 - Fixing element - Google Patents

Fixing element

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EP1133660A1
EP1133660A1 EP99953513A EP99953513A EP1133660A1 EP 1133660 A1 EP1133660 A1 EP 1133660A1 EP 99953513 A EP99953513 A EP 99953513A EP 99953513 A EP99953513 A EP 99953513A EP 1133660 A1 EP1133660 A1 EP 1133660A1
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opening
holding element
candle
band
diameter
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Christophe Walch
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    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F21—LIGHTING
    • F21V—FUNCTIONAL FEATURES OR DETAILS OF LIGHTING DEVICES OR SYSTEMS THEREOF; STRUCTURAL COMBINATIONS OF LIGHTING DEVICES WITH OTHER ARTICLES, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • F21V35/00—Candle holders
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F16—ENGINEERING ELEMENTS AND UNITS; GENERAL MEASURES FOR PRODUCING AND MAINTAINING EFFECTIVE FUNCTIONING OF MACHINES OR INSTALLATIONS; THERMAL INSULATION IN GENERAL
    • F16B—DEVICES FOR FASTENING OR SECURING CONSTRUCTIONAL ELEMENTS OR MACHINE PARTS TOGETHER, e.g. NAILS, BOLTS, CIRCLIPS, CLAMPS, CLIPS OR WEDGES; JOINTS OR JOINTING
    • F16B2/00—Friction-grip releasable fastenings

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  • the invention relates to a holding element for holding an elongated object in an opening which is wider than the diameter of the object.
  • the invention has for its object to provide a solution to this problem, which does not have the known disadvantages.
  • a holding element made of resilient material with a length which is greater than the width of the opening, in such a way that it can be clamped into the opening by deformation and divided it resiliently.
  • the holding element preferably consists of spring steel, especially a steel band.
  • Fig. 2 held the candle in the holding element
  • Fig. 3 candle with holding element in a candlestick.
  • One end of an elongated band 1 is spirally rolled by a little less than a full turn.
  • the band 1 consists of spring steel and can therefore be elastically deformed within certain limits.
  • a candle 2 has a diameter which is somewhat larger than the cylindrical space defined by the winding of the band 1. As indicated by arrow 3, the candle can be inserted into the inside of the turn, and should be rotated in the direction indicated by arrow 4 at the same time for easier insertion. Depending on the thickness of the candle 2, the winding of the band 1 is expanded more or less.
  • the candle 2 with the holding element 1, the winding of which wraps around the candle is inserted into the opening of a candle holder 6. This is indicated by arrow 5.
  • the holding element 1 When inserted, the holding element 1 is compressed in its longitudinal extent to fit into the opening.
  • the holding element 1 As shown in FIG. 3, is firmly seated in the opening of the candle holder 6.
  • the candle 2 is vertical, although its diameter is considerably smaller than that of the candle holder opening.
  • the holding element is normally located in the candlestick before its opening is glued to dripping wax. When changing the candle, a wax plug can therefore be completely removed from the opening of the candlestick by a brief rotary movement.
  • the holding element also offers the additional advantage of easier cleaning or keeping the candlestick clean.
  • a smaller candle, the diameter of which is too small for the winding at the end of the band 1, can also simply be inserted between the band and the opening edge. It is then elastically clamped and held between the band and the edge. For this type of holder, the spiral winding of one end of the band 1 can also be dispensed with.
  • the band is elastically deformed and divides the opening into two differently sized areas, in each of which an object can be clamped.
  • a spring bar with a circular cross section can also be used in the simplest version.
  • holding elements 1 can also be inserted into an opening.
  • the described embodiment is a holding element of a candle holder.
  • the principle can also be used for other purposes, for example for the arrangement of flowers and branches etc. in a further vase opening, without any significant change.

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Abstract

The invention relates to fixing element (1) for fixing an oblong object (2) in an opening that is wider than the diameter of said object. Said fixing element consists of a resilient material, preferably of spring steel in the form of a steel strip. The element has a length that is greater than the width of the opening so that the element can be jammed in the opening by deforming it and it elastically divides said opening. One end of the spring steel strip is rolled up, preferably it is curled up. In this manner, the curled up part defines a substantially cylindrical area with a variable diameter for accommodating the object to be fixed.

