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FIIG:  A03100

Entry Date:  Apr-01-1974

Concept:  

Status:  A

Applicability:  AD

Type:  0

Definition:  A preformed item of semirigid material designed to retain, position, fasten, or support other items, such as cable(s), access cover(s), by its own inherent spring action. It may be fastened to a structure by bolt(s), clip(s), screw(s), and the like. For items conducting electric current, see CLIP, ELECTRICAL or CLAMP, ELECTRICAL. For items which partially surround an item, see STRAP, RETAINING. For items which entirely surround an item and do not have inherent spring tension, see CLAMP, LOOP. See also CLIP, RETAINING. Do not use if a more specific item name is available.

Basic INC:  70512

Basic Name:  CLIP

Description:  1. (Mechanical) A device, usually quickly removable, for clasping, holding, or fastening. Its holding or gripping quality is derived entirely from the resiliency or springlike action of the material. Excludes: BRACKET (as modified); CLAMP (as modified); HOLDER (as modified); or RETAINER (as modified).