michiganbuck
Diamond
- Joined
- Jun 28, 2012
- Location
- Mt Clemens, Michigan 48035
Here is my trailer hitch clip safety cover. I do have a patent on it. It is a deterrent to hitch clip failure and theft of the hitch ball arm with the addition of a padlock or a bolt and nut. With the use of a padlock, the lock is placed at the free side of the clip so avoiding bending the clip. I would like to seek a manufacturer. If successful it could be retailed in millions so a very completive MFG price is sought.
To use the clip in set it on the 5/8 pin, the clip pushed in place, the cover turned over the clip and the padlock installed
I am also seeking advice on product features. It can be made of Stainless steel. Or other steels and nickel-plated, or even galvanized. Hardness concerns are also an issue, not to avoid hacksawing but to better retain shape. Prototypes I have made from hardware store steel hold up pretty well for retaining shape.
My retail price target is $6 or so., perhaps $7 with a clear card package.
Yes,quotes are welcome
FIgure 3
US9796230B1 - Hitch clip lockable safety cover
- Google Patents
I know this is too small to see
https://www.practicalmachinist.com/vb/asset.php?fid=293753&uid=149117&d=1634041147
To use the clip in set it on the 5/8 pin, the clip pushed in place, the cover turned over the clip and the padlock installed
I am also seeking advice on product features. It can be made of Stainless steel. Or other steels and nickel-plated, or even galvanized. Hardness concerns are also an issue, not to avoid hacksawing but to better retain shape. Prototypes I have made from hardware store steel hold up pretty well for retaining shape.
My retail price target is $6 or so., perhaps $7 with a clear card package.
Yes,quotes are welcome
FIgure 3
US9796230B1 - Hitch clip lockable safety cover
- Google Patents
I know this is too small to see
https://www.practicalmachinist.com/vb/asset.php?fid=293753&uid=149117&d=1634041147