Description

HalteelementHolding element
Die Erfindung betrifft ein Halteelement zum Halten eines länglichen Gegenstandes in einer Öffnung, die weiter ist als der Durchmesser des Gegenstandes.The invention relates to a holding element for holding an elongated object in an opening which is wider than the diameter of the object.
Das Problem, dass ein in der Regel zylindrischer länglicher Gegenstand in aufrechter Position in einer Öffnung gehalten werden muss, die weiter ist als der Durchmesser des Gegen- Standes, stellt sich im täglichen Leben in vielfältiger Form. Ein typisches Beispiel sind Kerzen, die dünner sind als die Öffnung des Kerzenständers. Dieses Problem wurde bisher dadurch gelöst, dass die Kerzen durch Erwärmen des unteren Endes angeschmolzen wurden oder dass von der bren- nenden Kerze verflüssigtes Wachs in die Öffnung des Kerzenständers geträufelt wurde. Mit dem weichen Wachs wurde die Kerze im Ständer festgeklebt.The problem that a generally cylindrical, elongated object has to be held in an upright position in an opening which is wider than the diameter of the object arises in various forms in everyday life. A typical example is candles that are thinner than the opening of the candlestick. So far, this problem has been solved by melting the candles by heating the lower end or by dropping wax liquefied by the burning candle into the opening of the candlestick. The candle was glued to the stand with the soft wax.
Dieses Verfahren ist umständlich und führt nicht immer auf Anhieb zum gewünschten Ergebnis. Ausserdem wird der Kerzenständer mit schwer zu beseitigenden Wachsresten verklebt.This procedure is cumbersome and does not always lead to the desired result straight away. In addition, the candlestick is stuck with wax residues that are difficult to remove.
Ähnliche Probleme stellen sich auch mit anderen Gegenständen, wie beispielsweise Blumen oder Zweigen in Vasen mit grösseren Öffnungen etc.Similar problems also arise with other objects, such as flowers or branches in vases with larger openings, etc.
Der Erfindung liegt die Aufgabe zugrunde, eine Lösung dieses Problems anzugeben, die nicht mit den bekannten Nachteilen behaftet ist.The invention has for its object to provide a solution to this problem, which does not have the known disadvantages.
Erfindungsge äss wird diese Aufgabe gelöst durch ein Halteelement aus federndem Material mit einer Länge, die grösser ist als die Weite der Öffnung, derart, dass es durch Verformung in die Öffnung geklemmt werden kann und diese federnd unterteilt.This object is achieved according to the invention by a holding element made of resilient material with a length which is greater than the width of the opening, in such a way that it can be clamped into the opening by deformation and divided it resiliently.
Vorzugsweise besteht das Halteelement aus Federstahl, speziell aus einem Stahlband. Besonders bevorzugt ist eine Form des Halteelements, bei der mindestens eine Seite spiralig eingerollt ist, wodurch der eingerollte Teil des Federbandes einen im wesentlichen zylindrischen Bereich mit variablem Durchmesser zur Aufnahme des zu haltenden Gegen- Stands definiert.The holding element preferably consists of spring steel, especially a steel band. One is particularly preferred Shape of the holding element, in which at least one side is rolled up spirally, as a result of which the rolled-in part of the spring band defines an essentially cylindrical region with a variable diameter for receiving the object to be held.
Im folgenden wird anhand der beiliegenden Zeichnungen ein Kerzenhalter als bevorzugtes Ausführungsbeispiel der Erfindung beschrieben. Es zeigen:A candle holder as a preferred embodiment of the invention is described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Show it:
Fig. 1 ein Halteelement und eine Kerze getrennt;1 shows a holding element and a candle separately;
Fig. 2 die Kerze im Halteelement gehalten undFig. 2 held the candle in the holding element and
Fig. 3 Kerze mit Halteelement in einem Kerzenständer .Fig. 3 candle with holding element in a candlestick.
Ein Ende eines langgestreckten Bandes 1 ist um etwas weniger als eine volle Windung spiralig eingerollt. Das Band 1 besteht aus Federstahl und kann deshalb in gewissen Grenzen elastisch verformt werden.One end of an elongated band 1 is spirally rolled by a little less than a full turn. The band 1 consists of spring steel and can therefore be elastically deformed within certain limits.
Eine Kerze 2 hat einen Durchmesser, der etwas grösser ist als der durch die Windung des Bandes 1 definierte zylindrische Raum. Die Kerze kann, wie durch den Pfeil 3 ange- deutet, in das Innere der Windung eingeführt werden, wobei sie zur leichteren Einführung gleichzeitig in der durch den Pfeil 4 angegebenen Richtung gedreht werden sollte. Je nach der Dicke der Kerze 2 wird die Windung des Bandes 1 mehr oder weniger aufgeweitet.A candle 2 has a diameter which is somewhat larger than the cylindrical space defined by the winding of the band 1. As indicated by arrow 3, the candle can be inserted into the inside of the turn, and should be rotated in the direction indicated by arrow 4 at the same time for easier insertion. Depending on the thickness of the candle 2, the winding of the band 1 is expanded more or less.
Wie in Fig. 2 gezeigt, wird die Kerze 2 mit dem Halteelement 1, dessen Windung die Kerze umschlingt, in die Öffnung eines Kerzenhalters 6 eingesetzt. Dies ist durch den Pfeil 5 angedeutet. Beim Einsetzen wird das Halteelement 1 in seiner Längsausdehnung zusammengedrückt, um in die Öffnung zu passen. Dadurch sitzt das Halteelement 1, wie in Fig. 3 gezeigt, fest in der Öffnung des Kerzenständers 6. Die Kerze 2 steht senkrecht, obwohl ihr Durchmesser wesentlich kleiner ist als derjenige der Kerzenständeröffnung. Normalerweise befindet sich das Halteelement im Kerzenständer, bevor dessen Öffnung mit herabtropfendem Wachs verklebt ist. Beim Wechseln der Kerze kann daher durch eine kurze Drehbewegung ein Wachspfropfen vollständig aus der Öffnung des Kerzenständers herausgelöst werden. Das Halteelement bietet also noch den zusätzlichen Vorteil der leichteren Reinigung bzw. Sauberhaltung des Kerzenständers.As shown in FIG. 2, the candle 2 with the holding element 1, the winding of which wraps around the candle, is inserted into the opening of a candle holder 6. This is indicated by arrow 5. When inserted, the holding element 1 is compressed in its longitudinal extent to fit into the opening. As a result, the holding element 1, as shown in FIG. 3, is firmly seated in the opening of the candle holder 6. The candle 2 is vertical, although its diameter is considerably smaller than that of the candle holder opening. The holding element is normally located in the candlestick before its opening is glued to dripping wax. When changing the candle, a wax plug can therefore be completely removed from the opening of the candlestick by a brief rotary movement. The holding element also offers the additional advantage of easier cleaning or keeping the candlestick clean.
Eine kleinere Kerze, deren Durchmesser für die Windung am Ende des Bandes 1 zu klein ist, kann auch einfach zwischen dem Band und dem Öffnungsrand eingesetzt werden. Sie wird dann elastisch zwischen dem Band und dem Rand eingeklemmt und gehalten. Für diese Art der Halterung kann auch auf die spiralige Windung des einen Endes des Bandes 1 verzichtet werden. Es genügt somit ein Halteelement in Form eines geraden, bogen- oder S-förmigen, länglichen Federbandes, das länger ist als der Durchmesser der Öffnung, in welche es eingesetzt wird. Zum Einsetzen wird das Band elastisch ver- formt und unterteilt die Öffnung in zwei unterschiedlich grosse Bereiche, in deren jedem ein Gegenstand eingeklemmt werden kann. Anstelle des Federbandes kann in der einfachsten Ausführung auch ein Federstab mit kreisrundem Querschnitt dienen.A smaller candle, the diameter of which is too small for the winding at the end of the band 1, can also simply be inserted between the band and the opening edge. It is then elastically clamped and held between the band and the edge. For this type of holder, the spiral winding of one end of the band 1 can also be dispensed with. A holding element in the form of a straight, arched or S-shaped, elongated spring band, which is longer than the diameter of the opening into which it is inserted, is therefore sufficient. For insertion, the band is elastically deformed and divides the opening into two differently sized areas, in each of which an object can be clamped. Instead of the spring band, a spring bar with a circular cross section can also be used in the simplest version.
Je nach der beabsichtigten Anordnung können auch mehrere Halteelemente 1 in eine Öffnung eingesetzt werden. Das beschriebene Ausführungsbeispiel ist ein Halteelement eines Kerzenhalters. Das Prinzip ist aber ohne wesentliche Ände- rung auch für andere Zwecke einsetzbar, beispielsweise für die Anordnung von Blumen und Zweigen etc. in einer weiteren Vasenöffnung. Depending on the intended arrangement, several holding elements 1 can also be inserted into an opening. The described embodiment is a holding element of a candle holder. However, the principle can also be used for other purposes, for example for the arrangement of flowers and branches etc. in a further vase opening, without any significant change.

