Home Depot. has been granted a patent for a control apparatus in a broadcast spreader. This device features a gate adjustment dial for regulating discharge rates and a deflector adjustment lever to modify the spread angle, enhancing user control and functionality during operation. GlobalData’s report on Home Depot gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Control apparatus for adjusting discharge rate of broadcast spreader
The patent US12010940B2 describes a control apparatus designed for a broadcast spreader, which is a device used for distributing materials such as seeds or fertilizers. The apparatus features a handle portion that allows a user to push the spreader, with a handle axis aligned parallel to the ground. Key components include a gate adjustment dial that controls the maximum discharge rate of the spreader, a gate actuation lever for adjusting the actual discharge rate, and a deflector adjustment lever that modifies the spread angle of the material. The design ensures that the gate actuation lever and the gate adjustment dial are positioned on opposite sides of the handle portion, enhancing usability.
Additionally, the control apparatus includes a connecting portion that links the handle to the base of the spreader, maintaining a perpendicular orientation. The gate actuation lever can increase or decrease the discharge rate, while the gate adjustment dial sets a maximum limit for this adjustment. A cam mechanism is integrated to facilitate this control, with the cam's surface designed to vary in radius, allowing for precise adjustments based on the position of the gate adjustment dial. The deflector adjustment lever is also strategically placed to allow for easy operation, ensuring that the user can effectively manage both the discharge rate and the spread angle while operating the broadcast spreader.
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