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Patentansprüche claims
1. Halteelement zum Halten eines länglichen Gegen- Standes in einer Öffnung, die weiter ist, als der Durchmesser des Gegenstandes, dadurch gekennzeichnet dass das Halteelement aus federndem Material besteht und eine Länge besitzt, die grösser ist als die Weite der Öffnung, derart, dass es durch Verformung in die Öffnung geklemmt werden kann und diese federnd unterteilt.1. Holding element for holding an elongated object in an opening that is wider than the diameter of the object, characterized in that the holding element consists of resilient material and has a length that is greater than the width of the opening, such that it can be clamped into the opening by deformation and resiliently divides it.
2. Halteelement nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass das Halteelement aus Federstahl besteht.2. Holding element according to claim 1, characterized in that the holding element consists of spring steel.
3. Halteelement nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass das Halteelement aus, einem Stahlband besteht.3. Holding element according to claim 1, characterized in that the holding element consists of a steel band.
4. Halteelement nach Anspruch 3, dadurch gekenn- zeichnet, dass mindestens eine Seite spiralig eingerollt ist, wodurch der eingerollte Teil des Federbandes einen im wesentlichen zylindrischen Bereich mit variablem Durchmesser zur Aufnahme des zu haltenden Gegenstands definiert. 4. Holding element according to claim 3, characterized in that at least one side is rolled up spirally, whereby the rolled-up part of the spring band defines a substantially cylindrical region with a variable diameter for receiving the object to be held.
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